Jacon MXE-1611-173 Maxijet Elite Operators Manual

Out on a tunnel or shotcrete job, this Maxijet Elite is usually working in tight spaces, on uneven ground, with limited visibility and people moving around it. This operators manual is what I’d keep handy to remind operators how the controls should respond under load, what to check at the start of each shift, and how to spot trouble before it shuts the rig down. If, for example, the boom movements start getting jerky or the spray pattern isn’t behaving as expected, I’d use this manual to verify correct control use, confirm basic checks, and rule out operator error before diving into deeper mechanical faults.

Applications & Use Cases

• Train new operators on correct control use so they don’t fight the boom or overwork the hydraulics.
• Plan daily walk‑around checks to catch leaks, loose fittings and worn hoses early.
• Verify machine behavior under load when the unit feels unstable or sluggish on rough ground.
• Improve spraying habits so you’re not overstressing pumps, valves or the boom structure.
• Establish safe working positions for tight headings, poor visibility and congested jobsites.

FAQ

Q: Can I keep this manual on a tablet in the cab?

A: Yes, a digital copy works well; just make sure it’s downloaded so you can access it underground or where reception is poor.

Q: Is it worth printing parts of this manual?

A: Print the operating checks and control layouts and laminate them; they hold up better to dust, moisture and greasy hands.

Safety Note

Always follow the manual’s operating sequence and never bypass safety devices just to “get the pour finished.”

Jacon MXE-1611-173 Maxijet Elite Index:

Contents
WARNING …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2
1 INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
1.1 General Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
1.2 General Information …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
1.3 General Arrangement ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
2 SPECIFICATIONS ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
2.1 General Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
2.2 Dimensions …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14
2.3 Boom Working Radius……………………………………………………………………………………………. 15
2.4 Turning Radius ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16
2.5 Oils and Lubricants ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 18
3.1 Warning Labels ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18
3.2 Operator Safety Instructions ……………………………………………………………………………………. 19
3.3 Eligibility ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 23
3.4 Planning ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 24
3.5 Safety Precautions ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 25
4 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM …………………………………………………………………………………….. 27
Operation……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 28
Control Panel ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 30
5 Emergency Stops ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 32
6 Cabin Emergency Exit …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 33
7 Battery Isolator ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 34
9 Mounting the Machine …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 35
10 Instruments and Controls ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 37
10.1 Front Cabin …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 37
10.2 Front Control Panel ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 39
10.3 Rear Control Stations ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 40
10.4 Power Supply Station ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 41
10.5 Front Dash Panel ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 42
10.6 Front Control Station ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 43
10.7 Front Speed Adjustment………………………………………………………………………………………….. 44
10.8 Cabin Pressure Gauge Panel ……………………………………………………………………………………. 44
11 Routine Checks Before Starting the Engine……………………………………………………………………… 45
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12 Start Up Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 47
13 Park brake test Procedure ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 49
14 Service Brake Test Procedure ……………………………………………………………………………………… 50
15 Driving Instruction …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 52
15.1 Gradient Angles …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 52
15.2 Operator Visibility …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 53
16 Driving the Unit ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 54
16.1 Setting the Unit in Motion ………………………………………………………………………………………. 54
16.2 Driving Range Hi/Lo/Diff Lock ………………………………………………………………………………. 55
16.3 Braking …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 56
16.4 Steering ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 57
16.5 Shutdown and Parking Procedure …………………………………………………………………………….. 59
16.6 Emergency Park Brake Release ……………………………………………………………………………….. 60
16.6.1 Using the Manual Hand Pump ………………………………………………………………………….. 61
16.6.2 Manual Park Brake Release ……………………………………………………………………………… 62
17 Emergency Towing of the Unit ……………………………………………………………………………………. 63
17.1 Without the Engine Running……………………………………………………………………………………. 63
17.2 With the Engine Running ………………………………………………………………………………………… 63
17.3 Activating the Bypass Function ……………………………………………………………………………….. 64
17.4 Raising the Legs …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 65
17.5 Releasing the Park Brake ………………………………………………………………………………………… 66
18 Jacking Procedure ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 67
19 General Pumping Information …………………………………………………………………………………….. 74
19.1 Delivery line Information and Safety Tips ………………………………………………………………… 74
20.2 Positioning the Maxijet …………………………………………………………………………………………… 75
20.3 Preparing the Pump for Operation – Hot & Cold Climate Conditions …………………………… 75
20.4 Hints on Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 76
20.5 Priming the Pump for Operation ………………………………………………………………………………. 76
21 Corded Remote Control ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 77
22 Pumping Module Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………… 79
22.1 Principle of Concrete Pump Operation ……………………………………………………………………… 79
22.2 Mix Design ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 80
22.3 Hints on Shotcreting ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 82
22.4 Priming the Pump ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 85
22.5 Pumping ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 85

22.6 Maintenance ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 86
22.6.1 Clean Up ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 86
22.6.2 Causes of a Blockage ………………………………………………………………………………………. 87
22.6.3 Removing a Blockage ……………………………………………………………………………………… 87
22.6.4 Swing Tube Adjustment …………………………………………………………………………………… 88
23 Chemical Pump & Digital Flowmeter ………………………………………………………………………….. 89
23.1 Chemical Pump Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………. 89
23.2 Chemical Flow Meter …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 89
23.3 Calibrating the Chemical Pump System ……………………………………………………………………. 90
23.4 Calculating the Dosing Rate ……………………………………………………………………………………. 90
23.5 Flushing the Chemical Lines……………………………………………………………………………………. 92
24 High Pressure Washer ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 93
24.1 Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 93
24.2 Operation of Pressure Washer ………………………………………………………………………………….. 94
24.3 Pressure Washer Schematic …………………………………………………………………………………….. 94
25 Hydroscaler ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 95
25.1 Principle of Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 95
25.2 Operation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 98
25.3 Additional Hydroscaler Components ………………………………………………………………………… 99
26 AIR COMPRESSOR ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 101
26.1 Compressor data: …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 101
26.2 Introduction: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 101
26.3 Safety warning: …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 102
26.4 Compressor Operation. ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 104
26.5 Operating Principles and Standards: …………………………………………………………………………. 105
26.5.1 Compression Principle ………………………………………………………………………………………… 106
26.5.2 System Air Flow ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 106

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