Mi-T-M Long Life Vertical LV Series, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ... PARA EL USO PRECAUCIÓN RIESGO DE LESIONES LEA ESTE MANUAL ANTES DE OPERAR Este manual es una parte importante de la lavadora a presión y debe permanecer con esta unidad CAUTION RISK OF INJURY READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING This manual is an important part of the pressure washer and must remain with this unit Copyright 1997 Mi T M Corporation Form 37 0473 050197 1C E S Long Life Pressure Washer by M...

Page 2: ...AUTIONS 7 FEATURES DRAWING 8 SAFETY DECALS 9 INSTALLATION PREPARATION 10 14 ATTIRE 10 SET UP 10 ENGINE FUEL TANK 10 NOZZLE REVIEW 11 12 NOZZLECONNECTION 12 WATER SUPPLY 13 UNLOADER 13 HEAT DUMP VALVE 13 PRE START INSPECTION PROCEDURES 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 16 17 PRIMING THE PUMP 16 START UP 16 CLEANING WITH DETERGENTS 17 SHUTDOWN 17 STORAGE MAINTENANCE 18 19 SPECIFIC MAINTENANCE 18 WINTERIZING...

Page 3: ...NAL WORDS USED IN THIS MANUAL ARE AS FOLLOWS DANGER INDICATES AN IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAUTION INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED MAY RESULT IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY THE SYMBOLS SET TO ...

Page 4: ...e materials DO NOT spray flammable liquids 3 ENGINE FUEL TANK DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FILLING ENGINE FUEL TANK NEVER fill the engine fuel tank while the unit is running or hot Allow the engine to cool two minutes before refueling DO NOT refuel indoors or in a poorly ventilated area ALWAYS refuel slowly to avoid the possibility of spilled fuel which may cause a risk of fire 4 DO NOT operate the unit if ...

Page 5: ...o not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs 4 NEVER squeeze the trigger unless securely braced The thrust from the water traveling through the nozzle may be powerful enough to cause the operator to lose balance if unprepared DO NOT overreach or stand on unstable support Wet surfaces can be slippery wear protective foot gear and keep good footing and balance at a...

Page 6: ... start this unit if it has been transported in an open or underheated vehicle without first allowing the pump to thaw 4 When connecting the water inlet to the water supply mains local regulations of your water company must be observed In some areas the unit must not be connected directly to the public drinking water supply This is to ensure that there is no feedback of the detergents into the wate...

Page 7: ...nery while it is connected to the engine without first removing the ignition cable from spark plug Turning the machinery over by hand during adjustment or cleaning might start the engine and machinery with it causing serious injury to the operator 3 Know how to stop the pressure washer and bleed pressures quickly Be thoroughly familiar with controls 4 Before servicing the unit turn the unit off re...

Page 8: ...4 Adjustable Unloader 15 Pump Oil Sight Glass 16 Detergent Hose 17 Detergent Strainer 18 Engine Fuel Port 19 Fuel Shut Off 20 Engine Oil Fill 21 Engine Oil Drain Port 22 High Pressure Discharge Hose 23 Gun Assembly 24 Lance Variable Nozzle 25 Lance High Low Adjustable Nozzle 26 Lance Quick Connect 27 Quick Connect Nozzle 28 Lance Rotating Nozzle 29 Gun Wand Holder 30 Hose Hanger FEATURES LISTING N...

Page 9: ...l Part 34 0599 Reference 4 Decal Warning Muffler Hot Part 34 0598 SAFETY DECALS PLACEMENT FOR LV SERIES DO NOT REMOVE SAFETY DECALS FROM UNIT UNLESS REPLACING WITH MOST CURRENT SAFETY DECAL REFER TO PAGE 8 FOR PLACEMENT Reference 1 Decal Warning Caution Operating Statements Part 34 0793 ...

Page 10: ...S MAY BE PRESENT A SPARK COULD CAUSE AN EXPLOSIONORFIRE RISK OF UNIT BURSTING DO NOT STORE OPERATE UNIT INAFREEZINGENVIRONMENT WARNING RISKOFASPHYXIATION USE THIS PRODUCT ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS DO NOTOPERATEINANENCLOSED AREA THEEXHAUSTFROMTHEENGINE CONTAINSCARBONMONOXIDE APOISONOUS ODORLESSAND INVISIBLE GAS BREATHING THISGASCANCAUSESERIOUS INJURY ILLNESS POSSIBLE DEATH WARNING RISK OF EXPLO...

Page 11: ...eam It is not recommended for use on painted or wood surfaces or items attached with adhesive backings B HIGH LOW NOZZLE 1 Selection of high pressure can be achieved by turning the protective collar to the right clockwise as shown in Figure 1 at left While in the high pressure mode water is directed soley through the 15 spray nozzle creating a concentrated high pressure fan spray 2 Selection of lo...

Page 12: ... 45 angle to the surface and used like a scraper to remove paint grease and dirt Uses Surface preparation removing mildew stains and paint chips 3 The 25 nozzle GREEN This is a flushing nozzle This pattern is best suited for flushing dirt mud and grime Uses Wet sweeping leaves from walks curbs and driveways cleaning stable floors washing swimming pool bottoms degreasing engines 4 The 40 nozzle WHI...

Page 13: ...t d High Pressure Discharge Hose to Gun 6 Follow the incoming water requirements listed below a Water pressure must be a minimum of 20 pounds per square inch PSI and a maximum of 125 PSI A typical outdoor faucet will generally supply this PSI if turned completely ON b Incoming GPM must be approximately one gallon more than the outgoing GPM stated on the pressure washer nameplate You cancheck GPM b...

Page 14: ...O NOT START UNIT See Fire Ventilation Precautions 2 and 4 pg 4 Be sure that all damaged parts are replaced and that the mechanical problems are corrected prior to operation of the unit If you require service contact Customer Service e Inspect high pressure hoses for kinking cuts and leaks If a cut or leak is found DO NOT USE HOSE Replace hose before starting unit See Miscellaneous Safety Precautio...

Page 15: ...ERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS PRESSURE WASHER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL INCORRECT OPERATION OF THIS UNIT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY DO NOT ALTER OR MODIFY THIS EQUIPMENT IN ANY MANNER ...

Page 16: ...ure water will begin flowing from the nozzle 5 BE CERTAIN the trigger gun remains in an open position while starting the engine Brace yourself as the gun will kickback from the high pressure created by the pump once the engine has started 6 Steady the unit during engine start up Refer to the engine manual accompanying this pressure washer for the correct procedures needed to start the engine 7 Onc...

Page 17: ...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 m...

Page 18: ...de the orifice making it larger resulting in a pressure loss Nozzles should be replaced whenever pressure is less than 85 of the maximum The frequency of replacement will depend upon such variables as mineral content in the water and number of hours the nozzle is used Adjustable Nozzle Nozzle orifices should be kept clean and free from obstructions Follow the procedures listed below to clean nozzl...

Page 19: ...our thumb or finger Place the plugged end into the 5 gallon bucket of water i Start the unit Trigger the gun several times until all the air is worked out of the system unit is primed It may be necessary to adjust the engine RPM down to an idle to aid in priming NOTE Proper winterizing is based on the recommended manufacturer s instructions listed on the Protection Chart shown on the back label of...

Page 20: ...oadervalvenotoperatingcorrectly Repairorreplace Water is leaking from the Heat Water temperature is too high Do not allow the unit to operate in DumpValve the bypass mode with trigger gun closed for more than 3 minutes Defectivevalve Replace Oil appears milky or foamy Water in oil Change pump oil Fill to proper level Oil leaking from unit DONOTUSE ContactMi T M CustomerService Detergent will not s...