FOAMit FI-BP-15NK 15 Gallon Battery-Powered Portable Foam Unit User Manual

FOAMit FI-BP-15NK 15 Gallon Battery-Powered Portable Foam Unit User Manual

**WARNING**

Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it.

• Read all instructions before installing or operating unit.
• Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating or servicing unit.
• Always follow all chemical safety precautions and handling instructions provided by the chemical manufacturer and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
• Never use unit if it is damaged or leaking.
• Always disconnect the battery before opening the unit back plate or servicing the unit.
• Do not use unit if the battery cover is not in place. Contact with chemicals can damage the battery.
• Avoid excessive use of discharge ball valve. Repetitive discharge in short bursts can cause overheating. Apply foam evenly without constant starting and stopping.
• Avoid foam or spray coming into contact with the unit. Contact with chemicals can damage the battery and other electrical components.
• Never point the discharge wand at yourself, another person, or any object you do not want covered in chemical.
• Always depressurize unit after use (as described in the After Use Instructions). Always store unit depressurized, with the discharge trigger gun or ball valve in the closed position.
• Do not exceed a fluid temperature of 100˚F (37˚C).
• Always flush the unit with fresh water for 5 minutes when switching from an alkaline to an acid or an acid to an alkaline.
• To prevent premature battery failure, do not store battery in a depleted state for long periods of time. Do not recharge battery until it has been used to power the unit for a minimum of 30 minutes of use.

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Please dispose of packaging materials, old machine components, and hazardous fluids in an environmentally safe way according to local waste disposal regulations.

Always remember to recycle.

• Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.

*Dilution rates and flow rates given are based on chemical with viscosity of water and factory air pressure settings.

Battery Instructions

**WARNING**

To Install battery:

1. Remove packaging from around battery.
2. Verify that the power button (PBS-12V) is in the OFF (extended) position.
3. Verify the battery charger is not connected to charge port and not plugged into a power outlet.
4. Connect red leads to the red terminal and the black leads to the black terminal. (Warning: It is important to connect the leads to the correct terminal. Connecting battery incorrectly may cause irreparable damage to the battery.)
5. Put lock washer onto bolt first, follow by flat washer.
   Tighten bolt into battery to secure the leads in place.

6. Place cover onto the unit. Secure cover by using shorter screws (S14201) into the top inserts, and longer screws (S1420125) in to the bottom inserts. (Warning: Inserting the incorrect screw can cause irreparable damage to the rotomolded tank).

To charge battery:

1. Verify that the power button (PBS-12V) is in the OFF position.
2. Plug the charger into a GFCI protected 110 VAC power outlet.
3. Plug the charger (BC12V-NC72) into the charging port (BCP12V). NOTE: The charger will begin in standby mode, indicated by an orange LED. In standby mode, the charger is not providing any power.
4. Press MODE button on charger until correct mode is selected. Blue LED under 12V Cold is the correct mode.
5. Do not remove charger until green light appears under 100% on the battery charger.
6. After battery has been charged, disconnect charger from charging port by removing plug from charger port. Do not unplug by pulling wire.
7. Replace the protective cap on the charging port.

Note: To prevent premature battery failure, do not store battery in a depleted state for long periods of time.

Operation Instructions:

8. Follow all instructions from the chemical manufacturer. Fill the tank with water and the advised percentage of chemical concentrate.
9. Press the power button (PBS-12V) to turn the unit ON.
10. Point the discharge wand in a safe direction and slowly open the discharge ball valve (HV60) to activate the unit.
11. While the unit is running and discharging product, adjust the needle valve (NV18), located inside the control box, to regulate the wetness or dryness of the foam:
a. Close needle valve completely in clockwise direction.
b. Open needle valve in counter-clockwise direction 2 complete turns.
c. Continue to open valve in ¼ turn increments allowing 30 seconds between adjustments until proper consistency of foam is achieved.

After Use Instructions:

1. Flush the unit with fresh water for 5 minutes.
2. Press the power button (PBS-12V) to turn the unit OFF, and open the discharge ball valve (HV60) to relieve any pressure remaining in the system.
3. Close the discharge ball valve (HV60) after all pressure has been relieved from the system. Store the unit with the ball valve in the closed position.

Maintenance Instructions:

To keep your foam unit operating properly, periodically perform the following maintenance procedures:
Note: Before performing any maintenance, ensure that the unit has been turned OFF and depressurized according to the “After Use Instructions” above. Always disconnect the battery before opening the unit back plate.

• Inspect the air pump (P56/P56K/P56V) for wear and leaks.
• Inspect all hoses for leaks or excessive wear. Make sure all hose clamps are in good condition and properly secured.
• Check the suction line and strainer (STR38-IL) for debris or blockages, and clean as needed.

Best Charging Practices:

• Make sure you are using a charger that provides the proper voltage for your battery.
• Do not speed up charging time or increase voltage for a fast charge. This will result in overcharging the battery. Batteries that are overcharged will over heat. Excessive heat can destroy a battery in as little as a few hours. Overcharging kills batteries.
• Do not use a lower charging voltage than required for your battery. By doing so, the battery will never be fully charged. Undercharging leads to reduced capacity creating a battery that needs to work harder than fully charged batteries. Undercharging and overworking leads to shortened battery life.

Best Maintenance Practice:

• For maximum battery life and performance, batteries should be recharged as soon as possible after each use. Batteries should be stored in a fully charged state. Storing in a discharged state will kill the battery.
• Disconnect the charger after the battery has been fully charged. Continuous over charging or under charging is the worst thing for a SLA battery.
• Check the battery terminals for corrosion and/or battery deformation. A deformed battery or corrosion on the terminals is subject to failure.

Troubleshooting Instructions:

• Check to ensure the discharge hose is uncoiled properly, and that there are no kinks that could obstruct fluid flow.
• If needle valve (NV18) valve is open too far, the pump (P56/P56K/P56V) will cycle improperly due to lack of air pressure. If this occurs, reset needle valve as described in Operation Instruction #4.
• Make sure proper foaming chemical and concentration is being used.
• If air passes through the pump (P56/P56K/P56V) without cycling, the pump needs to be replaced.
• If foam comes out wet, no matter where the needle valve (NV18) is positioned, the check valve (CV14QF) may need to be replaced.
• Check for plugged strainer (STR38-IL). Replace strainer if necessary. Strainer must be used.
• Check the mixing material (MIX2) by removing the SMQCFT to acess the mixing material. If the mixing material has a lot of foreign particles in it, make sure the strainer (STR38-IL) is still in place. Clean and replace mixing material.

ASSEMBLY

TANK ASSEMBLY

ITEM NUMBER: TANK-15N-B-A

WAND ASSEMBLY
ITEM NUMBER: SSWA-BP

DISCHARGE HOSE
ITEM NUMBER: H12-15HBR

PLATE ASSEMBLY – Inside View
ITEM NUMBER (Santoprene pump): PA-BP-15N
ITEM NUMBER (Kalrez pump): PA-BP-15NK
ITEM NUMBER (Viton pump): PA-BP-15NV

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