Hydro-Force Olympus M3-500, Operating Manual

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Page 2: ...Supply Chemicals 9 Chemical Metering Tips 10 Water Supply 11 Pump Priming 12 Solution Vacuum Hoses 13 Pump Out System 14 Pressure Adjustments 15 Shutdown Procedures 16 Troubleshooting 17 19 Solution Flow Path 20 Wiring Diagrams 21 SECTION 3 Maintenance Technical Maintenance 25 Drawings Parts Lists o Pump 34 o Pressure Regulator 35 o Auto Fill optional 36 o Solution Tank 37 o Waste Tank 41 o Base V...

Page 3: ... and to ensure that the equipment operates at its maximum performance level All users must read and understand this manual completely before operating the machine Always maintain this manual in legible condition adjacent to the Olympus M3 500 or place in a secure location for future reference Any questions pertaining to the operating or servicing of this unit should be directed to your nearest Hyd...

Page 4: ...l discharge Three stage Mounted in series Power Draw Cord 1 10 35 wide open 7 65 full load Add 5 amps on machines with Auto Pump out System Cord 2 13 75 wide open 11 05 full load Standard Equipment M3 500 High Performance Extractor Carpet Wand AW29 Stainless Steel S Bend Dual Jet Wand Vacuum Hose 25 X 1 1 2 with 1 1 2 cuff 2 cuff HP Solution Hose 25 x 1 4 with 1 4 male female quick connects Pump P...

Page 5: ...holstery Tool AW50D 4 5 Hydry Deluxe Upholstery Tool AW51D SX 7 Tile Grout Tool AW101 Gekko Tile Grout Wand AR54 Gekko Hand Tool AR52 Gekko SX 7 Tool AW102 1 1 2 Vacuum Hose Sold per foot No cuffs AH36 2 cuff for 1 1 2 Vac Hose AH46 1 1 2 cuff for 1 1 2 Vac Hose AH42 2 Hose Connector PVC AH76 1 1 2 Hose Connector PVC AH74 HP Solution Hose Does not include Quick Connects AH79D 1 4 Male Quick Connec...

Page 6: ... standing water or on wet surfaces Do not store the M3 500 in wet conditions If extractor is leaking unplug machine power cords from outlets before approaching or touching machine Do not unplug power cord by pulling on the cord Grasp the plug when unplugging the cord Do not pull the extractor by the cord If cord or plug is damaged do not use cord Replace with new cord or repair as needed before us...

Page 7: ...that are at temperatures above 160ºF Rinse the solution tank chemical system and pump with fresh water after each day s use Do not allow pump to run dry Always maintain adequate solution level to supply solution pump HP hoses may rupture if worn or damaged Do not use HP solution hoses if hose covering is cut bulging or otherwise damaged Examine HP solution hoses daily and replace or repair hoses a...

Page 8: ...wer cords into two outlets from different circuits If you are not sure if you are connected to separate circuits use a Breaker Buddy item AX49 available from Hydro Force to test your circuits in the following manner Plug the cords into the two outlets being tested and then plug the Breaker Buddy into the two cords If the green indicator light fails to light you may be on the same circuit and must ...

Page 9: ...y 2B Water Supply Chemical Dilution Optional Auto Fill System The chemical dilution rate is controlled by the metering tip and the dilution rate can only be changed by changing the metering tip See How to Change the Metering Tip on Page 10 for instructions Chemical Feed Setup Remove the chemical feed hose from the solution tank Place the end of the hose into a container of liquid chemical If the t...

Page 10: ...e dilution rates are based on chemicals with water like viscosity Thicker more viscous chemicals will dilute at a different rate For powdered chemicals a liquid concentrate must be made Mix the concentrate according to the manufacturer s directions and then select the appropriate metering tip Contact your distributor or Hydro Force if you have questions about your chemical Metering Tip Application...

Page 11: ...length of the chain connecting the float bottle to the float valve Snap the beaded chain off the connector on the valve o Move the bottle down to decrease the water level o Move the bottle up to increase the water level Snap the chain back into the connector Turn the water supply back on If the chemical is not drawing or if the tank is not filling or is overflowing refer to the trouble shooting gu...

Page 12: ...n pump Cup a hand around the hose barb to increase the vacuum suction on the hose When water is flowing out of the hose direct the hose to the solution tank and turn off the vacuum motors to ensure the flow continues when the vacuum is removed When the flow is steady turn off the solution pump remove the hose and proceed with machine set up procedures If the pump still does not prime or if flow is...

Page 13: ... vacuum hose is connected to the Vacuum Barb on the front of the machine The other end with the 1 1 2 cuff is connected to the cleaning tool When ready to begin cleaning turn both vacuum switches to the ON position While the M3 500 can be operated with only one vacuum for cleaning delicate fabrics in most situations you will turn both vacuum switches ON Vacuum Hose 1 1 2 x 25 with 2 1 1 2 cuffs Co...

Page 14: ... does not need to be connected When the recovery tank fills during cleaning the float ball assembly in the vacuum inlet filter will rise and will automatically shut off the vacuum air flow to prevent the recovery tank from overfilling and waste water from getting into the vacuums When this occurs Immediately shut off the vacuum switches Drain the recovery tank o Turn off the pump switch while drai...

Page 15: ...as needed to maintain proper pressure Contact your distributor for advice or assistance To increase the solution pressure turn the regulator knob clockwise To decrease the solution pressure turn the regulator knob counter clockwise The maximum pressure setting is 500psi however the highest pressure attained is dependent on the amount of water flow at the tool Smaller jets and lower flow will allow...

Page 16: ...AC11A Disconnect the vacuum hose and solution hose from the machine If water remains in the solution tank use the vacuum hose and vacuum the excess water from the tank If the auto fill system was utilized place the chemical feed hose back into the solution tank If the waste pump out system was used o Turn the waste pump switch on to pump out any remaining water from the recovery tank o Turn switch...

Page 17: ...ntake hose or fittings leaking Repair or replace hose Tighten clamps or replace fittings Pressure regulator sticking Lube o rings on regulator shaft Pressure regulator faulty Repair or replace pressure regulator PT021 Filter screen or jets plugged on tool Clean out filter or jets Solution tank empty Add water to tank Check repair auto fill assembly Pump not primed Perform pump priming procedure Pu...

Page 18: ...hoses and tool Vacuum hoses or cuffs leaking Replace vacuum hoses cuffs connectors as needed Recovery tank full Drain tank Float shutoff filter clogged Clean float shutoff filter Ball stuck in float shutoff Repair or replace float shutoff NM5037 Pump out Check Valve stuck open Clean out or replace check valve NM5052 Recovery tank damaged Replace recovery tank Chemical not Solution tank not filling...

Page 19: ...Optional Float too high Adjust chain to set float at proper level Auto Fill Float valve faulty Repair or replace float valve NM5055 Chemical Jug Foot valve in Filter stuck Clean out foot valve and filter Filling with Foot valve in Filter faulty Replace foot valve and filter PDE100 11P water Overflowing Optional Auto Fill To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury repairs to wiring shoul...

Page 20: ...ical Jug Denotes Water flow in high pressure hose Denotes Chemical flow Denotes by pass water flow from pressure regulator Denotes incoming water flow M3 500 Solution Flow Path Float Valve Inlet Quick Connect Flow Path shown with optional Auto Fill System M012 Gauge Pump AP49 ...

Page 21: ...MP TO COMMON GROUND FOR ALL COMPONENTS CORD 1 RED YELLOW BLUE BLACK 12 GA BLACK 12 GA BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK GREEN GREEN WHITE BLACK BLACK BLACK VACUUM 1 3 Stage VACUUM 2 3 Stage BLACK TO COMMON GROUND FOR ALL COMPONENTS Solution Pump Vacuum 2 Vacuum 1 ...

Page 22: ...Pump CORD 2 WASTE PUMP FLOAT SWITCH SOLUTION PUMP TO COMMON GROUND FOR ALL COMPONENTS CORD 1 RED YELLOW BLUE BLACK 12 GA BLACK BLACK 12 GA BLACK WHITE WHITE BLUE BROWN WHITE BLACK GREEN GREEN WHITE BLACK BLACK BLACK VACUUM 1 3 Stage VACUUM 2 3 Stage BLACK TO COMMON GROUND FOR ALL COMPONENTS ...

Page 23: ...m motor 3 Stage Vacuum Solution Pump Switch Power from Cord 2 When the switch is turned to the ON position power is supplied to the solution pump motor When not using solution Extracting Only do not turn this switch ON Vacuum 1 Power from Cord 1 When the switch is turned to the ON position power is supplied to the vacuum motor 3 Stage Vacuum ...

Page 24: ...urn Waste Pump Switch ON unless a hose is connected to the Pump out Outlet port Vacuum 1 Power from Cord 1 When the switch is turned to the ON position power is supplied to the vacuum motor 3 Stage Vacuum Solution Pump Switch Power from Cord 2 When the switch is turned to the ON position power is supplied to the solution pump motor When not using solution Extracting Only do not turn this switch ON...

Page 25: ...T VALVE Machines with optional AUTO FILL SYSTEM only Daily After Each Job 24 CLEAN VACUUM SHUTOFF ASSEMBLY SCREEN Daily After Each Job 24 CLEAN HYDRO FILTER If so equipped Daily After Each Job 25 RINSE OUT RECOVERY TANK Daily 25 CLEAN WASTE PUMP Machines with optional AUTO PUMP OUT SYSTEM only Daily 26 FLUSH SOLUTION TANK AND PUMP Daily 26 CLEAN PUMP INLET FILTER Weekly As needed 27 FLUSH CHEMICAL...

Page 26: ... the stand pipe is the Vacuum Shutoff Assembly It functions to prevent debris and water from being sucked into the vacuum motors Operating the M3 500 without the Vacuum Shutoff Assembly or with a poorly maintained assembly will greatly decrease the life of the vacuum motors and will void the warranty If debris builds up on this filter it will reduce the vacuum air flow and may cause a significant ...

Page 27: ... seal and replace as needed Re install the new or cleaned bag Close lid and secure latch RINSE OUT RECOVERY TANK Build up of fine silt and debris can damage the Waste Pump and Drain Valve Clean out the tank on a regular basis to extend the life of these components as well as keep the tank and machine smelling better Remove the recovery tank lid and open the drain valve Place a bucket under the dra...

Page 28: ...s to the bottom of the tank Turn the vacuums OFF and disconnect the prime hose Place a bucket under the drain valve open the drain valve to drain the water out of the recovery tank Close the drain valve and dispose of the water If there is a heavy chemical build up in the machine hoses or tools a mild acid can be added to the rinse water in the previous procedure REFER TO PHOTOS ON FOLLOWING PAGE ...

Page 29: ...ir bucket or box while working inside the base The filter is in the clear 1 2 ID hose from the solution tank to the inlet port on the solution pump Grasp the clear plastic filter cap and unscrew the cap from the black plastic filter body by turning counter clockwise Remove the stainless steel filter screen and clean as needed Examine the cap and body for cracks and replace filter as needed Replace...

Page 30: ...through the proportioner and mixed with the incoming water The metering tip can be removed from the proportioner to speed up the process Once the rinse solution has been drawn through the proportioner turn off the water faucet and disconnect the Auto Fill Water Supply Hose Plug in Cord 1 connect the vacuum hose to the vacuum barb turn on one or both vacuums and use the vacuum hose to remove the wa...

Page 31: ...n and Seal Replace as needed 6 Use a synthetic grease with Teflon such as Ultra Slick or Super Lube to lubricate the seal on the regulator piston 7 Place the piston back into the opening on the regulator body 8 Place the Spring Plate on top of the piston Concave side toward piston 9 Place the spring back into the handle and thread the handle back onto the regulator body Brass Knob Spring Plate Reg...

Page 32: ...ratches Deep scratches will allow water to flow past gaskets and leak from valve Replace valve if needed Examine the gaskets and replace if cut torn or deformed Raised rounded side of gasket goes toward valve slide Larger flat sides seat on ring on flange and outlet adapter Sand and debris will collect in the bottom of the valve body and prevent the slide from going down and seating properly Clean...

Page 33: ...he Float valve and chemical proportioning mechanism 4 Turn the solution pump switch to the ON position Allow the anti freeze to circulate for 5 10 minutes Mix and add more anti freeze solution as needed Make sure end of chemical feed hose stays submerged in the anti freeze solution This will assure that the anti freeze will be drawn into the proportioning valve Then turn the solution pump off 5 Co...

Page 34: ...34 Parts Replacementpartsavailableforrepairof yourM3 500 Section 3 KIT A PT054 KIT B PT055 KIT C PT056 M3 500 PUMP AP49 PARTS ASSEMBLY Replacementpartsavailableforrepairof yourM3 500 ...

Page 35: ...ER GUIDE 2 0204 0010 0002 8 HEAD BOLT 6 BOLT 1 4 20 X 2 3 4 SHCS SS 9 MOUNT BOLT 4 BOLT 1 4 20 X 2 SHCS SS 10 WASHER FLAT M6 STAINLESS STEEL 10 WSH FLAT M6 SS NS PUMP COMPLETE WITH MOTOR 1 AP49 NS PUMP COMPLETE WITHOUT MOTOR 1 PT058 NS MOTOR 1 PT059 DESCRIPTION 1 REGULATOR BODY 2 SS SEAT O RING PT020S 3 PISTON AND SEAL PT020A 4 SPRING PLATE 5 SPRING 6 BRASS KNOB 7 REGULATOR COMPLETE PT021 PUMPTEC ...

Page 36: ...Valve Body 35 37 Flange 41 1 8 Spring 41 7 25 Enclosing Tube 41 15 5 Diaphragm 61 121 Elbow 90º Street 1 4 61 122 Adapter 61 107 2 Ceramic Weight 61 22 3 Proportioner PDE61 22 3 63 35 Magnet 63 37 Spacer 63 38 Plunger 63 46 Screw 8 18 x 1 2 4 req 63 87 Valve Repair Kit PDE63 87 Includes 41 1 8 41 15 5 63 37 63 38 100 3 Rubber Washer 100 11P Foot Valve Filter PDE100 11P 100 12 8 x 1 4 Plastic Tubin...

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Page 47: ...not apply to defects resulting from improper operation lack of maintenance unauthorized modification chemical incompatibility misuse abuse or exposure to freezing temperature conditions It does not cover normal wear items such as o rings valve seals pump seals hoses jets cords batteries or other items which require replacement as a result of ordinary usage To obtain warranty service for the Olympu...