GCC41
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to start this off im very new to carpet cleaning and i need all the help i can get with my truck mount so if you have any trips and tricks about this machine I would greatly appreciate it very much
Hydramaster crossfire 4.2
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Dolly Llama
Number 5
you can find the manual online.
If you don't have one, start there.
due to the age of the unit, google will be your friend
here's a couple threads
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..L.T.A.
Living The Dream
Member
I never got around to restoring my Crossfire. If you need any parts let me know.
GCC41
Member
thanks I appreciate it
GCC41
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yeah planning on all of Tulare County if all goes well
Living The Dream
Member
Look up the pop. Of Red Lodge, MT once.
GCC41
Member
what should my vacuum guage be at mine never goes higher then 5
Lee Stockwell
FOJL
13, but 10 will work
Check your waste tank gasket for leaks. You should be getting better suction than 5. If your tank lid is sealed check your vac relief valve. It may be out of adjustment.
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Desk Jockey
Member
Gosh even with your dump valve open I'd think you'd pull 5. Something is right somewhere. 
Heat damaged or rotted hose from blower to waste tank? You're losing suction somewhere.
Heat damaged or rotted hose from blower to waste tank? You're losing suction somewhere.
Cleanworks
Moderator
5 is what we get with an open hose. Stand by the truck and put your hand over the vacuum and seal it. You need somewhere between 11-14 at least.
GCC41
Member
Ive tried that and still it only goes to like 5
Desk Jockey
Member
Is there no rubber seal on your waste tank lid? Or is there a piece missing? Is there an area hissing along the tank lid when running?
Cleanworks
Moderator
Like Richard says, you should hear some loud hissing when you do that. Either a lot of air is escaping or your machine isn't running at the right rpm. Or your belts are loose. Check your tank lid gasket, your vacuum relief valve first. If you have a tachometer on that machine, what does it read?
The Great Oz
Member
If nothing suggested above finds the problem, could it be from an exhaust restriction? The heat exchanger or silencer could be clogged.
Lee Stockwell
FOJL
I believe that due to inexperience you are overlooking something, or likely SEVERAL things that would be obvious otherwise.
Cleanworks
Moderator
That's the thing sometimes. Having someone familiar with similar machines can look at it and say do this or that and problem solved. Most machines produce 5 inches with the hose wide open.
GCC41
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GCC41
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I have to look in two it
GCC41
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Does any one have the problem of there truck mount not staying on for some reason mine always turns off for no reason I let it warm up and all and it still turns off it'll do that about 3 to 4 times then it will be fine does anyone have any suggestions to fix my problem
The Great Oz
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The waste tank is full. Answers all the questions. 
GCC41
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nope even when waste tank is empty still have this problemThe waste tank is full. Answers all the questions.
Dolly Llama
Number 5
did you down load the manual yet, Chris?
Is there a trouble shooting page in it?
Your lack of experience and suspected lack of mechanical aptitude coupled with multiple problems suggests to me, you need a pro (or good backyard mechanic) to look over your TM.
Scrape up enough dough to have a shop diagnose and quote a price.
Then you'll know what you're capable of doing yourself and what's over your head
..L.T.A.
Is there a trouble shooting page in it?
Your lack of experience and suspected lack of mechanical aptitude coupled with multiple problems suggests to me, you need a pro (or good backyard mechanic) to look over your TM.
Scrape up enough dough to have a shop diagnose and quote a price.
Then you'll know what you're capable of doing yourself and what's over your head
..L.T.A.
Living The Dream
Member
Which engine do you have on your Crossfire? If I remember correctly there were a couple different engines used.
GCC41
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GCC41
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I went over the manual but a trouble shooting manual and knowing how to run a machine is different I'm learning little by little but a little help from someone who knows what there doing does go along way
Kenny Hayes
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Seriously, you’re wasting time asking us. Take it to a distributor mechanic that can help you. You need to be acquainted with them for all kinds of reasons.
Is it in good condition or does it need to be looked over by a mechanic? Spend the extra $$$ to get any kinks fixed or you'll be frustrated on the job when it breaks down. The only reason I say that is it's been several years since that was new. If the hours are low, that means it just sat, which isn't good
