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OPERATORS

HANDBOOK

TASKMAN PRESSURE

WASHERS

TASKMAN

PO BOX 41

PLODDER LANE
BOLTON
LANCS
BL4 0LR
Tel: + 44 (0) 845 2304860
Fax: + 44 (0) 1204 854620
www.taskman-uk.co.uk
Issue 6 2013

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Page 1: ...OPERATORS HANDBOOK TASKMAN PRESSURE WASHERS TASKMAN PO BOX 41 PLODDER LANE BOLTON LANCS BL4 0LR Tel 44 0 845 2304860 Fax 44 0 1204 854620 www taskman uk co uk Issue 6 2013 ...

Page 2: ...CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Declaration of Conformity 4 Identification 5 Warranty Terms Conditions 7 Safe Working 12 Operation 18 Maintenance and Service 24 Technical Information ...

Page 3: ...WATER WILL SPRAY FROM THE PUMP UNTIL THE VALVE IS CLOSED PRIOR TO STARTING ENGINE TURN VALVE TO OPEN POSITION FIGURE 1 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 ...

Page 4: ...ay differ from your machine WARNING The operator must read both this handbook and the Engine Operators Handbook and be familiar with all the controls before attempting to operate this machine The contents of this handbook are designed as a guide to the machines controls operation working capacities and maintenance It is not a training manual These are the original Instructions in the English Langu...

Page 5: ...wer of 6 5Kw Having been tested in accordance with the Conformity Assessment Procedure detailed in Annexe V of Directive 2000 14 EC is in conformity with the provisions of the Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Directive 2000 14 EC Representative samples of this equipment was tested and Sound Power Levels Lwa recorded of PW100PH10 102db PW100PH11 97db PW100PH12 101db P...

Page 6: ...lso declare that the above equipment is also in accordance with the following EC Directives 2006 42 EC 2004 108 EC Bolton 15 11 13 P A Goulbourne Place and date of issue Name and signature or equivalent marking of authorised person Director Position The above named person is also responsible for holding the Technical Documentation applicable to the product to which this declaration relates and may...

Page 7: ...IDENTIFICATION 4 PW90PH12 PW100PH11 PW140PH12 PW100PH12 PW140PH12T PW100PH10GC PW170PH15 PW150PH12GC PW200PH13 PW150PH14 PW200PH15 PW200DY15E PW200DY15ES PW200PH21 ...

Page 8: ...sulting directly or indirectly from any defect in the goods Items not covered by Warranty and considered to be the customers responsibility include normal maintenance services replacement of service items and consumables replacement required due to abuse accident misuse or improper operation replacement of wearable items e g hoses lances pins bushes etc All Warranty repairs on the petrol or diesel...

Page 9: ...the service schedules laid down in this handbook Evidence that these have been complied with may be required before Warranty claims are reimbursed TASKMAN have a policy of continuous product improvement and reserve the right to change specifications without notice No responsibility will be accepted for discrepancies which may occur between the specification of machines and the descriptions contain...

Page 10: ... HIGH PRESSURE and as such is potentially dangerous in operation The high pressure water jet must never be directed at any person animal or at any electrical equipment under any circumstances If in doubt as to the suitability of this machine for a particular task refer to TASKMAN Never commence work until the daily service checks have made carried out Always report faults as soon as they are disco...

Page 11: ...uence of alcohol or drugs many forms of medication can cause drowsiness or when tired Never connect the machine to a hot water supply unless it is specifically designed to handle hot water Always observe local Water Authority and Environment Agency Bylaws when connecting this equipment to a mains water supply Always ensure the water supply is clean and free from contaminants Never allow contaminat...

Page 12: ...ith the engine stopped pull the trigger until all pressure is dissipated Never leave the machine unattended with pressure in the water system Always where possible work on or close to engines or machinery when carrying out servicing or any maintenance only when they are stopped if this is not practical remember to keep tools test equipment and all parts of your person well away from moving parts A...

Page 13: ...er ALWAYS wear protective gloves when handling oils and fuels whether topping up draining or refilling Always wash your hands if oils or fuels come into contact with the skin Always store fuels in small quantities in the correct specially designed containers which can be securely fastened Store fuel in a cool well ventilated store away from sources of ignition Always top up the fuel tank at the en...

Page 14: ... and polarity are correct Never flash any connection to check the current flow Never experiment with any adjustments or repairs to the system Always disconnect battery and charge windings before commencing any electric welding when a pole strap earth lead is connected directly or indirectly to the engine Batteries contain sulphuric acid which can cause severe burns if acid is splashed onto the ski...

Page 15: ...mum of 15 Litres 3 3gallons per minute flow rate with a minimum pressure of 2 Bar 30psi is required The inlet supply hose should preferably have an internal bore dimension of 19mm 3 4 the minimum acceptable internal bore dimension is 13mm 1 2 DRAWING FROM A TANK OR SUMP SUCTION NEGATIVE To use the machine to draw from a tank or sump the suction hose assembly should be used The suction hose has an ...

Page 16: ...ion of the pump and prevent the full working pressure from being reached To prime the water pump follow the instructions below Connect up the suction hose if drawing from a tank keep the suction hose as short as possible and never exceed 3 metres Start the engine and run up to 3 4 full speed Hold the trigger gun open until a constant flow of water emerges this can take as long as 30 seconds if aft...

Page 17: ...mical applicator at the end of the Lance anti clockwise when viewed from the trigger gun After a short delay chemical will be automatically dispensed To stop the chemical application turn the chemical applicator at the end of the lance clockwise After a short delay whilst the residue of chemical works its way through the system the chemical flow will turn off completely Two Piece Lance the end of ...

Page 18: ...throttle lever slightly to increase the speed do not fully open the throttle at this stage Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly Do not wrap the starter cord around the hand serious personal injury could be sustained if the engine kicks back or backfires Open the choke as the engine warms up Prime the water pump as described above Open the throttle to the fully o...

Page 19: ...let filter in the tank or sump Turn on the tap Ensure the lance is securely stowed Turn on the fuel tap if fitted Move the governor lever engine stop control to the start position Most small diesel engines are fitted with automatic decompression levers operate the lever as described in the engine operators manual Grasp the starter grip and pull lightly until resistance is felt then return to the n...

Page 20: ... releases any residual pressure in the system automatically when the engine is stopped STOPPING THE ENGINE Petrol Driven Units If the machine has been used to apply chemical ensure it is thoroughly flushed through with clean water before stopping the engine Close the fuel tap and turn the engine switch to off release any residual pressure in the system by pulling the trigger gun In an EMERGENCY tu...

Page 21: ... level plugs dipsticks In the case of sight glasses the oil level is correct when it is halfway up the glass some sight glasses are marked with a red dot to indicate the correct level In the case of level plugs the oil level is correct when the oil is level with the bottom of the threaded hole or if it just begins to trickle out when the plug is removed In the case of dipsticks the correct level w...

Page 22: ...ine pump and gearbox oils Refer to the engine operators manual for the correct grade of engine oil Refer to the Technical Information section later in this manual for the correct grade of pump and gearbox oils EVERY 150 HOURS Read the engine operators manual for items in addition to those listed below Change pump and gearbox oils Refer to the Technical Information section later in this manual for ...

Page 23: ...MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 20 INLET FILTERS IDENTIFICATION CLEAN OR REPLACE INLET FILTERS FREQUENTLY Filter Type A Filter Type B ...

Page 24: ...ter blocked or dirty Air in suction lines Broken or weak suction or delivery valve springs Foreign matter in the valves Worn bearings Excessive temperature of water Check Clean Inlet Filter Check water supply connections in suction line Check replace if required Check clean if required Check replace if required Reduce below 75 centigrade Presence of water in the oil Oil seals worn High Humidity in...

Page 25: ...40PH12T 2000 140 Honda Petrol GX160 12 YES W140 48 640x600x100 PW100PH10GCC PW150PH12GC PW150PH12GCC 1500 100 2250 150 2250 150 Honda Petrol GC135 GC190 GC190 10 12 12 N A AXD2520 TT512C AXD3026 32 34 34 820x530x790 PW150PH14 PW170PH15 PW200PH13 PW170DY15E 2250 150 2450 170 3000 200 2450 170 Honda Petrol GX200 GX270 GX270 Yanmar Diesel L70 14 15 13 15 YES N A N A N A W154 WW961 UH2013 WW961 44 56 ...

Page 26: ...TECHNICAL INFORMATION 23 PW200DY15ES 3000 200 Yanmar Diesel L100 15 YES WS201 148 850x600x100 ...

Page 27: ...INFORMATION 24 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 LUBRICANTS ...

Page 28: ...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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