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Nautilus MX500E
Operating Manual
LMANN17 Revised: 01-29-2015
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  • Page 1 Nautilus MX500E Operating Manual LMANN17 Revised: 01-29-2015...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Nautilus MX500E Operating Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PAGE # • Introduction • Technical Specifications • Optional Equipment SECTION 1: Operational Safety • Electrical Safety • Mechanical Safety SECTION 2: Operation Procedures • Vacuum Connections • Electrical Supply • Water Supply & Chemicals •...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    MX500E; our goal is no less than your complete satisfaction. This manual will provide users with the knowledge required to operate the Nautilus MX500E safely, to understand how to properly operate and maintain the machine, and to ensure that the equipment operates at its maximum performance level.

  • Page 4: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications MX500E High Pressure Extractor Height: 42-1/4” (107.32cm) Length: 34-3/8” (87.31cm) Width: 23-3/8” (59.37cm) Weight: 135 lbs. (61.23kg.) Solution Tank Capacity: 12 gallon (45.4 Liters) Recovery Tank Capacity: 12 gallon (45.4 Liters) Solution Pump: Pump-Tec #207 pump with 1/2 HP Motor - 0-500 psi 1.06 gpm / 4.01lpm 220V 50Hz –...
  • Page 5 Additional / Optional Equipment Wand Glide – Delrin AW529D Wand Glide – Teflon AW529T 18” Bottom Velcro Strap for Wand Holder NM5841 Hy-Dry Deluxe Upholstery Tool: AW50D Flash Xtractor II: AC002 Gekko Handle Assembly: AR51A Gekko 4” Tool Head: AR51D SX-7 Tool Head: AR51G Gekko Hand Tool:...
  • Page 6 Section Safety This machine is an electrical appliance. Care must be taken to reduce the risk of electrical shock. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE MX500E. • To reduce the risk of property damage or injury, repairs to electrical systems should only be performed by experienced technicians.
  • Page 7 • Solvent-based or water-based solutions containing solvents may damage the pump, hoses, and other components. Do not assume chemical compatibility. Contact your distributor or Hydro-Force if you have questions regarding the compatibility of your chemicals with the machine.

  • Page 8: Vacuum Connections

    Section Vacuum Connections The MX500E has a unique vacuum system which allows you to connect your vacuums in either parallel or in series. Vacuum connections can be changed quickly, with only a screw driver. ∗ THIS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN While there is debate on which vacuum alignment provides the best extraction, this much is true:...
  • Page 9 One 15M extension cord is supplied with the Nautilus MX500E. Plug the power cord into an outlet with sufficient voltage and an amp rating for the power demands of the MX500E, connect the cord to the MX500E and then proceed with your set-up.
  • Page 10 2A. Water Supply & Chemical Mixing– Manual Fill: • Pour up to 12 gallons (45.4 Liters) of hot water into the solution tank at the front of the machine. The water temperature cannot exceed 130° ° ° ° F or 54°C. •...
  • Page 11 Dilution 85 - 1 Chemical Feed Hose Metering Tip Kit (Hydro-Force Item# PDE001) contains 14 different colored metering tips, allowing dilution rates from 11:1 up to 427:1. Refer to the chart below to select the tip that meets the dilution rate for your chemical application.

  • Page 12: Water Supply & Chemicals

    Connect the other end of the hose to a water faucet, and then turn on the water. • Hot water can be used as long as the temperature does not exceed 130°F or 54°C. • Faucet adapter kits (Hydro-Force item #AX21 & AX22) are available that allow connection to different types of faucets if needed.
  • Page 13 3. Priming the High-Pressure Pump: Once water is in the solution tank, the high pressure pump must be primed: • There is a priming hose included with the machine. Connect the priming hose to the solution outlet – female quick connect on the front of the machine. •...
  • Page 14 5. Connection of Vacuum Hoses: The vacuum connection port on the machine can be either a 2” hose barb or 2” male Flash Cuff. Both are included with your MX500E. The desired connector can be threaded into the vacuum port on the front of the machine. A 2”...

  • Page 15: Foam Downer

    6. Optional Foam Downer: A key problem with portable extractors is that they have small tanks where foam dissipates slowly. If you have had issues with foam or are anticipating foaming problems, you will want to use a Foam Downer. Foam can be drawn into the vacuums before the vacuum shutoff closes.
  • Page 16 7. Connection of Optional Pump-Out Hose: If your machine has the Optional Auto Pump-Out System you may want to connect the Pump-Out Hose. The pump-out hose is a 50’ section of 3/4” garden hose. (Use of smaller diameter hose may reduce flow.) •...

  • Page 17: Pressure Adjustments

    8. Pressure Adjustment: To make it easier to check and adjust the pressure, the pressure gauge and the pressure regulator are mounted on the control panel on the front of the machine. When the high-pressure solution pump is on and primed, pressure will show on the gauge.

  • Page 18: Shutdown Procedures

    Shutdown Procedures: • If using the optional auto-fill system, turn the water supply off before finishing each job. This will allow use of the water and chemical already in the tank, and will reduce the amount of excess water to be disposed of later.

  • Page 19: Accessory Storage

    Accessory Storage Options: The MX500E is designed to make it easier for the operator to transport the machine and the most common cleaning accessories. Bucket & Sprayer Storage The top of the MX500E is sized and recessed to hold a five gallon bucket or two one-gallon chemical bottles as well as two 2QT sprayers.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Section Troubleshooting Troubleshooting – Nautilus MX500E Problem Cause Solution Machine not Building circuit breaker tripped. Reset breakers or move cords to other outlets turning on - Faulty power cord Replace cord No power Faulty switches or internal wiring Check wiring & test switches - Repair as needed *...
  • Page 21 Problem Cause Solution Pump-out Building circuit breaker tripped. Reset breaker or move cord to another outlet not working Faulty power cord Replace cord (AX33) Faulty switches or internal wiring Check wiring & test switch - Repair as needed * (NM5714) Pump-out pump faulty Replace pump-out pump (AP37F) Clean pump-out filter - Keep recovery tank clean –...
  • Page 22 Problem Cause Solution Solution Tank Water source turned off Turn on faucet or find other water source not filling Float not on valve arm Reconnect float to valve arm - Adjust to proper height/level Float valve faulty Repair or replace float valve Water hose restricted Un-kink, clean out or replace hose Water Pressure too high...

  • Page 23: Solution Flow Path

    MX500 Solution Flow Path Optional Auto Optional – Auto Fill Float Fill Inlet Quick Valve Assembly Connect Solution Tank Outlet Quick Connect Filter Chemical Jug Pump – AP52 Pressure Regulator PT021 Denotes Denotes Water Denotes by-pass Denotes Chemical flow incoming water flow in high water flow from flow...
  • Page 24 MX500 M1200 MX500E Wiring Diagram – Cord #2 Wiring Diagram Wiring Diagram PUMP OUT HEATER SOL PUMP VAC 2 VAC 1 5AMP BREAKER 12GA COOLING FAN 12GA CORD #1 FILTER PUMP OUT SOLUTION VAC2 VAC1 PUMP Machine Base...
  • Page 25 NAUTILUS MX500E SWITCH PANEL: (Shown with optional Pump-Out switch) Solution Pump Switch When the switch is turned to the ON position power is supplied to the solution pump motor. When not using solution (Extracting Only) do not turn this switch ON.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Section Maintenance Proper maintenance is required to keep the MX500E operating properly, prevent downtime and to extend the life of your equipment. This machine is an electrical appliance. Care must be taken to reduce the risk of electrical shock. Disconnect electrical power before performing any service or maintenance inside machine base or before testing or repairing switches or power cords.
  • Page 27 CLEAN CHEMICAL FEED FILTER & FOOT VALVE: (If so equipped) Part of the optional Auto Fill & Chemical Feed system, the Filter & Foot Valve is on the end of the chemical feed hose that is placed in the chemical jug as part of the chemical feed system. Regularly examine the filter and clean as needed.
  • Page 28 CLEAN THE HYDRO-FILTER II: (If so equipped) When used with the MX500E, build-up of debris in the filter screen of the optional Hydro-Filter II will reduce the vacuum air flow and may cause a significant decrease in water recovery. A torn filter screen will allow debris past the filter and into the recovery tank.
  • Page 29 CLEAN WASTE PUMP-OUT PUMP: (If so equipped) Build-up of fine silt inside the optional Waste Pump can clog the pump even if the pump is not used, so this maintenance procedure should be performed regardless of whether the Waste Pump has been used. •...
  • Page 30 FLUSH SOLUTION TANK AND PUMP: (continued from previous page) • Disconnect the solution hose and tool. • Use the vacuum hose to vacuum the remaining acid solution out of the solution tank. • Pour two or three gallons of clean water into the solution tank. •...
  • Page 31 FLUSH CHEMICAL SYSTEM: (If so equipped) Chemical build-up in the optional Auto Fill chemical system can prevent the system from drawing chemical. • Rinse the chemical system with fresh water (For heavy chemical build-up, a mild acid can be added to the rinse water.) •...
  • Page 32 LUBRICATE REGULATOR PISTON SEAL To maintain consistent adequate pressure delivery to the cleaning tool, the piston seal of the MX500E pressure regulator must be lubricated regularly. 1. Release pressure from system before proceeding. Brass Knob 2. Remove Brass Knob from the regulator body. 3.
  • Page 33 CLEAN RECOVERY TANK DRAIN Debris and sand accumulation in the drain valve can damage the valve or prevent it from closing completely. This will result in dirty water leaking from the valve. Use of the Hydro-Filter and regular cleaning of the recovery tank will help prevent this, but occasionally the drain valve will require cleaning or replacement.
  • Page 34 Storage Prep and Freeze Protection Procedures: Your Nautilus MX500E must be protected from freezing. Freezing can cause serious damage to the pump, pump-out, auto-fill float valve, and any other component containing water. If the MX500E is transported or stored in freezing temperatures, the following procedures should be performed.
  • Page 36 Section Parts Replacement parts available for repair of your MX500E. KIT C – PT056 KIT A – PT054 KIT B – PT055...

  • Page 37: Pump

    PUMPTEC #207 PUMP – AP52 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER KIT A PLUNGER & SEALS PT054 KIT B VALVES & O-RINGS PT055 KIT C CAM & BEARING PT056 MANIFOLD PUMP HEAD STUFFING BOX CRANKCASE PLUNGER GUIDE HEAD BOLT MOUNT BOLT WASHER FLAT M6 STAINLESS STEEL PUMP COMPLETE - WITH MOTOR AP52 PUMP COMPLETE - WITHOUT MOTOR...
  • Page 38 – M013 OPTIONAL AUTO-FILL ASSEMBLY NM5751 BR282A AH102B BR282A NM5751 BR286 NM5740 Float Valve Assembly See Parts Breakdown on Next Page BR286 BR138...
  • Page 39 OPTIONAL AUTO-FILL FLOAT VALVE ASSEMBLY NM5740...

  • Page 40: Pump-Out Pump

    Optional Pump-Out Pump AP37F PARTS ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 42 CONTROL PANEL 19 & 19A REAR VIEW - BASE & BASE SKIRT 55 & 56 55 & 56 41 & 41A HINGE SCREWS...
  • Page 43 36 & 79 27 & 27A REAR VIEW – BASE, BASE SKIRT & RECOVERY TANK VACUUM PLUG ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 44 3, 58 & 59 55 & 56 55 & 56 3, 58 & 59 TOP VIEW OF BASE...
  • Page 45 VACUUM MOUNTS & CONNECTIONS 9, 54 & 64 9, 54 & 64...
  • Page 46 3 & 59 61 & 62 61 & 62 3 & 59 63 & 55 BOTTOM VIEW OF BASE 9 & 54 9 & 54 PUMP...
  • Page 47 80 & 55 36 & 36A 9 & 41 BOTTOM VIEW SOLUTION TANK & BASE SKIRT...
  • Page 48 BOTTOM VIEW SOLUTION TANK 9, 30 & 31 INSIDE SOLUTION TANK...
  • Page 49 INSIDE RECOVERY TANK VACUUM SHUTOFF AND OPTIONAL PUMP-OUT FILTER REMOVED INSIDE RECOVERY TANK WITH OPTIONAL PUMP-OUT FILTER IN PLACE VACUUM SHUTOFF ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 50 OPTIONAL - PUMP-OUT CONNECTIONS 97 & 9...
  • Page 51 OPTIONAL PUMP-OUT PARTS FLOW...
  • Page 52 KEY PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION NM5704 RECOVERY TANK AH101B QUICK CONNECT FEMALE ¼” NM5702 SOLUTION TANK BR174 ADAPTER ¼” M-F PFA11 WASHER 5/16” FLAT SS NM5751 WASHER ½” FLAT SS (BEHIND CONTROL PANEL) WHEEL 2-1/2” GRAY WASHER ½” FLAT SS WITH NM5724 NM5751A NEOPRENE BACKING...
  • Page 53 KEY PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION PHY094-034 NUT 10-24 NYLOCK SS(QTY 4) BARB ½” X 3/8” MPT BR030 NM5748 AXLE REAR WHEELS – 22.5” NM5086 HOSE ½” ID CLEAR COIL AP52 500PSI PUMP WITH MOTOR NM5082 HOSE 3/8” ID CLEAR COIL BR020 BARB 3/8”...
  • Page 54 KEY PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION BULKHEAD FITTING ¾” PVC DECAL CSA WARNING NM5742 NM5705C NM5744 NIPPLE ¾” X 2” PVC NM5025 RIVET – VAC HOSE END NM5093 HOSE ¾” ID CLEAR COIL NM5713 ADAPTER 2”FPT X HSLIP ABS PH09 HOSE CLAMP NM5039...
  • Page 55 DESCRIPTION HOSE TYPE LENGTH NOTES VAC HOSE 2” VAC – NM5726 29” TANK END: REC TANK TO MANIFOLD SOLD PER FT 1 - NM5713 2 – NM5025 VAC END: HOSE CLAMP PA051 VAC HOSE 2” VAC – NM5726 9.5” VAC END: VAC 1 TO MANIFOLD SOLD PER FT HOSE CLAMP...

  • Page 56: Warranty

    Section Limited Warranty Your Nautilus MX500E is designed to give you years of reliable service. If a problem should arise use the troubleshooting section in the operation manual to diagnose and correct the problem if possible. If you are unable to determine the cause or solution to the problem contact your distributor or Hydro-Force for assistance.

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