Mytee Escape Plus User manual

Escape Plus Model:
ETM-LX-PLUS
User Manual
13655 Stowe Dr. Poway, CA 92064
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REV. 2/5/20
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Introduction
Dear Customer:
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Escape® Plus Electric
Truckmount. As technology continues to develop you can work condently
knowing that both Mytee Products and its employees are equally dedicated to
developing with the industry and its advances.
Like any other piece of machinery or technology, the Escape® Plus also
requires proper maintenance and care to keep the product working over
extended use. Neglecting your machine, abusing it or not operating it properly
can void its warranty and prevent the machine from performing to the quality
and standard you’d expect out of the Mytee Products line.
If you have any warranty concerns or questions, please review this manual
thoroughly or do not hesitate to contact your distributor. If there are questions
regarding maintenance, replacement, or ordering parts please contact an
authorized Mytee Products Service Center. To see an updated list please visit
our website at https://www.mytee.com/support/nd-distributors/.
Before using your Mytee product, please read this manual thoroughly.
Sincerely,
Mytee Customer Care Dept.

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Table of Contents
1
2
3
4
Important Safety Information 4
At a Glance 6
1.1 - Technical Specications 6
1.2 - Included with the Escape® Plus 6
1.3 - Escape® Plus Front View 7
1.4 - Escape® Plus Rear View 8
1.5 - Escape® Plus Switch Plate 9
Machine Operation 10
2.1 - Powering the Escape® Plus 10
2.2 - Connecting Vacuum & Solution Hoses 10
2.3 - Transfer Pump and Auto-Fill 10
2.4 - Chemical Injection 10
2.5 - Using the Pump-Out 11
2.6 - Operating the Escape® Plus 11
2.7 - Emptying the Solution and Recovery Tanks 11
2.8 - Preparing for Freezing Weather 11
Machine Maintenance 12
3.1 - Opening the Unit for Maintenance 12
3.2 - System Maintainer 12
Troubleshooting 13
4.1 - Vacuum Troubleshooting 13
4.2 - Pump Troubleshooting 13
4.3 - Pump-Out Troubleshooting 14

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Important Safety Information
Please read and understand this manual completely
before operating this machine.
Grounding Instructions
This machine must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electrical shock. This machine is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is properly installed in accordance with all local code
and ordinances. Do not remove ground pin; if missing,
replace plug before use.
Improper installation of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Be sure to
check with a qualied electrician or service person if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
If the plug will not t in the outlet do not modify the plug or
the machine’s cord, instead have a proper outlet installed
by a qualied technician.
This machine is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and
with a grounding plug similar to the one in Figure 1 below.
If a proper outlet is not available, follow the illustrations of
Figure 2 & 3 to install a temporary-grounding plug. This
temporary work-around should be used only until a proper
outlet (Figure 1) can be installed by a qualied electrician.
When and if this type of adapter is employed, screw the
adapter’s extended tab into place with a metal screw.
However, grounding adapters are not approved for use in
Canada.
Again, be sure to check the grounding pin for damages
and replace if necessary.
The Green, or Green-Yellow, wire in the cord is the
grounding wire. When replacing a plug, this wire must be
attached to only the grounding pin.
DO NOT use extension cords.
Please Note for America use only.
Parts and Service
Please contact Mytee service personnel or a Mytee au-
thorized Service Center using Mytee original replacement
parts and accessories if repairs need to be performed.
When and if calling Mytee for support, please have your
Model and Serial Number available for faster assistance.
Name Plate
The Model and Serial Number are located on the lower half
of the back of the machine near the power plug and will be
required for ordering replacement parts. You can use the
space provided in this manual to note down both for future
referencing.
Unpacking the Machine
When your new machine is delivered, please carefully
inspect both the shipping carton and the machine for
damages. If damage is evident, save both the shipping
carton and machine so that the delivering carrier can
inspect it. Contact the carrier immediately to le a freight
claim if there has been any damage.
Caution and Warnings
Symbols
Mytee uses the symbols below to signal potential-
ly dangerous conditions. Always read this information
carefully and take the necessary steps to protect personnel
and property.
Is used to warn of immediate hazards that will cause
severe personal injury or death.
Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause
severe personal injury.
Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause
minor personal injury or damage to the machine or other
property. When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be followed, including the
following: Read all instructions before using this machine.
This product is intended for commercial use only.
To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, or injury:
1. Read all instructions before using equipment.
2. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manu-
facturer’s recommended attachments.
Figure 1
Grounding Pin
Grounded Outlet
Grounded Outlet Box
Adapter
Tab for Grounding
Screw
Metal
Screw
Figure 2 Figure 3

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Important Safety Information
3. Always unplug power cord from electrical outlet before
attempting any adjustments or repairs.
4. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
5. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not close a door on
cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners.
6. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If cord is
damaged, repair immediately.
8. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces and/or standing
water.
9. Always unplug or disconnect the appliance from power
supply when not in use.
10. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
11. Do not use in areas where ammable or combustible
material may be present.
12. Do not leave the unit exposed to harsh weather
elements. Temperatures below freezing may damage com-
ponents and void warranty.
13. Use only the appropriate handles to move and lift
unit. Do not use any other parts of this machine for this
purpose.
14. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers, and all parts of the
body away from all openings and moving parts.
15. Use extra care when using on stairs.
16. To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not use
this machine with a solid-state speed control device.
17. The voltage and frequency indicated on the name plate
must correspond to the wall receptacle supply voltage.
18. When cleaning and servicing the machine, local or
national regulations may apply to the safe disposal of
liquids which may contain: chemicals, grease, oil, acid,
alkalines, or other dangerous liquids.
19. Do not leave operating unattended.

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1 - At a Glance
1.1 - Technical Specications 1.2 - Included with the Escape® Plus
Solution Tank 12 gallon capacity
Recovery Tank 12 gallon capacity
Vacuum
Motors
Four exclusive Mytee® LX™ Vacuum
Motors - 400+ CFM, 14 in. Hg (approx.)
Solution Pump 600 PSI piston pump
Pump-Out 35 GPM
Transfer Pump 60 PSI, 3.3 GPM, 115V
Casters 4” locking
Power Cords Four 50’ 12/3 twist-lock
Amp Draw
Cord One: 20 amps
Cord Two: 20 amps
Cord Three: 15 amps
Cord Four: 15 amps
Product Weight 180 lbs.
Product
Dimensions 37” x 25.5” x 38.5” 3-Prong & 4-Prong Dryer
Adapters
H121V Cu-Lynx™ Plug
H107V 2.5” x 2.5” Swivel
Cu-Lynx™
F200 Lint Hog™ In-Line
Filter
7 qt. Big Mouth™ Bottle
H106V 2.5” x 2” Swivel
Cu-Lynx™ Reducer
A294 25’ Pump-Out Hose Four 50’ Twist-Lock Power
Cords

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1 - At a Glance
1. Switch Plate (see pg. 9)
2. 7 qt. Big Mouth™ Bottle
3. Solution Tank Opening
4. 12 Gallon Solution Tank
5. Winterizing Pump Drain Valve
6. Solution Tank Drain Valve
7. Recovery Tank Drain Valve
8. Auto Fill Hose Connection
9. Pump-Out Hose Connection
10. Vacuum Hose Connection
11. 12 Gallon Recovery Tank
12. Recovery Tank Lids
1.3 - Escape® Plus Front View
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2
3
4
6
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10
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1 - At a Glance
1. Rear Twist-Lock Power Cord Sockets
2. 115V Transfer Pump
3. Vacuum Exhaust Ports
1.4 - Escape® Plus Rear View
1
2
3

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1 - At a Glance
1. Dual Circuit Indicator Light
Lights up and plays a tone when cords 1 & 2 are
plugged in to two separate 115V circuits.
2. Chemical Injection Knob
Turn counter-clockwise to open. Leave closed if
not in use. (see page 10 for more).
3. Prime Valve
Turn to RUN to send solution to your tool. Turn
to PRIME to send solution through the wash out
hose.
4. Solution Hose Connection
5. Wash Out Hose
6. Pressure Regulator
7. Twist-Lock Power Sockets for Cords 1 & 2
8. Pressure Gauge
9. Auxiliary Switch for 115V Transfer Pump
1.5 - Escape® Plus Switch Plate
1
2
5 6
7
9
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3
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2 - Machine Operation
2.1 - Powering the Escape® Plus
The Escape® Plus is designed to be mounted in a van
and powered by a generator. The Escape® Plus runs off a
minimum of 7,500 watts, however, Mytee recommends
running the machine off a 12,000 watt generator.
Cord 1 (front) Vacuum 1 & Solution Pump 20 amps
Cord 2 (front) Vacuum 2 & Pump-Out 20 amps
Cord 3 (rear) Vacuum 3 15 amps
Cord 4 (rear) Vacuum 4 & Transfer Pump 15 amps
Dual Circuit Indicator Light & Tone
The Escape® Plus is equipped with a Dual Circuit
Indicator Light & Tone which activates when Cords 1 & 2
are plugged into two separate 115V, 20 amp circuits and is
ready to be powered on. ♦
2.2 - Connecting
Vacuum & Solution
Hoses
The Escape® Plus features
a 2.5” Cuff-Lynx™ vacuum
hose connection as well
as a standard 1/4” quick
disconnect tting for solution
hoses. ♦
2.3 - Transfer Pump and Auto-Fill
The 115V transfer pump mounted on the rear of the
Escape® Plus can be used to transfer clean water from
a holding tank to the Escape® Plus solution tank via the
auto-ll tting on the front of the unit. ♦
2.4 - Chemical Injection
Fill the included 7 qt. bottle with chemical concentrate of
your choice. With a cleaning tool connected, switch on
the pump and pull the trigger on your tool to keep water
owing. Turn the chemical injection knob counter-clock-
wise to open the valve. This allows chemical to siphon
into the line. Turn the knob until you see the bubble reach
the desired gallons per hour of chemical. Follow chemical
manufacturer’s instructions for correct ratio.
IMPORTANT: If chemical injection will not be used, make
sure the chemical injector is closed by turning the knob all
the way clockwise. ♦
12,000 WATTS
From holding
tank.
To auto-ll
tting.

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2 - Machine Operation
2.5 - Using the Pump-Out
Connect the included pump-out hose to the cam lock
tting on the front of the machine. The other end of the
hose can be placed in a holding tank for recovered water.
Switch on the pump-out on the switch plate in order to
turn it on. Recovered water will automatically be pumped
from the Escape® Plus’ recovery tank to your holding
tank. ♦
2.6 - Operating the
Escape® Plus
Using just vacuums 1 & 2:
Run power to just the two
sockets on the front of
the Escape® Plus. Check
for the indicator light and
tone to ensure the unit is
powered correctly.
IMPORTANT: Plug the right rear exhaust port with the
included Cu-Lynx™ plug when using just vacuums 1 & 2.
Using all 4 vacuums:
Run power to the two power sockets on the front as well
as the two on the back of the unit.
IMPORTANT: When using all four vacuums, both rear
exhaust ports must be unplugged. ♦
2.7 - Emptying the Solution and Recovery
Tanks
The Escape® Plus features tank drain valves on the
recovery and solution tanks. The pump-out can also be
used to empty the recovery tank. ♦
2.8 - Preparing for
Freezing Weather
Read this if you’re in a
cold climate.
Freezing temperatures
can cause damage to
the internal components of the Escape® Plus if there is
excess water in the system. If freezing temperatures are
expected, be sure to drain all the water from both tanks
and use the winterizing pump drain valve on the front of
the machine to drain any excess water from the pump. ♦
Plug when using just
vacuums 1 & 2.

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3 - Machine Maintenance
In order to keep the Escape® Plus running smoothly and
reduce the risk of damage to the machine and subsequent
downtime, Mytee recommends following the maintenance
schedule below:
Maintenance Item Daily Weekly
Clean and inspect tanks. X
Clean and inspect hoses. X
Check and clean internal lters. X
Check power supply cables. X
Clean machine with all-purpose
cleaner and cloth. X
Check spray nozzles. X
Flush solution system with Mytee
System Maintainer. X
Run clean water through the
chemical injection system. X
Inspect vacuum hoses for holes and
loose cus. X
Inspect machine for water leaks and
loose hardware. X
3.1 - Opening the Unit for Maintenance
To open your Escape® Plus for maintenance, make sure
the 7 qt. bottle is removed and use a drill with a Phillips
head bit to remove the screws holding the side panel on.
Place the side panel o to the side. ♦
3.2 - System Maintainer
Weekly ushing of the solution system with Mytee®
System Maintainer helps keep lines clean and prevents
chemical build-up, improving pump life, performance and
pressure.
How to use System Maintainer:
1. Mix 1-quart 3601 System Maintainer with 1-quart of
warm water.
2. After thoroughly mixing, pour this solution into the
solution tank.
3. Turn the pump on FIRST, and run solution through your
cleaning tool. NOTE: The jet should be removed from the
cleaning tool in order to prevent clogging due to loosening
of deposits in line.
4. Next, turn on the heater (if equipped). If the heater is
turned on rst, it will result in a vapor lock, which will aect
the machine’s operation.
5. Next, with both the pump and heater on, begin running
the solution through the machine. This allows the solution
to break down any build up in the lines.
6. After running all of the solution through the machine, ll
the tank with clean, warm water. Run the water through the
machine to clear the solution completely out of the tank &
lines. ♦

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4 - Troubleshooting
4.1 - Vacuum Troubleshooting
Vacuum is not turning on.
Possible Cause Solution
Vacuum may not be getting
power.
Check for faulty connec-
tions between the motor,
switch, relay and power
cord. Secure any loose
connections.
Vacuum is not producing suction.
Possible Causes Solutions
Recovery tank is full. Empty the recovery tank.
External vacuum hose
blockage (if there is no
exhaust).
Check for blockage in
the hose, starting from
the cleaning tool to the
machine.
Clogged lter in vacuum
tank.
Clean out lter regularly.
Drain valve/cap is loose
and is causing air leakage.
Tighten the drain cap/make
sure valve is completely
shut.
Hose cus are loose and
causing air leakage.
Tighten all hose cus
regularly as may loosen
over time. Use a glue to
prevent cus from coming
loose (optional).
Lid on vacuum tank is loose
and is causing air leakage.
Make sure the lid is tight.
Vacuum blows water out the exhaust.
Possible Causes Solutions
Electronic shuto is mal-
functioning, causing the
vacuum to continue running
even when the recovery
tank is full.
Replace the electronic oat
switch with a ball oat.
Foam building up in the
recovery tank.
Use a defoamer.
Boot behind vacuum port is
turned the wrong way.
Make sure this plastic boot
is turned toward the right
wall of the machine and not
toward the ball oat.
There is a loud grinding noise coming from the
vacuum.
Possible Cause Solution
Debris has been sucked
into the vacuum motor
chamber. Usually results
from dry vacuuming.
Replace the vacuum motor.
To avoid repeat problem,
DO NOT dry vacuum with
your extractor.
4.2 - Pump Troubleshooting
Pump runs but there is no spray.
Possible Causes Solutions
Tank is empty. Fill tank.
Blockage or kink
somewhere in the line.
Locate where the blockage
is and repair accordingly.
Pump valves are clogged or
damaged.
Examine valves and clean
or replace.
Pump has lost prime. Follow the priming
procedure.
Low pressure.
Possible Causes Solutions
Nozzle is worn Replace nozzle with a new
one of the same size.
Leak in high pressure hose
or connections.
Check hose or connec-
tions, replace as needed.
Filter is clogged. Clean lter.
Pump valves are clogged or
damaged.
Examine valves and clean
or replace.
Pump pulsates when spraying.
Possible Causes Solutions
Filter is clogged. Clean lter.
Pump valves are clogged or
damaged.
Examine valves and clean
or replace.
Motor does not operate.
Possible Causes Solutions
Blown circuit breaker. Replace circuit breaker.
Check circuit for wire
damage or component
damage.
Leaks seen under pump.
Possible Causes Solutions
Pump seals are worn. Replace with new plunger
and seals.

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4 - Troubleshooting
4.3 - Pump-Out Troubleshooting
Pump turns on but doesn’t pump out.
Possible Causes Solutions
Clogged lter. Check lter. Clear any
obstructions.
Clogged pump. Flush tank and pump-out
with clean water to clear
debris from lines.
Pump doesn’t turn on.
Possible Causes Solutions
Obstructed oat switch. Check oat switch. Clear
any obstructions.
Clogged pump. Clean around pump-out
with clean water.
Vacuum pressure loss.
Possible Causes Solutions
Bad swing check valve
(Part #P686).
If air is getting sucked into
the port that the machine
pumps out through, replace
swing check valve.

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NOTES

Mytee Products, Inc.
13655 Stowe Dr.
Poway, CA 92064
www.mytee.com
© 2020 Mytee Products, Inc.
Printed in the USA
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