Summary of Contents for IDROBASE Stella 1000-100/11
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Operator’s Manual From serial number 1121001 onwards Distributed by Australian Pump Industries (02) 8865 3500...
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FAST GUIDE FOR CORRECT USE OF AUSSIE STELLA HOT WATER PRESSURE CLEANER Refer to User Manual for guidance on all safety precautions to be taken when using hot water pressure cleaners and for full set of instructions. ELECTRICAL SUPPLY The power supply must correspond to the rating of the hot water machine. The hot water machine must be earthed and be used with a circuit breaker.
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INDEX 1 Application pag. 1-1 General warning pag. 1-2 Dataplate with “CE” mark pag. 1-3 Warranty pag. 1-4 Conditions for returns pag. 1-5 Cases in witch the manufacturer is not liable pag. 1-6 Safety pag. 1-7 Symbols pag. 1-8 Glossary pag.
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7-2 Manoeuring description to be carried out and operation pag. 7-3 Trial stage pag. 7-4 Interrupting the running (total stop) pag. 7-5 Work stoppage pag. 7-6 Regulation pag. 7-7 Stopping and pausing operation pag. 7-8 Stopping operation pag. 7-9 Emergency stop pag.
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The warranty does not cover cleaning the working parts or replacing consumable components such as pump oil, nozzle, lances, etc. IDROBASE is not liable for any damage to persons or objects due to incorrect installation or improper use of the equipment.
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1-5) CASES IN WHICH THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT LIABLE The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by the following : Improper use of the machine or use by untrained personal. Use of non genuine spare parts. Non-compliance with maintenance. Unauthorized modifications or operation Non-observance, in total or part, of the instruction manual 1-6)
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1-8) GLOSSARY The following symbols advise the operator of dangerous situations or the important operations for the correct running of the machine. WARNING SIGNS This manual must br read before using or carrying out maintenance or other operations on the machine. INFORMATION The informations contained in this manual shows the right procedures for the correct maintenance and use of the machine...
2) PRODUCT PRESENTATION 2-1) PURPOSE The high pressure washer Stella was conceived to be the best tool for pressure cleaning in industries like shipyards, he- avy road haulage, construction machinery, industrial machine shops, industrial tanning, food industry, etc. The machine can be used in the cleaning, for example of, motor parts, production machinery encrusted with oil, layers of combusta- ble waste products, the removal of barnacles encrusted on ship hulls, washing trailers encrusted with salt (salt on the streets in winter), greasy smog, also to wash trains, buses, and anywhere paint is covered by layers of dirt and grime.
Instructions, drawings, tables and all that is contained in the following documents are of technical nature, and there- fore any confidential information can not be provided to third parties without the written permission of IDROBASE which is the sole owner.
4) TECHNICAL DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 4-1) TECHNICAL DATA The following table describes the models and specifications of the machine. TECNICAL DATA Pressure Flow-rate Power Temperature Weight MODEL (bar) (l/min.) (Kw) ( Max °C ) (kg) 1000-100/11 1000-200/15 OVERALL DIMENSIONS (cm) 1130 Distributed by Australian Pump Industries (02) 8865 3500...
5) UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5-1) UNPACKING The machine is packed in a plain cardboard box for protection.. The cardboard can be removed with the appropriate equipment; however, cellophane, staples and adhesive tape can cut or injure if not handled with care The machine should be unpacked and set up on a level surface, near a drain &...
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5-3) TRANSPORT The machine comes delivered on a wooden pallet and covered with cardboard packaging, firmly bound with plastic straps by staples. The machine is usually transported by truck. The unloading of the truck is carried out by means of fork-lift truck with appropriate equipment, or manually using appropriate equipment while respecting the normal health and safety regula- tions.
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MOUNTING ACCESSORIES Unroll the high pressure tube and insert the connection to the nipple and tighten by hand. Screw the other end of the lance onto the thread of the gun and tighten by hand. Assemble the handle Assemble the wheels’ studs Assemble the injector CONNECTION AND INSTALLATION OF THE WATER SUPPLY Connect the “Stella”...
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WARNING: Before starting the pressure washer put on suitable protective clothing that will not interfere with the high pressure jet. Do not use the machine if in the presence of people without suitable protective clothing. 5-7) CLEANING AND DISINFECTING To clean the machine use only liquid detergents. The use of other detergents can impair the safety and correct opera- tion of the machine.
6) OPERATION AND USE 6-1) DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION The pressure cleaner is ready for use only after having carried out the steps 1 to 12 detailed in section 5-6. Starting up the pressure washer will first increase the pressure and if required the temperature of the water to the maximum values found in the technical data table, and then discharge a volume of water according to the quantity described in section 2-1 “USES”...
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6-4) WORKING LIMITS Prolonged inactivity (machine stopped) in temperatures less than 5°C (5 degrees centigrade) can cause damage or breakage to the pump, hoses, and to the parts in general. It is therefore advisable to completely empty the machine. Read the warning notice in section 5-2 of this manual and if more information is requi- red contact the retailer or manufacturer.
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B- SAFETY VALVE: is a maximum pressure valve, correctly calibrated by the manufacturer, that discharges excess pressure whenever you need to check an anomaly in the pressure regulating system. WARNING: In case of repeated intervention by the safety systems, do not use the pressure washer before having it checked by a qualified technician C- PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE: is a valve, correctly calibrated by the Manufacturer, that prevents the pressure from increasing past the maximum value allowed, by recirculating the excess water through the pump.
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7) USER INSTRUCTIONS THE MANUFACTURER DOES NOT ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY IMPROPER USE OF THE MACHINE NOT FORESEEN IN THIS MANUAL 7-1) DESCRIPTION OF THE SAFETY CONTROLS The high pressure washer is equipped with a watertight control panel where there is the ower switch (ON-OFF), the thermostat to regulate the water temperature, and the electrical connections to the motors and the control/adjustment components Refer to the electrical diagram in section 12 for the graphical representation of the components.
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USING WITH DETERGENT The machine was designed to be used with detergents recommended by the manufacturer. The recommended detergents are those that are 90% biodegradable. The use of other detergents or chemical products can negatively affect the safety and the correct running of the pressure washer To fill the pressure washer with detergent, insert the suction hose (n°14 pag.9) into the tank con- taining the detergent and open the tap.
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7-5) WORK STOPPAGE The pressure washer stops supplying a jet of high pressure water when the trigger on the gun is released. Using this function it is possible to temporally suspend the washing process. WARNING: The machine must not be operated with the pistol closed (trigger released) for more than 2 or at max. 3 minutes WARNING: The machine in this condition is considered to be operating.
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7-11) STORAGE OPERATION 7 Wait for the pressure washer to cool, taking care not to leave it unattended or near inflammable materials. 8 Carefully re-wind the power cable. 9 Remove the water hose from the tap 10 Carefully re-wind the high pressure hose, while avoiding twisting or bending. 11 Store the pressure washer in a level, clean, dry place.
8) MAINTENANCE WARNING: Every time the pressure washer is cleaned or maintained it must first be stopped by following the steps described in paragraph 6-1. To guarantee machine safety, you are advised to use only spare parts authorised by the manufacturer.
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8-2) EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Extraordinary maintenance should only be performed only by a specialized technician. MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY INTERVENTION - Replace the pump oil (see section 7-3 for the type of oil to use) - Clean or replace the diesel filter: cup, pump and nozzle - Adjustment or replacement of the electrodes - Clean the heater Every 500 hours...
TROUBLESHOOTING FAULT CAUSES SOLUTION The pressure washer does not Reset or replace the safety feature. start when the power switch is A safety feature to which the pressure In case of repeated interventions do not pressed. washer is connected has triggered (fuse, use the machine and consult a qualified Remember what you have ead circuit breaker, etc).
10) SPARE PARTS 10-1) SPARE PARTS The user is not authorised for any reason to interfer with the machine with the exception of carrying out ordinary main- tenance detailed in this instruction manual. For possible repairs seek advice from the manufacturer. 10-2) SPARE PARTS The pressure washer comes delivered with this instruction manual with the “spare parts booklet”...
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DESTRUCTION DISPOSAL 11-1) DESTRUCTION AND DISPOSAL When the machine is no longer required for use it is recommended that it is rendered inoperative by cutting the power cable. It is recommended that the parts that can be dangerous are rendered safe, for example: remove all electrical parts while following current legislation regarding their disposal.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Ithe undersigned, representative of the following manufacturer IDROBASE s.r.l. head office in BORGORICCO (PD) - Via del’industria 25 declares that the product: MODELL : STELLA with serial number: __________________________________________________________________________ (to be report by the purchaser by relesing to the identification plato)
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NOTES Distributed by Australian Pump Industries (02) 8865 3500...
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NOTES Distributed by Australian Pump Industries (02) 8865 3500...
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9.190 - IDRH - 11/02/2005 UNI ES ISO 9001:2000 35010 BORGORICCO ((PD) ITALIA - Via Dell’ Industria, 25 Tel. +39 049 9335903 - Fax +39 049 9335922 E-mail: idrobase@idrobase.com - www.idrobase.com Distributed by Australian Pump Industries (02) 8865 3500...
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Spares parts catalogue
The spare parts catalogue for the IDROBASE Stella 1000-100/11 is found in section 10 of the manual, specifically on page 56, under the headings:
- 10-1 Spare parts
- 10-2 Spare parts
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