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CONDENSER-NEEDLE™
COIL CLEANER
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Copyright 2012 SpeedClean., Stamford, CT U.S.A.
Effective Date: June 15, 2015
SpeedClean is a registered trademark of Crossford International.
SpeedClean reserves the right to improve products; contact the factory for the latest configuration and
uses.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this SPEEDCLEAN Condenser Needle™ Coil Cleaner. We appreciate your
business and look forward to serving you in the future. As with all SPEEDCLEAN products, you can
be assured that the finest quality components and workmanship have gone into this machine.
Please take a few minutes to read the following Operating and Maintenance Instructions. By carefully
following the instructions, you will obtain years of trouble free service from this product. Please pay
particular attention to the safety instructions and exercise caution when using this machine.
Table of Contents
General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................. 4
Specific Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Checklist ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................................... 6
Storing ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Care Tips ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Specifications .............................................................................................................................................. 8
Parts List ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Warranty
This item has been carefully tested and inspected at the factory and is warranted to be free from
defects in material or workmanship. The company will, under this warranty, repair or replace any
parts which prove, upon examination, to be defective. This warranty is F.O.B. factory and is valid for
one year from date of purchase by original purchaser.
This warranty does not include unusual wear, abuse, damage resulting from accident, or
unreasonable use of this machine. Any repair made by others automatically voids this warranty.
For repairs or warranty information DO NOT contact the place of purchase. Call SpeedClean directly
at the phone number below.
404 West Avenue * Stamford, CT 06902 * (203) 359-1234 * (888) 700-3540
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General Safety Rules
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Work Area
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2. Personal Safety
Do not spray on electrical items – Possible electrocution or damage.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating. Do not use tool
while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication
Do no overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Gloves and any other equipment as required.
3. Tool Use and Care
Do not force tool.
Store tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition
that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories
that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
4. Service
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
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Specific Safety Rules
Wear proper clothing: Protect yourself! Wear rubber gloves, rubber boots, etc. Wear eye and face
protection, goggles or face-shield. Coil cleaning chemicals may cause injuries to the eyes and skin.
Protect yourself from direct skin contact with the chemicals found in this environment. Remember
that water splatter can send these chemicals toward you, so, again, protect yourself.
Environment: Make sure that there is adequate ventilation into the work area. Do not operate in
areas where flammable gases or liquids are present.
Changing hoses and/or nozzles: ALWAYS turn water off when changing hoses or nozzles. Never hold
onto nozzle or point it at anyone when water is turned on.
Job Completion: Always disconnecting water supply. Rinse unit with water before storing.
Maintenance: Keep unit clean and dry to maximize performance and longevity. Follow maintenance
outlined in this manual, such as checking for weak spots, leaks, slices or cuts in hose, replace nozzles
when worn. Additional maintenance details follow in this manual.
Safety Checklist
Do’s
Keep this manual with the unit at all times.
Always run clean water through the unit after using the chemical injection system.
Always relieve pressure in the spray gun and hose after use, and prior to transporting or storing.
Always secure the unit while transporting to prevent it from damage.
Always be extra careful when not on level, secure ground.
Keep operational area clear of all persons.
Use only SPEEDCLEAN recommended attachments.
Don’ts
Don’t use the Condenser Needle
assembled, or is damaged. Always inspect the unit to ensure there are no leaks.
Don’t operate without eye protection.
Don’t assume chemical compatibility – if a chemical other than SpeedyFoam
ensure that the chemical will not damage the internal components. A full chemical compatibility
check must be done first. CAUTION! IF YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT CHEMICAL COMPATABILITY CALL
SPEEDCLEAN AT ONCE BEFORE PUTTING CHEMICAL THROUGH THE CONDENSER NEEDLE™
Don’t point spray lance at people or animals as this unit discharges a high-pressure stream that
may contain chemicals.
Don’t use the unit with combustible fluids.
Don’t use the unit in an environment or on objects that are above 175° F (79° C).
Don’t use unit with children in the immediate area.
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if it is not in a good operating condition, is not completely
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is used you must
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Operating Instructions
Assembly
Connect wand to spray gun and insert siphon tube into chemical container.
Pre-Operation Checklist
Check for adequate water and chemical supply.
Check nozzles and make sure orifices are not blocked or worn to excess.
Check pressure hose for wear or kinks.
Check all connections.
Normal Usage
1. The Condenser Needle
approximately 0 (no chemical) through 16 to 1. It will inject chemical from a separate chemical
container.
2. Insert Condenser Needle
reverse direction from the operational flow.
3. The Condenser Needle
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is equipped with a chemical injection system, variable at a ratio of
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into coil and clean from the inside to outside blowing the debris in
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can rotate while in use for universal spray direction.
4. Apply SpeedFoam then start rinsing from where chemical application started.
5. Control the chemical application by rolling the restricting wheel up or down to allow 16:1, water to
chemical respectively, or turn it off completely (No Chemical).
6. Run clean water through the unit after using the chemical injection.
7. Always turn off water and relieve the pressure by pointing the spray gun lance in a safe direction
and squeezing the spray gun trigger.
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Storing
1. Before storing the unit, run clean water through for at least 10 seconds and drain water from
hoses.
Care Tips
Be careful with hose against sharp edges. Sharp edges can scrape, slice and generally damage hose
quickly. While hose is easily replaced, it pays to take care by buffering sharp edges with tape,
cardboard, etc., to maximize its useful life.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Probable Cause
Remedy
No water when spray gun
trigger is squeezed
Water is not turned on
Hoses and/or nozzle clogged
Turn water on
Check hoses and nozzles for clogs
Low water pressure or flow
Restricted valves, nozzle or hoses
Low input flow or pressure
Open all valves completely; check hoses
and nozzles for debris.
Check for other valves that are not
completely open.
No Chemical
Siphon hose control valve closed
Siphon hose strainer clogged
Siphon clogged
Hose kinked
Water flow too low
Roll control valve wheel
Clear any clogs
Clean siphon
Check hose for pinch bends
Make sure all valves are completely open
Leaks
Worn seals
Debris caught in seal
Replace seals
Clear debris
Specifications
Maximum Pressure: 100 PSI
Flow @ 50 PSI. 3.3 GPM
Maximum Water temperature: 160 °F
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8918 Sleeve
6032
¼ Hose Barb
9650-2
Clamp
QDN-MA2
Male Connector
7060-1
Braided Hose
15” long
8919
Clamp
Assembly
Completed
This end
8916
Needle Wand
HWSS-3237SHSS8916
Set Screw
Condenser Needle Parts List
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8915
Flow Control
8932
Clear Hose
8 Feet Long
8914-1
Spring Strainer
8914
Siphon
8966
Spray Gun
1543
Washer
Check
Valve
(2)1543
Washers
1543
Washer
8943-4
¼ to ¾ FGH
Connector
917
Nipple
QDN-FA2
Female Connector
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We Are Here to Serve You!
For Sales & Service Call: 888-700-3540
404 WEST AVENUE, STAMFORD, CT 06902, USA
Toll-Free Tel: 888-700-3540
Internet: www.SpeedClean.com
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