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Form 1to8434_01, Rev. 2005
Kaivac · Cleaning machine

Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual

1to8434_01 Rev. 200546 pagesKaivac Original Manual (Serial Numbers 1-8434); Kaivac Original Manual (Serial Numbers 8435-8601) (Kaivac Original)
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Warranty Registration Form

Free gift with completion of form‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌​⁠​‍‌​‍‌‌​‍‌‌⁠‍​‍​​‍​​

In short This form registers the equipment purchase for warranty. The customer who bought the equipment completes it and mails or faxes it back within ten days of purchase.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌​⁠​‍‌​‍‌‌​‍‌‌⁠‍​‍​​‍​​

To be completed and mailed or faxed by the customer purchasing equipment.
Return this warranty card within ten days of purchase.

Purchased By:

Name ____ Title ____

Company ____

Street Address ____

City ____ State ____ Zip Code ____

Phone Number ____ Fax ____

Date Purchased ____ Name of Distributor ____

☐ KaiVac® ☐ KaiZen™
Serial Number ____

Does your system include a KaiTutor™? ☐ Yes ☐ No

Type of Business

  • ☐ School/University
  • ☐ Hospital/Health Care
  • ☐ Contract Cleaner
  • ☐ Industrial
  • ☐ Office
  • ☐ Other ____

Intended Uses (check all that apply):

  • ☐ Restroom Cleaning
  • ☐ Floor Stripping
  • ☐ Kitchen Cleaning
  • ☐ Carpet Extraction
  • ☐ Cleaning Around Machinery
  • ☐ Stairwell Cleaning
  • ☐ Locker and Shower Room
  • ☐ Hallway Cleaning
  • ☐ Classroom Cleaning
  • ☐ Other ____

Thank you very much for the information you have filled out for our records. As our way of saying thank you, we'd like to send you a free Microfiber KaiTowel.

Kaivac, Inc. · 401 South Third St. · Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Phone (513) 887-4600 · Fax (513) 887-4601 · Toll Free (800) 287-1136 · www.kaivac.com

© 2005 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved

MANUAL - VAC Rev. 04/7/05

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 1, used with permission. SES ref PF-LABT-WL4E‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌​⁠​‍‌​‍‌‌​‍‌‌⁠‍​‍​​‍​​
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CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

Certificate of Conformity

In short This certificate is Kaivac, Inc.'s declaration that the machine was made and tested to the listed safety standards and carries the CE Mark. It also lists the European and UK directives and regulations the machine complies with.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​‍​​​‌​⁠​​‌⁠​​​‌​‌​‌​​​​‌⁠⁠​⁠​​‍​​

We Kaivac, Inc.
401 S. Third Street
Hamilton, OH 45011 USA‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​‍​​​‌​⁠​​‌⁠​​​‌​‌​‌​​​​‌⁠⁠​⁠​​‍​​

Declare and Certify that the following product

Machine
Type/Model
Serial Number
Date of Manufacture

Has been manufactured using the following standards and specifications;
And has been inspected and tested at our works in accordance with the relative specifications and drawings with which they comply in all respects;
And has been affixed with the CE Mark in Compliance with the following standards and specifications:

  • BS EN 292-1:1991 Safety of Machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design. Part 1: Basic terminology, methodology.
  • BS EN 292-2:1991 Safety of Machinery - Basic concepts, general principles of design - Part 2: Technical principles and specifications.
  • BS EN 614-1:1995 Safety of Machinery - Ergonomic design principles - Part 1: Terminology and general principles.
  • BS EN 1050:1996 Safety of Machinery - Principles for risk assessment
  • BS EN 60204-1:1993 Safety of Machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1: Specification for general requirements.

and complies with the requirements of:

  • European Machinery directive 98/37/EC
  • UK Regulation 1992 no. 3073 - Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992, and as amended.
  • European Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EC and as amended by 93/68/EC.
  • UK Regulation 1994 no.3260 - Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Place of Issue401 S. Third Street, Hamilton, OH 45011 USA
Date of Issue
Signature
Printed Name
PositionQuality Manager
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 2, used with permission. SES ref PF-6EW3-O4B6‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​‍​​​‌​⁠​​‌⁠​​​‌​‌​‌​​​​‌⁠⁠​⁠​​‍​​
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Filter Screen Cleaning Procedure

Filter Screen Cleaning Procedure

In short This page shows how to find, remove, clean and refit the machine's filter screen. The bowl cover is turned counterclockwise and lifted off, the filter is pulled out and flushed with water until it flows freely, and a filter that cannot be cleaned is replaced.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‍⁠​‍⁠​​⁠​‍‍‍⁠⁠⁠​​‌‌‍‍‍​
Front base of the KaiVac machine with a hand at the filter housing located below the wrapped vac hose

KaiVac filter is located on the base below the vac hose wrap on front of machine.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‍⁠​‍⁠​​⁠​‍‍‍⁠⁠⁠​​‌‌‍‍‍​

Left side of the KaiZen machine showing the filter between the water supply tank and the hood assembly, with the hose wrapped alongside

KaiZen filter is located on the left side of machine between water supply tank and the hood assembly.

Filter housing with curved arrows showing the bowl cover being rotated counterclockwise to remove it

Rotate bowl cover counterclockwise to remove.

Bowl cover lifted straight up off the filter housing, with an upward arrow

Lift bowl cover up and remove.

Filter pulled straight up and out of the open housing, with an upward arrow

Pull filter up and out.

Hands holding the filter screen open end up against a sink faucet spout to flush debris from the inside out, with a drain below

Place filter screen with the open end up against spout of sink fixture or water source and turn on the water flushing debris from the inside out. Continue flushing until water flows freely thru filter. Filter is clean if one can blow freely thru it.

Replace cleaned filter reversing the procedure above. If filter cannot be cleaned replace with new one.

DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE WITHOUT FILTER.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 3, used with permission. SES ref PF-YRGD-ULZN‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​​⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‍⁠​‍⁠​​⁠​‍‍‍⁠⁠⁠​​‌‌‍‍‍​
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OPERATOR MANUAL

Winterize your Kaivac Equipment

In short Machines that may be exposed to freezing temperatures should be winterized between uses. This is done by running windshield wiper fluid through the water tank and pump until the fluid comes out of the spray gun.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‌​​​​‌​⁠​​⁠​⁠​⁠‍⁠‍⁠‍‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‌​​⁠‌

Your Kaivac machinery should be winterized between uses if it is to be exposed to freezing temperatures. To winterize your machine, pour 1/2 gallon of windshield wiper fluid into the empty water tank. Aim the spray gun into the water tank. Run the pump and spray the gun until the fluid begins running through.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‌​​​​‌​⁠​​⁠​⁠​⁠‍⁠‍⁠‍‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‌​​⁠‌

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 4, used with permission. SES ref PF-HBJ5-AAK2‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‌​​​​‌​⁠​​⁠​⁠​⁠‍⁠‍⁠‍‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‌​​⁠‌
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COVER

KaiVac Operator's Manual

Serial Number:‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‌‌​​​‌​⁠​​​⁠​‍‌⁠⁠‍⁠‍‌⁠​‌⁠⁠⁠‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​

Date of Purchase:

Source of Purchase (Distributor):

KaiVac Incorporated
401 South Third Street
Hamilton, Ohio 45011
phone: 800-287-1136
fax: 513-887-4601
kaivac.com

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE KAIVAC CLEANING SYSTEM

© 2005 Kaivac, Inc. All Rights Reserved

MANUAL - VAC Rev. 04/7/05

Line drawing of the KaiVac cleaning system on wheels, with a scrub brush on a long handle on the left, a hose with a squeegee-style vacuum tool on the right, a tank, a bottle on top and coiled hoses in between
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 5, used with permission. SES ref PF-7LT2-D5BV‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‌‌​​​‌​⁠​​​⁠​‍‌⁠⁠‍⁠‍‌⁠​‌⁠⁠⁠‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1

PageTopic
1Introduction
2-3Safety Precautions
4Limited Warranty Protection Plan
5-16S.I.M.P.L.E Operation
17Optional Uses
18Chemical Injection Chart
19Routine Maintenance
20-22Trouble Shooting Guide
24Water Airflow Schematic
25Wiring Diagram

SECTION 2

PageTopic
1-2-3-4-5Parts list
6External View
7Internal View
8CVS12 Squeegee Tool
SUBEB2001 Electrical Box
9SUBGA Gun Assem.
SUBFL Float Shutoff
10SUBSP Standpipe
Water Filters
11SUBIQD Chemical Injector
SUBWHR Water return / T Connect
12SUBPA Pump Motor Assem
Unloader Check Valve
13SUBCE Carpet Extractor
KAIMOP
14Upholstery Tool
Muffler
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 6, used with permission. SES ref PF-KC6D-JWUX‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‌‍​​​‌​⁠​​​‍⁠⁠‌⁠​​‌‍‌⁠⁠‌‍‌​‍‌‌⁠⁠⁠‍
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SECTION 1

SECTION 1

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 7, used with permission. SES ref PF-4E72-NAK4‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‌⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‍‌​​‌‌‌‍​‍​⁠​​⁠‌‍‍​‌‍⁠‌‍
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Introduction

Introduction

INSPECTION

In short Unpack the machine and check it for shipping damage. If you find any, contact KaiVac right away, and note that all returns need a Return Authorization Number (RAN).‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍​​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‌​‍‍‍‍‍​‌‍⁠‍‍‌‌‍⁠⁠⁠⁠‌​

Carefully unpack and inspect your new KaiVac cleaning machine for shipping damage. Each unit is tested and thoroughly inspected before shipping. For instructions regarding any shipping damage, contact KaiVac immediately. All returns must have a Return Authorization Number (RAN).‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍​​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‌​‍‍‍‍‍​‌‍⁠‍‍‌‌‍⁠⁠⁠⁠‌​

WARNINGS

  • DO NOT operate with a frayed, worn or damaged cord.
  • DO NOT use to pick up flammable or combustible materials.
  • DO NOT run the pump without water in the water tank.
  • DO NOT use hot water.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

THE KAIVAC MUST BE GROUNDED. If it should malfunction or stop working, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current, thereby reducing the risk of electrical shock. The KaiVac is also supplied with a ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) to reduce danger of electric shock. It must be maintained and tested regularly. This unit is equipped with a cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted in an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Cutting off the ground wire or using a cord that is not equipped with a ground plug will void the warranty on the unit, and KaiVac will accept NO responsibility associated with the unit.

Improper connection of the equipment grounding connector conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you doubt the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the KaiVac. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 8, used with permission. SES ref PF-U5ZM-SDL4‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍​​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‌​‍‍‍‍‍​‌‍⁠‍‍‌‌‍⁠⁠⁠⁠‌​
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Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions

In short This section lists the safety rules for using the KaiVac: get trained, use it only as intended, and protect yourself and the building. Use a GFCI at all times, wear gloves, eye protection and ear protection, and use it only on water-resistant surfaces.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍‌​​​‌​⁠​​‍⁠⁠​‍​⁠​‌‍​⁠​‍​‌‍‌‌⁠‌‌‍‌

Equipment Warning

  • Read all instructions to ensure safe operation of the KaiVac.

Training

  • Proper training is required before using the KaiVac. Contact your authorized KaiVac distributor for training information.
  • Instruction placards are attached to each KaiVac and should not be removed. These placards show proper cleaning procedures and safety precautions.

Equipment Use

  • Do not use the equipment in a manner that it was not intended for by the manufacturer.
  • See S-I-M-P-L-E Operation section for proper use of the equipment.

Spray Gun

  • Never point the spray gun at people.

Prevention of Electrocution –

  • Use the ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) with the KaiVac at all times.
  • Test the GFCI before each use.
  • Do not spray liquid from the KaiVac onto electrical outlets or on any electrical devices.

Personal Protection –

  • Wear gloves, eye protection and ear protection when operating the KaiVac.

Prevention of Water Damage to Buildings

  • The KaiVac is to be used on water-resistant building surfaces only. These include concrete, terrazzo, ceramic tile and quarry tile.
  • The KaiVac may be used for stripping on vinyl-composite tile floors, but daily cleaning of resilient flooring using the KaiVac is not recommended.
  • Never overflow the water tank or the vacuum recovery tank.
  • Discontinue use if any leaks occur in the KaiVac.
CAUTION: Prior to cleaning, always inspect area to ensure that the surfaces to be cleaned are water-safe. In addition, check for poor construction, damaged walls and floors, missing or damaged tiles or grout, missing or insufficient caulk, and loose wall coverings. If problems are discovered, resolve them prior to cleaning in order to avoid any harm that may result from exposure to water or cleaning solution.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 9, used with permission. SES ref PF-S5MW-U2NM‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍‌​​​‌​⁠​​‍⁠⁠​‍​⁠​‌‍​⁠​‍​‌‍‌‌⁠‌‌‍‌
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SAFETY

Chemical Use

In short This page lists safety rules for using chemicals, the power cord and the machine itself. Use only approved chemicals, keep chemicals out of the water tank, handle the cord properly, and do not run the pump dry or with hot water.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍‍​​​‌​⁠​​​‍‍​‍⁠​‌​​​‍‌⁠‌​‌‍‌​​‌‍‌
  • Only use chemicals approved for use with the KaiVac. Use of non-Kaivac Will reduce warranty and may cause machine damage.
  • Turn Chemical line off when not in use.
  • Keep the appropriate chemical MSDS sheets on hand at all times.
  • Cleaning chemicals should not be put in the water tank (with the exception of KaiDri in small amounts). Cleaning chemicals in the water tank can cause operator harm and machine damage because of the following:
    • Chemicals in the water tank must pass through the pump which may cause premature pump failure. Use of chemicals in the water tank voids the warranty.
    • Chemicals in the water tank will be aerosolized and may harm the operator.

Electrical

  • Do not pull the KaiVac by the cord or use the cord as a handle. Do not close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
  • DO NOT pull on the cord to unplug. Grasp the plug at the outlet and pull.
  • Turn off the unit before unplugging.
  • Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.

Machine Integrity

  • Do not run the pump dry. This will void the machine warranty.
  • Do not run hot water through the pump. This can cause pump cavitation and will void the warranty.
  • Always be sure the water tank and water line filters are clear of debris. Running the pump with clogged filters can cause pump damage.
  • Replace any damaged cords before use.
  • Replace any damaged hoses before use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Violation of any of these instructions may void any and all warranties
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 10, used with permission. SES ref PF-IYFE-FCF7‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍‍​​​‌​⁠​​​‍‍​‍⁠​‌​​​‍‌⁠‌​‌‍‌​​‌‍‌
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WARRANTY

Limited Warranty Protection Plan

In short This page describes the warranty periods for the KaiVac depending on whether only Kaivac chemicals are used. Warranty claims need a Return Authorization Number (R.A.N.) from Kaivac Customer Service, and returns are not accepted without one.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍⁠​​​‌​⁠​​​​‌⁠⁠‌‍‌‍‍​​‌‍​⁠‌‌​‌​​​‌

The KaiVac has been engineered and tested to provide long lasting performance. This warranty covers defects in workmanship or materials under normal use and service from the date of purchase.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍⁠​​​‌​⁠​​​​‌⁠⁠‌‍‌‍‍​​‌‍​⁠‌‌​‌​​​‌

Kaivac warranties the following components to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for these time periods:

  1. KaiChem Warranty for end users who use only Kaivac chemicals for the life of the machine.
    • 5 years on rotationally molded parts.
    • 3 years on other parts (excluding wear items)
    • 1 year on labor
  2. Standard Warranty (When Kaivac chemicals not used)
    • 1 year parts and labor

All Kaivac replacement parts are guaranteed for 90 days from the date of installation. Normal wear items such as wheels, hoses, seals, gaskets, cords, casters, squeegees and GFCI are excluded from warranty coverage.

All warranty claims must be accompanied by a Return Authorization Number (R.A.N.), which is available by calling the Kaivac Customer Service Department. No returns will be accepted without a R.A.N.

This warranty does not apply to return freight costs, damage or defect caused by accident, negligence, misuse, fire or repair done by anyone other than a Kaivac authorized repair center. In no event shall Kaivac, Incorporated be liable for incidental or consequential damages, or any damages to persons or property.

Please Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied, including any implied or merchantability for a particular purpose otherwise. Under no circumstances will the seller be liable for any loss, damage, expenses or consequential damages arising in connection with the use or inability to use seller’s product. Kaivac, Incorporated reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its equipment without notice.

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 11, used with permission. SES ref PF-V323-Z3NZ‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​‍⁠​​​‌​⁠​​​​‌⁠⁠‌‍‌‍‍​​‌‍​⁠‌‌​‌​​​‌
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S.I.M.P.L.E. No-Touch Cleaning Method

S.I.M.P.L.E. No-Touch Cleaning Method

In short This page is a one-page picture guide to the six steps of the S.I.M.P.L.E. method: Set-up, Inject Chemicals, Manual Brush (optional), Pressure Wash & Rinse, Loop Spray Line, and Extract & Dry. It shows the order of work and the low and high pressure modes.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠​​​​‌​⁠​​​​‌⁠⁠‌​⁠‌⁠‍‌‍​​‍‍‍​‍⁠​⁠​
Illustrated S.I.M.P.L.E. No-Touch Cleaning Method chart with six rows: Set-up (dump vac tank, fill water tank and add 2 caps of KaiDri, select metering tip and insert into cap barb); Inject Chemicals (chemicals in LOW Pressure Mode with fan spray or pinpoint, fan spray on a toilet, applying to a floor); Manual Brush, optional (brush heavy soiled areas); Pressure Wash & Rinse (water only in HIGH Pressure Mode, pin-point spray, top to bottom); Loop Spray Line (wind the hose clockwise, hook it and adjust the last loop); Extract & Dry (vacuum floors, under fixtures and stairs)
S.I.M.P.L.E. No-Touch Cleaning Method
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 12, used with permission. SES ref PF-H34L-4HIW‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠​​​​‌​⁠​​​​‌⁠⁠‌​⁠‌⁠‍‌‍​​‍‍‍​‍⁠​⁠​
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No-Touch Restroom Cleaning

No-Touch Restroom Cleaning

In short This page shows the Kaivac No-Touch restroom cleaning sequence as a set of timed pictures. Chemical is injected on fixtures, left to work, pressure washed and rinsed, then the floor is wet vacuumed and surfaces are squeegeed and dried.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌⁠⁠​‍⁠⁠​⁠​​‍‍​​​‍​‌⁠​⁠‌
Kaivac No-Touch Restroom Cleaning chart of illustrated timed steps: turning the valve on, injecting and applying chemical to fixtures, rinsing the chemical line, pressure washing fixtures and toilets with rim shot and slam dunk, then looping the hose, squeegeeing, wet vacuuming the floor and blow drying
No-Touch Restroom Cleaning
  1. S: Turn valve on, Check tank levels, Optional: Dust with KaiHose
  2. I: Adjust spray gun to chemical injection, pull nozzle out and rotate to fan pattern. (Low pressure mode)
  3. I: Inject chemicals on fixtures and soiled areas, start at the nearest fixture traveling in circular pattern. Test chemicals on all surfaces.
  4. I: Apply cleaning solution to fixtures. 7sec. 3sec. Sinks 2sec.
  5. I: Turn chemical valve off.
  6. I: Rinse chemical from line onto floor.
  7. M: Optional: Manual Brush heavily soiled floors.
  8. P: Adjust spray gun for high pressure wash and rinse. Push nozzle in and rotate to a pinpoint pattern. (High pressure mode)
  9. P: Pressure wash fixtures in a top to bottom pattern. 15sec. Sinks 7sec.
  10. P: Pinpoint clean plumbing and seat top. 6sec.
  11. P: Lift seat, clean hinges and seat bottom. 6sec.
  12. P: Rim Shot: Place nozzle under rim and rotate. 4sec.
  13. P: Slam Dunk: Spray into bowl. 4sec.
  14. P: Spray bottom and base. 10sec.

Toilet Cleaning time 30sec.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌⁠⁠​‍⁠⁠​⁠​​‍‍​​​‍​‌⁠​⁠‌

  1. L: Loop and dry hose onto wraps.
  2. L: Adjust last loop. (HOOK)
  3. L: Squeegee mirrors and flat surfaces.
  4. Wet vac restroom floor from front to rear. Load paper and supplies and examine.
  5. E: *optional Blow dry flush handles and toilet seat tops.

Restroom Cleaning

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 13, used with permission. SES ref PF-EEZX-FULG‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌⁠⁠​‍⁠⁠​⁠​​‍‍​​​‍​‌⁠​⁠‌
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KITCHEN CLEANING

Kitchen Cleaning

In short This page shows the kitchen cleaning sequence in pictures: inject chemicals on the floor, brush heavily soiled areas, spray corners, and lay the wand flat to work under equipment. Optional steps are blasting grout lines with KaiMop and sanitizing elevated surfaces.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠‍​​​‌​⁠​​⁠⁠⁠​‍‍‌​⁠​⁠‍⁠​‌‍⁠‌⁠​‍‍⁠‌
Icon S with a faucet and a hand wrapping the KaiHose velcro strap in a spiral around a sink faucet, with the note Spiral wrap velcro strap for the best seal
KaiHose. Spiral wrap velcro strap for the best seal
Icon I; a person standing in a kitchen injects chemicals from a hose onto the soiled tile floor beside a sink
Inject chemicals on soiled surfaces and floor.
Icon M; a person crouching under a sink table manually brushes the floor with a long-handled brush
Manually brush floor in heavily soiled areas.
Icon P; a person crouching uses a pinpoint spray tool on the floor under a table, with an arrow marked Top To Bottom
Pinpoint spray works great removing soils in corners and around base boards.
Optional step with icons P and E; a floor tool moves back and forth along tile grout lines, shown by two arrows
Allow degreaser proper dwell time then blast grout lines with KaiMop.
Icon E; a person crouching lays the vacuum wand flat on the floor and maneuvers it under equipment, with a hose trailing behind
Lay Wand flat and maneuver under equipment.
Optional step with icon I; a gloved hand holds a spray gun to spray sanitizer onto elevated surfaces near a faucet
Sanitize elevated surfaces.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 14, used with permission. SES ref PF-KL2Q-XVJ4‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠‍​​​‌​⁠​​⁠⁠⁠​‍‍‌​⁠​⁠‍⁠​‌‍⁠‌⁠​‍‍⁠‌
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SIMPLE Cleaning Guides

Stairwell Cleaning

In short This page shows the SIMPLE steps for cleaning a stairwell with the KaiVac. Position the KaiVac at the bottom of the stairs with the KaiDrain placed to pick up excess moisture, apply chemicals to walls and stairs, and finish with the floor squeegee tool.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‍‍​⁠‌‍‌​‍​‌‌‌‌‌‌⁠⁠⁠​⁠‍‍

S

High dust cobwebs from hard to reach areas using the KaiBlower and squeegee wand‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‍‍​⁠‌‍‌​‍​‌‌‌‌‌‌⁠⁠⁠​⁠‍‍

Worker in safety glasses standing by a staircase, holding the KaiBlower and squeegee wand up to blow dust and cobwebs from a high area

S

Position KaiVac at bottom of stairs with KaiDrain in position to suction excess moisture. Inject chemicals and apply to walls & stairs

Floor view of the KaiDrain tool on wet tile with a hose attached, arrows pointing inward showing moisture being suctioned
KaiDrain is an instant drain if puddling occurs

KaiDrain is an instant drain if puddling occurs

I

Worker spraying chemicals onto stairs and walls beside the KaiVac cart, with a puddle of solution at the bottom of the stairs and a chemical bottle icon marked I

M

*OPTIONAL
KaiBrush walls & stairs for heavy soils.

P

Worker using a spray tool on stairs beside the KaiVac cart, with a puddle at the bottom and a pressure sprayer icon marked P

Use the KaiGrouter or KaiMop (if available) to better control water

*OPTIONAL

Worker on the stairs using the optional KaiGrouter or KaiMop tool with the hose from the KaiVac cart, arrows showing the scrubbing motion

E

The floor squeegee tool sucks away soils and solution leaving stairway sparkling clean. Soils are contained in the KaiVac for later disposal

Worker on the stairs using the floor squeegee tool connected by hose to the KaiVac cart to pick up soils and solution
Stairwell Cleaning
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 15, used with permission. SES ref PF-FA7N-R44A‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​​⁠⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‍‍​⁠‌‍‌​‍​‌‌‌‌‌‌⁠⁠⁠​⁠‍‍
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KAITRICKS

KaiTricks Power Prime 2001 Model

(SERIAL NUMBER 3000 AND HIGHER)‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​​​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‍​‍‌​‍‍​⁠⁠‌⁠‍​​⁠‍​⁠⁠‌‍

NOTE: Power priming is required if the water tank has been run dry and the pump will not automatically selfprime. Perform all six steps.
In short Power priming is needed when the water tank has run dry and the pump will not prime on its own. Work through all six steps: fill the tank, turn the chemical selector off, disconnect the spray line, attach the nozzle, press the nozzle on the pressure line fitting, and jog the pump.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​​​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‍​‍‌​‍‍​⁠⁠‌⁠‍​​⁠‍​⁠⁠‌‍

1. Fill Tank

Fill water tank completely.

Hand holding a hose end over the open water tank of the machine to fill it, with the control box beside the tank
1

2. Turn Chemical Off

Turn chemical selecter to the off position.

Two chemical jugs on the machine with a hand turning the chemical selector on the control box to the off position
2

3. Disconnect Spray line

Disconnect the spray line at base of machine.

Vac hose and spray line at the base of the machine, with the spray line being disconnected near the wheel
3

4. Attach Nozzle

Connect the nozzle to the end of the vac hose.

Hands connecting the vac nozzle to the end of the vac hose
4

5. Vacuum Pressure Line

Firmly press the vac nozzle over the pressure line fitting coming out of the base of the machine.(turn on vac and pump motor and wait for prime)
Prime should accur within 1 minute.

Hand pressing the vac nozzle over the pressure line fitting at the base of the machine
5

6. Jog (Burp) the pump

Continue step 5 and jog the pump motor on and off every 3 seconds, allowing the pump to come to rest each time.

Finger pressing the pump switch on the control box to jog the pump motor on and off
6

KaiTricks C

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 16, used with permission. SES ref PF-HXGR-JVKF‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​​​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‍​‍‌​‍‍​⁠⁠‌⁠‍​​⁠‍​⁠⁠‌‍
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KaiTricks

KaiTricks

In short This page shows illustrated tips for using the KaiVac: restoring pump prime on machines with serial numbers 3000 and less, refilling at a sink, wrapping and stowing the hose, cleaning a chair, agitating heavy soils, dumping at a toilet and dusting lockers. Do not use hot water for refilling.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​‌​​​‌​⁠​​​‌⁠‍‌‍‍​‍⁠⁠‍​​⁠⁠​‌‌​​‌‍​

POWER PRIME (SERIAL NUMBERS 3000 AND LESS)

Power prime procedure with two numbered steps: 1 shows the spray line disconnected from the injector on the machine, 2 shows the blow nozzle on the vacuum hose held over the injector
Power Prime

To restore pump prime connect blow nozzle on vacuum hose and place over injector. Hold in place until priming occurs. Reconnect spray line.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​‌​​​‌​⁠​​​‌⁠‍‌‍‍​‍⁠⁠‍​​⁠⁠​‌‌​​‌‍​

Man refilling the KaiVac through the KaiHose from a sink faucet, with a no hot water symbol at upper right
Hot water not allowed

Refill the KaiVac at almost any type of sink with the KaiHose.

Hand spirally wrapping the velcro strap around the KaiHose for the best seal

Spiral wrap velcro strap for the best seal

KaiHose wrapped and stowed on the machine top

KaiHose wrap and stow

Man spraying cleaning solution on a wheelchair with a high pressure spray gun connected to the KaiVac

Spray proper cleaning solution on chair. Allow contact time. High pressure rinse to remove soils.

Blow dry with Blow hose

Person blow drying a wheelchair with the blow hose
Person crouching on a tiled floor using the KaiBrush to agitate heavy soils beneath a counter

Use the KaiBrush to agitate heavy soils.

Person emptying the KaiVac hose into a toilet

Dump KaiVac at any Toilet.

Person using the KaiBlower to dust and clean tall lockers, with the machine beside

Use KaiBlower for dusting and cleaning lockers.

KaiTricks B

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 17, used with permission. SES ref PF-PEKS-NUSE‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​‌​​​‌​⁠​​​‌⁠‍‌‍‍​‍⁠⁠‍​​⁠⁠​‌‌​​‌‍​
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KAITRICKS

KaiTricks

In short This page is a set of illustrated tips for using Kaivac tools: blow-dusting high areas, clearing puddles, squeegee technique, carrying equipment on the KaiDolly, transporting the unit and using the upholstery and carpet tools.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​‍​​​‌​⁠​​‍​‍⁠‌⁠‍‍‍‌‌‌​​​​​​‌​​⁠​‍
Hands inserting a KaiNozzle into a hose end to blow-dust elevated areas
Insert KaiNozzle to blow- dust elevated areas.

Insert KaiNozzle to blow- dust elevated areas.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​‍​​​‌​⁠​​‍​‍⁠‌⁠‍‍‍‌‌‌​​​​​​‌​​⁠​‍

KaiDrain tool on a tiled floor with arrows showing water drawn in from surrounding puddle, attached to a hose
KaiDrain is an instant drain if puddling occurs.

KaiDrain is an instant drain if puddling occurs.

KaiDolly cart carrying the machine, hose, tank and supplies
The KaiDolly carries everything you need to get the job done.

The KaiDolly carries everything you need to get the job done.

Cart with hose ends connected to the vac motor, discharging air into the vac tank to dry the hose
Dry vac hose by connecting hose ends to vac motor, then discharge air into vac tank.

Dry vac hose by connecting hose ends to vac motor, then discharge air into vac tank.

Worker using a KaiBlower and squeegee wand to remove cobwebs from high, hard to reach areas beside a staircase
High- dust cobwebs from hard to reach areas using KaiBlower and squeegee wand

High- dust cobwebs from hard to reach areas using KaiBlower and squeegee wand

Hose hanging on a hook on the machine with a circular arrow icon, showing the last loop being adjusted
Adjust last loop.

Adjust last loop.

Worker in safety glasses cleaning a chair with the upholstery tool
Upholstery Tool works great.

Upholstery Tool works great.

Worker pushing a floor squeegee back and forth in level motion in front of urinals, dotted lines showing the motion
Level Motion

Level Motion

Floor squeegee works best with a level back and forward motion. Suction sound at the squeegee produces best pickups.

Person loading the unit with coiled hose onto a cart into a car trunk
Easy Transport

Easy Transport

Remove Placards, Tools, Chemicals and empty tanks before loading.

Woman using a carpet extraction tool with quick-connected spray line and vac hose
Carpet extraction Tool

Carpet extraction Tool

Easy to quick connect spray line and vac hose.

KaiTricks A

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 18, used with permission. SES ref PF-GITL-XEOW‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​‍​​​‌​⁠​​‍​‍⁠‌⁠‍‍‍‌‌‌​​​​​​‌​​⁠​‍
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Tank and Hose Cleaning

Tank and Hose Cleaning

In short This section shows how to flush the water tank and vac hose after use. You empty the water tank with the vac hose, dry the hose with the vac motor, then rinse the inside of the vac tank with clean water.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​⁠​​​‌​⁠​​​​‍‌‍⁠​​‌​‌⁠⁠​⁠​‍⁠​‌⁠​​​
  1. Unwrap vac hose and lay it on floor.
  2. Suck water and air from water tank. Lower hose end to surface of water gulping both air and water. This action flushes soils from line and quickly empties water tank.
Operator standing behind the machine holding the vac hose end down into the water tank, with an upward arrow showing water and air being sucked from the tank
1
Close-up of the vac hose end lowered to the surface of the water in the tank, with an arrow showing air and water being gulped in
2

*Dry vac hose by connecting hose ends to vac motor, then discharge air into vac tank‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​⁠​​​‌​⁠​​​​‍‌‍⁠​​‌​‌⁠⁠​⁠​‍⁠​‌⁠​​​

Left: machine with the vac hose ends connected to the vac motor to dry the hose. Right: person wrapping the vac hose onto the machine, with arrows showing the wrapping direction
3
  1. Vac hose can now be wrapped onto machine. Leave vac motor running while wrapping to avoid water dripping from end of hose. To completely dry hose leave vac motor running for about 3 minutes.
  2. With Dump Hose opened to floor drain, spray inside of vac tank with clean water moving hose in a circular pattern to insure tank walls and float shutoff are rinsed.
Hand spraying clean water with the hose inside the open vac tank, near the control box with chemical, vac and pump switches
4

Tank and Hose Cleaning

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 19, used with permission. SES ref PF-XBZZ-JBCT‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌​⁠​​​‌​⁠​​​​‍‌‍⁠​​‌​‌⁠⁠​⁠​‍⁠​‌⁠​​​
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

General Maintenance

In short This page lists routine care for the machine: inspect the filters and muffler for dirt, keep tires at the stated pressure, lubricate the nozzle weekly, wipe the unit clean, wrap hoses and cords, and winterize before cold storage or transport. It also covers care of the floor squeegee.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌​​​​‌​⁠​​⁠⁠​‍⁠‍​‌‌‍‌​⁠⁠​‌‌‌‍⁠‍⁠⁠​

Inspect Filters for dirt.

Hand reaching under the machine to open the filter cover near the hose and caster
Inspect Filters for dirt.

If found, remove cover, clean filter screen and reinstall.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌​​​​‌​⁠​​⁠⁠​‍⁠‍​‌‌‍‌​⁠⁠​‌‌‌‍⁠‍⁠⁠​

Inspect Muffler for soils.

Hand reaching under the machine to the muffler near the hose and caster
Inspect Muffler for soils.

If found, remove stuffing, wash and reinstall.

Keep tire pressure at 30 psi.

Person checking the tire of the machine with a gauge at the wheel
Keep tire pressure at 30 psi
Spray can of penetration oil lubricating the nozzle, with an arrow showing the nozzle moving up and down

(weekly) Lubricate nozzle with penetration oil. Nozzle must move freely forward and backwards.

Windshield Fluid

Woman pouring windshield washer fluid from a jug into a tank at a sink; the jug is marked 0 degrees

Winterize KaiVac for outdoor storage or transport in sub freezing temperatures. Remove all water from tank, add 1/2 gallon windshield washer fluid. Run pump and spray until fluid is discharged from gun.

Person wrapping the hose and cord around the machine clockwise, with arrows showing the direction

Wrap hoses and cords in a Clockwise direction and use a cleaning rag in one hand to wipe & dry.

Person wiping the machine clean with a cloth

Wipe entire unit clean with an all purpose cleaner.

(DO NOT PRESSURE WASH MACHINE)

Unscrew locking collar to remove tools

Hands unscrewing the locking collar to remove the floor squeegee tool

For Floor Squeegee, insure brass ring is located in groove.

Floor squeegee attached to hose with collar snug, rotating freely

When collar is snug Floor Squeegee should rotate freely.

Floor Squeegee

Hands wiping the floor squeegee blade with a cloth
Floor squeegee with callouts: 1 squeegee head, 2 blades, 3 screw, 4 wheel, 5 wheel holder
Floor Squeegee
  1. Squeegee Head
  2. Blades
  3. Screw
  4. Wheel
  5. Wheel Holder

Wipe Squeegee blades with cloth. Inspect tool for worn wheels and blades Replace as needed.

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 20, used with permission. SES ref PF-RLE4-TJIZ‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌​​​​‌​⁠​​⁠⁠​‍⁠‍​‌‌‍‌​⁠⁠​‌‌‌‍⁠‍⁠⁠​
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Safety

Safety

In short This page shows with pictures how to move the machine on ramps and inclines, and how to handle the spray gun, hoses and cords safely. It also shows daily GFCI, hose and cord checks, and the need to wear gloves and safety eyewear.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌‌‌‌⁠‌‌‍​​‌‍‍​‍‌‌‍⁠‌‌​​
Person pushing the machine up a steep incline from behind, marked with a prohibited symbol as the incorrect way
Incorrect way, could cause injury or damage to machine.

Incorrect way, could cause injury or damage to machine.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌‌‌‌⁠‌‌‍​​‌‍‍​‍‌‌‍⁠‌‌​​

Person pushing the machine up a gentle ramp with the two machine parts together, marked with a check mark
Ok for gentle ramps. For steep ramps separate and move separately.

Ok for gentle ramps. For steep ramps separate and move separately.

Person pulling the machine up a steep incline the proper way, marked with a check mark
Steep inclines proper way.

Steep inclines proper way.

Person crouching and spraying a spray gun toward a wall power outlet, marked with a prohibited symbol
Never spray gun towards power outlets.

Never spray gun towards power outlets.

Spray gun pointed at a person's hand, marked with a prohibited symbol
Never point at people.

Never point at people.

Hands testing a GFCI on a power cord plugged into a wall outlet, with the RESET button marked and a check mark
Inspect and test GFCI daily.

Inspect and test GFCI daily.

Gloved hands inspecting a hose or cord for damage, marked with a prohibited symbol
Inspect Hoses and cords daily.

Inspect Hoses and cords daily.

Gloved hand removing a plug from a wall outlet by grasping the plug, marked with a check mark
Remove by grasping plug. Never pull by cord.

Remove by grasping plug. Never pull by cord.

Two people wearing gloves and safety eyewear, marked with a check mark
Always wear gloves and safety eyewear.

Always wear gloves and safety eyewear.

KaiVac Safety

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 21, used with permission. SES ref PF-5DQ6-C7SM‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌‌​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‌‌‌‌⁠‌‌‍​​‌‍‍​‍‌‌‍⁠‌‌​​
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Tool Arrangement

Tool Arrangement

In short This page shows where the tools, hoses and other components are stored and mounted on the machine. Views are given from the front right, rear right, bottom, and from the front, left, right and back.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌‍​​​‌​⁠​​‌‌‌​​‍‍‍⁠‌​‌⁠‌‍‌‌​‍​‌‍​‍
Front Right View of the machine with labels for deck brush, KaiHose (fill hose), brush holder, KaiDrain, GFCI ground fault, electric cord, optional blow motor, window squeegee, gallon jug, KaiBlower, pressure hose, vac wand and dump hose
Front Right View
Rear Right View of the machine with the blow hose coiled on the side of the cart and a brush on a handle above it, with an arrow pointing to the blow hose
Rear Right View
Bottom View of the machine with labels for muffler hose, water filter, electric line, pressure hose, muffler and bottom plate
Bottom View
Machine seen from above with Front, Left, Right and Back marked, showing vac wand and squeegee, dump hose, vac hose, electric line, KaiBlower, pressure hose, chemical on/off valve, metering tip pack, wrap and snap tool holders, window squeegee, gallon jug, deck brush, blow hose, placards and KaiHose
Tool Arrangement
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 22, used with permission. SES ref PF-GJEE-VPKD‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌‍​​​‌​⁠​​‌‌‌​​‍‍‍⁠‌​‌⁠‌‍‌‌​‍​‌‍​‍
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BLOW OPERATION

Blow Operation

In short This page shows how to use the vac hose for blowing and how to prepare it. The vac hose is flushed in the water tank, then rinsed and dried out by connecting it to the vac motor exhaust before blow operation. Workers should wear a respirator mask when blowing in dusty areas.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‍⁠⁠‍​​‌​‍⁠‍⁠‌‌‍‍​‍​‌​‍‍‍

Using Vac Hose

(Must Clean & Dry Before Use)‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‍⁠⁠‍​​‌​‍⁠‍⁠‌‌‍‍​‍​‌​‍‍‍

Side view of the machine with the vacuum hose placed in the water tank to flush it, with arrows showing flow. Labels: Water Tank, Suction Port, Vacuum Hose, Vac Exhaust, Muffler, Muffler Hose Connected
Flush (clean) Vac Hose

Flush (clean) Vac Hose

Operator inserts hose into water tank for 2-3 seconds

Side view of the machine with the vacuum hose connected from the vac exhaust and looped up to the suction port area, muffler hose disconnected. Labels: Water Tank, Suction Port, Vacuum Hose, Vac Exhaust, Muffler, Muffler Hose Dis-connected
Rinse & Dry out Vac Hose

Rinse & Dry out Vac Hose

Operator disconnects muffler hose and connects vac hose to vac motor exhaust, running motor for 3 minutes. Operator disconnects hose at vac suction port and ready for blow operation.

OPTIONAL STEP if blow dry is required

Using Blow Hose

Side view of the machine in blow mode: the vacuum hose or blow hose runs from the vac exhaust up and out to the right with an arrow at its end, muffler hose disconnected. Labels: Water Tank, Suction Port, Vac Tank, Vacuum Hose OR Blow Hose, Vac Exhaust, Muffler, Muffler Hose Dis-connected
Blow Mode

Blow Mode

NOTE- Worker should wear respirator mask for Blow Operation in dusty areas.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 23, used with permission. SES ref PF-TINZ-KLQO‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‌⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‍⁠⁠‍​​‌​‍⁠‍⁠‌‌‍‍​‍​‌​‍‍‍
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OPTIONAL USES

Optional Uses

In short This section lists other cleaning jobs the machine can do, grouped by area: cafeterias and kitchens, locker and shower rooms, stripping floors, and other uses such as dusting and window cleaning. It describes which tools and methods suit each job.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍​​​​‌​⁠​​​‍‌‌​‍​‍​‌‍⁠‍⁠‍‍‍‍‍⁠⁠​​⁠

Cafeterias and Kitchens

Note: Cover all food and utensils before cleaning‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍​​​​‌​⁠​​​‍‌‌​‍​‍​‌‍⁠‍⁠‍‍‍‍‍⁠⁠​​⁠

  • Deep clean grout lines in quarry tile with the optional KaiMop.
  • Tables, chairs and equipment may be pressure washed to remove embedded soil.
  • Walls and floors may be cleaned using the S-I-M-P-L-E system.
Worker kneeling on a tiled kitchen floor cleaning grout lines, with tables and equipment behind

Locker and Shower Rooms

  • Blow debris from in and under lockers, overhead fixtures and vents with the blow feature.
  • Pressure wash and disinfect inside lockers.
  • Use KaiBlooey cleaner for deliming shower rooms via chemical injection system.
  • Use S-I-M-P-L-E procedures in other shower and locker room areas.
Worker in front of a row of lockers using a hose tool to blow debris, with the machine on a cart beside him

Stripping Floors

  • Apply concentrated stripping solution using the chemical injection system. The chemical injection system will allow a 1:8 dilution ratio with no metering tip in place.
  • Walk backwards while applying stripper to avoid stepping on wet surfaces.
  • Scrub the floor with stripping pads or brushes.
  • Wet-vac stripping solution from floor with the KaiVac squeegee tool.
  • Use the spray gun and clean water from the water tank to rinse the floor an hard to reach areas as necessary. Turn the chemical valve to the "off" position to rinse the floor with water in low pressure mode.
  • Blow the remaining stripper solution from behind baseboards, lockers and other hard to reach areas with the blow dry tool.
  • Finally wet-vac rinse solution from the floor and touch up as needed.
Worker standing and applying stripping solution to a tiled floor with a spray wand

Other Uses

  • High-Dusting - Use air blast for cobweb and other dusting jobs.
  • Salt and water pickup - Great for picking up water and salt during winter and rainy seasons.
  • Entrance Mat Cleaning - Pressure wash and wet vac entry mats.
  • Window Cleaning - Apply window washing solution with gun, squeegee window and wet vac off floor. Use only on compatible floors and walls.
  • Walls - Use S-I-M-P-L-E process.
  • Stairwells - Dust with air blast. Use S-I-M-P-L-E for deep cleaning.
Worker beside a stairwell railing pointing a hose wand upward to dust with an air blast
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 24, used with permission. SES ref PF-MBIC-R4MH‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍​​​​‌​⁠​​​‍‌‌​‍​‍​‌‍⁠‍⁠‍‍‍‍‍⁠⁠​​⁠
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Chemical Injection Chart

Chemical Injection Chart

In short This page lists the metering tips and the ounces of chemical per gallon each gives at 300/500 PSI. It also shows how to fit a tip into the KaiCap barb and thread the cap onto the bottle.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍‌​​​‌​⁠​​‍​⁠‌​⁠⁠‌​⁠⁠​‍⁠‍​​⁠‌‌​​⁠​

METERING TIP CHART

TIPPSIOZ Per Gallon
Black300/5001.25 /2
Aqua300/5003.00/4
Orange300/5004.75 /5
Tan300/5009.50/10
None300/50035/40
Gloved hand inserting a metering tip into the barb of the KaiCap, with a tube above and an arrow pointing to the barb. Labels read KaiCap and Select metering tip and insert into cap barb
KaiCap with tube being lowered by an arrow onto a bottle with plug. Labels read Thread cap onto bottle and plug, Bottle with plug, and Bottle
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 25, used with permission. SES ref PF-GWXS-6IP7‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍‌​​​‌​⁠​​‍​⁠‌​⁠⁠‌​⁠⁠​‍⁠‍​​⁠‌‌​​⁠​
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Maintenance

Maintenance

CAUTION Always make sure machine is unplugged before lifting electrical cover assembly
In short This table lists what to check on each part of the machine: floor squeegee, spray gun, pressure hose, water filter, tanks, leaks, electrical system and DVD system. Unplug the machine before lifting the electrical cover assembly, and stop using it if leaks are found until they are repaired.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍‍​​​‌​⁠​​‌⁠⁠⁠​‍⁠⁠⁠‌‌​⁠‌⁠‍⁠‍‍‌‍​​⁠
ItemProcedure
Floor SqueegeeCheck condition of rubber squeegee blades and wheels on the floor tool. Rough floor surfaces will cause the blades and wheels to wear out more quickly. Replace as necessary.
Spray GunCheck spray pattern. If spray pattern will not pinpoint, clean orifice by removing it with an Allen wrench and flushing. Replace if not pinpointing.
If nozzle becomes difficult to move from high to low pressure lubricate nozzle with lithium grease.
Pressure HoseWipe clean after each use.
Check for cuts or frays in the hose jacket, particularly at the end of the fittings. Replace hose if cuts are found.
Water FilterCheck filter screens for debris and clean as needed. Be careful not to crush the end of the filter screen when replacing.
Check the clear filter bowl cover to be sure it is tight.
Check for leaks around filter and filter connections.
Water TankCheck condition of filter in water tank. Clean as needed.
Empty the water tank to prevent mildew and bacteria growth. Empty tank by dipping the vacuum hose onto the water tank and transferring the water to the vacuum tank.
Vacuum TankEmpty and flush vacuum tank.
Clean and disinfect.
Check the float shutoff screen to be sure it is not plugged up. A plugged filter screen restricts airflow and results in reduced suction.
LeaksBe alert for leaks around hoses, fittings, spray wand, tanks or elsewhere. Discontinue use until leaks are repaired.
Electrical SystemThe ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) must be tested before each use.
Electric cords must be inspected for tears or cuts in the insulation.
DVD SystemMake sure DVD player is dry and free of any debris placed on top or inside of storage compartment.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 26, used with permission. SES ref PF-FLWI-EPB3‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍‍​​​‌​⁠​​‌⁠⁠⁠​‍⁠⁠⁠‌‌​⁠‌⁠‍⁠‍‍‌‍​​⁠
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

CAUTION Always make sure machine is unplugged before removing electrical box or base cover assembly
In short This table lists problems by area (electrical, vacuum system, blow dry system) with their possible causes and remedies. Always unplug the machine before removing the electrical box or base cover assembly.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌​‌‌​‍‍​‍⁠‍​‍‌​‌‍⁠​‍​‍‍⁠
AreaProblemPossible CauseRemedy
ElectricalNo power to pump or vac motor.1. KaiVac not plugged in.
2. Switch not "on".
3. GFCI tripped.
4. Building circuit overloaded.
5. Switch wires loose.
6. Terminal block connections loose.
1. Plug machine in.
2. Check switches for "on".
3. Test and reset GFCI.
4. Check and reset circuit.
5. Disconnect power and check for loose wire.
6. Disconnect power and check for loose wire.
ElectricalElectrical burning smell1. Vac motor brushes worn.
2. Vac motor hung up.
3. Pump motor hung up.
1. Replace vac motor brushes.
2. Replace vac motor.
3. Release pressure on hose and jog pump switch. Or replace.
Vacuum SystemNo / Weak vacuum1. Vac tank full.
2. Squeegee blades or wheels worn.
3. Float-shutoff screen dirty.
4.Float ball stuck.
5. Damaged hose.
6. Dump hose plug missing.
7. Access lid not tight.
8. Vacuum hose plugged.
9. To much liquid in vac hose.
10. Vac hose still wrapped.
11. Muffler plugged.
12. Hose from vac motor to standpipe loose.
13. Leak in vac tank.
1. Empty vac tank.
2. Replace wheels or blades and check peroidically.
3. Spray off float bag to clean.
4. Tap float and release / clean.
5. Cut and repair / replace.
6. Contact dealer and replace.
7. Tighten lid hand tight.
8. Flush hose to remove debris.
9. Allow air in when Vacuuming.
10. Unwrap vac hose fully.
11. Remove padding and clean.
12. Reattach and tighten.
13. If repairable, clean and dry affected area and silicone.
Vacuum SystemMoister from exhaust1. Vac tank full.
2. Float-shutt off missing.
3. Excessive foam in vac tank.
4. Standpipe leaking.
5. Water sprayed into standpipe while cleaning.
1. Dump vac tank.
2. Replace.
3. Use defoamer.
4. Silicone threads or replace.
5. Use care to avoid spraying dirrectly into float housing.
Blow dry systemNo air flow1. Hose disconnected.1. Reconnect hose.
Blow dry systemMoister from nozzle1. Water in vac hose.1. Dry vac line.
Blow dry systemSuction instead of blow action1. Vacuum hose connected to tank inlet.1. Reconnect to vac motor exhaust.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 27, used with permission. SES ref PF-4VV3-XHUA‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌‍⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌​‌‌​‍‍​‍⁠‍​‍‌​‌‍⁠​‍​‍‍⁠
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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

CAUTION Always make sure machine is unplugged before removing electrical box or base cover assembly
In short This table lists problems, their possible causes and remedies for the high pressure system and the chemical injection system. Always unplug the machine before removing the electrical box or base cover assembly.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠​​​​‌​⁠​​​‌‌⁠‌‌‍​‍​‍‌​​‍‌‍‍‌​⁠​⁠​
AreaProblemPossible CauseRemedy
High Pressure SystemNo water from pump or low pressure
  1. Out of water.
  2. Gun nozzle plugged.
  3. Air in pump(vapor lock).
  4. Gun orifice missing.
  5. Tank filter plugged.
  6. Inline filter plugged.
  7. Bowl filter lid loose.
  8. Pressure hose damaged.
  9. Quick disconnect leaking.
  10. Injector plugged.
  11. Pulse hose damaged.
  12. Regulator failed.
  13. Hose kinked.
  14. Seals in pump need replaced.
  1. Fill water tank.
  2. Remove orifice with allen wrench and clean.
  3. Use power prime technique.
  4. Replace orifice.
  5. Clean tank and filter.
  6. Remove filter cover and clean.
  7. Gently tighten bowl cover.
  8. Repair or replace.
  9. Tighten or replace.
  10. Using an airline or equal blow small bursts of air into affected chemical line.
  11. Repair or replace.
  12. Replace.
  13. Unkink and check for damage.
  14. Remove and replace seals.
Bad fan pattern or pinpoint pattern on gun
  1. Debris in nozzle.
  2. Orifice damaged.
  1. Remove orifice with allen wrench and clean.
  2. Remove and replace.
Chemical Injection SystemNo chemical flow
  1. Out of chemical.
  2. Chemical line not in jug.
  3. Chemical valve in "off".
  4. Filter plugged.
  5. Spray gun in wrong mode.
  6. Metering tip plugged.
  7. Injector plugged.
  8. Air entering system.
  9. Injector installed backwards.
  1. Refill chemical.
  2. Make sure line is in chemical.
  3. Check on off valve.
  4. Clean filter.
  5. Make sure gun nozzle is pulled out away from gun for chemical mode.
  6. Check metering tip for clog.
  7. Using an airline or equal. blow small bursts of air into affected chemical line.
  8. Check for air entering system around chemical lines or injector.
  9. If fluttering or pulsing sound can be heard while spraying or when machine is running it is possible that you injector is in backwards. Remove and reinstall.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 28, used with permission. SES ref PF-AYPC-M6X5‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠​​​​‌​⁠​​​‌‌⁠‌‌‍​‍​‍‌​​‍‌‍‍‌​⁠​⁠​
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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

CAUTION Always make sure machine is unplugged before removing electrical box or base cover assembly
In short This chart lists problems by area, with the possible causes and the remedy for each. This page covers the chemical injection system (continued), the dump system, wheels and casters, and the squeegee head. Always unplug the machine before removing the electrical box or base cover assembly.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠‌​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‌‌​‍‍⁠​⁠‍‌⁠​‌⁠⁠​‌‍​‌⁠⁠
AreaProblemPossible CauseRemedy
Chemical Injection System cont.Not enough chemical flow1. Metering tip plugged.
2. Wrong metering tip.
1. Remove and clean.
2. Check and replace per chart.
Chemical Injection System cont.Chemical line blows off safety cap.1. Debris in injector.
2. Bad seat on injector valve.
1. Using an airline or equal, blow small bursts of air into affected chemical line. Or remove electric box and clean injector.
2. Check injector o-ring or replace.
Chemical Injection System cont.Water backflows into chemical bottle3. Injector installed backwards.3. Remove and reinstall correctly, arrow on injector should point towards pressure hose.
Dump SystemTank will not empty1. Dump hose plug not removed.
2. Drain hose plugged.
3. Dumping area to high for flow.
1. Hold hose high and remove plug, lower and dump.
2. Raise and lower dump hose to agitate. If garden hose is available blow water back through line to remove blockage.
3. Dump into lower area.
Dump SystemDump hose leaks1. Hose cut.
2. Clamp loose.
3. Dump plug bushing missing.
4. Plug missing.
1. If leak is lees than 4" from tank side, cut and reattach. Or replace.
2. Retighten hose clamp.
3. Replace bushing.
4. Replace plug.
Wheels and castersWheels won't roll or they rub1. Flat tires.
2. Debris wrapped around axle.
3. Bearings tight.
4. Wheels to loose on axle.
5. Bearing falling out.
1. Inflate tires to 30 psi.
2. Check for debris on axle.
3. Grease bearings.
4. Remove wheel, add washers to take up slack.
5. Refer to remedy 4.
Squeegee HeadFloor streaks1. Worn blades or wheels.1. Replace wheels and or blades.
Squeegee HeadSqueegee head doesn't easily rotate when installed on wand1. Brass ring on wand not in grove.
2. Coupling nut to tight.
1. Loosen coupling nut and re-position head on grove.
2. Loosen 1/2 turn.
Squeegee HeadHead wont stay on wand1. Coupling nut cracked.
2. Brass ring worn.
1. Replace.
2. Replace.
Squeegee HeadPremature blade ware1. Squeegee wheels worn.1. Check wheels for wear/ replace.
Squeegee HeadSucks to the floor to tightly1. Squeegee wheels worn.1. Check wheels for wear/ replace.
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 29, used with permission. SES ref PF-W4VZ-4T7G‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠‌​​​‌​⁠​​‍‍‌‌​‍‍⁠​⁠‍‌⁠​‌⁠⁠​‌‍​‌⁠⁠
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FLOW DIAGRAM

Flow Diagram

In short This page shows a diagram of how water, chemical, and vacuum air and water move through the machine. It labels the main components, including the tanks, pump, filters, chemical selector valve, injector, spray gun, and vac and muffler.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠‍​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‍⁠​⁠‌‌​‍‌​‌⁠‌​⁠‌‍⁠‍​‍‌​
Flow diagram of the machine with arrows showing water and chemical flow. Chem A and Chem B bottles with metering tips and safety caps feed a chemical selector valve (A/B) and injector. The water tank supplies the pump through the suction line, water filter and finger filter, with discharge and return lines and an unloader at the pump. Water goes through a quick disconnect to the spray gun. The vac hose draws air and water into the vac tank with float shut-off standpipe, and the vac and muffler are in the base.
Flow Diagram
Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 30, used with permission. SES ref PF-DC6J-L7IU‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠‍​​​‌​⁠​​⁠‍⁠​⁠‌‌​‍‌​‌⁠‌​⁠‌‍⁠‍​‍‌​
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ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM

Electrical Diagram

In short This page shows the wiring diagram for the 110 Volt system, covering the vacuum motor, the pump, the optional blow motor, the rocker switches, the terminal block and the G.F.C.I. cord. A color code is given for the wires.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‌‌​⁠⁠‌‍​⁠⁠‍‍‍⁠⁠‍‍⁠‌‌‍‌‌
Wiring diagram of the 110 volt system, drawn rotated on the page. The G.F.C.I. power cord at the top connects through wires BK, W and G to a six-position terminal block (1 to 6). Wires run to the vacuum motor, the optional blow motor and the pump, and to the pump and VAC / Blow Optional rocker switches. Wire colors are marked BK, BU, RD, W and G, and the optional blow motor wires are dashed.
Electrical Diagram, 110: Volt System

* Optional Blow Motor requires a 3 way rocker switch with 3 terminals. (Blue wire for Blow Motor. For control of vac & Blow Feature)
*Standard KaiVac has only 2 way rocker switch with 2 terminals for vac motor only.‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‌‌​⁠⁠‌‍​⁠⁠‍‍‍⁠⁠‍‍⁠‌‌‍‌‌

BK = BLACK
BU = BLUE
RD = RED
W = WHITE
G = GREEN
G.F.C.I = GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERUPTER
--- Optional Blow Motor wires

REVISIONDATEDESCRIPTION
A110: Volt System

DESCRIPTION: 110: Volt System
ISSUE DATE: 04/2005
REVISION:

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 31, used with permission. SES ref PF-P3MX-BKCX‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‌⁠⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌‌‌​⁠⁠‌‍​⁠⁠‍‍‍⁠⁠‍‍⁠‌‌‍‌‌
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SECTION 2

SECTION 2

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 32, used with permission. SES ref PF-465U-KBZN‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‍​​​​​‌​⁠​​​‌​‌⁠⁠​​‍⁠⁠‍‍‍‍⁠‌⁠‍​‍​‌⁠
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PARTS DIAGRAMS

External View

Exploded drawing of the KaiVac external parts with numbered callouts 1 to 40: brush and handle, squeegee and tools, spray gun with hose, vacuum and solution hoses, cords, wheel assembly, the machine body and the floor tool with hose
Figure # 1, page 6. KaiVac External Parts, Serial # 3004 and Higher. Issue date 01/2001, Revision A

See page 1 SECTION 2 for parts listings‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‍‌‍​​​‌​⁠​​​⁠‌‍​⁠‌​‍‍‌​‌‍​⁠​‍⁠‌⁠⁠‍​

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 38, used with permission. SES ref PF-GKWG-VXMC‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‍‌‍​​​‌​⁠​​​⁠‌‍​⁠‌​‍‍‌​‌‍​⁠​‍⁠‌⁠⁠‍​
Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 1to8434_01 (2005)Page 38 of 46
INTERNAL VIEW

Internal View

Cutaway drawing of the machine interior with callouts 3 to 14: chemical hoses running from the top to a control box (4), a vertical tube (5, 6), the vacuum motor on a bracket in a dashed box, the large hose (12) and fittings (7, 8, 9, 10, 11) near the base
Figure # 2
Inset showing a chemical hose with a new tip (1) and a new cap (2)
Inset detail of the pump area with callouts 15 to 21: tubing (15, 16, 17), a black hose (18), a hose end (19), the mounting block (20) and a fitting (21)

See page 2 SECTION 2 for parts listings‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‍‌⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌⁠⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‌‌‍​‍‌⁠‍‍‌⁠⁠⁠​‌‌

DESCRIPTION: KaiVac Internal Parts, Serial # 3004 and Higher
ISSUE DATE: 04/2005 REVISION: A
Figure # 2 page 7

Source: Kaivac Original S/N 1-8434 / Original S/N 8435-8601 Operator Manual 1to8434_01 Rev. 2005, page 39, used with permission. SES ref PF-7R3B-IG7S‌‌​⁠‍​‍‌‌‍‌‌​​​‍​‌​​​​​​​‍‌⁠​​​‌​⁠​​‌⁠⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‌‌‍​‍‌⁠‍‍‌⁠⁠⁠​‌‌
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