Duplex JET VAC ALPHA User manual

JET VAC ALPHA
JET VAC ALPHA
ENGLISH

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INTERPRETATION OF THE SYMBOLS PLACED ON THE UNIT
BEFORE USING THE STEAM GENERATOR, READ AND FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
IT IS RECOMMENDED TO KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL TO CONSULT IT LATER OR TO GIVE IT TO THE
FOLLOWING OWNERS.
PLEASE READ THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON THIS HANDBOOK BEFORE PROCEEDING ON THE FIRST USE.
EVENTUAL DAMAGES DUED TO THE CARRIAGE MUST BE COMUNICATED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO YOUR
OWN RETAILER.
ATTENTION!!
STEAM…. HOT SURFACES DANGER
ATTENTION!
READ THE OPERATING MANUAL
OPRATING MANUAL;
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
ALL THE PACKINGS ARE RECYCLABLE, PACKINGS DO NOT HAVE
TO BE THROWN IN THE DOMESTIC WASTE BUT THEY HAVE TO BE
DELIVERED TO THE CENTERS SPECIALIZED FOR THE DISPOSING
OF THE WASTE.
ALL DEVICES NOT USED ANYMORE CONTAIN PRECIOUS
RECICLABLE MATERIALS THAT SHOULD BE DELIVERED TO THE
CENTERS SUITABLE FOR THE DISPOSING OF THE WASTE.
ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT, BATTERIES, OIL AND
SIMILAR SUBSTANCES MUST BE RECICLED IN THE PROPER
RECICLING CENTERS AND MUST NOT BE LEFT IN THE
ENVIRONMENT.
SUBSTANCES SUCH AS OIL FOR MOTORS, DIESEL OIL, PETROL
MUST NOT BE LEFT IN THE ENVIRONMENT AND MUST BE
RECICLED IN THE PROPER RECICLING CENTERS ACCORDING TO
THE ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS.

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1. SUMMARY
1.
SUMMARY
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2.
SAFETY REGULATIONS
4
3.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
6
4.
PREFACE
6
5.
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
7
6.
PARTS LIST
11
7.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
12
8.
MAINTENANCE
13
9.
BEFORE REFERRING TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT
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10.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
17
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS
The electric supply connection shall be made by a qualified electrician and comply with IEC 60364-1. 
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It is recommended that the electric supply to this machine should include either a residual current device that will
interrupt the supply if the leakage current to earth exceeds 30ma for 30ms or a device, which will prove the earth
circuit. 
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SAFETY VALVE This machine is equipped with two safety valves, able to ensure the safety of the machine
itself in case other primary control devices are inefficient (due to a fault). Due to the extreme importance of these
components and as not to compromise the safety of the machine, it is recommended to provide to check them
and to substitute them through an authorized service center by 1.500 hours of usage or once a year, starting from
the purchasing date. 
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PRESSURE SWITCH This machine is equipped with a pressure switch able to check and to maintain the
pressure under certain pre-set limits (ref. “rated pressure” on the technical label underneath the machine). In
case there would be a steam leak on the lower side of the machine, it means that the functioning of this device
has been compromised and the safety valve has been involved as to limit the boiler internal pressure. It is
recommended not to use the machine, immediately unplug the machine from the
power feeding and call the service centre. 
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CALCIUM DRAIN FROM THE BOILER If you are not acquainted with the hardness level of the used
water, it is recommended to proceed with the boiler cleaning (according to the 
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procedure indicated in the proper section) after 24 hours of usage. On the contrary, if you know the hardness
level and it is between 0 and 4 french degrees, the boiler cleaning can be carried out after 100 hours of usage.
ATTENTION. Do not use the appliance within the range of persons unless they wear protective clothing. 
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ATTENTION. Pressure jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse. The jets must not be directed at people,
live electrical equipment, or the machine itself. 
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Do not direct the jet against yourself or others in order to clean clothes or footwear. 
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Disconnect power before effectuating maintenance on user’s responsibility. 
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Steam cleaners shall not be used by children or untrained personnel. 
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To ensure the machine safety, use only original spare parts from the manufacturer or approved by the
manufacturer. 
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ATTENTION. Pressure hoses, fitting and couplings are important for the safety of the machine. Use only those
recommended by the manufacturer. 
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Do not use the machine if the power cord or other important parts of the machine are damaged, i.e. safety devices,
pressure hoses and trigger gun. 
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If an extension cord is used the plug and socket must be of watertight construction. 
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ATTENTION. Inadequate extension cords can be dangerous. 
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The user must not leave the iron (optional) unattended when it is connected to the power supply. 
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The hand-arm vibration data, referred to this device, are not mentioned as they are below 2.5 m / s ². 
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3. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
To verify the technical data of your model, consult the plate under the appliance.
4. PREFACE
Dear Client,
We would like to congratulate you on your choice.
Please consider that the machine before leaving our factory has been tested and tweaked by qualified and specialized
personnel.
With the goal of improving and continually updating production by always offering innovative products, TECNOVAP
has studied, designed and created the JET VAC ALPHA; a combined machine for cleaning which brings together
the power of steam and the force of vacuuming.
This product is equipped with a dependable stainless steel boiler with automatic refilling system which allows it to
produce a powerful and continuous supply of steam (24/24 hours).
The JET VAC ALPHA is the ideal solution when it comes to cleaning and disinfecting. With the various
accessories available, it cleans, disinfects, and removes dirt eliminating completely even the bacterial flora hidden in
those areas most difficult to reach.
Read carefully this instructions manual as to be able to fully exploit the specifications of your TECNOVAP steam
generator and keep it with you in case of future clarifications.
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5. TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
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6. PARTS LIST
1) Mains cable steam generator
2) “Low water” indicator (red)
3) “Ready steam” indicator (green)
4) Power switch
5) Boiler switch
6) Steam outlet
7) Handle bar steam generator
8) Steam generator
9) Water tank
10) Electric socket for vacuum cleaner
11) Water tank cap
12) Vacuum drum
13) Vacuum hose outlet
14) Locking latch vacuum outlet
15) Fixing for vacuum unit
16) Fixing for vacuum head
17) Vacuum motor
18) Vacuum switch
19) Power cord vacuum cleaner
27) Trolley
28-29) Large and small accessory baskets
30) Flexible vacuum hose
31) Steam plug locking latch
32) Steam plug
33) Steam and steam & vac hose with handgrip
34) Security trigger for steam outlet
35) Water command switch (intermittent)
36) Steam adjustment switch (minimum)
37) Steam adjustment switch (medium)
38) Vacuum switch
40) Clamping latches for accessories
41) Extension tubes
42) Turbo lance steam –steam & vac
43) Small nylon brush (Ø 28mm)
44) Small brass brush (Ø 28mm)
45) Small stainless steel brush (Ø 28mm)
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46) Triangular brush
47) Steam plunger
48) Steam scraper
49) Large nylon brush (Ø 60mm)
50) Stainless steel wool pad
51) Floor tool (steam and steam & vac) for inserts
52) Latches for blocking inserts
52A) Cloth clamps
53) Insert squeegee/brush (L.375mm)
54) Insert squeegee/squeegee (L.375mm)
56) Steam and steam & vac window cleaner
57) Micro fibre cloth for window cleaner
58) Carpet tool –transparent
59) Steam & vac lance
60) Upholstery tool
61) Insert squeegee/squeegee (L.145mm)
62) Insert squeegee/brush (L.145mm)
62A) Insert stainless steel/stainless steel (L. 145mm)
63) Insert brush/brush (L.145mm)
64) Large stainless steel brush (Ø 60mm)
65) Insert squeegee/brush (L.300mm)
66) Carpet insert
67) Insert stainless steel/stainless steel (L.375mm)
68) Long lance
69) Triangular brush
70) Curved lance 45°
71) Straight lance
72) Stainless steel steam scraper
73) Triangular steam buffer
74) Rectangular steam buffer
80) Professional steam iron
81) Thermostat
82) Steam switch
83) Rubber rest pad
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7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(a) After opening the packaging box eventually fix the machine on the trolley.
(b) Plug the power cord (19) into the electric socket (10) and verify that the vacuum power switch (18) is in ON position.
(c) Lift the tank cap (11) and add water to the water tank, we recommend to exclusively fill with water only, any other
liquid except Hydroscale (Duplex recommended scale inhibitor) may damage the generator
permanently.
(d) Insert the plug (1) into an electrical outlet, making sure that the voltage and the amperage correspond with those printed on the plate of
the machine (on the inferior part).
WARNING
WHEN THE WATER TANK IS EMPTY THE LOW WATER INDICATOR (2) SWITCHES ON AND THE STEAM OUTPUT WILL BE
DISABLED UNTIL WATER IS ADDED TO THE WATER TANK (9).
PLEASE NOTE: THIS OPERATION CAN BE CARRIED OUT WITHOUT SWITCHING OFF THE MACHINE.
USE OF THE ACCESSORIES
Insert the vacuum hose (30) into vacuum hose outlet (13) and the steam plug (32) into the steam outlet (6) found on the front of the machine.
Push until the latches (14 and 31) lock into place.
Activate the power switch (4) and the boiler switch (5) for the production of steam and wait approximately 5 minutes until the green "ready
steam" indicator (3) on the command switch lights up indicating that the boiler has reached the operating pressure. The switches (35,36 and
37) located on the handle should be in OFF position.
When the indicator (3) lights up, position the switches (36 and 37) on the handgrip to regulate the steam flow as follows: switch (36) minimum
flow, switch (37) medium flow, switches (36) and (37) maximum flow. Use the security trigger (34) to activate the steam flow.
The vacuum switch (38) activates the vacuum and can be used simultaneously with steam, the power can be regulated by pressing the +
and –symbols on the electronic regulation (12) on the vacuum head.
The switch (35) enables you to inject overheated water with the steam by activating it for a few seconds at a time to avoid exceeding the
injected liquid to the steam.
To clean with the combination of steam, injection of overheated water and vacuum suction choose the accessory best suited for the job:
Warning!!
By pushing the switch (35) overheated water under pressure with a high temperature, according to the model,
of up to 180 °C will come out of the lance. Please be careful not to action this switch without alert and do not
align the jet towards persons or animals.
To clean with the combination of steam, injection of overheated water and vacuum suction choose the accessory best suited for the job:
The multi-purpose floor tool (51): with appropriate inserts (53,54,66,67). Inserts are locked into place by sliding the latches (52) to the OPEN
position and hold the insert in place applying a little pressure while sliding the latches in
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BLOCK position. Mount the floor tool onto the hand grip or on the extension tubes and lock everything by sliding the latches (40) to the BLOCK
position. Remember that the command switches on the handle (35-36-37-38) must be on OFF position up to the completing of this operation.
Turbo lance steam/vac (42): to be used by itself or with the small included brushes or with the steam plunger (47) and the steam scraper
(48) according to the cleaning job to be executed.
For mounting this tool please follow the above instructions of the floor tool.
When finished cleaning, it is recommended to vacuum approximately 3-5 litres of clean water to rinse the inside of the hose (33) and the
suction conduits. Wash and dry all accessories used. Remove the vacuum drum (13) and, after emptying and rinsing it, let it dry before
storing it away.
If you are using the brushes of the Kit July (steam only) the bristles can be covered with an absorbing cloth by using the clamps (52A) to
hold the cloth in place. This is a recommended use to clean delicate surfaces (such as precious wood for ex.) or vertical surfaces (in tiles
for ex.) etc. The cloth is acting as dirt "extractor" in this case.
8. MAINTENANCE
ATTENTION
DISCONNECT FROM ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT USER
MAINTENANCE. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT BOILER MAINTENANCE IS CARRIED OUT
WHEN THE EQUIPMENT HAS COOLED DOWN. (SWITCHED OFF FOR AT LEAST 5 HOURS)
MAINTENANCE OF STEAM GENERATOR
ELIMINATING SCALE RESIDUE FROM THE BOILER
If you do not know the degree of hardness of the used water we suggest cleaning the boiler after every 24 working hours, if the degree of
hardness is known and lies between 0 and 4 french degrees the frequency can be varied to 100 hours of use.
Fill the water tank, place a recipient container under the machine and remove the boiler drain cap underneath the machine. Then switch on
the machine activating the power switch only (4) and let the water pump work for about 2 minutes, then switch off the machine (power switch
4) and unplug the power cord (1) from the electrical socket and replace the boiler drain cap (6) . The process of cleaning is completed, once
again plug the power cord (1) into the electric outlet and activate the power switch (4). It is recommended to activate also the command
switch (36) for minimum steam on the handgrip and activating the security trigger (34) to release the air contained in the empty boiler. Wait
for the completed cycle of refilling from the pump (approx. 3 min.).
The maintenance of the boiler is completed; proceed with the using instructions as described in chapter 5.
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MAINTENANCE OF THE VACUUM CLEANER
The vacuum cleaner of the JET VAC ALPHA models does not require any specific maintenance.
MAINTENANCE OF THE ACCESSORIES
Clean and grease occasionally the connections of the hose extension and of the accessories.
PG5123
OR 29.82x2.62
PG5106
OR 9.25x1.78
PG5116
OR 6.75x1.78
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9. BEFORE REFERRING TO THE TECHNICAL SERVICE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
MACHINE DOES NOT
LACK OF POWER.
MAKE SURE PLUG IS WELL INSERTED (1)
PRODUCE STEAM AND
AND THAT THERE IS MAIN POWER TO THE
VACUUM DOES NOT WORK.
OUTLETS.
THE RED "LOW WATER"
ALL THE WATER HAS BEEN CONSUMED.
REFILL THE WATER TANK (5A) WITH
INDICATOR (2) LIGHTS UP.
CLEAN WATER.
SUCTION POWER IS MISSING.
A.
LACK OF POWER TO THE
A.C) MAKE SURE THE SWITCH (18) IS
VACUUM CLEANER.
ON AND THE PLUG (20) IS WELL
B.
THE VACUUM TUBE IS
INSERTED. (10)
OBSTRUCTED.
B.B) CLEAN TUBE AND ACCESSORY
C.
THE VACUUM DRUM (12) IS
USED.
FULL OF WATER.
C.EMPTY THE VACUUM DRUM (4).
WATER LEAKS THROUGH THE
CHECK THE WEAR OF THE
CLEAN AND LUBRICATE THE O-RING WITH
CONNECTIONS OF THE
O-RING.
GREASE.
ACCESSORIES.
IF NECESSARY, REPLACE WITH ONE
SPARE SUPPLIED.
STEAM DOES NOT COME OUT.
A.BOILER HAS NOT REACHED YET
A.
WAIT A FEW MINUTES.
THE OPERATIONAL PRESSURE
B.
SWITCH ON THE STEAM
(GREEN LIGHT (3) IS OFF).
COMMAND SWITCHES (36-37).
B.
STEAM COMMAND SWITCHES (36-
C.
USE THE STEAM COMMAND
37) ARE OFF.
SWITCH (34) TO ACTIVATE THE
A) THE STEAM COMMAND SWITCH (34)
STEAM FLOW..
HAS NOT BEEN USED..
DROPS OF WATER COME OUT
AT BEGINNING OF WORK WATER
AFTER
A FEW MINUTES OF USE THIS
OF THE ACCESSORIES
CONDENSES IN THE TUBES AND
PROBLEM WILL CEASE. IF IT CONTINUES,
ACCESSORIES DUE TO THE
DIFFERENCE IN TEMPERATURE.
PROCEED TO THE CLEANING OF THE
BOILER.
NOISE INSIDE THE GENERATOR.
WHILE
COOLING DOWN, THE BOILER,
WAIT FOR THE PRESSURE STABILIZATION
AFTER 6-7 HOURS, IS CREATING AN
(ABOUT2-3MINUTES),THENOIS
INTERNAL DEPRESSION, WHICH AT EACH
DISAPPEARS.
IGNITION, PROVOCES SOME VIBRATIONS..
ACCESSORIES DO NOT FIT
THERE IS DIRT BUILD UP IN THE JOINTS
CLEAN AND LUBRICATE THE JOINTS.
PERFECTLY
AND LOCK/RELEASE LATCHES (40).
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10. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA’ CE
(EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY)
TECNOVAP S.R.L. con la presente dichiara che:
le macchine per pulizia a vapore modello: (Certifies
that the steam cleaning machine model):
Jet Vac Alpha
Risultano conformi alle specifiche delle direttive
(conforms to the specifications of directives)
2006/95/CE 2004/108/CE 2006/42/CE 2002/95/CE
Per il controllo della conformità alle sopraindicate direttive, sono stati seguiti i seguenti standard :
(For the chec king of c onformity to the above directives, the following standards have been used):
Riferimento alle norme armonizzate:
(Reference to harmonized standards):
EN 60335 - 1
EN 60335 - 2-2
EN 60335 - 2-79
EN 60335 - 2-3
EN 55014 - 1
EN 55014 - 2
EN 61000- 3-2
EN 61000- 3-3
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FRANCHINI Giuliano
(Managing Director)
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Ordinary maintenance procedures
Working hours
Frequency
Notes
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Extraordinary maintenance procedures
Working
Generator
Date of
Intervention, description, replaced components, etc.
Hours Intervention
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THE MANUFACTURER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PRODUCE TECHNICAL AND STRUCTURAL
IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
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