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8.913-996.0 • 8.914-452.0 • 9.800-084.0 • 8.919-013.0 •  Rev. 06/11

OPERA

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OR’S MANU

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PRESSURE W

ASHER 

 

8

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CON'T)

         

WARNING! Never replace 

nozzles without engaging the 
safety latch on the spray gun 
trigger.

The fi ve color-coded quick connect 
nozzles provide a wide array of spray 
widths from 0° to 40° and are easily ac-
cessible when placed in the convenient 
rubber nozzle holder, which is provided 
on the front of the machine. 

NOTE:

  For a more gentle rinse, select 

the white 40° or green 25° nozzle.  To 
scour the surface, select the yellow 15° 
or red 0° nozzle. To apply detergent 
select the black nozzle.

NOZZLES

Safety 

Latch

Selection of high or low pressure is accompanied by turning the handle. 

Note:

 High pressure nozzle must be inserted at end of wand to obtain 

high pressure. To apply soap read operator's manual.

Variable Pressure 

Control Handle

Trigger

Variable Pressure 

Wand (VP)

High 

Pressure 

Nozzle

Brass Soap 

Nozzle

Summary of Contents for BD-343089E

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL For the dealer nearest you consult our web page at www hotsy com BD 373539 BD 343089E BD 404029 BD 405039E BD 455039E BD 8 914 452 0 ...

Page 2: ...rial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference 8 913 996 0 8 914 452 0 9 800 084 0 8 919 013 0 Rev 06 11 Important Safety Information 2 3 Component Identification Single Axle 4 Component Identification Dual Axle 5 Assembly Instructions 6 Operating Instructions 7 8 Applying Detergent and General Operating Techniques 9 Shut Down and Clean Up 10 Troubleshooting 11 12 P...

Page 3: ...h local codes Contact your electrician plumber utility company or the selling distributor for specific details WARNING RISK OF ASPHYXIATION USE THIS PRODUCT ONLY IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA WARNING Risk of asphyxiation Use this product only in a well ventilated area 5 Avoid installing machines in small areas or near exhaust fans Exhaust contains poi sonous carbon monoxide gas exposure may cause loss...

Page 4: ...RNING High pressure devel oped by these machines will cause personal injury or equip ment damage Keep clear of nozzle Use caution when oper ating Do not direct discharge stream at people or severe in jury or death will result 13 Never make adjustments on machine while in op eration 14 Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured before using pressure washer WARNING PROTECT FROM FREEZING WARNI...

Page 5: ...ce Includes safety latch Detergent Injector Allows you to siphon and mix detergents not shown Wand Must be connected to the spray gun High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun Note If trigger on spray gun is released for more than 2 minutes water will leak from valve Warm water will discharge from pump protector onto floor This system prevents...

Page 6: ...of water and detergent onto cleaning surface with trigger device Includes safety latch Detergent Injector Allows you to siphon and mix detergents not shown Wand Must be connected to the spray gun High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun Note If trigger on spray gun is released for more than 2 minutes water will leak from valve Warm water will...

Page 7: ...l lar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle STEP 6 Connect garden hose to the cold water source STEP 7 Check inlet filters remove debris then connect garden hose to pump water inlet CAUTION Do not run the pump without water or pump damage will result Safety Latch Spray Gun High Pressure Hose Wand Coupler Pressure Nozzle Pressure Nozzle Wand Coupler Wand Collar Discharge...

Page 8: ...se engine damage STEP 3 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely Never use hot water STEP 4 Trigger the spray gun to eliminate trapped air then wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 2 Fill the fuel tank with the appropriate fuel unleaded gasoline or diesel as noted on the tank Do not use leaded gasoline STEP 5 P...

Page 9: ...nient rubber nozzle holder which is provided on the front of the machine NOTE For a more gentle rinse select the white 40 or green 25 nozzle To scour the surface select the yellow 15 or red 0 nozzle To apply detergent select the black nozzle NOZZLES Safety Latch Selection of high or low pressure is accompanied by turning the handle Note High pressure nozzle must be inserted at end of wand to obtai...

Page 10: ... pump CLEANING TIPS Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water Place de tergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure for best results limit your work area to sections approximately 6 feet square and always apply detergent from bottom to top Allow detergent to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not al low detergent to dry on surface If surface appears to ...

Page 11: ...sure washer When the pressure washer is not being operated or is being stored for more than one month follow these instructions 1 Replenish engine oil to upper level 2 Drain gasoline from fuel tank fuel line fuel valve and carburetor 3 Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through the spark plug hole pull the starter grip several times and replace the plug Then pull the starter grip slowly until y...

Page 12: ...orn or dirty pump valves Contact local dealer Nozzle is obstructed Use nozzle wire in accessory kit Pump sucking air inlet hose leaking Check all pump lines and connections PRESSURE LOW AFTER PERIOD OF NORMAL USE Nozzle worn Replace nozzle Unloader valve worn Replace unloader valve ENGINE WILL NOT START OR STOPS WHILE OPERATING Low oil shutdown Fill engine with oil Out of gas Fill fuel tank Water ...

Page 13: ...ure regulator at end of 50 garden hose NO DETERGENT Detergent suction tube not prop erly connected to machine Check connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent For best results use our detergent Detergent filter valve is at lowest setting Set detergent filter valve to a higher setting Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged Run warm water through filter to remove debris Damaged or clogg...

Page 14: ... maintenance will add many hours to the life of your pressure washer Perform maintenance more often under severe conditions OIL CHANGE RECORD Check pump oil and engine oil level before first use of your new pressure washer Pump Oil Inspect Daily inspect the oil level Change After first 50 hours then every 500 hours or annually Replace high pressure nozzle Every 6 months Replace quick connects Annu...

Page 15: ...ng and clearing of obstructions 6 Transportation to service center field labor charges or freight damage WHAT YOU MUST DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE In order to obtain warranty service on items warranted by Hotsy you must return the product to your Authorized Hotsy Distributor freight prepaid with proof of purchase within the applicable warranty period If the product is permanently installed you m...

Page 16: ...If you are looking for replacement parts for your Hotsy please contact your local dealer You can find a dealer by calling Hotsy at 800 525 1976 or by visiting www hotsy com ...

Page 17: ...Form 8 914 452 0 Revised 06 11 Printed in U S A or Mexico ...

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