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Operational Procedure – Cleaning Windows 

 

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Operational Procedure – Cleaning Windows 

 
When tasked with cleaning windows or facade surfaces park the vehicle/trailer containing the 
Reach & Wash system in a suitable position adjacent to the building. Parking close to one 
corner of the building is a good idea as two elevations can be reached from one position. 
When working in areas accessible to others, deploy warning signs to indicate the presence of 
potential slip and trip hazards. Run delivery hoses from system to furthest extent of work with 
a view to working backwards towards the vehicle, select appropriate pole for height for work 
to be undertaken and extend sections to the desired height. 

   

Poles constructed from 6ft and smaller sections may be extended vertically. Poles 
constructed from sections longer than 6ft are extended horizontally along the ground. Once 
extended to the desired length it becomes a two person operation to “walk the pole up” in 
much the same way as a tall ladder is “walked up” by one person with the butt end located in 
the right angle between the ground and vertical elevation. 

   

In basic terms the technique for cleaning is one of an upwards and downward motion to 
agitate and loosen soiling, followed by a side to side motion from the top downward in order 
to rinse away the loosened soiling. In practice however and understanding of the chemistry of 
the process is necessary in order to attain satisfactory cleaning results, especially for the 
initial clean and possibly one two subsequent cleans. 

   

Water is known to most as H20 however, in its pre-treated form water is in fact much more 
than h20 as it contains many other chemicals and minerals. When water is processed through 
the Reach & Wash water treatment system all chemical and mineral content is filtered out to 
produce 100 % pure water. Pure water has a strong desire to return to its former impure state, 
when applied to any surface pure water rapidly imports all its purities it comes across. If 
sufficient pure water is applied, all impurities can be flushed away and the remaining mineral 
free water will dry leaving a clean, sterile and spot free finish. 

   

Window frames can harbor years of dirt and detergent build up. When washed, dirt and 
detergent residue within the frames will be diluted and driven further into the frames, only 
drain out over the glass once the washing has finished and the window is left to dry

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 At this 

point, dirt and detergent residue from the frames will be left on the glass leaving a predictably 
poor finish to the glazing. Armed with this knowledge initial window cleaning with the Reach & 
Wash system must be carried out in the following manor if acceptable results are to be 
achieved: 

   

Set the water to flow through the brush. With a side to side motion followed by short up and 
down strokes across the frame, followed once more by side to side motions, 

   

Thoroughly wash the top frame and the top 8 - 10 inches of glass. If detergent is present 
bubbles will appear, continue until soap bubbles subside. Wash the remainder of the window 
including the side frames once only, sufficient to removing visible soiling. Continue in this 
manor around the entire building. Prolonged washing at this stage will achieve little, as 
capillary action will only drain soil/detergent from the frames once washing has ceased. 

   

Once the windows have dried, wash the windows a second time, but this time wash the glass 
without wetting the frames. One again set the water to flow through the brush. Place the 
brush on the glass at the bottom left or right hand side of the window, then steadily raise the 
brush towards the top of the glass, doing so will ensure that the bristles curl downwards 
underneath the brush head. As the brush reaches the top slow the motion and stop just short 
of the top frame by a margin of 1-2 inches (with practice a closer tolerance can be achieved). 
Then taking care not to wet the top frame move the brush horizontally along the top of the 
glass to the opposite side. Repeat this side to side operation moving steadily down until 
completely rinsed. Repeat this process until all windows have been washed this way

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Summary of Contents for Zero PPB

Page 1: ...1 Operators Manual...

Page 2: ...bserve for correct operation Electrical Hazard Electrical equipment that is likely to cause serious injury or loss of life CO2 Hazard CO2 Hazard that is likely to cause serious injury or loss of life...

Page 3: ...tems In 1997 Ionic Systems Ltd introduced the very first vehicle mounted waterfed pole system known as the Reach Wash system Since then Ionic Systems has continued to lead the field with its proven de...

Page 4: ...ill be different to the summer Ionic Systems is not responsible for your local water supply we have no control over its quality delivery pressure or flow rate Further we have no control over how you u...

Page 5: ...Zero Weights Dimensions 5 Dimensions...

Page 6: ...kg 1225 1242 kg 900 Ltr 200 212kg 1112 1129 kg 800 Ltr 195 212kg 1015 1032 kg 700 Ltr 190 207kg 910 927 kg 600 Ltr 185 202kg 810 827 kg 500 Ltr 180 197kg 705 722 kg 400 Ltr 169 186kg 594 511kg 300 Ltr...

Page 7: ...Machine Component Identification 7 Component Identification...

Page 8: ...Machine Component Identification 8 Control Panel...

Page 9: ...pon the specification up to five fuses may be installed The position application and value are depicted in the table below Fuse Box Diagram Fuse box positions 6 8 are not used Function Amps Position S...

Page 10: ...Machine Component Identification 10 Zero System Filters Removed...

Page 11: ...rough NGDI filter 0PPB Machines only 10 Delivery Pumps 12v Pure Water delivery pumps 11 A B Incoming and outgoing water connections The system has optional water connections for both left right hand d...

Page 12: ...out of the tank as it empties and fills Do not cover or block 2 Float Switch The float switch stops ultrapure water production when the tank is full 3 Tank Level Sight Gauge Coloured float indicates...

Page 13: ...Machine Component Identification 13 Filter Identification Zero PPB System...

Page 14: ...e Softener Exchanges Calcium and Magnesium ions for Sodium ions Protects the RO membrane RO Filter Reverse Osmosis A semi permeable membrane that filters out 95 98 of dissolved solids De ionisation PP...

Page 15: ...ater conditions usage and care in routine operation and maintenance Information printed on filter ID discs and in the table below provides estimates about likely filter replacement frequencies Filter...

Page 16: ...ter pressure flow is low the use of a break tank will avoid cavitation in the water supply The size of the break tank will depend upon the volume of pure water required and the speed at which it can b...

Page 17: ...s the reject water will fail to flow rejected dissolved solids to drain Temperature has a major effect on pure water production Industry standards for pure water production through an RO membrane are...

Page 18: ...of a permanent hard wired fused connection 2 In the case of mobile vehicle mounted portable machines a flexible cable connection will be suitable It is highly recommended that an RCD is used at the e...

Page 19: ...er treatment machine holding tanks transfer pumps and pipe work within the confines of a suitably designed and installed bunded area with adequate drainage capability 7 Offices storerooms and other vu...

Page 20: ...EEDED DO NOT TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PRESSURE TEMPERATURE RANGES WARNING LABELS Like many other cleaning machines Ionic Systems machines with mains powered pumps have no Run Dry protection In the field...

Page 21: ...salt the second benefit is realised Salt crystals form quickly upon other impurities in water by swelling their physical size they are more easily removed by the RO filter leading to improved RO perf...

Page 22: ...ny servicing or repairs other than routine filter replacement please refer to Ionic Systems Ltd or an approved agent of Ionic Systems Ltd Step 1 Connect a suitable water supply to the mains water IN c...

Page 23: ...to complete At this stage the machine is in open flow and rejected water will be observed flowing to drain Stage 2 After four minutes the SYSTEM PURGING light will extinguish and the SYSTEM FLUSHINGIN...

Page 24: ...lter When the holding tank is full a float switch triggers the end of pure water production The mains water supply will be shut off at the machine the boost pump will stop and the UV 03 lamp will exti...

Page 25: ...process Regenerating the RO s in this way prolongs day one performance and extends RO membrane life Step 6 At the end of the process the SYSTEM POLISHING light will be extinguished The only light rema...

Page 26: ...om either the vehicles fuel tank or an ancillary remote tank The Thermopure must only be operated in a well ventilated area as carbon monoxide is present in the exhaust gas Operational Procedure Hot W...

Page 27: ...after run period of the heater After five short signals have been emitted the long flashing pulses can be counted x1 No start After 2 start up attempts x2 Flame extinction recurrent 5 x3 Under voltage...

Page 28: ...e left Pump 1 is the hot pump on a Thermopure system and the right pump 2 is always a cold delivery pump On a non Thermopure system they are both cold 1 2 Pump No1 is connected to the upper port on th...

Page 29: ...Procedures 29 Step 1 Depress the Pump on off 1 for the desired pump The Pump Active light will illuminate 2 Step 2 Select the desired volume for delivery using the or The normal operating volume is l...

Page 30: ...off If this happens simply depress the Pump On Off 2 and pump will operate once more at the last volume setting On some models pump remote control is fitted This feature means that pumps can be opera...

Page 31: ...r after periods of exhaustive discharging of the battery it may be necessary to perform a recondition charge This is a setting on the mains charger that can be selected by 3 presses of the mode button...

Page 32: ...rocedures Filter Replacement 32 Filter Cartridge Replacement 1 Filter Snap Ring 2 Filter Top Cap 3 Filter O ring Seal 4 RO Filter 5 RO Filter Housing NB Snap Rings and O Rings must be replaced every t...

Page 33: ...c key ring tool to push down on the retaining ring 1 in the filter housing cap then pull the fitting 2 upwards and out of the filter cap 3 Step 2 Move the pipe and fitting clear of the filter cap Step...

Page 34: ...e is insufficient headroom then it will be necessary to use the key ring tool to remove the pipe from the bottom fitting in the filter housing so that the filter housing can be completely removed from...

Page 35: ...ined in the top of the filter canister this must also be removed Step 8 With the O ring removed the Filter element can be simply withdrawn by hand and the replacement inserted in its place in this cas...

Page 36: ...y When it is fully home the groove for the retaining snap ring will be visible Step 12 Insert the pointed end of the snap ring into the groove first With the snap ring located in the grove push it in...

Page 37: ...e steps below detail the simple the procedure Step 1 After removing the filter housing from the machine insert the orange hose adaptor to the bottom connection on some machines ie Quattro X5 it is pos...

Page 38: ...mproved RO pre treatment additional water softening One RO maintenance procedure that is commonly over looked in reducing RO cleaning frequency is the use of RO permeate water for flushing foulants fr...

Page 39: ...approx 2 seconds the charger activates the chosen mode The select mode is saved in the chargers memory and remains even when the charger is switched off Mode Normal 14 4v Normal setting for wet batte...

Page 40: ...he mode selected will be indicated by the LED s position Battery Information Batteries are only fitted to vehicle mounted systems The battery should never be completely discharged through exhaustive u...

Page 41: ...bio film thereby prolonging filter life IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE BENEFITS OF UV 03 STERILISATION THE UV LAMP MUST BE REPLACED EVERY 12 MONTHS UV LAMP REPLACEMENT DISCONNECT MAINS ELECTRICITY BEFORE P...

Page 42: ...of the UV housing This allows the housing to be unscrewed without twisting the power cables Step 2 Unscrew the end caps at each end of the UV unit Some water inside the housing may escape so it is ad...

Page 43: ...dures 43 Step 3 Unclip the white plastic connector from each end of the UV lamp Step 4 The UV lamp may now be withdrawn from the housing and replaced Step 5 Installing the new lamp is a reversal of th...

Page 44: ...ould be replaced at 6 month intervals Putting the machine back into service at the end of storage creates a good opportunity to replace the filter element Carbon Filter The Carbon Filter also traps or...

Page 45: ...ion remove the snap ring but leave the filter cap in place DO NOT EXPOSE TO FREEZING CONDITIONS Replace the snap ring prior to putting the machine back into service UV O3 To protect against any risk o...

Page 46: ...it comes across If sufficient pure water is applied all impurities can be flushed away and the remaining mineral free water will dry leaving a clean sterile and spot free finish Window frames can har...

Page 47: ...ew staff become experienced using short poles before moving up to poles that extend above 10 m Safety in Window Cleaning Scope For the purpose of this guidance the term waterfed pole is defined as a t...

Page 48: ...and window cleaners need to understand that window cleaners will continue to suffer regular accidents unless a different approach is taken In recent years many window cleaners have adopted the use of...

Page 49: ...urify water if not replaced at specified intervals filters may become a fertile breeding ground for Legionella bacteria Water temperature is a particularly important factor in the survival of and mult...

Page 50: ...lkway The design manufacture and instillation of water treatment systems fitted to vehicles should conform to the requirements of The Road Vehicle Construction and Use of Regulations and BS 12195 Load...

Page 51: ...cally these may include Instruction in the need for the operator to be vigilant with regard to the surroundings Providing adequate PPE and or roof edge protection Giving consideration to the day and t...

Page 52: ...th battery life are excluded from the warranty 4 12volt pumps are warranted for a period of 3 months only 5 When fitted Stainless Steel filter housings carry a 5 year warranty 6 When fitted mains powe...

Page 53: ...merchant ability and fitness for a particular purpose Ionic Systems Ltd shall not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages including travel expense telephone charges loss of income...

Page 54: ...e as well as to guard against the possibility of harmful Bacteria developing within the system Your Resonsibility Presenting The Reach Wash system for its annual service is the customers responsibilit...

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