Brave BRM500 Operation manual

Operation and Service Manual
BRM500
WARNING
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
may result in serious injury or property damage.
• WARNING: Wear appropriate protective gear, this list includes, but is not limited to:
Safety glasses, A hard hat, Protective boots with slip resistant soles, Gloves, Hearing protection
• DANGER: Keep riders off and away from machine. Riders can be seriously injured or killed by
entanglement or by falling.
• WARNING: Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the
guards in place.
• WARNING: While it is known that Diesel fuel combustion engines produce much lower
concentrations of carbon monoxide (CO) than gasoline engines, these emissions could
certainly generate lethal ambient concentrations given a sufcient amount of time, in an
enclosed space and under suitable environmental conditions. Operate only in an area with
good ventilation.
• WARNING: Check that all control levers/drives automatically go in the neutral position when
unattended, and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are
functioning properly.
• WARNING: Be sure all drives are in neutral before starting the engine. Only start the engine
from the operator’s position.
• WARNING: Stop on level ground, lower implements, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics and
shut off the engine before leaving the operator’s position for any reason.
• DANGER: Do not smoke when refueling.
• WARNING: Before digging, have the area marked for underground utilities, and do not dig in
marked areas. Also, be aware of the location of objects and structures that may not be marked,
such as underground storage tanks, wells, and septic systems.
• WARNING: Locate the pinch point areas marked on the loader unit and attachments and keep
hands and feet away from these areas.
• WARNING: Never leave a running loader unit unattended. Always lower the loader arms, stop
the engine, and remove the key before leaving.
• WARNING: Do not exceed the rated operating capacity, as the loader may become unstable,
which may result in loss of control.
• WARNING: Do not carry a load with the arms raised. Always carry loads close to the ground.
• WARNING: Do not operate on slopes exceeding 15°. If the slope is greater than 5°, only go up
BRM500-000000
STOP!
ADD OIL TO ENGINE BEFORE USING: Enginne is shipped without oil. DO NOT start engine
without adding oil. INSPECT COMPONENTS: Closely inspect to mkae sure no components are
loose, missing or damaged.

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English to Metric Conversions
1 gal/m = 3.7843 L/m
1 hp = .7457 kw
100 psi = 6.8964 bar
1 ft = .3048 m
1 in = 2.54 cm
1 lb = .4536 kg
(˚F – 32)
1.8 =˚C
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warning.ca.gov
ADVERTENCIA: Este producto puede exponerle a productos químicos incluso
el plomo, que es conocido al Estado de California causar cáncer y defectos de
nacimiento u otro daño reproductivo.
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Table of Contents
Specications .............................................................................................................1
Especicaciones ........................................................................................................2
Schedule, Maintenance.............................................................................................. 3
Mantenimiento de horarios........................................................................................4
Operation - Safety.......................................................................................................5
Machine Unpacking, General Safety.................................................................... 5
Electric Driven Intallation......................................................................................9
Machine Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 14
Desembalar la máquina, Seguridad General ......................................................... 16
Seguridad general ...............................................................................................17
Instalación de la máquina accionada eléctricamente ...................................... 20
localización de averías de la máquina............................................................... 27
Assembly, Final ........................................................................................................29
Assembly, Gun........................................................................................................30
Gun, Trigger .........................................................................................................31
Assembly, Final ......................................................................................................32
Assembly, Tank........................................................................................................33
Filter, Water - C04-00186..........................................................................................34
General Assembly ....................................................................................................35
Electrical Schematic............................................................................................ 36
Assembly, Pump......................................................................................................37
Water Pump...............................................................................................................38
Specications - N06-00201 ................................................................................ 38
Freezing conditions - Pump Oil Change...........................................................39
Pump Maintenance Record ..................................................................................... 40
Warranty - PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA..........................................................................41

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Specications
Pump Motor
Motor P/N F02-00267
Motor Horsepower 1/2 HP
Motor Speed 1725 RPM
Motor Voltage 115v / 60 Hz 1PH
Motor Amps 115V (12.8 Amp)
PERFORMANCE
Discharge Volume
Up to 30 gal/hr / 114 L/hr
Pump Head Pressure
Up to 500 psi / 34.5 bar
GENERAL
Minimum Inlet Water Pressure over 65 psi may require water inlet regulator
10 psi / 0.68 bar
Weight
150 Lbs / 68Kg
Nozzle, Misting
p/n V12.0 80DB
Hose Assembly
1/4” x 50’ P/N K08-02150B46
Trigger Gun & Wand
Mist Gun – 36” p/n SM500-00158
ELECTRICAL
Machine Voltage
115v 60hz 1PH
Current
6 Amp
Switch, Toggle
p/n F04-00716
Power Cord set
115v – 15amp – 15’ long p/n F04-00171

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FUNCIONAMIENTO
Volumen de Descarga
0.23 gal/hr / 0.87 L/hr
Presión de la cabeza de la bomba
200 psi / 14 bar
GENERAL
Presión mínima de agua de entrada más de 65 psi pueden requerir regulador de
entrada de agua
10 psi / 0.68 bar
Peso
150 Lbs / 68 Kg
Boquilla, nebulización
p/n V12.0 80DB
Ensamble de la Manguera
1/4” x 50’ P/N K08-02150B46
Pistola & Lanza
- Pistola p/n J06-00158-C
-Lanza– 36” p/n J06-00175
ELECTRICA
Voltaje de la máquina
115v 60hz 1PH
Actual
6 Amp
Cambiar, alternar
p/n F04-00716-1
Conjunto de cable de alimentación
p/n 3152-00344
Motor de la Bomba
Motor P/N F02-00267
Caballos de fuerza del motor 1.5 HP / 1.2 KW
Velocidad del Motor 1725 RPM
Voltaje del Motor 115v / 230v 60 Hz 1PH
Motor Amps 115V (12.8 Amp) / 230V 6.4( Amp)
Pump Oil Level
nivel de petróleo de la bomba
Especicaciones

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SANI-MISTER
daily
Each HR
1st 8 HRS
AFTER
1ST 50
EVERY 50
HRS
EVRERY
100 HRS
EVERY
500 HRS
YEARLY
Oil Bath Water Pump:
Oil Level- check and add as needed per PUMP
SERVICE insert ●
Oil Change- drain and rell
CAUTION: Used oil must be disposed into an
environmentally safe container and brought to an oil
recycling center
● ●
Oil Contamination- milky color indicates water
contamination – pump needs repair ●
Hoses:
Blistering, loose covering ●
Abrasion of cover exposing reinforcement ●
Cuts exposing reinforcement ●
Filter-Water:
Check lter for debris ●
Leaks:
Check for water and build up of scale at pipe
connections ●
Guards and Shields:
Check that all guards and shields are in place
and secure ● ●
Schedule, Maintenance

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SANI-MISTER
daily
CADA HR
1st 8 HRS
DESPUES
DE1ST 50
CADA 50
HRS
CADA 100
HRS
CADA 500
HRS
ANUAL
Bomba de agua de baño de aceite::
Nivel de aceite: verique y agregue según sea
necesario según el SERVICIO DE BOMBA ●
Cambio de aceite: drenar y rellenar
PRECAUCIÓN: El aceite usado debe desecharse
en un contenedor seguro para el medio ambiente y
llevarse a un centro de reciclaje de aceite.
● ●
Contaminacion de Aceite- el color lechoso
indica la contaminación del agua - la bomba
necesita reparación
●
Magueras:
Bolas, Cubierta Suelta ●
Abrasión de la cubierta exponiendo refuerzo ●
Cortes que exponen el refuerzo ●
Filtro de Agua:
Revise el ltro por escombros ●
Fugas:
Verique el agua y la acumulación de
incrustaciones en las conexiones de la tubería. ●
Defensas y Placas:
Verique que todos las defensas y placas estén
en su lugar y seguros ● ●
Mantenimiento de horarios

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Machine Unpacking
All cleaners are carefully inspected and cartoned to protect against shipping damage. If there is
damage or missing parts, the transportation company agent should make a notation to that eect
on the bill. Refer to the parts list in this manual and advise what parts are missing or damaged. If
available, give the invoice number on all order bills. This procedure will enable needed parts to be
shipped quickly.
Thank you for choosing our product.
READ ALL Installation, Operation, and Maintenance instructions before operating the machine.
NOTE: Record model number and serial number and date of purchase.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The safety alert symbol. This symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can
result in personal injury.
A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the
likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent
the type of hazard
This portion may be the most important in your manual. It is our desire at Steam Way International
that you have many years of satisfactory use, with no injuries to the operator, maintenance personnel,
customers or onlookers. If the operator uses good safety practices, the likelihood of injuries will be
minimal.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might
result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol, indicates a
situation that could result in damage to the
equipment
Read and understand this
“OPERATOR’S MANUAL” and “LABELS ON
THE MACHINE” before starting.
A - Explosion
B - Fire
C - Electric Shock
D - Toxic Fumes
E - Kickback
F - Hot Surface
G - Flying Objects
H - Slippery Surface
I - Fall
J - Fluid Injection
K - Moving Parts
L - Read Manual
Operation - Safety
Machine Unpacking, General Safety

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GENERAL SAFETY
1. Before operating this machine, read and observe all safety, unpacking, and operating
instructions. Failure to comply with these instructions could create a hazardous situation.
2. The operator of this equipment should not operate this equipment when fatigued or under
inuence of alcohol or drugs.
3. The operator of this equipment should be thoroughly familiar with its operation and trained
in the job to be accomplished.
4. The operator of this equipment should wear protective face shields and other protective
clothing as required for safe operations. To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and
visitors away.
5. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry. They can
get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
6. Do not leave this machine unattended when it is operating.
7. All installations must conform to all applicable local codes. Contact your electrician,
plumber, utility company or seller for details.
8. Follow instructions on how to stop the machine and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
9. Do not operate the machine if any mechanical failure is noted or suspected.
10. When starting a job, survey the area for possible hazards and correct before proceeding.
11. Keep all protective covers and shields in place. Replace all protective covers and shields
after adjustments are made to prevent accidental contact with hazardous parts.
12. If a water or fuel leak is found, DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE. Shut o and repair.
13. Inspect machine for damaged or worn components and repair or replace to avoid potential
hazards. Do not operate the machine if any mechanical failure is noted or suspected.
14. If chemicals are used in conjunction with this equipment, read and follow the product label
directions.
15. Always point the gun assembly in a safe direction away from people and do not direct
spray on the cleaner.
ELECTRIC MOTOR SAFETY
1. This machine must be electrically grounded. Failure to have the machine grounded may
result in the operator being electrically shocked and even death.
2. Fuses or circuit breakers should be compatible with machine requirements.
3. If an extension cord must be used to operate this machine, it should be as short as
possible. The extension cord must be properly sized and tted with a grounding type plug
and receptacle.
4. Do not plug–in or un–plug machine with wet hands.
5. Keep power cords and connections (connectors) out of water.
6. All wiring and electrical connections should comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC)
and with local codes and practices.
7. High voltage may be present within this machine. Servicing should only be performed by
properly trained personnel.
8. This product is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter built into the power cord plug.
If replacement of the plug or cord is needed, use only identical replacement parts.

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MECHANICAL SAFETY
1. All guards, shields, and covers must be replaced after adjustments are made to prevent
accidental contact with hazardous parts.
2. Inspect machine for damaged or worn components and repair or replace to avoid potential
hazards. Do not operate the machine if any mechanical failure is noted or suspected. Drive
belts if so equipped must be inspected and tightened
3. Always use spray tip or steam impact nozzle specied in the machine specications.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: RISK OF INJECTION OR SEVERE INJURY. KEEP CLEAR OF NOZZLE. DO
NOT DIRECT DISCHARGE STREAM AT PERSONS. THIS EQUIPMENT IS TO BE USED
ONLY BY TRAINED OPERATORS.
ADVERTENCIA: RIESGO DE INYECCIÓN O LESIONES GRAVES. MANTÉNGASE ALE-
JADO DE LA BOQUILLA. NO DIRIJA EL FLUJO DE DESCARGA HACIA PERSONAS. SOLO
OPERADORES ADECUADAMENTE CAPACITADOS DEBEN USAR ESTE
EQUIPO.
AVERTISSEMENT: RISQUE D’INJECTION OU DE GRAVES BLESSURES. RESTER À
L’ÉCART DE LA BUSE. NE PAS diriger la décharge FLUX DE PERSONNES. CET
ÉQUIPEMENT NE DOIT ÊTRE UTILISÉ QUE PAR UNE FORMATION
WARNING: Risk of eye injury. Spray can splash back or propel objects.
ADVERTENCIA: El agua rociada puede salpicar o propulsar objetos.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de blessure d’oeil. Le spray peut faire des éclaboussures en ar-
rière ou propulser des objets.
WARNING: Protect machine from freezing.
ADVERTENCIA: Proteja la máquina contra la congelación.
AVERTISSEMENT: Protéger la machine contre le gel..

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WARNING: The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through
skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible
amputation.
ADVERTENCIA: El chorro de agua a alta presión que este equipo produce, puede atravesar
la piel y los tejidos subcutáneos, provocando lesiones de gravedad que podrían dar lugar a
la amputación de un miembro.
La pistola rociadora contiene agua a alta presión incluso con el motor parado y el agua
desconectada, que puede causar la herida.
AVERTISSEMENT: Le ruisseau de haute pression d’eau que cet équipement produit
peut couper par la peau et ses tissus sous-tendants, en causant la blessure sérieuse et
l’amputation possible.
WARNING: Use of pressure washer can create puddles and slippery surfaces.
ADVERTENCIA: El uso de la hidrolavadora puede crear charcos y supercies
resbaladizas.
AVERTISSEMENT: L’utilisation de nettoyeur sous pression peut créer les mares et les
surfaces glissantes.
WARNING: Kickback from spray gun can cause you to fall.
ADVERTENCIA: El uso de la hidrolavadora puede crear charcos y supercies
resbaladizas.
AVERTISSEMENT: Rebondit de pistolet de pulvérisation peut vous causer d’automne.

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WARNING: Risk of electrocution. Contact with power source can cause electric shock or
burn.
ADVERTENCIA: Riesgo de electrocución. Contacto con la fuente de alimentación puede
causar la sacudida eléctrica o la quemadura.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque d’électrocution. Contactez avec la source de pouvoir peut provo-
quer le décharge électrique ou brûler.
Electric Driven Intallation
INSTALLATION
Location
This machine should be installed by only qualied technicians. The machine should be set upon a
level surface where it will not be aected by strong winds, rain, snow, extreme heat, and freezing
temperatures. Install the machine considering locations for chemical pick-up, fuel connections,
electrical connections, water hook-up, venting, and maintenance.
Electrical Driven Installation
Electrical
Connect machine to an electrically grounded circuit that is fused or circuit-breaker-protected.
The circuit must match that which is specied in the ELECTRICAL section under MODEL
SPECIFICATION.
Extension Cord
The use of an extension cord that has undersize wire compared to the amp draw of your machine will
adversely limit the starting load carrying abilities of the motor and machine’s performance. Use only
extension cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension cords are identied by a marking
“Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors while not in use.” Use only extension
cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do not use damaged
extension cords. Use an extension cord in good repair free of frays or cracks in the outer covering.
Do not abuse extension cord and do not yank on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord away from heat
and sharp edges. Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the
product from the extension cord.

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Copper Wire
Size Minimum
AWG
Machine
AMP Draw*
3 Conductor
Wires
Machine
AMP Draw*
2 Conductor
Wires
16 10 13
15 -- --
14 15 18
12 20 25
10 25 30
8 35 40
6 45 55
4 60 70
2 80 95
Based on Ambient Temperature of 86˚F (30˚C)
Based on no more than 100 feet
* Use AMP Draw indicated the same or higher than your machine output.
EXAMPLE: Machine AMP Draw 51, use 55 (2 Conductor): The thermostat type of cord
shall be C, PD, E, EO, EN, S, So, SRD, SJ, SJO, SV, SVO, SP.
The thermo set plastic types shall be ET, ETT, ETLB, ETP, ST, STO, SRDT, SJT, SJTO,
SVT, SVTO, and SPT.
Water Supply
This machine must have a water supply capable of ushing the machine after use. The water supply
must be at least 2 Gallon / 7.5 Liter to 5 gallon/ 18.9 Liter and a minimum water inlet pressure of 10
PSI/ 0.68 BAR.
Barrier
We recommend a barrier be installed between the machine and wash area to prevent moisture from
coming in direct contact with electrical controls, motors and transformers. This will increase the
machine’s life and lessen electrical problems.
Water Conditions
Local water conditions aect the pressure washer components adversely more than any other
element. In areas where troublesome conditions may exist with like equipment (such as water
heaters), we recommend the use of a water softener.
Freezing
This machine must be protected from freezing according to storage section of MACHINE
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CAUTION: Always use the factory supplied wash hose with your machine. Do not substitute other
hoses as a potential safety problem may develop.
CAUTION: If machine has been exposed to sub-freezing temperatures, it must be
thoroughly warmed to above freezing before operating. Failure to warm machine can
cause damage to the pump packings and other components.
¨ MAINTENANCE Refer to the MACHINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE for any maintenance
to be performed before operation of this machine.
¨ WATER SUPPLY: The water supply must be at least 2 Gallon / 7.5 Liter to 5 gallon/ 18.9 Liter
and a minimum water inlet pressure of 10 PSI/ 0.68 BAR.
♦ CHEMICAL TANK: Measure the amount of chemical and mix with water to ll the 5 gallon/
18.9 Liter gallon tank. Mix chemicals per the chemical manufacturer’s printed
directions. Follow all mixing, handling, application, and disposal instructions.
Wear gloves, boots, goggles, and protective clothing appropriate for the
chemical being used.
♦ CAUTION: RUNNING TANK EMPTY WITH PUMP RUNNING WILL DAMAGE
THE PUMP.
WARNING: Chemical Burn Hazard. Chemicals could cause burns resulting in death or seri-
ous injury, and/or property damage.
ADVERTENCIA: Riesgo de Quemadura Químico. Los productos químicos podrían causar
quemaduras que causan la herida de muerte o seria, y/o el daño a la propiedad.
AVERTISSEMENT: Le Produit chimique Brûle le Hasard. Les produits chimiques pourraient
provoquer brûle la conséquence dans la blessure mortelle ou sérieuse, et-ou le dommage
de propriété.
Chemicals
Mix chemicals per the chemical manufacturer’s printed directions. Follow all mixing,
handling, application, and disposal instructions. Wear gloves, boots, goggles, and
protective clothing appropriate for the chemical being used.
PRE-OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
PRE START-UP
1. The rst time the machine is operated, after repairs have been
made, or if the machine has set for a period of time (30 days or
more) follow the following procedures.
A. Flush the machine per instructions in MACHINE
MAINTENANCE.
B. Check position of water incoming ball valve.

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♦ CHEMICAL BALL VALVE: Check the position of the 3 way ball valve on the outlet of the
tank. Turn 3 way valve handle to the “up chemical tank position “opening the chemical tank.
♦ CHEMICAL: Mix chemical solution per chemical manufacturer instructions. Mix chemicals per
label instructions. Use necessary safety precautions.
♦ SPRAY TIP: Use the supplied nozzle to perform the job.
START-UP
1. Remove the nozzle.
2. Turn 3 way valve handle to the “up chemical tank position“ opening the chemical tank.
3. With the gun assembly in hand and trigger in “open” position ip the toggle switch to the
‘on’ position.
4. Open and close the trigger until there is steady ow from the wand to remove air in the line.
This will take 1 – 2 minutes.
5. Flip the toggle switch to the ‘o’ position.
6. Replace the nozzle.
7. For most eective sanitizing – disinfecting, keep nozzle from 8 to 24 inches away from the
cleaning surface.
NOTE: If you have not used all the chemical leave the ball valve handle to the “down fresh water”
position. This will shut o supply of the chemical to the pump and allow ushing of the system with
fresh water.
CAUTION: Do not operate the machine with empty chemical tank.
CAUTION: You need ush the pump after each use to prevent chemicals from damaging pump
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Shut Down - machine need ushed after each
use
1. Flip the toggle switch to the ‘o’ position.
2. Remove the nozzle.
3. Turn 3 way valve handle to the “down fresh water” position
closing o the chemical tank.
4. Attach a garden hose to the 3-way valve.
5. Turn on the water.
6. Clear water should be owing from the wand.
7. Turn o water leaving it in “down fresh water” position.
8. Replace the nozzle.
9. Disconnect the garden hose and leave ball valve in “down fresh
water” position until you use the machine again.
10. If freezing conditions may exist, refer to STORAGE in
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
Checking the Tire Air Pressure
A.) Remove air ll cap
B.) Fill tire to 20psi (1.4bar)
C.) Replace air ll cap
Checking the Hoses
WARNING: Do not use a nger or skin to check for leaks. Escaping
uid under pressure has sucient force to penetrate the skin,
causing serious injury. Do not operate the pressure washer if the
hose is cracked, worn, or leaking.
A.) Check all hoses for leaks
B.) Check all hoses of worn areas
STORAGE
1. Turn 3 way valve handle to the “up chemical tank position “opening the chemical tank.
2. Drain the chemical from the tank.
3. To ush the tank, ll it with fresh water.
4. Remove the nozzle.
5. Turn 3 way valve handle to the “up chemical tank position “opening the chemical tank.
6. With the gun assembly in hand and trigger in “open” position ip the toggle switch to the ‘on’
position.
7. Open and close the trigger until there is steady ow from the wand to remove air in the line.
This will take 1 – 2 minutes.
8. Flip the toggle switch to the ‘o’ position.
9. Attach an air chuck to the air valve stem on the pump assembly. With the trigger gun in the
open position, apply air until a mixture of air and very little water is coming from the gun wand
10. Remove the air chuck.
11. Place machine in a dry place protected from weather condition.

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Machine Troubleshooting
Trouble Possible Cause Remedy
Poor cleaning
action
Hard water. Connect machine to water
softener.
Low pressure. See “low operating pressure.”
Little or no chemical being
drawn.
See “machine will not draw
chemical.”
Improper chemical. Obtain proper chemical.
Improper chemical mixture. Mix chemicals per the label.
Follow all mixing, handling,
application, and disposal
instructions.
Low discharge pressure. See “low operating pressure.”
Machine will not
draw chemical
No chemical solution. chemical tank ball valve not in
“up position”.
Low operating
pressure
Motor runs slow. See “Pump engine starts slow or
overheats and stops.”
Spray tip worn or wrong
size.
Replace with spray tip specied in
the GENERAL section of MODEL
SPECIFICATIONS.
Dirty or worn check valves
in water pump
See PUMP
TROUBLESHOOTING.
Air leak in inlet plumbing. Tighten all ttings.
Defective water pump. See PUMP
TROUBLESHOOTING.
Leaking discharge hose. If a water leak is found, DO NOT
OPERATE THE MACHINE.
Disconnect the power and replace
hose.
Defective unloader valve. Repair or replace unloader valve.
Chemical Tank ball valve
not fully open
Open inlet ball valve completely
in “up position”
Excessive,
unusual noise
Defective pump. See PUMP
TROUBLESHOOTING.
Defective motor. Call service technician or take
engine to repair/warranty station.
Excessive back
pressure
Spray tip built up with lime. Remove and clean, or replace
spray tip with tip specied in the
GENERAL section of MODEL
SPECIFICATIONS. Flush
machine per FLUSHING in
MACHINE MAINTENANCE.
Pump motor will
not start (motor
odes not hum)
No power. Use a dierent outlet, check
fuses in main disconnect switch.
Replace fuse if blown.
Defective motor ON/OFF
switch.
Call service technician.
Defective motor. Call service technician, or take
motor to Repair/Warranty station.

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Machine Troubleshooting Continued
Pump motor will
not start (motor
hums)
Pump frozen. Machine must be thoroughly
warmed to above freezing.
Defective motor. Call service technician or take
motor to Repair/Warranty station.
Defective water pump. See PUMP SERVICE.
Excessive back pressure. See “Excessive back pressure”
above.
Pump motor starts
slow or overheats
and stops
Low voltage See “Low voltage” below.
Excessive back pressure. See “Excessive back pressure”
above.
Defective motor. Call service technician, or take
motor to Repair/Warranty station.
Pump motor stops
and will not start
Motor starter “kicked out”
(if so equipped) or thermal
overload tripped.
Turn motor starter o to reset,
then turn on, or push thermal
overload reset button on motor.
Excessive back pressure. See “Excessive back pressure”
above.
Defective motor. Call service technician, or take
motor to Repair/Warranty station.
Low voltage Incoming voltage incorrect. Have a qualied technician
check the motor terminal voltage.
Correct voltage is in MODEL
SPECIFICATIONS.
Not large enough
extension cord.
Use an extension cord with
amperes of watts rating as high as
or higher than that or the MODEL
SPECIFICATIONS.
Too long extension cord. Shorten extension cord.
Machine shocks
operator
Machine improperly
grounded.
STOP operating machine. Call
service technician.
Outlet not grounded Have properly wired outlet
installed.

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Desembalar la máquina
Todas las lavadoras se revisan y embalan cuidadosamente en cajas de cartón para evitar que
se produzcan daños durante el transporte. Si existen daños o faltan piezas, el representante de la
empresa de transporte debe hacer una anotación al respecto en la nota de embarque. Consulte
la lista de piezas de este manual y notique si alguna de las piezas falta o está dañada. Si está
disponible, indique el número de factura en todas las notas de embarque de los pedidos. Este
procedimiento permitirá que las piezas necesarias se envíen rápidamente.
Gracias por elegir nuestro producto.
LEA TODAS las instrucciones de instalación, funcionamiento y mantenimiento antes de operar la
máquina.
NOTA: Registre el número de modelo, el número de serie y la fecha de compra.
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES
El símbolo de alerta de seguridad. Este símbolo se usa para identicar información de seguridad
sobre peligros que pueden causar lesiones personales.
Una palabra de advertencia (PELIGRO, ADVERTENCIA O PRECAUCIÓN) se usa con el símbolo de
alerta para indicar la probabilidad y la gravedad potencial de la lesión. Además, un símbolo de peligro
se puede usar para representar el tipo de peligro.
Esta parte posiblemente es la más importante del manual. En Steam Way International deseamos
que utilice el producto de forma satisfactoria durante muchos años, sin que el operador, el personal
de mantenimiento, los clientes u otras personas sufran lesiones. La probabilidad de que ocurran
lesiones es mínima si el operador sigue las prácticas recomendadas de seguridad.
PELIGRO: Indica un peligro que, si no se evita, causará la
muerte o lesiones graves.
ADVERTENCIA: Indica un peligro que, si no se evita, podría causar la muerte o
lesiones graves.
PRECAUCIÓN: Indica un peligro que, si no se evita, podría causar lesiones
leves o moderadas.
PRECAUCIÓN: Cuando se usa sin el símbolo de alerta,
indica una situación que podría causar daños al equipo
Lea y comprenda este “MANUAL DEL OPERADOR” y las “ETIQUETAS DE
LA MÁQUINA” antes de comenzar.
Desembalar la máquina, Seguridad General

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Seguridad general
1. Antes de operar esta máquina, lea y siga todas las instrucciones de seguridad,
desembalaje y funcionamiento. No cumplir estas instrucciones puede causar una situación
peligrosa.
2. El operador de este equipo no debe usarlo cuando se encuentre fatigado ni tampoco bajo
la inuencia del alcohol o las drogas.
3. El operador de este equipo debe estar completamente familiarizado con su funcionamiento
y adecuadamente capacitado para realizar el trabajo.
4. El operador de este equipo debe usar caretas protectoras y ropa de protección según sea
necesario para operar el equipo de forma segura.
5. No deje esta máquina sola y sin vigilancia cuando esté funcionando.
6. Todas las instalaciones deben cumplir todos los códigos locales aplicables. Pregunte a su
electricista, plomero, empresa de servicios públicos o vendedor de servicios para obtener
información detallada al respecto.
7. Siga las instrucciones sobre cómo detener la máquina y purgar las presiones rápidamente.
Familiarícese completamente con los controles.
8. No opere la máquina si existe, o si sospecha que existe, cualquier falla mecánica.
9. Cuando comience un trabajo, revise la zona para descartar que existan peligros
potenciales y corrija cualquier problema antes de continuar.
10. Mantenga las tapas y cubiertas de protección colocadas. Vuelva a colocar todas las tapas
y cubiertas de protección después de realizar ajustes para evitar el contacto accidental con
partes peligrosas.
11. NO OPERE LA MÁQUINA si existe una fuga de agua o combustible. Apague y repare la
máquina.
12. Revise la máquina para descartar que existan componentes dañados o desgastados
y proceda a realizar las reparaciones o sustituciones necesarias para evitar peligros
potenciales. No opere la máquina si existe, o si sospecha que existe, cualquier falla
mecánica
13. Si este equipo se opera usando productos químicos, lea y siga las instrucciones de las
etiquetas de dichos productos.
14. Apunte siempre el conjunto de la pistola hacia una dirección segura lejos de cualquier
persona y no pulverice directamente sobre la lavadora.
Seguridad de la máquina accionada por motor
eléctrico
1. Esta máquina debe tener una conexión de puesta a tierra. No tener una conexión de
puesta a tierra puede causar que el operador sufra una descarga eléctrica e incluso la
muerte del operador.
2. Los fusibles o interruptores automáticos deben ser compatibles con las especicaciones de
la máquina.
3. Si es necesario usar una extensión eléctrica para operar la máquina, esta debe ser tan
corta como sea posible. La extensión eléctrica debe tener el tamaño correcto y debe
disponer de un tomacorriente y un enchufe con conexión a tierra.
4. No conecte ni desconecte la máquina con las manos húmedas.
5. Mantenga los cables de alimentación y las conexiones (conectores) fuera del agua.
6. Todo el cableado y las conexiones eléctricas deben cumplir el Código Eléctrico Nacional
(National Electrical Code, NEC) y los códigos y prácticas locales.
7. En el interior de esta máquina puede existir alta tensión. Únicamente personal
adecuadamente capacitado debe realizar tareas de mantenimiento o reparación.
Seguridad general
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