OPERATION
Foreword
Thank you for purchasing the
Hydraflex Hold Cleaner.
This manual contains the necessary
maintenance information for you to
ensure proper operation and care for
your machine.
It is essential for you to read
through
these
manuals
thoroughly.
In the unlikely event that you
experience
problems
with
your
Hydraflex, please do not hesitate to
contact your local dealer or agent.
We always welcome feedback and
comments
from
our
valued
customers.
General Information
Bef ore op erating, pe rf orm ing
maintenance or repairing the
Hydraflex Hold Cleaner this manual
must be read and understood by the
operator, if in any doubt, ask your
supervisor before using this
equipment.
Local safety regulations must be
followed at all times. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in
damage to the Hydraflex Hold
Cleaner and/or personal injury.
Trelawny SPT Limited disclaims all
responsibility for damage to persons
or objects arising as a consequence
of incorrect handling of the machine,
failure to inspect the machine for
damage or other faults that may
influence the operation prior to
starting work, or failure to follow the
safety regulations listed or applicable
to the job site.
The tool is primarily designed for the
cleaning/washing of ships cargo
holds; it produces a powerful jet of
water, which can also remove flaking
rust and paint.
Operators should be familiar with the
data given in the specification
section.
Please keep these instructions in a
safe and accessible place.
Safety
Do
wear Personal Protective
Equipm ent includ ing saf et y
goggles, footwear, ear defenders
and gloves. In some environments
it will be necessary to wear
facemasks or breathing apparatus.
Do
be aware that this tool is not
electrically
insulated.
Do
be aware that this tool can
create flying debris.
Do
be aware of others working
around you.
Do
store this tool in a secure and
dry place.
Always observe safe working
practices
and
local
safety
regulations at all times.
Never
aim the Hydraflex hold
cleaner at any person, this
equipment produces a very
powerful jet of water and can
cause serious injury if misused.
Do not
operate the Hydraflex,
unless it is securely fixed to its
tripod and situated on a flat
surface.
Do not
modify this tool in any way,
as this will invalidate the warranty
and could lead to serious injury.
Do not
drag this tool by the water
or air hose.
Please note
: Unrestrained air and
water hoses can whip if they
become detached.
Water Supply
Ensure that a minimum 51mm
(2.0”) bore water hose is used and
that all couplings are secure, leak
free and in good condition.
The
recommended
water
pressure is 5.9 bar (85p.s.i.).
Air Supply
Ensure that a minimum 19mm (3/4”)
bore air hose is used and that all
couplings are secure, leak free and
in good condition.
Limit the length of air hose to 30M
(100ft). Where extra length is
necessary, for each additional 15M
(50ft) of air hose used, the pressure
drop
is
approximately
0.21bar
(3psi).
Recommended air pressure is
6.9bar (100 psi).
Do not let the operating pressure fall
below 6.2bar (90p.s.i.) or rise above
7.6bar (110 psi)
Preferably, the compressor should
be able to supply a minimum of 47.2
L/s (100cfm) free air.
Starting Work
Prior to operating the tool check: -
That all fittings are secure, free from
leaks and air hoses are in good
condition.
That the air pressure is correct for
this tool 6.9 bar (100 psi).
That the water pressure is correct
for this tool 5.9 bar (85psi).
Safe use of this tool requires that the
operator adopt a solid stance and
secure foothold.
Gloves and personal protective
equipment
must
be worn when
using this tool.
Care must be taken to avoid
damaging or tripping over the air or
water hose.
Erect the tripod and spread the
tripods legs fully, ensure that the
tripod is placed in a stable position.
Remove the safety pin from the
swivel pin and remove the swivel pin
from the tripod, attach the Hydraflex
to the tripod securing it with the
swivel pin, replace the safety pin.
