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Mi-T-M CM-1400-0MEC Operation Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
CM-1400-0MEC
COLD WATER ELECTRICAL
PRESSURE WASHER
CAUTION
RISK OF INJURY! READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING! THIS MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT PART
OF THE PRESSURE WASHER AND MUST REMAIN WITH
THIS UNIT!
Copyright 2018, Mi-T-M
Form #37-1449-E/F/S-082718
©
Operator's Manual
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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL CM-1400-0MEC COLD WATER ELECTRICAL PRESSURE WASHER CAUTION RISK OF INJURY! READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING! THIS MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE PRESSURE WASHER AND MUST REMAIN WITH THIS UNIT! Copyright 2018, Mi-T-M Form #37-1449-E/F/S-082718 © Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Introduction THANK YOU for purchasing this product. The SERIAL NUMBER is located in the Specification or Identification Numbers section. Accurately record all the READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate numbers to help in tracing the machine should it be stolen. and service your machine correctly.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Safety ................ 5 Safety Signs ............. 9 Controls ..............12 Preparing the Washer ..........13 Operating the Washer ..........17 Troubleshooting ............. 23 Service ..............25 Storage ..............27 Specifications ............28 Accessories ............29-30 Warranty ..............31 All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication.

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS A signal word--DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION--is used with the safety-alert symbol.
  • Page 5 PROTECT AGAINST HIGH PRESSURE SPRAY Spray from high pressure nozzles can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury. Keep spray from contacting hands or body. If an accident does occur and the spray appears to have penetrated the skin, SEEK EMERGENCY M E D I C A L C A R E .
  • Page 6 EXTENSION CORDS Extension cords are not recommended for use on this pressure washer. If the use of an extension cord is unavoidable, it must be plugged into a GFCI found in circuit boxes or protected receptacles. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole cord connectors that accept the plug from the washer.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read this operator’s manual completely. When using this product, the following basic precautions should always be followed: 1. Read all the instructions before using the product. 2. This product is equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in the power cord to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
  • Page 8 PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital and fire department near your telephone. Be prepared if a fire starts. INSPECT HIGH PRESSURE WASHER Be sure all covers, guards and shields are in place. Locate all operating controls and safety labels.

  • Page 9: Safety Signs

    SAFETY SIGNS WARNING ADVERTENCIA RIESGO DE ELECTROCUCION. NO QUITE ESTA ETIQUETA. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION. DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG. 1. Conecte solamente a una toma corriente que está bien fundado. No quite 1. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. Do not la pata de conexión de la tierra.
  • Page 10 CAUTION PRECAUCION 1. To reduce the risk 1. Lea cuidadosamente of injury, read el manual del operator's manual operador antes de carefully before usar. using. 2. El revolver rociadora 2. Spray gun can kick puede retroceder back. Hold with violentemente. both hands.
  • Page 11 WARNING ADVERTISSEMENT RISQUE D' ÉLECTROCUTION NE PAS ENLEVER CETTE ÉTIQUETTE •Brancher seulement á une prise correctement mise á la terre. Ne pas enlever la broche de mise á la terre. •Vérifier le cordon avant l'utilisation. Ne pas utiliser le cordon s' il est endommage.

  • Page 12: Controls

    Controls CONTROLS A--On/Off Switch D--Water Inlet Fitting G--Detergent Hose J--Gun B--Handle E--Power Cord H--Nozzle Wand K--Discharge Hose C--High Pressure Outlet F--Ground Fault Circuit I--Gun Trigger Interrupter Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Preparing The Washer

    Preparing the Washer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, connect the washer to a properly grounded electrical receptacle. Do not use an adapter or remove third (ground) prong. Make certain the connection between the washer power cord and receptacle is kept dry. The following electrical requirements must be met: 1.
  • Page 14 Preparing the Washer INLET WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 1. Inlet water supply must be a minimum of 20 PSI (1.4 bar). Attempting to operate the washer with less than adequate water supply will cause rapid wear of packings, valves and bearings that will dramatically shorten pump life.
  • Page 15 Preparing the Washer CHECK PUMP OIL 1. Remove shipping plug and install vented plug (A) on pump. 2. Check oil in pump. With washer on level surface, the oil should be 1/2 full, at the center of sight glass (B). If necessary, add SAE30W non-detergent oil, so level is 1/2 full, at center of sight glass.
  • Page 16 Preparing the Washer CONNECT HOSES AND PRIME PUMP 1. Hose washer with screen (A) is already attached into end of brass hose coupler. NOTE: Conical screen in washer (A) should protrude out of coupler and into flow from inlet hose. IMPORTANT: If washer is to be connected to a well water system, use 851-0207 water inlet filter (A).

  • Page 17: Operating The Washer

    Operating the Washer STARTING MOTOR IMPORTANT: To prevent possible pump damage, do not allow washer pump to run in bypass (with gun trigger released) for longer than 3 minutes. The washer ON/OFF switch (A) is a rocker switch that includes a circuit breaker for protection against motor electrical overload.Move the ON/OFF switch to the “ON”...
  • Page 18 Operating the Washer 0° NOZZLE-RED This nozzle is a blasting nozzle, delivering a concentrated stream of water. IMPORTANT: Care must be used to avoid gouging wood or damaging fragile surfaces. Recommended uses are as follows: -Removing stains from concrete, masonry, aluminum and steel.
  • Page 19 Operating the Washer CLEANING HORIZONTAL SURFACES Move nozzle wand from side to side. Direct spray at an angle to force debris ahead and away from the cleared area. 8" - 10" (20-25 cm) Depending on the material to be removed and nozzle pressure, hold nozzle end 8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm) from the surface and use slow, overlapping strokes.
  • Page 20 Operating the Washer CLEANING RADIATOR FINS IMPORTANT: Some engine and radiator manufacturers may not permit cleaning radiators with a high pressure washer. See equipment Operator’s Manual. 1. Use clean water without detergent. IMPORTANT: Spray straight into the radiator to prevent bending fins.
  • Page 21 Operating the Washer CLEANING WITH DETERGENTS Refer to “Detergent Cleaning Precautions” before working with detergents. Be certain to wear protective safety attire. Prepare detergent solution according to label directions. Never pump acids, alkaline, abrasive fluids or solvents through the unit. 1.
  • Page 22 Operating the Washer SHUTDOWN IMPORTANT: Shutdown procedures should be followed at the end of each cleaning operation. 1. If a detergent was used, place detergent inlet strainer in CLEAN water and operate trigger to spray water for a period of three minutes. This will flush the system of detergents and help prevent the detergent valve from sticking or corrosion.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution No discharge at nozzle when trig- Inadequate water supply. Ensure hose is 3/4” (19.05mm) di- ger mechanism is squeezed. ameter and incoming water supply is turned on. Low or fluctuating pressure. Kink in water inlet hose. Remove kink.
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Motor Shuts Off - GFCI Trips. Power interruption. Reset GFCI. If problem continues, contact your customer service or have electrical system checked by a qualified electrician. Electrical short in power cord or in Reset GFCI. Try again. If problem washer.

  • Page 25: Service

    Service CLEANING INLET WATER CAUTION: Disconnect power cord from electrical receptacle before cleaning inlet screen. IMPORTANT: Do not operate washer with water inlet screen removed. Foreign material may enter and damage pump or valves. Inspect the water inlet screen (A) (inside brass fitting) periodically for buildup of scale, grit and dirt.
  • Page 26 Service CHECKING WATER PUMP OIL LEVEL IMPORTANT: If oil is white or foaming, water is in the oil reservoir. Change oil. NOTE: Water in oil occurs as a result of spray or condensation. Milky oil is not indicative of a pump malfunction.

  • Page 27: Storage

    Storage Service STORING WASHER IMPORTANT: Protect washer from freezing tempera- tures. If unit will experience freezing conditions, pump must be filled with antifreeze to prevent cracking of pump manifold and unloader valve due to water expansion. Draining alone will not remove all the water.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    Specifications SPECIFICATIONS ITEM SPECIFICATION Water Pump ..............1.50 GPM (5.68 L/min) 1400 PSI (96 Bar) (9652 kPa) at pump Electric Motor ..............120 volts, 13.5 amps, single phase, 60 Hertz, 1.5 HP, 1725 RPM, thermal-protected manual reset. Electrical Power Requirements ........Voltage at power supply with washer running must be greater than 108 VAC.

  • Page 29: Accessories

    Accessories HIGH PRESSURE HOSE: 15-0277 IMPORTANT: DO NOT use more than 1 extension hose. The higher restriction will cause unloader valve to function all the time. One additional pressure hose may be connected to the existing hose. This allows the operator to move around a greater distance without moving unit.
  • Page 30 Accessories ROTATING BRUSH: 50-0179 Water pressure and low act against gears to turn the brushes. When used with the detergent system, the brush scrubs the dirt away. ROTATING NOZZLE W/LANCE: 18-0369 - 1.20 mm 18-0370 - 1.25 mm 18-0371 - 1.40 mm The rotating high pressure nozzle provides a rotating 0°...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    STATEMENT OF WARRANTY The manufacturer warrants all parts, (except those referred to below), of your new pressure washer to be free from defects in materials and workmanship during the following periods: For One (1) Year from the date of original purchase: High Pressure Pump Regulating Valve GFCI...
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