Jetwave Raptor, Manual

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RAPTOR MANUAL - HIGH PRESSURE CLEANER
Water Supply
Run a hose from the water source to the unit water inlet.
Use the largest diameter, shortest length hose possible. A
3/4” I.D. Inlet hose is the minimum recommended size. An
appropriate backflow prevention device should be used to
comply with all local codes and ordinances.
Dirt and debris in the water supply can cause excess pump
wear, clog the unit filter, nozzles and reduce performance.
Do not use water from ponds, lakes or other sources that
may be contaminated.
Warm water can be used for improved cleaning. Do not
use water hotter than 60°C. When using warm water, use
appropriate personal protective equipment to reduce the
risk of burns.
When using in cold weather, use precautions to prevent
water from freezing in the pump. This can damage the
pump.
Hose Set-Up
Use care when routing hoses. Routing hoses over rough
surfaces, sharp edges, crossing hoses, etc. can damage
the hose jacket. Keeping the unit hose on the reel(s) will
help to minimize hose damage.
Operating Instructions
CAUTION
Always wear eye protection to protect your eyes
against dirt and other foreign objects. Always wear
appropriate personal protective equipment for the
work environment.
Never operate the unit without the hose attached to
a spray gun. Hose can whip, causing striking injuries
and spray can penetrate skin and cause serious
injury.
High pressure fluid can inject under skin resulting
in serious injury, including amputation. do not
direct spray at people or animals. do not operate
jetter above pressure rating or 60°C (inlet water
temperature). This increases the risk of injury,
including burns, and damage to the unit. One person
must control the unit process and water flow.
Always use appropriate personal protective
equipment while handling and using high pressure
cleaning equipment. Appropriate personal protective
equipment always includes safety glasses and
gloves, and may also include equipment such as latex
or rubber gloves, face shields, goggles, protective
clothing, respirators, and steel toed footwear.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the risk of
injury from whipping hoses, high pressure liquid
injection, carbon monoxide and other causes.
1. Make sure that machine and work area is properly set
up and that the work area is free of bystanders and
other distractions. If the unit is located remotely from
the point of use, another person should be located at
the unit.
2. Attach the gun to the high pressure hose via coupling
system.
3. Attach the hose to the high pressure pump/valve
outlet.
4. Confirm that the water supply is attached and turned
on to low pressure pump inlet. Never start the engine
without the water supply turned ON. This can damage
the pump.
5. Wash Wand Lock Out – the wash wand includes a lock
out on the back of the trigger. Flip the lock out down
to prevent the operation of the trigger when the wash
wand is not in use.
6. With the wand pointed in a safe direction, squeeze the
wash wand trigger to reduce pressure and allow the
engine to be started. Following the starting instructions
supplied in the engine manual, start the engine. Set