SECTION
3
BLUE
LINE THERMALWAVE
®
5M
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wastewater in your vehicle when returning
hoses.
3. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the pre-
filter box.
4. Turn the throttle control switch to the
IDLE
position.
5. Turn the thermostat down to 50 deg. F.
6. Allow the unit to run for at least
2 minutes
or until the water temperature is at or below
180 deg. F. This will also remove any
moisture from the vacuum pump.
NOTE:
If shutting down for the day: Plug the
vacuum inlets on the pre-filter box and set the
throttle switch to
dual wand
. Spray WD-40
(or equivalent) into the
blower lubrication
cup,
located on the front of the console for
5
seconds
. This will lubricate the vacuum
pump. Next, return the throttle control switch
to
IDLE
position
,
and continue step 4.
7. Turn the ignition switch to the
OFF
position.
8. Turn the water supply faucet off. Loosen
the water supply hose at the water supply to
bleed off the pressure. Unhook the water
supply hose and return it to the vehicle.
9. Activate the valves on all cleaning tools.
This will relieve any remaining pressure.
Disconnect the cleaning tools and solution
hoses and return them to the vehicle.
10. Drain the waste tank, disposing of
wastewater in a suitable and proper location.
!
NEVER dispose of wastewater in a storm
drain, water way or on ground areas.
Always dispose of waste in accordance with
Local, State, and Federal laws.
11. Remove the strainer basket from the pre-
filter box. Clean out any debris and re-install.
NOTE: Damage may occur to the vacuum
pump.
Replacement and maintenance of the filter(s)
will
prevent rust
and corrosion from entering
the vacuum pump.
12. Inspect the vacuum inlet filter(s) inside the
waste tank
weekly
. Remove and clean the
filter(s) if there is any lint or debris present.
NOTE:
To remove the vacuum inlet filter(s),
grip the plastic hexagon section of the filter(s).
Gripping the filter(s) by the screen will
collapse or destroy the filter(s). Replace the
filter(s) after cleaning until hand tight.
NEVER operate this unit with the filter(s)
removed, damaged or improperly installed.
13. At the end of the work day, rinse out the
pre-filter box and the waste tank with fresh
water. A deodorizer may be added to prevent
bacterial growth.
14. Clean the vehicle interior, unit, tools,
hoses etc., as needed. Inspect
ALL
equipment
and accessories for any damage, leaks, wear,
etc.
FREEZE PROTECTION
!
If the unit is exposed to freezing weather
conditions, the water inside of the unit may
freeze, resulting in SERIOUS DAMAGE to
