Operating instructions NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 107140811 C
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NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL Contents Symbols used to mark instructions .............................................................................................2 1 Important safety instructions .............................................................................................2 2 Description 2.1 2.2 Purpose.................................................................................4 Operating elements...............................................................
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL Symbols used to mark instructions Safety instructions in these operating instructions which must be observed to prevent risks to persons are marked with this danger symbol. This indicates tips and instructions to simplify work and to ensure safe operation. his symbol is used T to mark safety instructions that must be observed to prevent damage to the machine and its performance.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL CAUTION! High-pressure water jets can be dangerous if misused. The jet must not be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or the cleaner itself. Wear appropriate protective clothing and eye protection. Do not direct the jet towards yourself or towards other persons in order to clean clothes or footwear. During operation of the cleaner, recoil forces are produced at the gunvalve and spray lance and, when the spray lance is held at an angle, a torque is also created.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL Electrical equipment CAUTION! Never spray electrical equipment with water: risk of electtrical shock and short-circuit. The cleaner may only be connected to a correctly installed plug socket. Switching on the cleaner may cause voltage fluctuations. Voltage fluctuations should not occur if the impedance at the transfer point is less than 0.15Ω. If in doubt ask your local electricity supplier.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 2.2 Operating elements 13 Display (Temperature or Codes) 14 Temperature control Spray lance 15 Low fuel indicator Spray lance storage 16 Low Nilfisk-ALTO AntiStone Control panel (Anti-Scale) indicator Crank handle for 17 Service interval due/expired High pressure hose reel 18 Pump oil low (Neptune ..X)1) 19 Detergent metering knob Cord reel (Neptune ..
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 3.3 Install Crank handle for high pressure hose reel/cord reel 1. Pull cap of crank in arrow direction. 2. Align tabs on crank with slot in axle. 3. Put crank on axle of high pressure hose reel/cord reel. 4. Fix crank by pushing the cap. 3.4 Fill up detergent tanks 1. Fill up detergent tanks (A) and (B) with prediluted detergent. Capacity see chapter 9.4 Technical Data A 3.5 Fill up tank for NilfiskALTO AntiStone (AntiScale) 3.6 Antiscale B 1.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 3.7 Fill up fuel tank With the machine cold, turned off and disconnected from power supply: NOTE The fuel must be free from contamination. Tank capacity see chapter 9.4 Technical data. NOTE! At temperatures below 8°C (46°F), the fuel oil begins to solidify (paraffin precipitation). This can lead to difficulties in starting the burner. Before the winter 3.8 Connecting the high pressure hose 3.8.1 Machines with high pressure hose reel1) B A 3.8.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 3.9 1. Attach quick connect adapter found with Owners Manual to the water supply hose. 2. Rinse the water supply hose briefly in order to prevent sand an other dirt particles entering into the machine. 3. Attach water supply hose with adapter to inlet quick connector. 4. Open water supply faucet. Water supply hose should be a reinforced hose and have a minimum inside diameter of 3/4" (19 mm). Connecting the water supply NOTE! See chapter 9.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 4.2 Switching on the cleaner 4.2.1 Cold water operation / Hot water operation (up to 100°C) NOTE! The cleaner switches off automatically twenty seconds after the spray gun has been closed. To start the cleaner again, squeeze the trigger and the machine will start automatically. 4.2.2 Steam operation (over 100°C (212°F)) Beware of hot water and steam discharge up to 150°C when operating in steam stage. 4.3 Pressure regulation (Tornado Lance) 1.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 4.5 Using cleaning agents 1% 1% 3% 3% 5% ca. 5% ca. psi bar B 2 3 40 1 A The percentage shown in the illustration are only approximate data. For special applications such as disinfection, the exact detergent concentration has to be determined by using a graduated measuring container. For water outlet volume of the machine see chapter 9.4 technical data. 1. Select desired detergent (A) or (B) and amount by turning the knob to desired percentage. 2.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 5 Applications and methods 5.1 Techniques Efficient high pressure cleaning is achieved by following a few guidelines, combined with your own personal experience of specific cleaning tasks. Accessories and detergents, when correctly chosen, can increase the efficiency of your pressure washer. Here is some basic information about cleaning. 5.1.1 Soaking Encrusted or thick layers of dirt can be loosened or softened up by a period of soaking.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 5.2 Some typical cleaning tasks 5.2.1 Agriculture Task Accessories Method Stables Pig Pens, Sties Chemical Foam Injec- 1. Soaking – apply foam to all surfaces (bottom to top) tors and wait for approx. 30 minutes. Foam lance 2. Remove the dirt from surfaces with the high pressure Cleaning of walls, Powerspeed lance lance or chosen accessory. Again, clean from bottom floors and equip- Floor Cleaner to top on vertical surfaces. ment 3.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 5.2.3 Buildings and Equipment Task Accessories Method General surfaces Foam injectors Stand- 1. Apply thick foam over the surfaces to be cleaned. Apply ard lance on dry surfaces. Apply from top to bottom on vertical Metallic equipment Curved lances surfaces. Let the foam act for up to 30 minutes for the Tank cleaning optimal effect. head 2. Proceed with cleaning using the high pressure lance. Use applicable accessories.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 6 After using the cleaner 6.1 Switching off the cleaner 1. Turn the main switch to position „OFF“. 2. Turn off water supply at faucet. 3. Squeeze the spray gun trigger until the pressure has bled off. 4. Slide trigger lock to the locked position. 6.2 1. Turn the main switch to position „OFF“. 2. Turn off water supply at faucet. 3. Squeeze the spray gun trigger until the pressure has bled off. 4. Slide trigger lock to the locked position. 5.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 7 Maintenance 7.1 Maintenance Schedule Weekly Every six months or 500 operating hours After the first 50 operating hours As required 7.2.1 Water filters n 7.2.2 Fuel filter n 7.2.3 Checking the pump oil quality 7.2.4 Changing the pump oil n n n 7.2.5 Emptying the fuel oil tank n 7.2.6 Flame Sensor n 7.2 Maintenance work 7.2.1 Water filters Water filters are fitted at the water and pump inlets to prevent large particles of dirt from entering into the system. 1.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 7.2.3 Checking the pump oil quality 1. Check color of pump oil. If the oil has a grey or white shade, change the oil (see chapter 7.2.4) 2. Top off oil level with fresh oil if necessary. Oil type see chapter 9.4 Technical Data. 7.2.4 Changing the pump oil 1. Unscrew the oil drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container. 2. Check that the drain plug gasket is in place and reinstall drain plug. 3. Fill pump with proper grade and amount of oil.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 8 Troubleshooting 8.1 Indications on Display Indication on Display FLF FLO Cause > Flow sensor fault Contact Nilfisk-ALTO Service Cold water operation possible > Water supply turned off or inadequate supply • to machine Required volume flow and pressure see chapter 9.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 8.2 Indication lights on control panel Indication light Remedy flashing > see FLO • see FLO ON > Low fuel level • > Low Nilfisk-ALTO AntiStone (Anti-Scale) level Service interval: Service due in 20 hours • Fill fuel tank Cold water operation possible Fill Nilfisk-ALTO AntiStone (AntiScale) tank Contact Nilfisk-ALTO Service flashing 8.
NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 9 Further information 9.1 Recycling the cleaner Make the old cleaner unusable immediately. 1. Unplug the cleaner and cut the power cord. Do not discard of electrical appliances with household waste. As specified in European Directive 2002/96/EC on old electrical and electronic appliances, used electrical goods must be collected separately and recycled ecologically. Contact your local authorities or your nearest dealer for further information. 9.
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NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL 9.4 Technical Data NEPTUNE 5-50 FA SPECIAL Voltage 200 V / 3~ / 50Hz Voltage 200 V / 3~ / 60Hz Voltage 230 V / 1~/ 60Hz Voltage 400 V / 3~ / 50Hz Voltage 400/230 V / 3~ / 50Hz Voltage 220/440 V / 3~ / 60Hz Fuse Power rating Power consumption EU A 13 kW 6 / 6.1 A 10.
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