Long Life Vertical LV-Series Operator’s Manual
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CLEANING WITH DETERGENTS:
1.
Refer to "Detergent Cleaning Precautions" pg. 6 before working with
detergents. Be certain to wear protective safety attire as stated on pg. 10.
2.
Prepare detergent solution according to label directions. Never pump
acids, alkaline, abrasive fluids or solvents through the unit. Due to the unknown
and often corrosive characteristics of many detergents commonly used in the
pressure washer cleaning industry, it is recommended to use only Mi-T-M
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detergents with this unit.
3.
This unit is equipped with an adjustable detergent knob. Locate the clear
vinyl hose which leads to the pump head. Adjust the amount of detergent
desired by turning the knob completely counterclockwise to set at the
maximum siphon rate.
4.
Immerse the detergent strainer (17) into the detergent solution to allow
detergent to siphon.
5.
With the trigger gun locked in the "OFF" position:
a. For Adjustable Nozzle: Push the nozzle cover at the end of the
wand away from the trigger gun.
b. For High/Low Nozzle: Turn the collar “counterclockwise” (as shown
in Figure 2 at right) to engage the low pressure mode.
c. For Quick Connect Nozzle: Securely quick-connect the detergent
spray nozzle (#6540° BLACK) into the end of the wand.
NOTE:
This injection system is designed to apply detergents under low
pressure only. It will not allow detergent solutions to be introduced into
the system unless the nozzle assembly is in the low pressure detergent
mode.
6.
To apply solution; unlock the trigger gun and squeeze the trigger. In a
few moments a detergent/water mixture will exit the low pressure nozzle.
Start spraying the lower portion of the surface being cleaned and move up,
using long overlapping strokes. Applying from the bottom up helps avoid
streaking. Allow to soak briefly. DO NOT allow detergent solution to dry on
the surface. (Avoid working on hot surfaces or in direct sunlight to minimize
the chances of the detergent drying, which may result in damaging painted
surfaces.) Be certain to rinse a small section at a time.
7.
To rinse; lock the trigger gun in the "OFF" position:
a. For Adjustable Nozzle: Pull the nozzle cover at the end of the
wand toward from the trigger gun.
b. For High/Low Nozzle: Turn the collar “clockwise” to engage the
high pressure mode.
c. For Quick Connect Nozzle: Securely quick-connect the 40° spray
nozzle into the end of the wand.
Unlock the trigger gun and spray. It will take about 30 seconds to purge
all detergent from the line. For best rinsing results, start at the top and
work down.
8.
Siphon a gallon of water through the low pressure detergent injection
system after each use. This prevents the possibility of corrosion or
detergent residue causing mechanical problems during the next use.
SHUT-DOWN:
1.
Turn engine “OFF” as directed in the Engine Manual.
2.
Turn the water supply "OFF".
3.
Pointing the gun in a safe direction, trigger gun momentarily to relieve
any trapped pressure.
4.
Once pressure is relieved, disconnect the nozzle assembly.
5.
Disconnect and drain gun, wand and hoses.
6.
Wipe unit clean and store with gun, wand and hoses in a safe, non-freezing
area.
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