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Ramteq BVE Series Operator's Manual

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BVE SERIES
Electric Motor / Diesel fired
R E A D
T H I S
M A N U A L
This manual contains important information for the use and safe operation of
your RAMTEQ
machine. FAILURE TO READ THIS MANUAL AND
®
FOLLOW ITS INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO OPERATING OR ATTEMPTING
ANY SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHER PERSONS; ALSO
DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE OR TO OTHER PROPERTY.
RAMTEQ
®
14275 northwest freeway
houston, tX 77040
phone: 713.983.6000
faX: 713.983.6405
300-00002-01 11/05

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  • Page 1 ’ perator anual BVE SERIES Electric Motor / Diesel fired R E A D T H I S M A N U A L This manual contains important information for the use and safe operation of your RAMTEQ machine. FAILURE TO READ THIS MANUAL AND ®...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Remove the pressure washer from the pallet and check for any physical damages that may have occurred during shipment. Check for all parts specified and shown below. IncludEd PARTs • Pallet • Packing Material Outer Box • BVE Series Machine • Operator’s Manual • Wand / Trigger Gun • Nozzles º º º...

  • Page 3: S Ection 1 O Perator

     DO NOT remove hoses, guns, nozzles or any components while this machine is still hot or while it is running.  DO NOT attempt to service this machine before reading the service manual.  DO NOT use water with a temperature over 140 degrees Fahrenheit  DO NOT use any electrical outlet that is not properly grounded or does not comply with all federal, state, and local laws and/or electrical codes  DO NOT put diesel fuel in to a gasoline tank or gasoline into a diesel tank. Observe correct markings on fuel tanks before filling.  DO NOT operate this machine without knowing how to stop and bleed water pressures. Know all controls before using this machine.  DO NOT spray caustic, acids or abrasive fluids through this machine.  DO NOT permit water to freeze inside this machine. Pump and plumbing damage may occur.  Use only recommended RAMTEQ parts when servicing this machine.  RAMTEQ will not be held liable for any unauthorized modifications made to this machine. Any such action will void the warranty. RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05  ...

  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

     washing from bottom up increases dwell time of soap and lessens vertical streaks.  Turn soap metering valve “OFF” to purge system of soap  Rinsing with cold water from top down will retard detergent reaction which will enhance the rinsing performance.  wash at 30 to 60 degree angles to prevent splashback. STOPPING THE MACHINE  Turn burner switch to “OFF”. Allow water to discharge for a few minutes while cooling down.  Turn pump switch to "OFF".  Disconnect water source.  Pull gun trigger to release water pressure from system.  Disconnect wand & gun assembly.  wind up pressure hose on hose reel. RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...

  • Page 5: Maintenance Instructions

    PuMP MAInTEnAncE Fill crankcase to dot on oil gauge window per specifications with the specific oil created by the pump  manufacturer (i.e. General Pump Oil). Ensure the right oil for specific pump as it may vary. Change oil after 40 Hour Break-in Period.  Change oil every Three Months or at 500 Hour Intervals thereafter.  RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05   ...

  • Page 6: Electrode Settings

    � IF blAcK OR WhITE sMOKE vEnTs FROM EXhAusT PORT uPOn sTARTInG EQuIPMEnT, dIscOnTInuE usE And AdjusT AIR bAnds bEFORE REsTARTInG. W ARNING OIl buRnER AIR bAnd AdjusTMEnT RAMTEQ sets oil burners at sea level. Air bands may need adjustment at higher elevations to offer ® enhanced performance of the burner and extended life of the machine. Adjustment of burner is done with pump motor and thermostat  set to maximum. Loosen locking screw on air band, then close band until black smoke vents up exhaust vent. Take careful note...
  • Page 7 20 180-00006-01 Plate, Power 567-00001-01 Grommet, Nozzle Holder 584-00003-11 Pulley, 2BK50H (BVE 500,600) 584-00002-09 Pulley, 2BK80H (BVE 500,600) 586-00004-04 Belt, BX36 (BVE 500,600) 516-00002-03 Bushing, SP , Split Taper, H 1-1/8” (BVE 500,600) 516-00002-01 Bushing, SP , Split Taper, H-24mm (BVE 500,600,750,1000) 584-00002-08 Pulley, 2BK45H (BVE 750) 584-00002-09 Pulley, 2BK80H (BVE 750) 586-00004-04 Belt, BX36 (BVE 750) 516-00002-04 Bushing, SP Split Taper, H 1-3/8” (BVE 500,750,1000) 584-00002-04 Pulley, 2BK57H (BVE 1000) 584-00002-06 Pulley, 2BK70H (BVE 1000) 586-00004-04 Belt, BX36 (BVE 1000) RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...

  • Page 8: Hose, Wand & Gun

    # Description Qty. 221-00002-01 Check Valve Assembly Kit #1 (All BVE Series) 221-00018-01 Oil Seal Kit #2 (All BVE Series) 221-00019-01 Oil Ring and Valve Cap Kit # 4 (T1011) 221-00026-01 Oil Ring and Valve Cap Kit #5 (T2011)

  • Page 9: B Urner A Ssembly

    Control Box 305-00006-01 Label,Control Box Small 571-00002-01 Hour Meter 450-00001-01 Pump/Burner Switch On/Off 573-00001-01 Thermostat Assembly 505-00001-01 1/4 -20 Bolt 508-00002-02 Tinnerman RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...
  • Page 10 1/2 NPTM X 3/8 NPTF ELBOW, BRASS #4 FLARE X 3/8 NPTM SWIVEL, HOSE END HOSE END, SWIVEL #8 JIC SWIVEL X 1/2 BARB #4 JIC FEMALE X 1/4 BARB RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05 ...
  • Page 11 1/2 NPTM X 3/8 NPTF ELBOW, BRASS #4 FLARE X 3/8 NPTM SWIVEL, HOSE END HOSE END, SWIVEL #8 JIC SWIVEL X 1/2 BARB #4 JIC FEMALE X 1/4 BARB RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05 ...
  • Page 12 1Ph UNITS H4 H2 H3 H1 Wiring Effective: ORANGE 10/13/2004 BLUE ELEC BOX ELEC BOX LOCATED LOCATED BELOW DECK BELOW DECK Pump Motor RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...
  • Page 13 1Ph UNITS H4 H2 H3 H1 Wiring Effective: 9/27/2005 BLUE ORANGE ELEC BOX PART OF CABLE "A" LOCATED BELOW DECK Pump Motor RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...
  • Page 14 10/13/2004 ORANGE BLUE ELEC BOX ELEC BOX LOCATED LOCATED BELOW DECK BELOW DECK Pump Motor RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05     1 4 2 7 5 N W F R E E WAY P H O N E : 7 1 3 . 9 8 3 . 6 0 0 0...
  • Page 15 H4 H2 H3 H1 Wiring Effective: Motor Contactor ORANGE w/ thermal overload protection 10/13/2004 BLUE ELEC BOX LOCATED BELOW DECK Pump Motor RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...
  • Page 16 Wiring Effective: w/ thermal overload protection 10/13/2004 ELEC BOX ELEC BOX LOCATED LOCATED PART OF CABLE "A" BELOW DECK BELOW DECK Pump Motor RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...
  • Page 17 Wiring Effective: 2/22/2006 Motor Contactor w/ thermal overload protection BLUE ELEC BOX ELEC BOX LOCATED LOCATED BELOW DECK BELOW DECK Pump Motor RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Replace ceramics Oil Dripping Oil seal worn Check and replace oil seals Cracked manifold Replace manifold Fluctuating Pressure Unloader not adjusted Adjust to specifications Valves worn Replace with valve kit Dirt or blockage in valves Clean or replace valve Pump sucking air Check water/detergent supply worn plunger packing Replace packing kit Pump Head Overheating Extended period in bypass Pull trigger gun for water flow RAMTEQ ® 14275 northwest freeway houston, tX 77040 phone: 713.983.6000 faX: 713.983.6405 300-00002-01 11/05    ...

  • Page 19: Warranty

    Ramteq Incorporated ("RAMTEQ") warrants that the Product you have purchased from RAMTEQ or from an Authorized RAMTEQ Reseller is free from defects in materials or workmanship under normal use for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. This warranty extends only to you, the original Purchaser. It is not transfer- able to anyone who subsequently purchases the Products from you.
  • Page 20 Manufacturers Warranty Period Click on pictures to open manufacturers website. 5 years 5 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 18 months 18/36 months 1 year Ramteq Pressure Washers 14275 NORTHWEST FREEWAY HOUSTON, TX 77040 PHONE: 713.983.6000 FAX: 713.983.6405 1/13...

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