Prochem APEX GTX 1.001-139.0, Operating Instructions Manual

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Operations
4. Engine High Temperature / Low Oil Pressure
Shutdown Indicator
This light when activated signals an engine over heat
or a low oil pressure condition. When this occurs,
troubleshooting is required.
5. Solution Pressure Gauge
This gauge registers the amount of pressure in the
system.
6. Solution Temperature Gauge
This gauge measures the temperature of the cleaning
solution as it exits the machine.
7. Waste Pumpout
This switch actuates the optional waste pumpout.
8. Solution Pump Switch
This switch serves to energize the magnetic clutch to
turn the solution pump on or off. Turn clockwise for
activating the pump and counter clockwise for deacti-
vating the pump.
9. Throttle
The throttle is used to set the speed of the engine
(rpm). The engine speed (rpm) may be increased by
releasing the collar lock, pushing in the red button on
the end of the handle, and pulling the handle straight
out. Engine speed may be changed in smaller incre-
ments by rotating the throttle handle clockwise or
counter-clockwise. The collar lock can be tightened to
prevent the throttle from slipping and changing the
engine speed.
10. Circuit Breakers
These serve to protect the circuits from electrical spikes
and over loads and protects wires from damage and
fire.
11. Hour Meter
The hour meter records the number of hours the unit
has run. This serves as a time recorder for servicing
the machine.
12. Ignition Switch
The ignition switch controls the power for the machine.
To turn the machine on, rotate the key counterclock-
wise to energize the glow plugs and hold. This will illu-
minate the green glow plug lamp. When the glow plug
lamp goes out the engine is ready to start. Turn
solution pump switch counterclockwise to override and
hold. Turn key clockwise until engine starts and
release. Wait 5 seconds then release override switch.
To stop engine rotate key to OFF position.
13. Auxiliary Water Tank Pump Switch
The auxiliary water tank pump switch is used to actuate
an optional fresh water demand pump.
14. Vacuum Gauge
This gauge indicates in inches of mercury how much
vacuum the system is producing at any given time.
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