General J-1400, J-1600 Operator's Manual
JET SET
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
J-1400 and J-1600
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General Wire Spring Co USA 1-412-771-6300 or 1-800-245-6200
Any alteration to equipment without prior written approval of the manufacturer will cancel any warranty or
liability extended to the purchaser by manufacturer. For approval or assistance contact General Wire Spring Co.
8.914-322.0 / 97-6115
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CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3
Machine Safety ...........................................................................................................................3-4
Assembly ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Pre-Operation Check ..................................................................................................................... 4
Set-up Procedures .....................................................................................................................4, 7
J-1400 Component Identification & Use ........................................................................................ 5
J-1600 Component Identification & Use ........................................................................................ 6
Operating Instructions.................................................................................................................8-9
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 9
Exploded View, J-1400 ................................................................................................................ 10
Exploded View, J-1400 Parts List ............................................................................................... 11
Exploded View, J-1600 ................................................................................................................ 12
Exploded View, J-1600 Parts List ................................................................................................ 13
HR-200W Handy-Reel with Foot Pedal ....................................................................................... 14
Hose and Spray Gun Assembly (Optional) ..................................................................................15
Pump Exploded View ................................................................................................................... 16
Pump Parts List & Specifications .................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................18-19
Warranty ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Model Number ______________________________
Serial Number ______________________________
Date of Purchase ____________________________
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached
to the machine. You should record both serial number and date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a General's Jet Set™.
This manual covers the operation and maintenance of
models J-1400 and J-1600. All information in this manual
is based on the latest product information available at
the time of printing.
General Wire Spring Co. reserves the right to make
changes at any time without incurring any obligation.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this General's Jet Set. Warning information
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions
and warnings shall be read to and discussed with the
operator in the operator’s native language by the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
MACHINE SAFETY
CAUTION
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
2. All installations must comply with local codes. Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company or the
selling distributor for specific details. To comply with
the National Electrical code (NFPA 70) and provide
additional protection from risk of electric shock, the
machines are equipped with a UL approved ground
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) power cord.
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT USE WITH
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, read operating instructions
carefully before using.
1. Read th e owner' s manua l
thoroughly. Failure to follow
instructions could cause malfunction of the unit and result
in death, serious bodily injury
and/or property damage.
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ignite causing property damage or
severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion -do not spray flammable liquids.
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3. Risk of explosion - do not spray flammable liquids
or operate in an area where flammable or explosive
materials are used or stored.
WARNING
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electric wiring or fatal
electric shock may result.
4. To protect the operator from
electrical shock. The machine
is equipped with a Ground Fault
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM ELEC-
TRICAL WIRING.
Circuit Interuptor (GFCI). The
use of an additional extension
cord by the operator should not
be used as it will not provide protection to the op-
erator of electrical shock. The machine must be
electrically grounded. It is the responsibility of the
owner to connect this machine to a UL grounded
receptacle of proper voltage and amperage ratings.
Do not spray water on or near electrical components.
Do not touch machine with wet hands or while
standing in water. Always disconnect power before
servicing.
5. Grip cleaning wand or hose securely with both hands
before starting the cleaner. Failure to do this could
result in injury from a whipping wand or hose.
WARNING: High pressure stream
CAUTION
of fluid that this equipment can
produce can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to
seri o u s in j ur y an d po s s ible
amputation.
HIGH PRESSURE
SPRAY CAN PIERCE
SKIN AND TISSUES.
6. High pressure developed by
these machines will cause
personal injury or equipment
damage. Use caution when operating. Do not direct
discharge stream at people, or severe injury or death
will result.
7. Never make adjustments on machine while in operation.
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds.
8. Eye safety devices, foot protection and protective clothing
USE PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING WHEN
OPERATING.
must be worn when using this
equipment.
9. Do not operate with the valve in the off position for
extensive periods of time as this may cause damage
to the pump.
10. The best insurance against an accident is precaution
and knowledge of the machine.
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Hose Size (ID)* Pipe Size Typical Applications
3/8" or 5/16"
(9.925mm to
7.938mm)
4" to 8"
(102mm to 203mm)
Floor drains, septic lines, long
runs
1/4"
(6.350mm)
2" to 4"
(51mm to 102mm)
Kitchen sinks, laundry drains,
clean outs
1/8"
(3.175mm)
1-1/2" to 2"
(38mm to 51mm)
Small lines, bathroom sinks,
tight bends
*Inside Diameter
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General Wire Spring Co. will not be liable for any chang-
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es made to our standard machines or any components
not purchased from General Wire Spring Co.
12. Be certain all fittings are secured before using pressure washer.
13. Never run pump dry.
14.
Inlet water supply must be cold and clean fresh water.
15. Do not allow children to operate the General's Jet
Set™ at any time.
16. Protect from freezing.
17. When the machine is working, do not cover or place
in a closed space where ventilation is insufficient.
ASSEMBLY
Upon arrival, inspect the shipping crate for damages.
Uncrate and examine all parts. Note any damage to machine or components for claims against freight carrier.
Jets have antifreeze in the pump to protect it from freezing conditions during shipment and storage. If machine
will be stored and operated in a cold climate, follow
Freeze Protection instructions on page 9.
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(15m) in length. If run without an adequate water supply, the pump will cavitate. Cavitation causes the pump
to vibrate, causing damage to the pump. Note: Lack of
water supply can lead to seal damage, causing a loss of
pressure and will void the warranty to the pump.
Maximum temperature from water source should not
exceed 140°F (60°C). Using water hotter than 140°F
(60°C) can cause damage to pump and void the warranty. If jet is being used to clear ice blockages, see
instructions on page 8.
Remove oil plug on top of pump and replace with dipstick
supplied.
Hose Selection Guide
Select the proper hose diameter for the line to be
cleaned. When using new hose, run water through it to
clean it out before attaching the nozzle.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Pump oil (SAE 30W non-detergent oil)
Cold clean fres h water suppl y (6 gpm • 5/8"
(15.875 mm) • 20 psi)
Hose, nozzle
Water filter (intact, non-restrictive)
SET-UP PROCEDURES
These machines are meant to be used at or near the
working area and under operator supervision. If machine
must be located out of sight of the operator, special controls may be required for proper machine operation and
operator safety.
Locate equipment on a solid level area with slopes for
drainage. Avoid areas where water can be sprayed at
machine. Before using the jet, make sure there are no
impurities in the incoming water supply. Turn the water
source on for at least 15 seconds, to remove any possible debris in the water before connecting hose to water
inlet swivel.
The inlet screen located inside the filter should be
cleaned before each use. To clean the inlet screen,
unscrew cap beneath the filter, remove the screen and
rinse thoroughly with water. Then replace screen.
Connect one end of a garden hose (not included) to
the water faucet — water supply not to exceed 100 psi
(6.9 Bar) and the other end to the water inlet of the jet
machine. (See component identification drawings on next
pages.) Use heavy duty 3/4" hose of no more than 50 ft.
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When selecting hose size, consider that pressure is lost
as the water travels down the length of the hose. As the
length increases, the pressure decreases. In addition,
the smaller the diameter of the hose, the greater the
loss of pressure per foot will be. As an example, at 2
GPM (.13L/sec) a 1/4" (6.350 mm) hose will lose 180
lbs. (12.4 bar) of pressure over 100 ft. (30.5m) of hose,
yet a 3/8" (9.925mm) hose will only lose 25 lbs. (1.7 bar)
of pressure over the same length and at the same flow
rate. At 4 GPM, a 3/8" hose will lose 90 lbs. (6.2 bar) of
pressure over a 100 ft. (30.5m) length. The gauge reflects
pressure from the pump only, not pressure at the end
of the hose. It is important to select the largest possible
hose size in order to have as much pressure as possible
at the end of the hose.
Hoses of the same diameter may be coupled together
using the CC-1 coupling, but it is not recommended for
use in lines smaller than 8" (203mm) in diameter. The
long length of the hose connectors and coupling together
can get caught in bends in the line.
Coupling two different size hoses can be done through
the spray wand trigger or foot pedal.
It is not advisable to have two different hose sizes coupled
in a drain line. There is a tremendous loss of pressure
when combined, aside from the difficulty of getting around
bends.
The 3/8" (9.925 mm) and 1/4" (6.350 mm) hoses may
be attached to the fitting in the core of the hose reel
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J-1400 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
DRAIN CLEANING
Through Floor Drain
Through Roof Vent
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Roof
Vent
Roof
Jetter
Hose
Foot Pedal
(Optional)
Foot Pedal
(Optional)
Jetter
Hose
Drain
Backflow
Preventer
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Pressure Valve
Unloader
Valve
Inline Strainer
Motor
Pressure Gauge
Pump
GFCI
Pulse Control Valve
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1600 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
DRAIN CLEANING
Through Floor Drain
Through Roof Vent
Jetter
Hose
Water
Supply
Hose
Foot Pedal
Roof
Vent
(optional)
Roof
Unloader
Valve
Inline
Strainer
Jetter
Control
Valve
Jetter
Hose
Detergent
Injector
Foot Pedal
(Optional)
Floor
Drain
Motor
Pulse Control
Valve
Pressure
Gauge
Backflow
Preventer
Water
Supply
Hose
Pump
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GFCI
Hose
Reel
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NOZZLE SELECTION GUIDE
1/8" 1/4" 3/8"
15o No Forward Jet 31 41 51
15o w/Forward Jet 32 42 52
30o No Forward Jet 33 - -
40o No Forward Jet - 44 54
Spring Leader (JNSL) 4 5 6
Rotary Nozzle - 4 -
* Rotary Nozzles can be adapted to 1/8" and 3/8" hose using AD-3 or AD-4 adapters
using the swivel at one end of the hose. The 3/8" hose
may also be attached directly to the accessory outlet
by using a twist connect. The 1/4" and 1/8" (3.175mm)
hoses may be connected directly to the accessory outlet if an adapter fitting (AD-1 or AD-2) is used between
the hose and quick connect. Adapters may be ordered
separately.
Often, the 1/8" hose is used in conjunction with the spray
wand trigger to give the operator finger tip control. Remove the spray wand from the trigger and attach the
1/8" hose using the AD-3 adapter.
A foot pedal FP-1 valve is available that can be used as
a safety shut-off valve for all hose sizes. See foot pedal
section for installation and operating instructions.
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Spring leader nozzle gets
hose around tight bends
and P-traps
Optional:
Downhead nozzle takes
hose down Tee's and
around difficult corners.
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Nozzles
A number of types of nozzles are available for drain
cleaning. Each has a different spray pattern. Some
nozzles may have a hole in the front to cut though the
stoppage. All will have holes in the back to drive the hose
down the line and clean the walls of the pipe. A tight spray
pattern (15°) has more driving power for long runs, a wide
spray pattern (40°) does a better job of cutting the grease
off the walls of the pipe. A combination of nozzles may
be required to clear a line. Always turn off the machine
and shut off valve before changing nozzles.
Make sure the nozzle you are using matches the pump
size. A 3000 psi (207 bar) pump requires a different
nozzle orifice than a 1500 psi (104 bar) pump. Mismatch-
ing nozzles with pump size will either cause too little
pressure which may not clear the drain, or too much
pressure which may damage the machine.
Check nozzles before and after each use for clogged
holes which can cause pressure to increase to dangerously high levels and damage the pump. A clogged hole
can be cleared by simply using the NCT Nozzle Cleaning
Tool.
Use the nozzle selection guide to determine what nozzle
you will need for various applications. Example: If a
nozzle is stamped #22, it is a JN-22, 15° rearjets, 2 GPM
(.13L/Sec) @ 1500 PSI (104 Bar) with a forward cutting
Optional:
Rotary nozzle scours
walls of pipe crystal clear
jet. Spring leader nozzles and down head nozzles are
special nozzles to help aid hose travel through the pipe
when there are alot of curves and bends.
Rotary Nozzles
Rotary nozzles are useful as a finishing tool. After the
line has been cleared, you may switch to the rotary
nozzle to more thoroughly clean the walls of the pipe.
Use these nozzles only in a predominantly straight run
since they are longer than regular nozzles and may get
caught in tight bends.
Pre-Operation Checklist
Powerful penetrating
nozzle cuts through
grease and ice.
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Wide spray flushing
nozzle cleans inside of
pipe thoroughly.
Be sure you understand all safety precautions and
___ have been trained to use the machine.
Wear goggles or a face shield to protect your eyes
___ from spray or from any product of the spray.
Wear gloves, rubber boots and other protective
___ clothing as required.
Be sure you understand all safety precautions for
___ the detergent use.
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