Jon-Don Prospector PE500 Information & Operating Instructions page 6

SET-UP AND OPERATION:
1. Before each use, inspect the machine, hoses,
and cleaning tool for cleanliness and
completeness, Ensure the spray nozzles on
the cleaning tool are tight and that the ball
float in the recovery tank is clean and
operational.
2. Close the clear, screw-on lid on the recovery
tank, and screw the cap onto the drain hose.
3. Fill the holding tank with clear water.
NOTE: the heater on this machine is designed to
provide nearly instant hot water for cleaning; if
you use warm water in the solution tank it would
increase heater proficiency. Never use water
above 120F or 49C in the solution tank.
4. Turn off all the switches. Plug the power cords
into properly grounded outlets. Do not
connect both cords to the same outlet.
5. Connect priming hose (included) to outlet QD
6. Turn the pump ON and let water flow through
priming hose until it is a clear flow, no air
bubbles visible.
7. Turn off pump switch, disconnect priming
hose. Connect solution and vacuum hose to
machine and tool
8. Turn the heat switch ON and wait two
minutes for the heater to reach operating
temperature.
NOTE: If you choose to add a detergent to the
solution tank, be sure to mix well, and always
follow the use & dilution instructions on the
chemical label. Use a chemical with a pH between
5 and 10 to reduce the likelihood of premature
wear to the pump and other seals.
9. Spray through your cleaning tool as you adjust
the pressure regulator knob, on the front of
the machine, to achieve the desired spraying
pressure.
9. Turn on the vacuum.
10. Begin cleaning, following industry accepted
practices.
NOTE: Use defoamer any time foaming occurs in
the recovery tank to prevent damage to the motor
or other components.
NOTE: Foam will not lift the ball float.
12. Monitor the water level in the solution tank.
Do not let the pump run dry.
13. When the solution tank gets low, turn off the
pump and vacuum, fill the solution tank,
empty and clean the recovery tank.
14. When finished with the job, remove any
unused solution from the solution tank, and
run a few gallons of clean water through the
system. Drain the recovery tank by opening
the drain hose over a drain or a bucket.
Release any residual pressure from the
cleaning tool before disconnecting the hoses
from the cleaning tool.
AUTO VACUUM SHUT OFF:
When the recovery tank is full, the ball float will
shut off the suction to prevent the machine from
overflowing. NOTE: The float may not work if
there is too much foam in the tank. Always use
defoamer to prevent overflow.
HEAT SYSTEM:
The heater holds a small amount of water, so to
maintain hot water for the entire cleaning job,
spray for short periods and then stop spraying
during a recovery stroke. Continuous spraying
will prevent the water from pausing long enough
in the heater to get hot.
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