Delco PN 09301 A - Manual (Page 7)

Manual Page 7
OPERATING THE MACHINE
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Connect the swivel end of the discharge hose to the cleaning gun.
2. Attach the hose to the machine outlet.
3. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. Add fuel if required. It is best to keep fuel tank full during
nonworking conditions.
4. Attach an ordinary garden hose to the float tank inlet. Turn on the water supply and let the float
tank fill.
5. Place the end of the soap line into your soap solution container.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: On initial start up, or if machine has not been operated for several days, it is advisable to
remove the nozzle from the cleaning gun and flush out any foreign material. Open the water supply.
Turn on the engine and let the unit run until clear water flows through the cleaning gun.
1. Turn on the water supply.
2. Add fuel if required. Check oil levels in pump and engine before starting.
3. Install the nozzle tip into the cleaning gun.
4. Close the soap valve. (turn fully clockwise)
5. Securely hold the cleaning gun and turn the switch to position 1(pump).
6. The recommended method of cleaning is:
A. Wet entire surface and remove the loose dirt with water only,
B. Turn on the soap by opening the soap valve (turn the handle counterclockwise). NOTE: The
operating pressure of the machine will drop to nearly zero until the soap line is primed.
C. Cover the entire surface to be cleaned with soap/water solution by applying from the bottom
up. Allow the soap to stay on surface four to five minutes.
D. Close the soap valve and wash at high pressure with water only from the top down.
NOTE: Soap will flush from the coil and discharge hose within a minute or two of operation.
E. For hot water washing, turn the switch to position 2 (burner).
CAUTION: If there is a sudden loss
of pressure while washing with hot water, turn the burner off immediately and attempt to locate
the problem while running cold water only. Failure to turn the burner off could cause excessive
temperature and pressure build-up in the heating coil.