The information is intended as a guide and cannot cover every question you may have about your equipment and every operating situation. We encourage you to contact Hog Technologies for any additional information you might need. We provide first class support to our customers for all of the equipment we sell.
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IMPORTANT: All information, illustrations, and specifica- tions contained in this manual are based on The terms and conditions of the Hog Technologies the latest product information available at Limited Warranty are outlined in the warranty statement included with this manual. The manu- the time of publication.
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BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO cONNEcT, OPERATE, OR REPAIR THIS EqUIPMENT, THOROUGHLY READ THESE INSTRUcTIONS AND ANY SAFETY wARNING OR INSTRUcTION PAMPHLETS INcLUDED wITH YOUR SHIPMENT. FOR ANY qUESTIONS cONcERNING SAFE OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANcE PROcEDURES, cONTAcT YOUR HOG TEcHNOLOGIES REPRESENTATIVE PRIOR TO USE. (772) 223-7393 OR (877) 964-7312 HOG TEcHNOLOGIES...
IMPORTANT NOTE: Your Waterblasting equipment uses internal combustion engines and flam- mable fuel. Every precaution has been taken by Hog Technologies to reduce the risks associated with possible injury and damage from fire or explosion, but your own precaution and good maintenance...
Always Read Instructions Read and follow all the manufacturer’s instructions Be Prepared prior to using any Hog Technologies product. Con- If the equipment malfunctions or a malfunction is tact Hog Technologies should any questions arise. suspected, immediately stop all blasting activity,...
Safety Information Equip All Personnel with Proper Safety Gear relieve the pressure and shutdown all engines in the system before attempting any repair. Always Handheld waterblasting equipment can be ex- follow manufacturer’s repair instructions. tremely dangerous if proper precautions are not observed.
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Safety Information Use Safety Devices If waterblasting in a man lift, on scaffolding or above ground level, always use a fall protection Always use a safety shroud and a safety whip hose device such as safety belts, harnesses, and fall with handheld control guns for operator protec- nets.
Nozzle Flow Chart Safety Information Connect Nozzle 1.3 Blasting Tool Nozzle Safety Insert the nozzle into blasting head finger tight. Check Flow Rating Using a 3/8” socket or box end wrench, tighten Nozzles combined flow rating must be compatible the nozzle about 15% more. In some situations, with the pump discharge and pressure rating.
Safety Information Check Burst Rating 1.4 Hose Safety Do not use a high pressure hose that does not Ultra high pressure hoses are tough, but not in- have a listed burst rating of less than 60,000 PSI vincible. They require proper care and handling (4,137 Bar.) to achieve the normal service life of 300 - 600 hours.
2.1 Hydraulic Power System with the proper care and operation of the engine. Overview The HT500 is a wheel mounted, portable hydraulic Warranty registration forms are included with the system designed to provide hydraulic oil pressure information manuals. All requested information...
HT500 Systems HT500 Lifting Points There are three designated lifting points located fuses near the battery protect the circuits for the on the each side of the horizontal portions of control switches and oil cooling fan. Most engines the rear handle, next to the unit chassis and the are equipped with an hour gauge in the panel that forward handle.
Typical Gasoline Engine Warning Label Located on the Engine 2.3 Engine Fuel System The HT500 is equipped with a fuel tank mounted and a fuel withdrawal line with an in-line fuel fil- above the hydraulic tank, just aft of the engine, ter.
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HT500 Systems The fuel filter is located in the fuel supply line Fuel is very flammable and vapors can explode. below the engine. It is important to monitor the Always allow the engine to cool before fueling and condition of the fuel filter and change it as rec- be careful not to overfill the fuel tank.
HT500 Systems 2.4 12-Volt DC Electrical System The HT500 is equipped with a 12-volt DC electri- cal system, alternator and an onboard battery that provides electrical current for starting and operating the engine. It also provides 12-volt current for the hydraulic oil cooler fan and the...
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Hog Tool connected to Port Group 2 ON connects the Hog Pack control circuits to the UHP and OFF. pressure control on a Hog Technologies Stripe Hog truck or skid mounted unit. The plug locations are 3. Harness plug 3 is for Manifold Port Group 3.
50 or 75 feet from the unit. skid mounted system supplying high pres- sure water to the Hog Pack. Therefore, the Hog Technologies Customer Service can assist you harness is sold in a kit that includes the wire with more specific information regarding typical...
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The manifold is a universal design that is used needle valves, one on each side of the mode valve, on the Hog Pack and on other Hog Technologies that are used to adjust the oil pressure to the by- units with more horsepower and larger hydraulic mode valves and the hydraulic motors that rotate pumps.
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HT500 Systems Solenoid Valves 1. Port Group 1 3. Part Group 3 (not used) 2. Port Group 2 4. Port Group Hand Operated Control Valves hydraulic motors are factory set to limit the pres- sure and maximum RPM of the Hog Tool spray bar or spray head connected to the Port Group.
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RPM that is unique to the tool. Refer to the tool operating manual or contact Solenoid Bypass Knobs Hog Technologies Customer Service for the maximum RPM for the Hog Tools you intend to use. Solenoid Valve Operation...
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3 gallons per minute (GPM) HIGH PRESSURE PUMP; SEVERE DAMAGE TO HOG TOOLS AND THE HT500; OR cAUSE A HOSE TO BURST, cAUSING during operation, the mushroom in each by-mode SEVERE INjURY TO OPERATORS OR OTHER PERSONNEL.
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Dump Valve the system is activating. Two labeled hydraulic oil ports, one for the pres- Typical Hog Technologies Stripe Hog Truck sure hose and one for the return hose provide UHP Pump and Dump Valve the hydraulic oil that activates the Dump Valve.
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Master Port Group on your Hog Pack to the specific Hog Technologies Stripe Hog truck or skid mounted unit. The kits are available from Hog Technologies by contact-...
Be careful not to from Hog Technologies or hoses with the same get anti-seize on the seating area of any fitting. specifications as the originals.
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Then slowly bring the equipment use hoses purchased from Hog Technologies. up to operating pressure while carefully monitor- ing the replaced components.
Hog Tools that are designed to be used with INjURIES FROM ULTRA HIGH PRESSURE wATERBLASTING cAN BE VERY SERIOUS AND RESULT IN FATAL INjURIES. your HT500 Hog Pack. The most common tools PROPER OPERATION OF HIGH PRESSURE wATERBLASTING are the HT1000 Ground Hog, the HT100 Hand Hog TOOLS IS ESSENTIAL, PARTIcULARLY wITH HANDHELD UNITS and the HT1100 Hog Waller.
12-volt DC electrical power which will UHP water, Hydraulic power, 12-DC Power and vac- be provided by a truck or skid unit or by an HT500 uum to Hog Tools. Other Waterblasting systems Hog Pack. Because of the vacuum debris recovery...
Section 5: Waterblasting Operations Hog Pack 5. Make sure the hydraulic hose connectors are 5.1 Equipment Setup clean, coat the threads with anti-seize and 1. Position the truck or skid mounted UHP pump connect them to the fittings on the Hog Tool. as close to the Hog Pack as possible.
Before operating the system, check the fluid levels position. in all components. A thorough understanding of 3. Start the HT500 engine following the start up the component systems and their operation is es- procedure in the engine manual. sential to the proper operation the Hog Tool and Hog Pack.
10. With the pressure set and Hog Tool nozzles You can also contact Hog Technologies Customer working properly, Waterblasting operations Service department for assistance in choosing can begin.
Waterblasting Operations Don’ts 5.5 Operating in Freezing Conditions • When using Hog Tools with vacuum blasting heads, allow the vacuum blower to operate for • Do not allow untrained personnel to a couple of minutes after shutting down the operate the Hog Pack or waterblasting high pressure water to clear waste water from equipment.
Section 6: General Maintenance HT500 Hog Pack 6.1 Lubrication Points & Grease Fittings The wheels are the only grease points on the Hog Pack. There is a grease fitting on each wheel that should be greased once each month. Refer to the Lubrication Chart in this section and the component manufacturer’s operating manuals...
General Maintenance 6.2 Engine Engine Proper engine maintenance is essential to the proper performance and reliability of the HT500 engine. Maintenance schedules and procedures are outlined in your engine owner’s manual. They should be followed exactly. Engine Daily Inspection: •...
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8. Repair any leaks found and reinstall the bat- tery access cover. 7. Check all connections for fuel leaks. Contact Hog Technologies Customer Service if you 8. Start the engine and allow it to run for several have any problems draining contaminated fuel minutes.
General Maintenance Tanks with a shutoff valve: 1. Remove the battery access cover on the left side of the Hog Pack. Turn off the fuel shutoff valve located on the bottom of the fuel tank. 2. The fuel filter is located in the fuel supply line, below the engine.
General Maintenance • Test By-Mode Valves under high pressure by turning high pressure to the Hog Tools ON & OFF several times before beginning normal waterblasting operations. Periodic: • By-Mode Valves should be disassembled, cleaned, inspected for wear and damage, and lubricated periodically.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM PROBLEM HOG PACK Noises and Vibrations: • Engine mounts loose - tighten engine mounts • Loose bolts on fuel tank, hydraulic tank or other components - tighten loose bolts WATER LEAKS Hose fitting indicator port leaking: •...
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Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBLEM HYdRAULIC SYSTEM PROBLEMS Spray head rotation slow or stopped on Hog Tool: • Insufficient engine RPM - raise RPM of engine • Port Group manual pressure valve is set too low - adjust manual pressure valve • Hydraulic oil level is low - fill hydraulic oil tank &...
CUSTOMER SERVICE HOT LINE - 772-223-7393 www.hogtechnologies.com www.stripehogsupport.com Hog Technologies will not be responsible for damages or loss caused by sub- stituted parts purchased locally or from another vendor or manufacturer. WARNING NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE cOMMONLY AVAILABLE PLUMBING PARTS, FITTINGS, AND HOSES IN HIGH...
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