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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Will not heat but vacuum comes on.

Water level too low.

Fill water to top edge of lid ring.

No solution from spray nozzle tip.

Nozzle tip plugged.

Check quick-disconnect
fitting.

Solution tank empty.

Pump failed.

Kinked solution hose.

Disassemble and clean.

Reconnect fitting onto machine.

Refill to absolute top of lid ring.

Replacement required.

Straighten hose.

Poor water pickup.

Vacuum hose cuff is not
firmly pushed onto recovery
tank fitting.

Vacuum motor intake filter
is clogged.

Vacuum gasket between
tanks is worn or damaged.

Recovery tank lid not
sealing.

DEFECTIVE MACHINE!
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
REPAIR!

Left exposed in freezing
conditions.

Defective pump seal.

Push hose cuff onto fitting; check for
cracks on hose.

Remove and clean filter.

Replace gasket.

Replace or tighten lid.

Unplug immediately and call factory
service center or point of purchase.

Refer to service center.

Replace pump.

Overheats and boils water.

Float level switch in solution
tank may be damaged.

Thermostat failure.

Replace float switch.

Replace thermostat.

Plugged into outlet but nothing
comes on.

Overloaded circuit breaker.

Reset circuit breaker or unplug other
electrical items on same circuit.

Summary of Contents for MINI-VACTOR

Page 1: ...1 HAWK MINI VACTOR OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ended to familiarize operators with safety and maintenance procedures for products of Hawk Enterprises of Elkhart Inc SPECIFICATIONS 200ْF heated solution tank 110ْF water heats to 200ْF in 8 minutes Ready to use when dwell time on pre spray is completed 1 gallon solution tank capacity 2 gallon recovery tank capacity Vacuum lift 102 Piston pump delivers 60 PSI 1600 watt heating element Amber light...

Page 3: ... to call your attention to instructions concerning your personal safety Watch for this symbol It means ATTENTION Become alert Your personal safety is involved Read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death ...

Page 4: ... installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinance DANGER 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 it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet ins...

Page 5: ...ent part Return the failed part to us within 30 days freight prepaid exactly as it was at the time of failure Our inspection and evaluation will attempt to determine the probable cause of failure 4 If our inspection reveals that the failed part was defective we will credit your account for the entire amount of the part including your cost of return freight When incomplete parts are returned for cr...

Page 6: ...t handle the plug cord or appliance with wet hands Do not put any object into openings Do not use if any opening is blocked keep free of dust lint hair and anything that may reduce air flow Keep loose clothing hair fingers and all body parts away from openings and moving parts Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes or any health endangering dusts...

Page 7: ...amber light will come on indicating the heating cycle has begun 4 When the water temperature reaches maximum degree of heat the amber light will turn off to indicate that the machine is ready for use 5 Toggle the power switch to VACUUM This will shut off heating element turn on the vacuum pump and activate the solution pump 6 Release water from nozzle until hot water transfers through the length o...

Page 8: ...ISPOSAL SITE Such as a sink floor drain or bucket 4 Disconnect the Hose Assembly from the machine 5 Tip the Recovery Tank upright and drain the dirty solution through the hose connection port on the top rear of the machine 6 Tip the Solution Tank and drain unused water or solution Thoroughly rinse the tank if any cleaning chemical was used 7 Check and clean lint filter on inside center of recovery...

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Page 14: ...ntake filter is clogged Vacuum gasket between tanks is worn or damaged Recovery tank lid not sealing DEFECTIVE MACHINE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR Left exposed in freezing conditions Defective pump seal Push hose cuff onto fitting check for cracks on hose Remove and clean filter Replace gasket Replace or tighten lid Unplug immediately and call factory service center or point of purchase Refer to serv...

Page 15: ... repair labor freight or delivery charges will be the responsibility of the claimant 4 Only Hawk Enterprises or its authorized dealers may make warranty repairs on Hawk products Others do so at their own risk and expense This warranty limits Hawk s liability for defects in workmanship or materials to replacement of defective parts only Hawk Enterprises will not be liable for incidental or conseque...

Page 16: ...y claim if you properly maintain your machine HAWK ENTERPRISES OF ELKHART INC PURCHASE DATE _____________ 52744 Park Six Court SERIAL NUMBER _____________ Elkhart IN 46514 574 294 1910 or 888 289 4295 574 970 0289 or 866 429 5329 Fax SALES SERVICE PROVIDED BY TKERSHNER HAWKENTERPRISES COM SALES SERVICE PROVIDED BY PURCHASE DATE _________________ SERIAL NUMBER _________________ ...

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