WARNING: Do not use the machine without reading this manual
HOT WASHER
MODEL NO: HLS130
PART NO: 7320525
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
GC0314
Page 2
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Hot Washer.
The machine has been designed to use hot or cold water to clean any
surfaces which can stand the force of the high pressure water jet and the
action of the detergents used.
The machine must only be used for the purpose for which it was designed.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
LIST OF CONTENTS
The following items should be supplied in the carton. If any parts are missing or
damaged, please see your Clarke dealer where you purchased the machine.
WARNING: WATER AT HIGH PRESSURE CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN
CAUSE DAMAGE IF THE OPERATOR IS CARELESS. NEVER ALLOW ANYONE
TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNLESS THEY ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS.
1. WARNING: High pressure water jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse.
They must not be directed at animals or people in order to clean clothes.
2. WARNING: Never allow children or untrained personnel to use this product.
3. NEVER operate the pressure washer with any of the covers removed.
4. NEVER attempt any electrical or mechanical repairs to this pressure washer.
Always refer to your Clarke dealer.
5. NEVER supply any liquid other than water to the water inlet.
6. WARNING: Never use the detergent facility to introduce flammable
liquids/solvents, e.g. paint thinners, petrol, oil due to risk of explosion.
7. ALWAYS release any residual pressure in the machine by turning off the
water supply and operating the trigger, before disconnecting the hose.
8. ALWAYS keep the pressure washer itself dry and clear of water spray.
9. WARNING: Never direct the spray jet at the pressure washer itself or any
other electrical equipment.
10. ALWAYS wear protective clothing, safety shoes and safety glasses. Loose
particles & other debris may be propelled at high speed by the water jet.
11. ALWAYS hold the spray gun firmly & expect the gun to ‘kick’ when starting.
12. WARNING: Only use chemical cleaning agents (detergents), that are
approved for pressure washers. CLARKE Traffic Film Remover or CLARKE
Wash and WAX (available from your dealer), are recommended.
13. WARNING: Always disconnect from the electrical power supply and
remove the plug from the socket before carrying out user maintenance.
14. ONLY u se or ig in al sp ar e p ar ts fr om the Clarke service department.
15. WARNING: High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important
for the safety of the machine. Use only hoses, fittings and
couplings recommended by the manufacturer.
16. NEVER use the pressure washer if a power cable or important
parts of the pressure washer are damaged.
17. Use only clean Diesel Oil. NEVER use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinners,
alcohol or other highly flammable fuels.
18.WARNING: If an extension cable is used, the cable/plug must be fully
watertight. Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous.
WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly
before connecting the product to the mains supply.
Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity
supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is
designed to operate on 230VAC 1ph 50Hz. Connecting it to any other power
source may cause damage.
Connect the mains lead to a suitably fused 230V, 1 phase electrical supply via
a 16 Amp industrial 3-pin connector (to BSEN 60309-1/2).
IMPORTANT: A domestic 13Amp plug MUST NOT be fitted to this appliance.
The electrical supply connection shall be made by a suitably qualified
electrician and comply with IEC 60364-1.
As the colours of the wires in the power cable of this product may not
correspond with the markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as
follows.
If the colours of the wires in the power cable of this product do not correspond
with the markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as follows.
• The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked N.
• The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked L.
• The wire which is coloured Yellow and Green must be connected to the
terminal which is marked E or or coloured Green.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply
via a Residual Current Device (RCD).
FUSE RATING
The fuse rating for this pressure washer is 16Amps.
EXTENSION CABLES
If an extension cable is used, always ensure it is fully unwound. When used
outdoors, ensure that the extension cable is specifically designed for outdoor
use. Ensure that the cable is rated for the voltage and amperage of the
machine.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any repairs
yourself.
6. Replace the cover and tighten the securing screws
CAUTION: RUNNING THE PUMP WITH INSUFFICIENT OIL WILL CAUSE
DAMAGE
FILLING WITH FUEL
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area.
• Do not leave fuel within the
reach of children.
• Refuel carefully to avoid
spillages.
1. Remove the diesel filler cap and
fill the tank with diesel fuel.
• Maximum 22 litres.
2. Replace the diesel filler cap
securely.
WARNING: INCORRECT FUELS MUST NOT BE USED AS THEY MAY PROVE
HAZARDOUS.
FILLING WITH DETERGENT
If you intend to use the detergent injection facility:
1. Unscrew the Detergent Filler Cap
located at the front of the
machine and fill with detergent.
• Only use detergents
recommended for use with
pressure washers, such as
CLARKE Traffic Film Remover
which is a powerful ‘low
foaming’ agent for car
cleaning, patio cleaning etc.,
or CLARKE Wash & Wax, both
available from your CLARKE dealer. The use of unsuitable cleaning
agents may adversely affect the safety of the machine. Do not exceed
the correct operating temperature.
The pressure washer must never be connected to the drinking water supply
without using a system separator (also known as a backflow preventer)
available from most hardware stores.
Always follow the regulations of your local water supplier.
CAUTION: WATER THAT HAS FLOWED THROUGH A SYSTEM SEPARATOR IS
CONSIDERED NON-DRINKABLE.
1. Connect the water supply hose to
the inlet adaptor supplied with the
machine. A standard proprietary
hose is suitable.
2. Screw the inlet adaptor to the
water inlet as shown.
• It is recommended to use a
reinforced hose having an
inner diameter of at least 10
mm.
• The water supply must be able to deliver at least 15 l/min and have a
max inlet temperature of 65°C.
ASSEMBLING THE LANCE
1. Connect the spray lance to the gun assembly and tighten securely by
turning the locking ring.
1. The pressure washer should always be located on a firm level surface
where it is not exposed to extreme weather conditions such as strong wind,
freezing or rain.
2. It is recommended that where possible a partition be erected between the
wash area and the pressure washer to prevent accidental spraying of the
pressure washer. Moisture entering the machine may cause damage.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE PRESSURE WASHER INDOORS, OR IN
ENCLOSED AREAS WITHOUT ADEQUATE VENTILATION, OR IN AREAS
WHERE FLAMMABLE VAPOURS (PETROL, SOLVENTS ETC.) MAY BE PRESENT.
WARNING: IF THE PRESSURE WASHER IS TO BE USED IN AN ENCLOSED
AREA THE BURNER EXHAUST MUST BE VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE
ATMOSPHERE. THE USE OF A DRAFT REGULATOR IS RECOMMENDED. ALL
VENTING MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS AND LOCAL
ORDINANCES FOR SUCH INSTALLATIONS.
1. Ensure that the water supply is correctly connected and turned on.
WARNING: FAILURE TO TURN ON THE WATER FULLY COULD CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE PRESSURE WASHER.
2. Set the start switch (C) to ‘I’.
3. Release the trigger lock.
4. When using the machine for the
first time, let it run for a few
moments without the nozzle so
that any air bubbles or other
impurities are discharged.
5. Then re-fit the nozzle. pull the
trigger for a few seconds to
discharge any air contained in
the hose.
NOTE: When the trigger is pulled the
pressure of water will cause
the lance/gun assembly to
kick back suddenly.
6. The washer incorporates a total
stop system. When the trigger is
released the motor will stop. This
system is designed to protect the
motor and is also an important
safety feature.
USING THE WASHER AT DIFFERENT TEMPERATURES
WARNING: THE BURNER EXHAUST MUST BE VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE
ATMOSPHERE. ALL VENTING MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE
LAWS AND LOCAL ORDINANCES FOR SUCH INSTALLATIONS.
1. Set the Temperature Selector (B) to the required temperature.
2. Set the start switch (C) to ‘I’.
3. Ensuring that you have a firm footing and that you are also holding the gun
and spray lance firmly, pull the trigger on the gun to start water flow.
• The lance and gun will kick back when the trigger is first pulled.
• If heating of the water is required, the burner will light up to produce hot
water at the required temperature.
• The pressure washer is now ready for use.
• The machine should always be attended during hot wash operation.
4. Having used the pressure washer with hot water, set the temperature
selector to the minimum temperature and allow it to run with cold water for
a few moments before switching off.
5. At the end of the working session, switch off at the start switch (C) and by
pulling the trigger, to allow any residual pressure to be released.
USING DETERGENT
WARNING: IF OPERATING THE MACHINE WITH DETERGENT INCLUDING
CLARKE CLEANING PRODUCTS, TAKE CARE NOT TO SET THE MACHINE TO
OPERATING TEMPERATURES OF GREATER THAN 100
The detergent is applied by twisting
the cap on the lance as shown to
produce a wider spray pattern with
lower pressure, and then pulling the
trigger on the gun.
O
C.
When the nozzle is adjusted to a high
pressure and a narrow spray pattern,
the detergent flow is halted.
CAUTION: IF YOUR EYES COME INTO CONTACT WITH ANY CLEANING
FLUIDS, RINSE THEM IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF FRESH CLEAN WATER
AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IF REQUIRED.
• All repairs and maintenance operations must be carried out by
technically qualified personnel.
• All maintenance operations must be carried out with the machine on a
level floor while disconnected from the power and water supplies.
• Correct use and maintenance is necessary to guarantee the pressure
washer's reliability and best performance.
• The pressure washer requires regular checks to be carried out at the
following intervals. Please only use the correct spare parts as supplied by
your Clarke dealer.
DAILY (BEFORE EACH USE)
CHECK THE OIL LEVEL OF THE PUMP
1. See “Checking the oil” on page 7.
2. Check that the power cable is not damaged.
EVERY 2 WEEKS OR AFTER 50 HOURS WORKING
CLEAN THE WATER FILTER
1. Use a pair of square nosed pliers,
pull out the inlet water filter
located in the water inlet and
clean out any foreign matter.
reduce its efficiency. It will also restrict air flow through the coil, further
aggravating the soot build up.
Contact your CLARKE dealer or CLARKE International Service Dept on:
020 8988 7400 if de-sooting is required.
DE-COMMISSIONING PRODUCT
Should the product become completely unserviceable and require disposal,
draw off the oil into an approved container and dispose of the product and
the oil according to local regulations.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as
waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted,
taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is
compatible with the environment.
CONSUMABLES ETC
A range of suitable hoses, shampoo and traffic film remover are available
from your Clarke dealer.