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Kärcher BRC 38/ C Manual

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  • Page 1 BRC 38/ C (115V) English Register your product 86342760-V 10/21/22 www.kaercher.com/welcome...
  • Page 2 MACHINE DATA LOG/OVERVIEW Model: Date of Purchase: Serial Number: Sales Representative: Address: Phone Number: Warranty Registration Thank you for purchasing a Kärcher product. Warranty registration is quick and easy. Your registration will allow us to serve you better over the lifetime of the product. To register your product go to: www.karchercommercial.com/WarrantyRegistration.aspx For customer assistance:...

  • Page 3: Safety

    HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual contains the following sections: The SAFETY section contains important information regarding hazard or unsafe practices of the HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL machine. Levels of hazards is identified that could SAFETY result in product or personal injury, or severe injury OPERATIONS resulting in death.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Machine Data Log/Overview........ 1 Table of Contents ..........HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL How to use this Manual........1-1 SAFETY Important Safety Instructions ....... 2-1 Hazard Intensity Level .......... 2-3 Grounding Instructions ......... 2-5 OPERATIONS Technical Specifications.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precaution must always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. This machine is for commercial use. WARNING:  To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Connect to a properly grounded outlet.
  • Page 6 SAFETY IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ L’utilisation d’un appareil électrique demande certaines précautions: LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT DE FAIRE FONCTIONNER (CET APPAREIL). AVERTISSEMENT Pour réduire les risques d’incendie, de choc électrique ou de blessure: Cet appareil ne doit être connecter qu a des prises ayant une sortie de terre. Ne pas laisser l’appareil sans surveillance lorsqu’il est branché.

  • Page 7: Hazard Intensity Level

    HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL The following symbols are used throughout this guide as indicated in their descriptions: HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words -WARNING and CAUTION and FOR SAFETY. The level of hazard intensity is determined by the following definitions: WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury or product or property damage.
  • Page 8 DEGRÉS DE RISQUES EN CAS DE DANGER Les symboles ci-dessous sont utilisés à travers ce manuel comme illustré dans leurs descriptions : DEGRÉS DE RISQUES EN CAS DE DANGER Il existe trois degrés de risques identifiés par les termes signalétiques –AVERTISSEMENT et ATTENTION et POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ.

  • Page 9: Grounding Instructions

    GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL: In the USA, this machine operates on a standard 15 Grounding Pin amp 115V, 60 Hz, A.C. power circuit. The amp, hertz, and voltage are listed on the data label found GROUNDING CONNECTION USING AN ADAPTOR on each machine. Using voltages above or below Grounded those indicated on the data label will cause serious Outlet...

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS POWER TYPE GENERAL DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT ELECTRICAL: 115 V, 15 A, 60 HZ Vacuum shoe: 17” (43.18 cm) cast aluminum with spring loaded down pressure ELECTRIC VACUUM MOTOR: (1) –3 stage, 1.5 hp, 100 cfm (2.80 cubic meters/min.) Waterlift –120” (304 cm) WHEELS: (2) 10”...

  • Page 11: Controls/Component Location

    CONTROLS/COMPONENT LOCATIONS 1. Main Handle. Used to pull and maneuver machine. 2. Electrical Cord. 3. Pump Switch. Turns on pump and enables spray. 4. Brush/Spray Switch. Turns on brush motor and activates electro-valve to dispense solution to floor through jets. Intermittent, off, and continuous settings.
  • Page 12 CONTROLS/COMPONENT LOCATIONS 1. Solution Accessory Tool Hookup. Used for various auxiliary cleaning tools. 2. Vacuum Hose Door. Used to connect various auxiliary 1 ½ inch cleaning tool vacuum hoses. 3. Brush Height Adjustment. Used to regulate brush height from storage position to various carpet heights.
  • Page 13 CONTROLS/COMPONENT LOCATIONS 1. Solution Intake Cover. 2. Vacuum Intake Cover. 3. Float Shut-Off. 4. Clean-Out Opening. 5. Pour Spout. 6. Lift Handle. 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...

  • Page 14: Filling Operation

    FILLING OPERATIONS STEP RECOVERY TANK Remove recovery tank SOLUTION TANK Add water STEP 8 gal. (30.3 ltr.) 140°F (60°C) 160°F Max Temp. FILL LINE STEP 7 – 14oz. FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK (207ml – 414ml) NOTE: Use clean bucket of water to fill solution tank Add cleaning Do not put defoamer, solvents, spotter or chemical...

  • Page 15: Operations

    OPERATIONS STEP Remove literature from recovery tank. Fill solution tank (see filling instructions page 3-5). STEP Wrap cord through yellow strain relief on handle then plug cord into grounded outlet. Note: Be sure dome is seated on recovery tank, and float shut-off is installed correctly. STEP Adjust brush to proper setting.
  • Page 16 OPERATIONS STEP Tip machine back by main handle to move to starting point. STEP Lower machine to floor. STEP Select intermittent or continuous switch INTERMITTENT setting to turn on brush and start solution spray. The intermittent setting requires the operator to hold the switch in the “on” position with the thumb, and is typically used in small areas where short cleaning passes are made.

  • Page 17: Cleaning Procedure

    CLEANING PROCEDURE Start at wall closest to power outlet. Pull STEP straight back without pushing down on handle. Release intermittent setting or turn off STEP continuous setting on brush/spray switch approximately 1 foot before ending cleaning pass. 1ft. (30cm) Push down on handle to raise vacuum STEP 1in.
  • Page 18 CLEANING PROCEDURE STEP Use right side of machine for cleaning against walls. STEP After cleaning, turn off all controls, return brush to storage position and carefully unplug machine. VACUUM PUMP STEP To speed drying, use a AB84 fan. Empty recovery tank by releasing dump STEP hose.

  • Page 19: Accessory Tool Usage

    ACCESSORY TOOL USAGE STEP Use only one of the following acceptable accessory tools. 86000020 - PRV NO. HT 86041150 - PRV NO. DH 86000610 - PRV NO. 89227 86000600 - PRV NO. 89226 86031540 - PRV NO. 39504 Pull back collar and insert over machine mounted fitting, then release collar to lock into place.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Once a month run 4 parts water and 1 part white vinegar solution through unit. This will prevent a Twice a month, flush a white vinegar solution (One build up of alkaline residue in system. quart vinegar to two gallons of water) or anti- browning solution (mixed as directed) through the extractor.

  • Page 21: Vacuum Motor Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Only qualified maintenance personnel are to perform the following repairs. Seul le personnel d'entretien qualifié peut effectuer des reparations. VACUUM MOTOR REPLACEMENT WARNING: The green ground wire must be attached for 1. Turn off all switches and unplug machine. safe operation.

  • Page 22: Solution Pump Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Only qualified maintenance personnel are to perform the following repairs. Seul le personnel d'entretien qualifié peut effectuer des réparations. SOLUTION PUMP REPLACEMENT Turn off all switches and unplug the machine. Remove recovery tank. Remove the (2) screws that fasten the solution tank to the frame, and tilt tank back to expose the inside of the frame. Remove solution hoses from fittings in pump.

  • Page 23: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM 86268830 86268450 PRV NO. 88636 PRV NO. 88332 86268900 PRV NO. 88655 86268830 PRV NO. 88636 89308180 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Is the cord plugged in. Plug in cord. No Power, Nothing Circuit breaker tripped in building. Reset breaker Runs Faulty switch. Call for service. Faulty power cord or pigtail. Call for service. Vacuum Motor Will Not Vacuum circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 25 NOTES: 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...

  • Page 26: Frame Assembly

    FRAME ASSEMBLY (SEE PG. 5-13) (SEE PG. 27) 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...
  • Page 27 FRAME ASSEMBLY SERIAL NO. PART NO. PRV NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: FROM OPEN 86003620 34341 FRAME 86004340 39528 HOSE ASM, 1.5 BLK VAC X 15.5 86001660 41236 HUBCAP, 5/8" SHAFT 89308180 ELECTRICAL CABLE HARNESS 86311990 HINGE, 9.5" LG X .074 THK 86026150 53640 MOTOR ASM, BRUSH...

  • Page 28: Brush Assembly

    BRUSH ASSEMBLY 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...
  • Page 29 BRUSH ASSEMBLY SERIAL PART DESCRIPTION NOTES: 86003730 03110 AXLE, ROLLER 86001140 12514 BRUSH ASM, 15 IN 86000900 09019 BEARING, 1.125ODX.500IDX.375 86001100 11045 BELT, 180J6 MICRO-V 86227150 05158 ADAPTER BRUSH BRG. DIE CAST 86001300 140343 BRKT, BRUSH PULLEY 86001310 140351 BRKT, BRUSH HEIGHT 86003620 34341 FRAME...

  • Page 30: Pump Assembly

    PUMP ASSEMBLY 18 1 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...
  • Page 31 PUMP ASSEMBLY SERIAL NO. PART NO. PRV NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: FROM 86002470 22072 COUPLING, 1/4 ANCHOR W/1" HEX 86002480 22090 CONNECTOR, 1/8FPT X 1/4 TUBEQC 86003470 31072 ELBOW, SWIVEL, 1/4MPTX1/4TUBE 86003490 31074 ELBOW, SWIVEL, 3/8MPTX3/8TUBEQC 86004570 44067 JET BODY, MINI PROMAX BODY 86241680 44073 JET, MINI PROMAX 9503...

  • Page 32: Vacuum Shoe Assembly

    VACUUM SHOE ASSEMBLY 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...
  • Page 33 VACUUM SHOE ASSEMBLY SERIAL NO. PART NO. PRV NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: FROM 86227350 05016 ARM, VAC SHOE PARALLEL 86234760 27674 COVER, ACCESSORY PORT 86005810 57245 NUT, 1/4-20 HEX NYLOCK SS 86006790 70351 SCR, 10-32 X 3/8 HHTR W/STAR 86275120 70360 SCR, 1/4-20 X.75 PPHMS PHIL 86006840 70390...

  • Page 34: Control Panel Assembly

    CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY (SEE PG. 5-13) 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...
  • Page 35 CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY SERIAL NO. PART NO. PRV NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: FROM 86066650 14020 TERMINAL BLOCK, 115V (3-4-3) 86001980 14700 BREAKER, 15A 250VAC 50VDC 86230210 14832 BREAKER, 6A VDE CIRCUIT 86002010 14942 BOOT, 3/8 CIRCUIT BREAKER 86234320 23679 CORD ASM, 14/3 X 22" YLW 86395150 COVER, FB8 PANEL 86237730...

  • Page 36: Solution Tank Assembly

    SOLUTION TANK ASSEMBLY 5-11 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...
  • Page 37 SOLUTION TANK ASSEMBLY SERIAL PART NO. PRV NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: 86233140 20041 CLAMP, 2.0" WORM GEAR 86233150 20042 CLAMP, 3/8 HOSE (D-SLOT) 86003080 27809 COVER, VAC MOTOR 86003090 27810 COVER, BELT 86235500 31081 ELBOW, 3/8 MPT X 3/8 TUBE, PLASTIC 86003790 35175 GASKET, TANK TO VAC COVER...

  • Page 38: Recovery Tank Assembly

    RECOVERY TANK ASSEMBLY 5-13 86342760 BRC 38/30 C...
  • Page 39 RECOVERY TANK ASSEMBLY SERIAL NO. PART NO. PRV NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: FROM 86002400 20064 CLAMP, 2.0" WORM GEAR X .312 86233140 20041 CLAMP, 2.0" WORM GEAR 86003330 28061 DOME ASM 86003110 27816 COVER, REC. TANK 86235280 28060 DOME 86003630 34351 FLOAT SHUT-OFF 86003910 35230...

  • Page 40: Suggested Spare Parts/Notes

    SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS SERIAL # PART NO. PRV NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: FROM 86001140 12514 BRUSH, ASM, 15 IN 86001100 11045 BELT, 180J6 MICRO-V 86000900 09019 BEARING, 1.125ODX.500IDX.375 86004570 44067 JET BODY, MINI PROMAX BODY 86241680 44073 JET, MINI PROMAX 9503 86026390 65201 PUMP ASM...

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