TECNO.MEC SYMBOL Operating Instructions Manual

Hot water cleaner

Operating instructions

IMPORTANT: Read this booklet carefully

TECNOMEC S.r.l.

Casalgrande (RE) - Italy

INDEX

Notice...................................................................................... page 2

Warranty regulations................................................................ page 2

Presentation............................................................................. page 3

Conditions of use...................................................................... page 3

Technical features.................................................................... page 3

General view............................................................................ page 4

Improper use............................................................................ page 5

Wrong use................................................................................ page 5

Packing and transport............................................................... page 5

Marking and identification......................................................... page 6

Conformity declaration.............................................................. page 6

Installation and starting............................................................. page 7

Normal use of the machine....................................................... page 8

Prohibited operations - safety regulations................................. page 10

Maintenance, inspections and controls...................................... page 13

Demolition of the machine........................................................ page 15

Ecological information.............................................................. page 15

Troubleshooting........................................................................ page 16

Wiring diagram......................................................................... page 17

Main internal view..................................................................... page 20

NOTICE

This handbook is an integral and essential part of the product which, as provided by directive
98/37 CE, will be consigned to the user in order to ensure the training/information for personnel.
Carefully read the notices of this handbook because they give important infomation concerning
safe installation, use and maintenance.
The manufacturer does not assume responsibility for damage caused by improper use of the
machine.
Carefully preserve this handbook for any further consultation.
Make sure of the model of your cleaner by reading the details on the identification tag on the
machine.
Upon delivery, inspect the machine for all accessories and for damage which may have
occured during transport.
Complaints will be accepted only in writing within eight (8) days from delivery.

WARRANTY REGULATIONS

1) Your SYMBOL cleaner is guaranteed against material defects for a period of six (6)
months after the date of purchase. Parts deteriorating due to normal wear (pistons,
grommets, gaskets and electrical parts) are not covered under warranty. Repairs made
by unauthorised persons invalidate the warranty.

2) Obligations of the manufacturer are restricted to replacement of defective parts.
The manufacturer makes the ultimate decision concerning the replacement or repair of
defective parts. The warranty does not cover: transport charges and risks, removal and
installation of the machine, or other charges directly or indirectly connected with repair
of the product.

3) All repairs under warranty must be made by our technicians or by an authorized after­sales service representative. Repairs made by unauthorized persons will not be
refunded.
Unauthorised repairs leading to damage of the machine are not covered under
warranty.

4) Periodical checks, calibrations, maintenance and modifications are not under warranty.

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HOT WATER HIGH PRESSURE CLEANER

SYMBOL

Congratulations, you have chosen a cleaner of high quality and great performance.
The SYMBOL hot water cleaner will assist you professionally for all washing, descaling,
cleaning and sandblasting purposes.
SYMBOL cleaners are recommended for use in all fields of industry, agriculture, building
industry and tourism.
SYMBOL can give you an answer to all your cleaning requirements both hobby and
professional because it is light and handy, easy to use and easy to maintain.
The large range of versions perfectly fit each kind of use.

DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE

SYMBOL is a cold and hot water high pressure cleaner formed by a metal chassis with wheels
and a handle for moving; generator for the production of hot water; gas-oil burner; gas-oil tank;
duct for exhaust smokes; motor-pump for inlet of pressurized water,
electric system with plug; power cable and electric board for control; cover and washing lance
with gun (or other accessories).

CONDITIONS OF USE

USE

The cleaner has been designed and manufactured for the use in car-washing, body-shops,
industries, filling stations, farms, etc.
If the machine is used in closed rooms proper aeration and a good exhaust system is
necessary to avoid the risk of poisoning. To correctly execute these instructions, please contact
our authorised technical service center.

ENVIRONMENT

The electric plant IP 54 allows to use the machine

-OUTSIDE ON SMOOTH SURFACES

-IN A DAMP ENVIRONMENT

In all cases, to assure easy and safe manual handling it is necessary for the floor to be as
smooth as possible.The machine has not been designed to be pulled or towed trained by
mechanical devices.

TECHNICAL FEATURES

Model

Max.

pressure

Capacity

Motor power

Outlet water

max. temp.

Fuel tank

Volt

(Psi) (Gp.m) (KW) (°F) (Gal.) (Volt-Hertz)
Symbol 110/11 M. 1600 2,9 2,2 285 5,2 220-50
Symbol 110/11 T. 1600 2,9 2,2 285 5,2 380-50
Symbol 150/15 2200 4 4 285 5,2 380-50
Symbol 200/15 2900 4 5,5 285 5,2 380-50
Symbol 200/21 2900 5,5 7,4 285 5,2 380-50
Symbol 150/21 2200 5,5 5,5 285 5,2 380-50

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GENERAL VIEW

1) Washing lance

2) Gun/hose pipe fitting

3) Quick connection

4) Water feeding hose

5) Water feeding pipe fitting

6) Electric cable

7) Detrgent tap

8) “DETERGENT” label

9) “BAR” label

10) “Technical specification plate

11) “MODEL” label

12) “EC” label

13) “Pressure gauge

14) Control board

15) Exaust smoke device

16) Detergent tank

17) “WARNING” label

18) Handles

19) Cover

20) General switch

21) Fuel tank

22) Rotating wheel with brake

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The rigorous observance of the instructions contained in this handbook is the main condition for
a safe use of the cleaner. We will not be responsible for IMPROPER OR WRONG USE of our
machines. For your information the following are examples of
dangerous behaviour.

IMPROPER USE

Improper use is using the machine in manners for which it was not designed.

- USE IN ROOMS WHERE THERE IS DANGER OF EXPLOSION OR IN WHICH THERE
IS A FIRE HAZZARD (e.g. paint stores, near petrol pumps, in deposits of material such
as wood, straw, etc.)

- USE IN CLOSED ROOMS NOT PROPERLY
AIRED

- USE IN CLOSED ROOMS WITHOUT A
CONNECTION WITH AN EXHAUST DEVICE

- USE IN THE RAIN OR DURING
THUNDERSTORMS

- USE FOR CLEANING ANIMALS

- USE BY CHILDREN

- WASHING OF ANY OBJECT CONNECTED
TO AN ELECTRICAL NETWORK

- WASHING TYRES AT A DISTANCE OF
LESS THAN 30 CM. (the tyres can be
damaged from the jet of water and could explode)

- USE IN THE PRESENCE OF PEOPLE WHO COULD BE HIT BY DIRT OR PARTICLES
AS A RESULT OF THE HIGHLY PRESSURIZED STREAM OF WATER

WRONG USE

Using the machine without following the directions contained in this handbook is considered
wrong use (see also “Forbidden Operations”). Failure to observe these directions can represent
a risk to the operator or damage to the machine. The following are examples of unauthorized
use.

- WRONG CONNECTION/USE OF STANDARD EQUIPMENT

- WRONG SUCCESSION OF STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

- THE USE OF NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS

- USE OF FUEL DIFFERENT FROM GAS-OIL

- STARTING THE MACHINE WITH GAS-OIL TANK ON EMPTY

- REPAIRS MADE BY UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS

- MAINTENANCE MADE BY UNQUALIFIED PEOPLE

- USES FOR WHICH THE MACHINE HAS NOT BEEN
DESIGNED (see improper use)

- LACK OF MAINTENANCE

PACKING AND TRANSPORT

The machine is fixed to a wooden pallet and covered by a
corrugated board packaging which is fastened with a high
resistance plastic ribbon. The machine packed in this way can be
lifted also by a lift truck with forks. During shipment the container
must be protected from atmospheric agents, such as rain, fog,
sun, etc. The packed machine can be lifted by a lift truck or a
transpallet with the capcity of at least 200 Kg.
Please, verify that the capacity of the hoisting equipment is right. In case of further
transport, when it is not possible to use the original packaging, the machine must be
immobilized to avoid any shift inside the vehicle.
Put the machine on a smooth floor. When the machine is not used, store it in a room protected
from atmospheric agents.

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MARKING AND IDENTIFICATION

CONFORMITY DECLARATION

THE MANUFACTURER

Tecno.Mec Srl

Via Canale, 114 - Loc. Villalunga

42013 CASALGRANDE (RE) - ITALY

DECLARES THAT THE PRODUCTS:

WATER CLEANERS

SYMBOL

TO WHICH THIS DECLARATION REFERS, SATISFY THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIVES :

98/37/CE - 73/23/CEE - 89/336/CEE - 93/68/CEE

Tecno.Mec Srl

Managing director

MELIGA PIER PAOLO

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