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- Page 1 TORRENT 3 INDUSTRIAL MOBILE PETROL COLD WATER PRESSURE WASHER User Operators Manual English Operators Manual © V-TUF...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Page No Description / Contents Important safety Instructions Safety Features & Security Norms Technical Data Identification Data 11-12 Use the of machine 14-15 Transport & Lifting Cleaning Applications 17-20 Troubleshooting Accessories & Part List... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
High pressure cleaners must not be used by children or untrained personnel. High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important for the safety of the appliance. Use only hoses, fittings and couplings recommended by V-TUF. Always wear suitable eye, face and body protection. - Page 4 V-TUF, quoting type of machine, matriculation number and the year of manufacture. Trial before shipment The machine has been tested at the manufacturer’s factory by a V-TUF technician to check that all of the components are functioning correctly according to the machine’s specifications. Guarantee Terms...
- Page 5 Checks Upon receipt of the goods, check the condition that they are in. Should they appear damaged, avoid any type of installation and immediately advise the transporter and the supplier. To ascertain the condition of the parcel, proceed to unpack the goods and check that the delivery is complete (check the correspondence with the delivery note), ascertain whether the machine has arrived in generally good condition, free of breakages or dents.
- Page 6 For your safety, and that of those around you, and for the continued working of the machine, do not use parts other than those prescribed by the constructor. Before using the high pressure cleaner, always try to ensure that any potential hazardous conditions have been removed or eliminated from the area of usage.
- Page 7 Should you need to use an extension lead with the power supply, make sure that the connection between the extension lead and the power lead is secure and stable and conforms to standard safety norms. The plug and the socket should be waterproof. Keep the machine out of reach of children or unauthorised personnel.
- Page 8 By improper use, we mean using the machine for uses which it was not specifically designed for, such as: • Washing of objects or vehicles which have come into contact with inflammable or noxious dust, gas or liquids, or substances which can cause dangerous reactions when in contact with water.
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Page 9: Technical Data
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any eventual damage or injury to people, animals or property resulting from improper or unreasonable use, or usage in any way not conforming to the instructions contained in this manual. TECHNICAL DATA: Industrial Specification ~ TORRENT 3 PRESSURE (PSI) 4000 FLOW(L/MIN) 15.1... -
Page 10: Identification Data
IDENTIFICATION DATA The position of the identification data of the machine 1) Identification of the machine according to EU directives. ATTENTION: Check that your TORRENT3 high pressure washer has been provided with these identification details, if they have not been provided please inform your local dealer immediately. Machines which have not been provided with these details MUST NOT BE USED, and should be considered anonymous and potentially dangerous. - Page 11 Fig2: Pressure adjustment knob (these may differ in looks) – turn anticlockwise (to low pressure) for starting. This will make it easier to start and also reduce unnecessary wear on your engine pull start mechanism. When the engine has started turn the pressure adjuster clockwise to increase pressure suite...
- Page 12 USE WITH CHEMICAL PRODUCTS With the machine shut down, act the device (adjustable head) placed on the lance end to obtain the suction and the distribution of the product; pull the gun trigger to obtain the detergent distribution and start the work. ATTENTION During operation of the machine, it is obligatory to use the appropriate personal safety equipment.
- Page 13 LUBRICATION OF THE PUMP For the models VTUF110 & VTUF240 & VTUF415 we recommend: V-TUF Pressure Lube PL500 – OIL CAPACITY 0.5 litres You should change the oil after the first 50 hours of use, and after each subsequent 500 hours of operation.
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Page 14: Transport & Lifting
TRANSPORT – LIFTING – SHIFTING ATTENTION: Whenever the machine needs to be transported, it should be securely fixed with straps, cables or other suitable equipment in order to avoid accidental movement which could cause damage to people or property as well as to the machine itself. ATTENTION: Should the machine need to be lifted, it should be hooked or coupled by means of strips, or suitable lifting equipment which will safeguard the machine’s integrity. - Page 15 STORAGE Park the machine on a flat surface. If the machine is not going to be used for an extended period of time, empty the water circuits and the fuel tank then cover the machine and store it in a place protected from atmospheric extremes.
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Page 16: Cleaning Applications
Cleaning Applications MARKET SECTOR APPLICATIONS Automotive Cleaning Services, such as car washes, and vehicle cleaning in yards like courier’s fleet of trucks and vans. Public Sector Cleaning outside of hotels and other public eating areas, including car parks, and entrance steps to buildings. Construction Industry Cleaning the outside of buildings, concrete &... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS The pump turns but does not The pump is sucking in air. Check that the piping is watertight reach the required pressure Worn out valves Replace the valves Worn out valve seat Replace the valve seat Worn out or inadequate water nozzle Replace the water nozzle Worn out gaskets... - Page 18 Presence of water in the pump Worn out oil seal. Replace the oil seal. High percentage of humidity on the Change the oil twice as often as is air. normally prescribed. Gaskets are completely worn out. Replace the gaskets. Excessive noise Air is being sucked in.
- Page 19 Oil discharge from between the Worn out oil seals. Replace the oil seals. pump body and the pump head. Excessive vibrations. Worn out or dirty valves. Replace the valves. The engine does not start. There is no fuel in the tank. Ensure the fuel tank has the correct fuel.
- Page 20 6. Pour a small amount of clean petrol into the spark plug hole then pull the starter cord once. Please note: stay clear of the spark plug hole and don not smoke or have any naked flame as the some petrol droplets and vapour will emerge from the hole (see red ring below) which is highly flammable.
- Page 21 ACCESSORIES PARTS & LIST ITEM CODE DESCRIPTION T1.0607QR QUICK RELEASE 280 BAR TRIGGER AND ½” LANCE H4.000 500mm LANCE (M22M ~ QUICK RELEASE) B14.5000 QUICK RELEASE JET NOZZLES 0, 15, 25, 40 Degree WFK151610UVYK 10m HIGH PRESSURE QR HOSE 21 | P a g e...
- Page 22 For more details contact us: UK Head Office: +44 (0) 1522 787978 FENCO GROUP LTD T/A V-TÜF Unit 5, Chris Sharpe Building Till Bridge Lane Scampton, Lincoln LN1 2SX United Kingdom E-mail: enquiries@v-tuf.com Web: www.v-tuf.com Follow us: 22 | P a g e...
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