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  • Page 1 P/N: MANUALXCU www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved www.kaivac.com...
  • Page 2 01/18/24 Manual Update, Battery Information, Part Numbers, Images 01/13/25 Manual Update, Battery Information, Images NOTE: Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice Kaivac, Inc. 2680 Van Hook Ave. Hamilton, OH 45015 Customer/Technical Support 1-800-287-1136 Do not attempt to operate the machine before reading and understanding this manual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.0 Parts Diagrams and Specification 5.1 v ................26 ACUUM sseMbLy ARts iAgRAM 5.2 v ................27 ACUUM sseMbLy ARts iAgRAM 5.3 Q ..........27 UiCk hAnge oWeR AtteRy sseMbLy ARts iAgRAM www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 4: 1.0 Getting Started

    UNIVAC® (BATTERY) 1.2 W ARRAnty egistRAtion Thank you for purchasing a Kaivac unit. Please take a few moments to register your unit at kaivac.com/warranty. Why register? • Ensure your warranty coverage • Simplify warranty service in the future with your information on file •...
  • Page 5: L Imited Warranty P Rotection P

    • Please Note: using inappropriate chemicals constitutes misuse of these machines. These machines are not meant to be used with high-foaming or corrosive chemicals. Please check with your distributor or with Kaivac if you have questions about your chemical. Battery Program Details •...
  • Page 6: Mportant S Afety I Nstructions

    Inspect cord prior to use. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If unit is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left out- doors or dropped into water, do not use or charge and return unit to a Kaivac service center.
  • Page 7: Mportant S Afety I Nstructions (C Ontinued )

    DO NOT charge batteries outdoors. • DO NOT attempt to repair, service or modify the batteries or charger. Contact Kaivac Technical Support with any issues. • DO NOT short-circuit the battery or charger terminals with conductive items such as paper clips. This can deliver high current, resulting in heat and fire.
  • Page 8: Mportant S Afety I Nstructions (C Ontinued )

    SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CONSULT KAIVAC.COM FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING (THIS UNIT) IMPROPER USE OF UNIT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. When using an electrical unit, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ...
  • Page 9: Attery

    Replacement - End of Life: Rechargeable batteries eventually wear out. When your Kaivac Battery run time is less than 55% (i.e. 50 minutes for non-quick change and 33 minutes for Quick Change batteries), Kaivac recommends replacing your battery. Regardless of run time, contact Kaivac to replace your battery after 4 years.
  • Page 10: H Elmet A Ddendum

    If your unit does not have the chemical-resistant plastic protective helmet, immediately inspect the lithium-ion battery of your Univac unit for any damage or cracking. To view the battery, the operator should temporarily move aside the battery/splash cover in order to visually inspect the battery housing for any type of physical damage including cracks, dents, missing pieces, or holes.
  • Page 11: Rounding Nformation

    This unit comes with a grounded attachable extension cord. If damaged, replace with Kaivac® (OEM) cord, or if necessary an equivalent cord rated 120V, 15 amps, 3-wire, 14 GA. This cord must be attached and mechanically secured using the provided cord connector to use the unit.
  • Page 12: Rounding I Nformation (C Ontinued )

    1.0 Getting Started 1.7 g RoUnding nfoRMAtion ontinued Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is the correct size for your unit. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
  • Page 13: Attery H Ousing And

    Push key IN and rotate Key needs to be in Once in place, turn key clockwise to OFF to lock in place. counter clockwise to the unlock position to Unlock. remove. www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 14: T Ool Arrangement

    2.0 Setup/Assembly 2.2 t RRAngeMent *Corded Only* Spreader Power Cord (MFHNDLSA) (EXT15) Vac Wand (OFVW1P) With GRTBRUSH (OFVW1PGB) 8 ft. Vac Hose (FS8) 25 ft. Vac Hose (FS25) Squeegee Head (CVS12SFS) Customer/Technical Support P a g e ǀ 1-800-287-1136...
  • Page 15: Reparation Or Se

    Do not use if Float Cage is not in place. Check unit for all tools and supplies needed to complete task. See Tool Arrangement in Section 2.2 of this Manual. www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 16: Reparation Or Se Ontinued

    If using chemical, locate the vac head and remove to reveal inside of water tank. Insert Kaivac chemical pouch into the water tank. If using a bulk chemical, use only Kaivac approved chemicals and ensure proper dilution of chemical is used.
  • Page 17: F Illing The U Nit

    CAUTION: Before filling the unit’s water tank with water or solution, ensure the spigot is in the “OFF” position. Fill the tank with water and recommended amount of Kaivac approved Chemicals. Follow the proper dilution instructions on bottles or dispenser. For accuracy and convenience, use Kaivac proportioned chemical packets.
  • Page 18: U Ni V Ac ® O Peration

    ® o peRAtion Cleaning with the OmniFlex Univac in Dispense-and-Vac mode is better, safer and faster than cleaning with a mop. You apply fresh cleaning solution to the floor, spread and lightly brush into grout lines, then vacuum away all soils and liquids.
  • Page 19: Achine Attery Aintenance

    • DO NOT charge batteries outdoors. • DO NOT attempt to repair, service or modify the batteries or charger. Contact Kaivac Technical Support with any issues. • DO NOT use a battery that has been damaged in any way. DO NOT incinerate the battery even if it is non-working or severely damaged.
  • Page 20: Dc B Attery Qc P Ower P Ack E Lectrical D Iagram

    14 GA (-) device 36V DC CHARGER Associated Machines AUTOVACBATTS, AUTOVACBATTSI, ODVQCBATT, ODVQCBATTI, XCS008, UV3D00. XCU004, XCU005, Input: Kaivac, Inc. 120 VAC 2680 Van Hook Ave. 1.4 Amps Hamilton, OH 45015 2-wire SJT Omniflex 36VDC W/IOT cable with IEC Drawn By:...
  • Page 21: Lectrical D Iagram

    3.3 AC C oRded LeCtRiCAL iAgRAM INSIDE VAC HEAD Black (N) White (N) Black (N) 120VAC PLUG Black (L) Black (L) Green/Yellow Striped Green (GND) (GND) VACUUM MOTOR Black (L) www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 22: Ips

    2. Cleaning Chemicals may be producing too much foam. Use correct Chemicals. • Other Issues? Contact Technical Support Phone: United States and Canada: 1-800-287-1136 International: 1-513-887-4600 Email: info@kaivac.com For Technical Support Contact Form go to: https://www.kaivac.com/contactus.php and choose Technical Support tab. 4.2 R epLACeMent onthLy The following tasks should be performed monthly to keep your unit operating at peak performance.
  • Page 23: Roubleshooting

    Moisture from exhaust Water in blow hose Dry blow line Blow Dry System Suction, not blow action Vacuum hose connected to Reconnect to vac motor exhaust vac tank hose www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 24: Roubleshooting (C Ontinued )

    4.0 Troubleshooting and Upkeep 4.3 t RoUbLeshooting ontinued Always unplug unit before inspecting or servicing the unit, including accessing electrical component AREA PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Out of water Fill water tank Gun nozzle plugged Remove orifice with Allen wrench and clean Air in pump (vapor lock) Use power prime technique...
  • Page 25: Roubleshooting (C Ontinued )

    Check wheels for wear/ tightly replace Battery Sparks/Burning/Fire/Smoke Damage to battery or Disconnect battery from charger, if possible. Unplug charger charger, if possible. Stop use immediately. STOP USE IMMEDIATELY www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 26: Acuum 5.2

    8/32 IN. INSERT FOR MOLDS (AC ONLY) OFCSTR OMNIFLEX 3 INCH CASTER VHDTY VAC HOSE DRIP TRAY GP0022 UNIVAC CHASIS FRAME CSS208 8 X 1/2 SS TRUSS SCREW CSS364 1/4-10 X 1 1/4 IN PLASTITE PAN TORX COHA00 POWDER COATED HANDLE...
  • Page 27: Arts D Iagram

    3/8 ID SHAFT COLLAR HWM005 3/8 ID X 1/2 RUBBER GROMMET HWM006 SNAP GRIP HOSE CLAMP .30 MIN .36 MAX BINTBASE PLUG BASE HEPC07 CHARGER EXTENSION * International units only www.kaivac.com P a g e ǀ ©2025 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
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