CONTENTS Introduction Declaration of Conformity Identification Warranty Terms & Conditions Safe Working Operation Maintenance and Service Technical Information...
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PRIOR TO STARTING ENGINE TURN VALVE TO OPEN POSITION (FIGURE START ENGINE AS PER ENGINE MANUFACTURERS’ INSTRUCTIONS. ONCE UNITERRUPTED FLOW OF WATER IS OBSERVED, TURN VALVE TO CLOSED POSITION (FIGURE 2) PRESSURE WASHER IS THEN READY TO USE AS PER OWNERS’ MANUAL SUPPLIED WITH MACHINE. FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2...
The contents of this Handbook although correct at the time of publication, may be subject to alteration by the manufacturers without notice. TASKMAN operate a policy of continuous product development. Therefore, some illustrations or text within this publication may differ from your machine.
Seddons Plant & Engineers Limited DECLARATION CONFORMITY We: Seddons Plant & Engineers Limited, Of P.O. Box 41, Plodder Lane, Bolton, Lancs, England BL4 0LR declare that the following TASKMAN Pressure Washers:- Models:- PW100PH10/11/12, PW140PH12, PW150PH8/11/12/14, PW170PH13/15 PW170DY15, PW200PH13/15/21, PW200DY15, PW90PH12 Serial Numbers:- 1001-99000 To which this declaration relates, with a maximum net installed power of 6.5Kw.
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We guarantee under the provisions of the above Directive (2000/14/EC) that the Sound Power Levels for these equipment models will not exceed:- PW100PH10 104db PW100PH11 99db PW100PH12 104db PW140PH12 107db PW150PH8 104db PW150PH11 103db PW150PH12 107db PW150PH14 106db PW170PH13 106db PW170PH15 106db PW170DY15 114db PW200PH13 109db...
WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS TASKMAN assures you that if any of the parts identified within the Parts section of this manual become defective due to faulty manufacture or materials within 12 months from the date of purchase, the part will be repaired or replaced under warranty free of charge by any authorised TASKMAN Distributor.
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WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS are used to effect a repair, or if lubricants other than those recommended by TASKMAN and the engine manufacturers are used. The equipment must be serviced and maintained in accordance with the service schedules laid down in this handbook. Evidence that these have been complied with may be required before Warranty claims are reimbursed.
Engine Operators Handbook. Any modifications to the machine will affect its working parameters and reduce built in safety factors. Refer to TASKMAN before fitting any non-standard equipment or parts. TASKMAN accept no responsibility for any modifications made after the machine has left the factory, unless previously agreed in writing.
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SAFE WORKING Always be aware of the Lance Reaction Force when operating this machine. Always know how to stop the machine and bleed the water pressure quickly. Never over reach or stand on unstable supports, keep your footing and balance at all times. Never operate this machine from ladders or step ladders.
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SAFE WORKING Never smoke whilst filling the fuel tank, mop up any fuel spills immediately and in any event before running the engine and allow time for any vapours from the spilled fuel to disperse before starting the engine. Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area, exhaust fumes in enclosed areas can kill.
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SAFE WORKING Many liquids used in this machine are harmful if taken internally or splashed into the eyes. In the event of accidentally swallowing oils or fuels, seek qualified medical assistance and advice. Always dispose of waste oils and fuels into designated waste oil storage tanks.
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SAFE WORKING ELECTRICAL STARTING SYSTEMS (Continued) Never remove any electrical cable while the battery is connected in the circuit. Only disconnect the battery with the engine stopped and all switches in the off position Always ensure that cables are fitted to their correct terminal, a short circuit or reversal of polarity will ruin diodes and transistors.
OPERATION Never commence work until the daily service checks have been carried out. WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION High speed pumps can be fed from mains water tap pressure (POSITIVE PRESSURE) or draw from a tank or sump via suction (NEGATIVE PRESSURE) however if used on suction (NEGATIVE PRESSURE) for prolonged periods premature seal wear is likely to result.
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OPERATION Never commence work until the daily service checks have been carried out. PRIMING THE WATER PUMP Each time the machine is put into operation the water pump will require priming before it will operate correctly. Priming the pump and hoses removes any air which may be trapped in the system and which may affect the correct operation of the pump and prevent the full working pressure from being reached.
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OPERATION Never commence work until the daily service checks have been carried out. LOW PRESSURE CHEMICAL APPLICATION The Low Pressure Chemical Application facility is an optional extra and may/may not be available on the machine. Totally immerse the filter on the chemical suction hose in the chemical solution container, connect the opposite end of the hose to the chemical induction on the water pump.
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OPERATION Never commence work until the daily service checks have been carried out. STARTING THE ENGINE Petrol Driven Units Read the engine operators manual before attempting to start the engine. Connect the inlet/suction hose to a suitable tap or completely immerse the inlet filter in the tank or sump.
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OPERATION gun is operated the EASYSTART valve will close and the water will stop discharging. Each time the trigger gun is closed water will discharge through the EASYSTART valve again. This is a built in safety feature of this unit to avoid overheating the pump and to ease starting.
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OPERATION To avoid damage to the water pump and gearbox (if fitted) never allow the diesel engine to run on idle/tick over speed for prolonged periods of time. MODEL PW200 ONLY As water enters the pump it will discharge through the EASYSTART valve in the pump to atmosphere, this is correct.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE DAILY SERVICE CHECKS Read the engine operators manual for items in addition to those listed below. Check condition of suction and pressure hose and lance. Check suction filter, (if fitted) Check the fuel level. Check condition of air filter element, and clean replace as necessary.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Check all controls for correct operation. Report any faults or missing equipment or damage immediately. WEEKLY SERVICE CHECKS Read the engine operators manual for items in addition to those listed below. All the daily service checks plus check condition of water filter and clean as necessary, the water filter is normally located in the water inlet port of the pressure relief valve, see page 20 to identify the type of filter installed.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE INLET FILTERS-IDENTIFICATION CLEAN OR REPLACE INLET FILTERS FREQUENTLY Filter Type A Filter Type B...
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE FAULT CAUSE REMEDY Inlet Filter blocked or dirty Check & Clean Inlet Filter Pump sucking air Check water supply & Pump running normally but possibility of air ingress. pressure low on installation Valves sticking Check & clean or replace. Unloader valve seat faulty Check &...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION LUBRICANTS Water Pumps SAE10W/30 Engine oil Gearbox SAE90 Gear Oil Engines Yanmar L100 Diesel:- 10W30 or 20W40 API Classification CD Honda Petrol Engines :- 10W30, 10W40, 15W40 API Classification SF or SH...
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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm...
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