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Service and Operation Manual 2604 Liberator Dr., Prescott, AZ 86301 1-928-445-3030...
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SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC INSTALLATION January 2016; Rev J PROCEDURES. March 2016; Rev K Printed in USA BE SURE TO FILL OUT THE WARRANTY CARD ONLINE AT WWW.SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC.COM ® RAGE MANUAL PART# 49-057 ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC LIMITED WARRANTY ® Sapphire Scientific RAGE What Does This Warranty Cover? ® This warranty covers the Sapphire Scientific RAGE and is provided to the original purchaser only. How Long Does This Warranty Last? This warranty runs for: ...
Heat Bypass Operation, Shut Down and Daily Maintenance, Freeze Protection. SECTION FOUR: MAINTENANCE and SERVICE 6. MAINTENANCE CHART 7. MAINTENANCE 8. GENERAL SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS 9. TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION FIVE: PARTS and ACCESSORIES 10. ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTINGS 11. ACCESSORIES ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Safety Specifications Installation requirements Fuel requirements Engine oil requirements Chemical requirements Water requirements 2. RECEIVING YOUR TRUCKMOUNT UNIT Dealer responsibility Acceptance of shipment Equipment listing Optional equipment Fuel hook-up kits by vehicle ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
Please follow these out important Warnings and Cautions, DO NOT remove instructions carefully! which must be followed at all times. Failure these decals. to follow warnings could result in personal ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
7. NEVER operate this unit without belt and safety guards. High speed moving parts, such as belts and pulleys, should be avoided while the unit is running. Severe injury, fatality or damage may result. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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14. DO NOT smoke around the machine. Gas other injuries could result if hoses do not meet fumes could accumulate and ignite. Battery these requirements. gases are extremely flammable. This will prevent possible explosions. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Any modification could result in serious injury or fatality. 25. California Proposition 65 Warning: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known by the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
Pressure Pump Hub 130 inch/lbs. 10.8 ft/lbs. JET SIZING SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC recommends that the total floor tool tip size does not exceed ® #6. Using larger jet sizes on your RAGE unit may reduce cleaning temperatures. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE...
Use unleaded fuel ONLY. Use only fresh, clean ENTIRE “Installation” section of this manual. unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating ® Since the RAGE Truck mount unit weighs of 87. Do Not use high octane gasoline. Gasoline (with standard waste tank and hoses) with up to, not exceeding, 10% ethanol is approximately 858 lbs., please adhere to the...
SECTION 1 CHEMICAL REQUIREMENTS ® The SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE Truck mount unit’s unique last step chemical injection system can be used with a wide variety of water diluted chemical compounds, either acidic or alkaline, depending on the work to be performed.
Ford Transit Connect ……... 69-261S Ford Transit 2014+ …………69-671 EQUIPMENT LISTING Nissan NV………………….. 69-376 A SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE MODEL console. Operation and Service manual. Installation mounting plates and bolt down kit. Hose clamps for vacuum and fuel hoses.
Positioning the unit into the vehicle Fastening down the unit and waste tank Dimensional diagrams Installation of fuel lines Trailer fuel tank and fuel line installation Battery Connection Fire extinguisher Console to waste tank connection ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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VEHICLE A. The console and waste tank mounting holes ® Because the SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE will serve as a template. Drill a minimum of six ⁄ weighs approximately 520 lbs., a forklift is in. diameter holes for the console and a ⁄...
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SECTION 2 DIMENSIONAL DIAGRAM REAR MOUNT TANK ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
A, B, and C type fires be NEVER carry gasoline or flammable installed into any commercial vehicle. materials in an enclosed trailer or vehicle. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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SECTION 2 CONSOLE TO WASTE TANK CONNECTION 16-011, HOSE, INT VAC2-7/8 X 36” Waste Tank Vacuum Relief 17-205 HOSE, INT VAC 2-1/2 X 60” Vacuum Inlet 2” ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Chemical pumping system 5. OPERATION Preparation Starting the unit Priming the chemical pump Automatic waste pump Operation Cleaning Upholstery cleaning Flood restoration/extraction Heat bypass operation Shut down and daily maintenance Freeze protection ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
Cold water enters the water box and flows through a float valve, which shuts off the water when the water box is full. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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The vacuum pump also heats incoming air as it is defoamer is recommended. compressed. The hot discharged air is forced down Filter Filter Basket Vacuum Relief Vacuum Pump Heat Exchanger Exhaust Vacuum Inlet ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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This valve may be used to turn Chemical Supply Line Chemical Pump Chemical Prime Line Solution Outlet Manifold Flow Meter Solution Outlet Chemical 3-Way Metering Select Valve Valve ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
DO NOT run this unit in an enclosed ® ® RAGE mobile cleaning unit. The RAGE area. DO NOT operate this unit where the unit is easy to operate, however only trained exhaust may enter a building doorway, operators should proceed.
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NOTE: Never use a waste pump outlet hose as a water inlet hose. Use only clean hoses for water supply. 2. Turn the water supply faucet on. Water will fill the water box. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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#6. Using throughout the cleaning period. ® larger jet sizes on your RAGE unit may reduce DO NOT use an outlet hose that is smaller than cleaning temperatures.
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UPHOLSTERY CLEANING 1. Upholstery tools have a lower flow rate and smaller orifices. It may be necessary to slow the engine down and partially open the bypass valve to maintain proper cleaning. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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3 to 5 replacement is required. minutes. NEVER operate this unit with the filter removed, 6. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. damaged or improperly installed. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Connect all tools and 4. Fill the water box with one gallon of 100% solution hoses that were winterized to the glycol based anti-freeze. solution outlet connection. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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100% anti-freeze. DO NOT drain used anti-freeze on the ground or into storm drains. Dispose of anti-freeze only in an approved location. Observe Local, State and Federal laws when disposing of anti-freeze. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Vacuum Relief Valve Water Pump Drive Belt Solution Outlet Check Valve Chemical Pump Packing Nut Adjustment, Chemical Metering and Selector Valves Pressure Regulator 9. TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Blower / Vacuum Pump Water Pump Chemical System ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
*****Check pulley and hub set screws after first 50 hours of operation, and again at 100 hours of operation. ******Or every 6 Months. Whichever comes first. *******Or Yearly. Whichever comes first. ********Re-tension all belts after first 25 hours then at every 100 hours of operation. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
2. Change the oil after the first 5 to 8 hours of maintenance program will ensure that your ® operation. Thereafter, change oil and oil filter SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE every 50 to 100 hours of operation. optimum performance, long operating life, and a USE ONLY KOHLER OIL FILTERS. USE OF minimum amount of down time.
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500 hours thereafter. Oil Level Oil Drains Sight Gauges NOTE: Two drains are on your vacuum pump. Ensure that BOTH sides of the vacuum pump are filled to their proper level when servicing. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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SECTION 4 Vacuum Pump: DRIVE BELT AND PULLEYS Belt Replacement Procedures for The RAGE: 1) Disconnect the negative battery cable Ensure that when you re-torque the screws, 2) Remove hose from waste tank to vacuum you use a clockwise pattern and continue until pump the proper torque is achieved.
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2. Keep cables, terminals and external surfaces of the battery clean and dry. A buildup of corrosive acid or grime on the external surfaces could cause the battery to self-discharge. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
Note: Improper seating of the check valve seat, poppet, damaged spring or o-rings will result in poor performance of the chemical system. 6. Lubricate the o-rings with o-ring lubricant. (Part # 13-003) and re-install. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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If not, slightly tighten the packing nut. DO NOT over-tighten. Keeping the packing properly adjusted will eliminate possible leaks and will add to the overall life of the valves. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Shutdown the unit. Relieve all pressure from the water system. Remove the cap from the pressure regulator and remove the stem with long nose pliers. Clean and lubricate stem. Reassemble pressure regulator ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
Maintenance Manual. De-scale unit, repair or replace Flow restriction caused by hard damaged plumbing components as water scaling. Excessive heating necessary. Install water softener. Not enough water flow. Check jet size of tool. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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TROUBLESHOOTING: BLOWER / VACUUM PUMP PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Adjust throttle to set desired vacuum Improper throttle adjustment. pressure. Excessive Vacuum Vacuum relief valve requires Readjust the vacuum relief valve to 13”Hg adjustment. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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De-scale unit and install a water pressure gauge reads normal. softener, if necessary. Examine the check valve, remove any Outlet check valve is plugged debris Cleaning tool valve is Repair or replace valve. malfunctioning. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Debris clogging water lines or Clean or replace as needed. water inlet disconnect. Belts loose or broken Re-tension or replace as needed. Loss of pump prime Manually prime water pump. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Measure the pump volume. If the pump volume is less than normal, refer Defective cylinder in the water to “Loss of Pump Volume” in the pump. Troubleshooting section in this manual. ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
2003 Chevy and GMC Full Size Van Fuel Line Install ......... 64 1997-2002 Dodge Full Size Van Fuel Line Install ......... 65 Fuel Line Bulkhead Installation..............66 Fuel Pump Assembly Installation..............67 Fuel Supply and Return Line Installation............68 ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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QUICK COUPLING, 3/8 F X 3/8 FNPT BRASS 21-434 FTTG, 3/8 FP X 1/2 BARB BRASS 21-007 FTTG, BRB 1/8 P X 5/16 H BR 21-001 CONN, 1/8 P X 1/4 T BR ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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21-090 ELL, 1/8 FNPT X 1/8 FNPT BRASS 21-051 ELL, 1/4P X 1/4T 45 DEG BRASS 21-011 ELL, 1/8 NPT X 1/4 POLY BRASS 21-001 CONN, 1/8 P X 1/4 T BR ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV J...
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SCREW, FULL DOG SET 1/4-20 X 1/2 BLK 51-042 AIR WHEEL, MOLDED 12-017 WASHER, FLAT 5/16 SAE ZINC 11-029 NUT, 5/16-18 NYLOK 51-043 COVER, AIR WHEEL 10-146 SCREW, 8-32 X .375 PHP F THREAD CUTTING ZP ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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21-032 FTTG, BRB 1/2 P X 3/4 H BRASS.SLDPRT 21-025 CAP, 5 IN WATER BOX_TANK BLACK 21-001 CONN, 1/8P X 1/4T BR 20-014 STRAINER, SUC END1/2FP 40 MESH 11-001 NUT, 1/4-20 SS ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
BOLT, TAP 5/16-18 X 2-1/2 HXHD Z 10-068 BOLT, TAP ¼-20 X 2-1/2 11-013 LKNUT, ¼-20 NYLOK 11-029 NUT, 5/16-18 NYLOK 12-017 WASHER, FLAT 5/16 SAE ZINC 12-012 WASHER, FLAT ¼ USS ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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FTTG, BRB 1/8P X 5/16 H BR 21-006 FTTG, BRB 1/4P X 5//16H BR 18-028 HOSE, 3/16 X 25 (1/8P X 1/8P NO COVER) 14-011 CLAMP, HOSE FUEL # 6 14-000 CLAMP, HOSE #12 ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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ELL,1/4 IN LG STREET BRASS 21-086 FTTG, BULKHEAD 1/4 IN BRASS 21-116 ELL, 1/8 FP X 1/8 FP BRONZE 66-030 ADAPTOR,FUEL NECK(CHEVY) 18-027 HOSE, 3/16 X 5 (1/8P X 1/8P NO CVR) ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV E...
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ELL, STREET 1/8 IN BRASS 21-007 FTTG, BRB 1/8P X 5/16 H BR 21-039 ELL,1/4 IN LG STREET BRASS 21-006 FTTG, BRB 1/4P X 5//16H BR 21-086 FTTG, BULKHEAD 1/4 IN BRASS ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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FTTG, BRB 1/8P X 5/16 H BR 18-028 HOSE, 3/16 X 25 (1/8P X 1/8P NO COVER) 21-086 FTTG, BULKHEAD 1/4 IN BRASS 21-006 FTTG, BRB 1/4P X 5//16H BR 21-039 ELL,1/4 IN LG STREET BRASS ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Inside the vehicle, attach the hose barb fitting and connect the fuel line from the console. Drill a 1/2 inch hole nearby the bulkhead fitting for the fuel pump electrical extension harness to pass through. Figure 1. Fuel Line Bulkhead Assembly ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Remove the housing lid from the fuel pump assembly. Use the supplied Tek screws to install the lid of the fuel pump housing to the vehicle. Figure 2. Fuel Pump Assembly Detail ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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Connect the electrical extension harness to the fuel pump harness, running the other end up through a hole in the floor of the vehicle, connecting to the console harness. Figure 4. Vehicle Underside Fuel Line Installation ® SAPPHIRE SCIENTIFIC RAGE PART# 49-057 REV K...
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