Jetwave Raptor, Manual

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RAPTOR MANUAL - HIGH PRESSURE CLEANER
The machine serial number is located on the frame. The
first 4 digits indicate the year and month of manufacture
respectively.
NOTICE This machine is made to high pressure water
clean. If properly used it should not damage a surfaces that
is in good condition and properly designed, constructed
and maintained. If the surface is in poor condition or not
properly designed, constructed or maintained, the water
cleaning process may not be effective or could cause
damage to the surface. The best way to determine the
condition of a surface before cleaning is through visual
inspection.
Improper use of this pressure cleaner can damage the unit
and the surface. This machine may not clear all substrate
debris.
Machine Assembly
WARNING
To prevent serious injury during use and prevent
machine damage, follow these procedures for proper
assembly.
Engine Oil
NOTICE The unit is shipped with oil in the engine.
Operating the engine with low or no oil will result in engine
failure. See supplied engine operator’s manual for specific
information on checking oil, adding oil and oil selection.
Pump
The unit is shipped with oil in the pump.
Check oil level (ensure half way on sight-glasses) per
Maintenance section.
Wheels
Typically the unit is boxed and shipped without wheels
assembled. Wheels, Axle & Locking Collar are found within
the box. To assemble the wheels, slide axle through axle
location hole, slide wheels on each side find centerline and
proceed to install locking collar each side with 4mm Allen
key tool.
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your pressure cleaner and
correct any problems to reduce the risk of serious
injury from high pressure water and other causes and
prevent unit damage.
Always wear appropriate safety equipment, when
inspecting your unit.
1. Make sure that the engine switch is in the OFF position.
2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equipment,
including the handles and controls. This aids inspection
and helps prevent the machine or control from slipping
from your grip.
3. Inspect the high pressure cleaner and accessories for
the following:
• Proper assembly and completeness.
• Broken, worn, missing, misaligned, binding or loose
parts.
• Presence and readability of the warning labels.
(See Figure 4.)
• Any other condition which may prevent the safe
and normal operation.
If any problems are found, do not use the unit until the
problems are corrected.
Figure.4 - Raptor Warning Labels
Clean water filter (Figure 5). Unscrew the brass nut from
the filter and remove and clean the mesh filter. Dirt and
debris can restrict the water flow to the pump and cause
performance issues.