SapphireScientific Dri-Eaz HVE3000 User manual

07-01955E F479-230V/78-006 AU 1 Legend Brands, Inc.
Owner’s Manual
HVE3000 Flood Pumper and Inline Booster
F479-230V AU
LEGEND BRANDS, INC.
15180 Josh Wilson Road, Burlington, WA 98233, USA
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] international.legendbrands.net
The high-efficiency HVE3000 can be used both as a flood pumper to quickly remove excess
liquid water for flood remediation and as an inline truckmount booster to extend the
effective vacuum hose length for carpet extraction and cleaning.
Patents: http://www.LBpatents.com
RE AD AND SAVE THE SE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Do not alter or modify your HVE3000 in
any way. Use only replacement parts authorized by
Legend Brands, Inc. Modifications or use of
unapproved parts could create a hazard and will
void your warranty. Contact your authorized Dri-Eaz
or Sapphire distributor for assistance.
WARNING! Electric shock hazard, vacuum impeller,
and hot surface hazards.
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use a cord as a handle,
close a door on a cord, or pull a cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids,
such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be
present.
Connect to properly grounded outlet only. See
Grounding Instructions.
To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock due to
internal component damage, use only VersaClean
cleaning fluids intended for use with this appliance.
Use indoors only.
WARNING
PROTECT YOUR EQUIPMENT
To protect your valuable equipment and prevent voiding the warranty, read and follow these instructions:
•Install the HEPA filter when using the unit on Category 3 restoration jobs.
•Remove and discard filter at the end of the all Category 3 restoration jobs. Hearing protection is recommended.
•Use defoaming chemicals whenever foam is present in waste tank.
•Replace the HEPA filter if it gets wet during operation.
•If foam/water is pulled through the vacuum blower, remove hose/wand and run blower unit for 5 minutes to dry
out the system prior to storing.
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the vacuum system.
Maintenance
•Replace vacuum blower brushes after 800 hours of operation.

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Store indoors only, and protect from freezing.
Do not expose to rain or snow.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Warranty registration
Warranty registration procedures vary by
country/market. Contact Dri-Eaz for assistance.
Registration allows us to better assist you with using,
maintaining or servicing your equipment and to contact
you in case we have important safety information
concerning your Dri-Eaz product. If you determine
service is required, have your equipment model, serial
number and original proof of purchase available and ask
for assistance with obtaining a return material
authorization (RMA).
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of
electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING! Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance –if the plug does not fit the
outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
This equipment is for use on a circuit having a nominal
rating no more than 230V and is factory-equipped with a
specific electric cord and plug to permit connection to a
proper electric circuit. Make sure that the appliance is
connected to an outlet having the same configuration as
the plug. No adaptor should be used with this appliance.
If the appliance must be reconnected for use on a
different type of electric circuit, the connection should be
made by qualified service personnel.
HANDLE THE UNIT CAREFULLY
Always operate the unit on a stable, level surface. Do
not drop, throw, or place where it could fall. Rough
treatment can damage the unit, and may create a
hazardous condition or void the warranty.
This unit intended for household and commercial use.
INTRODUCTION
The HVE3000 is a portable flood pumper intended for
commercial use. It can be teamed with an extraction tool
to remove water quickly and effectively from flooded
structures. It is ideal for use in large spaces or multi-level
units like hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, offices,
and homes.
The HVE3000 can also be used as an inline booster
and prefilter with a truckmount extractor to provide
additional vacuum pressure on long hose runs.
Read this Owner’s Manual carefully to learn how to
properly operate your HVE3000. Improper use of the
machine may create hazardous conditions and may void
the warranty.
CONTENTS GUIDE
Parts identification .......................................... 3
Extraction mode setup.................................... 3
Truckmount booster setup............................. 4
Maintenance..................................................... 5
Specifications .................................................. 9

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
IMPORTANT! BEFORE FIRST USE:
The grab handle/vacuum hose guide (see Fig. A) is shipped inside the filter basket (Fig. D). Remove the guide
from the basket and install it as shown using the four screws provided. Do not overtighten the screws. The unit is
now ready to be set up as an extractor or booster. Two Velcro straps are also enclosed in the filter basket (Fig.
D). Use these straps to secure the extractor hose when not in use.
Power cord.
Automatic pumpout drain
outlet. Fitted with a 1½ in.
outlet. To use a garden hose,
replace with the supplied ¾
in. fitting. Keep capped
when not in use.
Vacuum outlet. Connect
to truckmount for use as
booster. Keep capped
when not in use.
Handle
Control panel. Details
in Fig. C.
HEPA exhaust filter grill.
Thumbscrews allows easy
removal for filter
replacement.
FIG. B: REAR
Vacuum inlet (from
extraction tool).
Gravity drain hose.
Keep capped and clipped
into place when not in
use.
Grab handle/vacuum
hose guide. Direct hose
through guide before use
to avoid tipping.
Filter basket cover.
Remove by lifting
clamps.
Cover assembly
latches (×4)
FIG. A: FRONT
Also included: 25 ft.
section of 2 in. vacuum
hose.
FIG. C: CONTROL PANEL DETAIL
1: Automatic pumpout switch. Turn on to activate automatic pumpout system. NOTICE! When
automatic pumpout system is activated, sump pump can turn on any time liquid is present in tank.
Liquid may eject from Pump Outlet with considerable force and cause injury. Always attach suitable
drain hose before activating automatic pumpout system.
2. Vacuum blower switch
3. Power cord
1
2
3

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EXTRACTION MODE SETUP
Remove water quickly and effectively from flooded
structures.
1) Connect vacuum hose to vacuum inlet.
2) Connect power cord to power supply
NOTICE: The power cord of the HVE3000 should be
plugged into a ground-protected 230 volt outlet.
3) For automatic pumpout, connect hose to pumpout
outlet to pump outlet and turn pump switch ON. Do not
use anything smaller than a ⅝in. hose, and ensure
there are no kinks in the hose. For increased pumpout
performance, see “Maximizing Pumpout Performance,”
p. 5.
NOTICE: Before turning the pump on, attach a drain
hose and place the end in a suitable drain. Operating the
pump without a drain hose in place may cause injury.
NOTICE: Avoid contact with water draining from the
pump outlet. Water is pressurized and may exit the unit
with force. Water may contain chemicals or
contaminants that can be a health hazard upon contact.
4) Turn on vacuum blower.
For use as truckmount extraction booster, see
“Booster Mode” below.
NOTICE: Keep truckmount outlet capped when not
in use.
EXTRACTION OPERATION TIP
Place the HVE3000 as close as possible to the end of
the hose run nearest the wand or other extraction tool.
This position will maximize the vacuum boost provided
by the unit.
TRUCKMOUNT BOOSTER SETUP
Use in conjunction with a truckmount extractor to provide
additional extraction power. The HVE3000 has been
tested to boost vacuum on hose runs as long as 300
ft. (90 m). To maximize performance, we recommend
using the shortest runs as possible.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to operate the unit with a
truckmount producing vacuum pressures greater than 12
in. H2O (40.6 kPa). Doing so could damage the unit and
will void the warranty.
NOTICE: Do not operate with water temperatures
exceeding 140° F (60° C). Doing so could damage the
unit and will void the warranty.
1) Connect vacuum hose to vacuum inlet.
2) Connect power cord.
3) Connect pumpout hose to pump outlet and turn
pump switch ON. For maximum pumpout performance,
we recommend using the unit with a 1½ in outlet hose.
See “Maximizing pumpout performance,”right.
4) Attach vacuum hose to truckmount via vacuum
outlet.
5) Turn on vacuum blower.
TRUCKMOUNT BOOSTER OPERATION TIP
Place the HVE3000 as close as possible to the end of
the hose run nearest the wand or other extraction tool.
This position will maximize the vacuum boost provided
by the unit.
Maximizing pumpout performance
The sump pump outlet of HVE3000 is equipped with a
1½ in. barbed hose fitting for use with a 1½ in. drain
hose (hose purchased separately). Because the internal
pumpout system is plumbed with 1½ in. lines, use of a
large-diameter drain hose will help to ensure maximum
pumpout performance.
The HVE3000 may also be used with a standard garden
hose. Simply replace the 1½ in. fitting with the ¾ in.
reducer fitting supplied with your unit and attach the
garden hose.
NOTICE: Before turning the pump on, attach a drain
hose and place the end in a suitable drain. Operating the
pump without a drain hose in place may cause injury.
NOTICE: Avoid contact with water draining from the
pump outlet. Water is pressurized and may exit the unit
Cover assembly latches (×4)
Recovery tank interior.
NOTE: Pump, float and
float arm assembly are
located inside tank.
Filter lid seal
Airflow shutoff valve
assembly
Filter lid
Filter basket
Filter lid clamps (×2)
Gravity drain hose
FIG. D

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with force. Water may contain chemicals or
contaminants that can be a health hazard upon contact.
Airflow shut-off
The HVE3000 will automatically shut off airflow to the
blower when the recovery tank is full. This prevents
water and debris from entering the motor. When the
recovery tank becomes excessively dirty, or if there is
too much foam in the tank, the float may not function
properly. When the blower emits a high-pitched whine
and there is no vacuum generated, it most likely means
that the ball float has engaged and that the tank is full
and needs to be emptied, or that excessive foam is
present. When this occurs, check the tank and empty it
if necessary, and use a defoamer any time foam is
present.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD. Unplug the
unit before performing any maintenance.
Before each use
Inspect the electrical cord for damage. Look for
fraying, cuts, etc. Do not use the unit if you find any
damage. Call [phone] to locate the nearest
service center.
Check the filter basket and HEPA filter (Fig. D).
Performance is greatly reduced when either filter is
clogged.
Check the sump pump float valve (Fig. D). Remove
any clogs or obstructions to the float mechanism.
Check the manual drain hose for clogs or kinks.
Check all hose fittings. Look for cracks, debris, and
damaged threads or seals.
Check ball float valve. Ensure cover screen is clean.
After each use
Clean filter basket and top cover. Release cover
clamps, remove the cover, and lift out basket. Rinse
basket, basket basin, and cover with water to clean.
(Clean also as needed during use.)
Clean recovery tank, float valve, and airflow shutoff
valve.
1. Release four cover assembly latches and lift off cover
assembly (see Fig. D). With gravity drain hose directed
into a suitable drain, remove any accumulated debris
and wash recovery tank interior with an all-purpose
detergent. Rinse interior with fresh water. Allow the unit
to drain completely through the gravity drain hose.
2. Slide airflow shutoff ball valve assembly downward off
of the vacuum standpipe (Fig. D; see also “Remove float
ball assembly,” p. 6). Rinse valve assembly clean. Make
sure the float ball moves freely inside the cage and is
free of any debris. Replace ball valve assembly.
3. Wipe off pump, float, float arm assembly and tank
interior with a damp cloth. Allow tank interior and cover
assembly to dry completely before replacing the cover
assembly.
To maintain appearance, wipe interior and exterior
surfaces with a damp cloth. For deep cleaning and to
add a protective shine to the exterior, use Dri-Eaz
MicroGuard Cleaner and MicroGuard Protectant or a
similar automotive interior treatment.
Monthly
Use an all-purpose silicone spray to lubricate wheels,
castors and latches. Take care to wipe up any excess
spray, as it may create slippery surfaces.
As needed
Replace HEPA filter. Replace when the filter is visibly
dirty. To access the filter, remove the filter cover plate
thumbscrews and lift off the plate. Replacement filters
are sold in packs of four. Ask for Dri-Eaz part no. F503
or Sapphire part no. 20-045.
Special Maintenance Tasks
To ensure proper operation, we recommend the
following maintenance based on hours of use. In
excessively dusty or dirty conditions, it may be
necessary to perform these tasks more frequently.
Blower motor replacement 800 hrs
Order the motor brush replacement kit, Dri-Eaz and
Sapphire part no. S506. Complete instructions are
provided with the kit.
Pump Inspection and service 800 hrs
Tools required
•10 mm and 3/8 in. nut drivers or sockets with a 6 in. extension and a ratchet.
•3/32 in. socket
•15/16 in. open end wrench
•Short handled screwdriver

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Remove the cover assembly and inspect the recovery
tank for any remaining water. If necessary, wipe out the
tank with a towel.
Loosen hose clamp on float valve assembly and slip off
assembly.
Loosen cord clamp on inside wall of tank with the 15/16
in. wrench. Cut cable tie and pull out two to three feet of
cord or until the cord shows resistance.
Remove float ball assembly.
Note: It is not necessary to remove the float ball
assembly to access the pump. However, we recommend
removing the assembly and cleaning it every time you
inspect and clean the pump.
To remove the float ball assembly, loosen lower hose
clamp on the float ball assembly and remove assembly.

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If you are servicing the float ball assembly, use a Philips
screwdriver to remove the float ball housing retaining
screw and remove the float ball housing. Rinse all
components clean and ensure float ball moves freely
inside housing. Reinstall float ball housing.
Inspect float assembly. Ensure that float moves freely up
and down the float shaft. Clean as necessary.
Using the 3/8 in. or 10 mm socket, remove bolts on both
ends of the cross-brace. Lift off brace.

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Loosen upper pump outlet hose clamp and pull the hose
off the outlet.
Fold up the pump handle and lift out the pump for
inspection. Rest the pump on a table or other stable
surface placed next to the unit. There is no need to
disconnect the wire harness.
Pull off the pump intake screen and rinse clean. Wipe off
any debris from intake area. Replace screen.

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Wipe out tank with a clean rag.
Reassembly
Lower pump back into bottom of tank and fold handle down. Ensure that the pump feet are fully seated.
Push pump outlet hose back on and retighten hose clamp.
Replace pump retention bracket.
Push excess power cord back through cord grip and retighten cord grip. The cord should be slack, but should not
hang down and interfere with the operation of the float or the float arm assembly.
Replace cable tie.
Reinstall the float ball assembly.
Replace the cover assembly.
The unit is now ready to use.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model
HVE3000 High Volume Extractor
F479-230V AU
Weight
130 lbs. | 59 kg
Dimensions
(H × W × D)
40.2 × 22.5 × 23.6 in.
102.1 × 57.2 × 59.9 cm
Power (230V)
6.8A (Blower)
9.3A (Blower + Pumpout)
Tank capacity
12 gal. | 45 l
Maximum performance ratings:
Blower lift
8.8 in. Hg (120 in. H2O)
Pumpout discharge rate (1½ in.
outlet)
45 gpm
Pumpout discharge rate (¾ in.
outlet)
12 gpm
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Some values
may be approximate.
ADDITIONAL PRODUCT INFORMATION and current
documentation is available at
international.legendbrands.net.
FOR PARTS AND SERVICE CALL YOUR LOCAL
DISTRIBUTOR or Dri-Eaz or Sapphire Scientific at +1
360-757-7776 –
international.legendbrands.net
Warranty registration and claims vary by region. Contact
your local distributor for more information.