WARNING: Alerts user to avoid or correct conditions
could cause bodily injury
that
CAUTION:
could
Alerts
user to avoid or correct conditions that
cause damage to the equipment.
.
NOTE:
Identifies helpful procedures and information.
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HIGH PRESSURE SPRAY CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS.
Read and understand all instruction manuals before operating equipment.
FLUID INJECTION HAZARD
WARNING
General Safety
This
pressure washer
Spray from the gun, leaks or ruptured components can
inject fluid through your skin and into your body and
extremely serious bodily injury including the need
cause
for amputation. Also, fluid injected or splashed into the
or on the skin can cause serious damage.
eyes
NEVER
part of the body .
spray
ALWAYS
cleaning
NEVER
body.
Be
before
point the
tip.
follow the
or servicing any part of the sprayer
try to stop or deflect leaks with your hand or
sure equipment safety devices are operating properly
each use.
generates very high fluid pressure.
spray gun or wand at anyone or at any
NEVER
put hand or fingers over the
Pressure Relief Procedure
.
,
before
Medical Treatment
If any fluid appears to penetrate your skin, get
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT AT ONCE. DO
TREA
NOT
what
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:
traumatic
surgically as soon as possible.
treatment
with
bloodstream.
reconstructive
T AS A SIMPLE CUT. T
fluid was injected.
Injection in the skin is a
injury
.
It is important to treat the injury
to research toxicity
some exotic coatings injected directly into the
Consultation with a plastic surgeon or
hand surgeon may be advisable.
ell the doctor exactly
Do not delay
. T
oxicity
is a concern
Pressure Relief Procedure
To
reduce the risk of serious bodily injury
injection
follow this procedure whenever you stop spraying for
more than 10 minutes, when shutting down, and before
checking
1.
2. T
3.
4.
5. Disengage
6. Before
and splashing in the eyes or on the skin, always
or repairing any part of the system.
Engage the trigger safety latch.
urn the sprayer of
Remove the ignition cable from the spark plug.
Shut of
to relieve pressure, and then engage the trigger
safety
of the unit, disconnect the water supply and turn off
the
f the water supply
the trigger safety latch and
latch again.
long–term (overnight)
fuel supply valve.
f.
.
storage or transporting
, including
trigger the gun
fluid
Spray Gun Safety Devices
Be sure all gun safety devices are operating properly
each use. Do not remove or modify any part of the
before
gun; this can cause a malfunction and result in serious
injury
bodily
SAFETY LA TCH: Whenever you stop spraying for a
moment,
or
“safe”
properly set the safety latch can result in accidental
triggering
SPRAY TIP SAFETY : Use extreme caution when
cleaning
spraying, engage the gun safety latch immediately.
ALWAYS
remove the spray tip to clean it.
then
.
always set the gun safety latch in the engaged
position, making the gun inoperative. Failure to
of the gun.
or changing spray tips. If a spray tip clogs
follow the Pressure Relief Procedure and
while
MOVING PARTS HAZARD
Moving
parts.
operating
NEVER
and interlocks installed and functioning. Follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure before checking or
parts can pinch or amputate fingers or other body
KEEP CLEAR
the pressure washer
operate the pressure washer
of moving parts when starting or
.
without all guards
servicing the pressure washer to prevent discharging
pressure fluid from the gun.
high
W
arnings continued on page 4.
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EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
General Safety
Any
misuse of the
as overpressurizing, modifying
chemicals and fluids, or using worn or damaged parts,
can cause them to rupture and result in fluid injection,
splashing in the eyes or on the skin, or other serious
injury
bodily
NEVER
so
CHECK
replace
ALWAYS
clothing.
chemical manufacturer’s literature for recommendations
on
alter or modify any part of this equipment; doing
could cause it to malfunction.
all spray equipment regularly and repair or
worn or damaged parts immediately
wear protective eyewear and appropriate
If using a chemical injector
additional protective equipment, such as a respirator
pressure washer or accessories, such
parts, using incompatible
, fire, explosion or property damage.
.
, read and follow
the
.
HOSE SAFETY
High
pressure fluid in the hoses can be very dangerous. If
the
hose develops a leak, split or
of wear , damage or misuse, the high pressure spray
emitted from it can cause a fluid injection injury or other
serious bodily injury or property damage.
ALL FLUID HOSES MUST HA VE STRAIN RELIEFS
BOTH ENDS.
ON
from kinks or bends at or close to the coupling, which can
result
in hose rupture.
TIGHTEN
High
high
all fluid connections securely before each use.
pressure fluid can dislodge a loose coupling or allow
pressure spray to be emitted from the coupling.
The strain
rupture due to any kind
reliefs help protect the hose
System
This sprayer can develop high operating pressures. Be
sure
to withstand the maximum working pressure of this
sprayer.
pressure of any component or accessory used in the
system.
Pressure
that all spray equipment and accessories are rated
DO NOT
exceed the maximum working
Chemical Compatibility
BE
SURE
that all chemicals used in the chemical
are compatible with the wetted parts of the hose, gun,
and tip, as given in the T
wand
cover). Always read the chemical manufacturer’s
literature before using any chemical in this pressure
washer.
NEVER
entire hose for cuts, leaks, abrasion, bulging cover , or
damage or movement of the hose couplings. If any of
these
NOT
tape
the
use a damaged hose. Before each use, check
conditions exist, replace the
try to recouple high pressure hose or mend it with
or any
other device. A repaired hose cannot contain
high pressure fluid.
echnical Data (inside back
hose immediately
HANDLE AND ROUTE HOSES CAREFULL Y.
pull on hoses to move the pressure washer. Do not use
chemicals which are not compatible with the inner tube
and cover of the hose.
temperatures
(–40_ C).
above 200
DO NOT
_ F
expose Graco hose to
(93
_ C)
or below –40
injector
.
DO
Do not
_ F
FUEL AND EMISSION HAZARDS
NEVER
The
on
tank
NEVER
contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous, odorless,
fill the fuel tank while the unit is running or hot.
fuel used in this unit is combustible and when spilled
a hot surface can ignite and cause a fire.
slowly to avoid spilling.
operate the unit in a closed building. The exhaust
ALWAYS
fill
invisible gas which can cause serious injury or death if
inhaled.
NEVER
Tampering with this adjustment can damage the
pressure
alter the throttle setting, which is factory set.
washer and will void the warranty
.
IMPORTANT
United
States Government safety standards have been adopted under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. These
standards—particularly the General Standards, Part 1910, and the Construction Standards, Part 1926—should be
consulted.
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INSTALLATION
2540
HIGH
PRESSURE
HOSE
CONNECTION
CONNECTION 3/4”
INLET WATER
GARDEN HOSE
1535
HIGH PRESSURE
HOSE
CONNECTION
INLET WATER
CONNECTION 3/4”
GARDEN HOSE
QUICK
COUPLER
2040
HIGH PRESSURE
HOSE CONNECTION
INLET WATER
CONNECTION 3/4”
GARDEN HOSE
Figure
1
Check for Shipping Damage
Check
the unit for any damage that may have occurred
shipping. Notify
the carrier immediately
if there is any
damage.
Set Up
If
you are using a downstream chemical injector
between
using
Connect
the pump unloader and the high pressure hose,
the quick couplers provided.
the high pressure hose between the pump
, install it
outlet
and the gun inlet. Both of these connections are made
quick couplers.
with
CAUTION
Up to 100 ft (30 m) of high pressure hose may
be used.
performance,
if
used.
Install the appropriate spray tip on the wand. See
Installing and Changing Spray T ips. If you are using a
sandblaster kit, see its separate manual for installation
instructions.
Longer hoses may affect sprayer
and chemical injector
performance,
in
SPRAY
GUN
QUICK
COUPLER
SPRAY
HOSE
Connect to Water Supply
CAUTION
Before attaching to the water supply, check your
local plumbing code regarding
to the water supply . A backflow preventer , P/N
801–133, is available to prevent backflow of
contaminated water into the fresh water supply .
it upstream from the pump.
Install
If inlet water pressure is over 60 psi (4.1 bar) a
regulating water valve, P/N 800–258, must be
installed
at the garden hose connection.
Do not exceed 160 _ F (70 _ C) inlet water
temperature.
Connect
a hose with at least a 3/4 inch (19 mm) ID from
the water supply to the unit’
The supply hose should not be more than 50 ft (15 m)
long.
NOTE:The water source at the unit
minimum
Technical
flow rate equal to that of the unit (see
Data, inside back cover).
cross–connection
s 3/4 inch garden hose inlet.
must
have a
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STARTUP
Always
is
1.
NOTE:
2.
use this startup procedure to ensure that the
started safely and properly
Check oil levels.
Engine:
as
Pump:
genuine
Gear
as necessary . The 1535 uses the oil in pump
crankcase.
Check fuel level.
Add SAE 30 or 10W–30 weight detergent oil
necessary
Reducer (2040 and 2540): Add SAE 90 gear oil
All
shuts
certain level. If the unit stops unexpectedly,
check
oil
.
Add SAE 20 or 30 weight non–detergent oil or
Cat pump oil as necessary
units are equipped with a low–oil sensor that
the engine of
both the oil and the fuel levels. Check the
level each time the unit is refueled.
.
.
f if the oil level
falls below a
WARNING
DO NOT
engine could cause a fire. Use only fresh, clean
regular or unleaded gasoline. Close the fuel
shutoff
3. T
refuel a hot engine. Refueling a hot
valve during refueling.
urn on the water supply
.
CAUTION
Never
run the unit dry
will result. Always be sure the water supply is
completely
turned on before operating.
. Costly damage to the pump
unit
If the engine is cold, completely close the engine
Grasp the starter rope, brace one foot on the
choke.
pressure washer chassis and pull rope rapidly and
firmly. Continue holding the rope as it returns. Pull
and return the rope until the engine starts. In cool
the
weather,
to 30 seconds before opening it to keep the engine
running. Otherwise, open the choke as soon as the
engine
If the engine is warm, leave the choke open, or just
partly close it. Start the engine as described in the
preceding
the
choke completely
choke may have to be kept closed for 10
starts.
paragraph. When it starts, be sure to open
.
CAUTION
On
recoil start engines, never let the starter rope
return by itself. It could jam the recoil system.
7.
ALWAYS
whenever
reduce the risk of fluid injection or splashing in the
eyes
accidentally.
ALWAYS
8.
costly
engage the gun’s trigger safety latch
you stop spraying, even for a moment, to
or on the skin if the gun is bumped or triggered
observe the following
damage to the pressure washer
CAUTIONS
.
CAUTION
DO
NOT
allow
the pressure washer to idle for more
than 10 minutes. Doing so may cause the
recirculating water to overheat and seriously
damage
will not be spraying or cleaning at least every 10
minutes. If heated inlet water is used, reduce this
time further.
the pump. T
urn of
f the pressure washer if it
to avoid
4. Trigger the gun until water sprays from the tip
indicating
5. Open the fuel shutoff valve. Be sure the spark plug
ignition
those
put
in
the “run” position.
6.
Start the engine.
NOTE:For easier starting, have one person start the
that the air is purged from the system.
cable is pushed firmly onto the
units equipped with an
the
switch in the “on” position and put the throttle
pressure
the
washer while
spray gun.
ignition shutof
another person triggers
spark plug. On
f switch,
DO NOT
damage
turned
DO
NOT
water screen removed. This screen helps keep
abrasive sediment out of the pump, which could
clog
DO NOT
may
9. See the chemical injector or sandblaster kit manual
for
are
run the pump dry , which will quickly
the pump. Be sure
on before starting the pump.
operate the pressure washer
or scratch the pump. Keep this screen clean.
pump caustic materials; such materials
corrode the pump components.
detailed cleaning information if these accessories
used.
the water supply is fully
with the inlet
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Trigger Safety Latch
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury,
including fluid injection, splashing in the eyes or
on the skin,
latch whenever spraying stops, even for a
moment.
In the engaged position, the trigger safety latch
prevents the gun from being triggered
accidentally
Be sure the latch is pushed fully down when
engaging
triggered.
ALWAYS
by hand or if it is dropped or bumped.
it or it cannot
See Figure 2.
engage the trigger safety
prevent the gun from being
Installing and Changing Spray Tips
WARNING
To
reduce the risk of serious bodily injury
fluid injection or splashing in the eyes or onto the
skin, use extreme caution when changing spray
ALWAYS
tips.
1.
Follow the
2. Point the gun and wand away from yourself and
anyone
3. Without
back the quick coupler ring (B). Remove the old tip
and/or install a new one, and then release the ring.
See
4. Be sure the tip is secure before starting to spray
again.
follow the procedure below
Pressure Relief Procedure
else.
holding your hand over the spray tip (A), pull
Figure 3.
, including
.
.
TRIGGER SAFETY LA
TRIGGER SAFETY LA
DISENGAGED
Figure 2
TCH SHOWN ENGAGED
TCH SHOWN
5. Tip
holding holes are provided on the chassis.
CAUTION
To avoid blowing the o–ring out of the quick
coupler, due to the high pressure in the system,
never operate the pressure washer without a tip
securely
Figure 3
mounted in the quick coupler
.
B
A
7308–530
SHUTDOWN, FLUSHING
AND STORAGE
WARNING
Pressure
To
reduce the risk of serious bodily injury
fluid
skin, always follow this procedure whenever you
stop spraying for more than 10 minutes, when
shutting down, and before checking or repairing
any
Relief Procedure
, including
injection and splashing in the eyes, or on
part of the system.
the
MAINTENANCE
Observing regular maintenance intervals helps ensure
that you get maximum performance and life from the
pressure
There
reducer (if used). After changing the oil in these
components
the
If the unit is operating in dusty conditions, these
maintenance
washer
is a break–in period for
interval between required changes is longer
.
the engine, pump and gear
following their respective break–in periods,
.
checks should be made more often.
1.
Engage the trigger safety latch.
2. T
urn the sprayer of
3. Remove
4. Shut
5. Disengage
the
the
6. Before long–term (overnight) storage or
transporting of unit, disconnect the water
supply,
1. If the pressure washer will be exposed to freezing
temperatures, drain all water out of the pump. If it
must be stored in freezing temperatures, flush the
unit with a 50% anti–freeze solution. Relieve
pressure.
again
NOTE:An anti–freeze flush kit, P/N 802–327, is
the ignition cable from the spark plug.
of
f the water supply
the
gun to relieve pressure, and then engage
trigger safety latch again.
and turn of
Flush the pressure washer before using it
to remove the anti–freeze.
available
to make flushing easier
f.
.
trigger safety latch and trigger
f the fuel supply valve.
.
CAUTION
If
water does freeze in the
it
in a
warm room before trying to start it.
pour hot water on or into the pump; it may crack
ceramic plungers!
the
2. After each use, wipe all surfaces of the pressure
washer
3. Perform the appropriate maintenance. See
maintenance
with a clean, damp cloth.
chart.
pressure washer
DO NOT
, thaw
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury,
including fluid injection, splashing in the eyes or
on the skin or injury from moving parts, always
follow the Pressure Relief Procedure Warning
proceeding.
before
Interval
Daily
After first 5
hours of
operation
Each 25 hours
of operation
After first 50
hours of
operation
Each 100
hours of
operation
or 3 months
Each 500
hours of
operation
or 6 months
What to do
Clean water inlet screen and
filter
. Check engine and pump oil
levels. Fill as necessary
gasoline level. Fill as necessary
Change engine break–in oil.
Drain oil when warm. Use SAE
30 or 10W–30 detergent oil.
Clean and remove air cleaner
foam. Wash with water and
detergent. Dry thoroughly
with oil and squeeze to distribute
oil.
Change pump break–in oil. Use
SAE 20 or 30 non–detergent oil
or genuine Cat pump oil.
Change gear reducer oil. Use
SAE 90 gear oil on 2040 and
2540. The 1535 uses the oil in
pump crankcase.
Clean or replace paper air
cleaner cartridge. T
remove dirt. Change engine oil.
Use SAE 30 or 10W–30
detergent oil.
Change pump oil. Use SAE 20 or
30 non–detergent oil or genuine
Cat
pump oil. Change gear
reducer oil on 2040 and 2540.
Use SAE 90 gear oil. The 1535
uses the oil in pump crankcase.
. Check
. Rub
ap gently to
.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
To
reduce the risk of serious bodily injury
moving
parts, always follow the
Pressure Relief Procedure W
WARNING
, including fluid injection,
splashing in the eyes or on the skin or injury from
arning
before proceeding.
PROBLEM
Engine will not start or
is hard to start
Engine misses or
lacks power
pressure and/or
Low
pump runs rough
W
ater leakage from
under pump manifold
W
ater in pump
Frequent or premature
failure of the packings
Strong surging at the
inlet and low pressure
on the discharge side
Oil leakage between
the gear reducer cover
and case
Oil leakage between
the gear reducer cover
and the pump
Oil leakage between
the gear reducer case
and the engine
CAUSESOLUTION
No gasoline in fuel tank or carburetor
Low oil
Start/Stop switch in Stop position.
W
ater in gasoline or old fuel.
Choked improperly
Dirty air cleaner filter
Spark plug dirty
Spray gun closed.
Partially plugged air cleaner filter
Spark plug dirty
W
orn or wrong size tip.
Inlet filter clogged.
W
orn packings, abrasives in water or
natural wear
Inadequate water supply
Fouled or dirty inlet or discharge valves.
Even a small particle can cause the valve
to stick.
Restricted inlet.
W
orn inlet or discharge valves.
Leaking high pressure hose.
orn packings.
Humid air condensing inside crankcase.
W
orn packings.
Oil seals leaking.
Scored, damaged or worn plungers.
Abrasive material in the fluid being pumped.
Inlet water temperature too high.
Overpressurizing pump.
Excessive pressure due to partially plugged
or damaged tip.
Pump running too long without spraying.
Running pump dry
Foreign particles in the inlet or discharge
valve or worn inlet and/or discharge valves.
W
orn gasket.
W
orn oil seals and/or o-ring.
W
orn oil seal.
. Flooded engine.
.
, wrong gap or wrong type.
, wrong gap or wrong type.
.
.
.
.
.
Fill the tank with gasoline, open fuel shut of
Check fuel line and carburetor
Add to proper level.
Move switch to start position.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor
spark plug.
Open choke and crank engine several times to clear
out gas.
Remove and clean.
Clean, adjust the gap or replace.
T
rigger spray gun.
Remove and clean.
Clean, adjust the gap or replace.
Replace with tip of proper size.
Clean. Check more frequently
filter
Check
Check water flow rate to pump.
Clean inlet and discharge valve assemblies. Check
filter.
Check garden hose, may be collapsed or kinked.
Replace worn valves.
Replace high pressure hose.
Install new packings. See PUMP SER
Change oil as specified in MAINTENANCE.
Install new packings. See PUMP SER
Install new oil seals. See PUMP SER
Install new plungers. See PUMP SER
Install proper filtration on pump inlet plumbing.
Check water temperature; may not exceed 160
Do not modify any factory–set adjustments. See
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD.
Clean or replace tip. See Installing and Changing
Spray Tips.
Never run pump more than 10 minutes without
spraying.
Do not run pump without water
Clean or replace valves. See PUMP SER
Replace the gasket. See SER
Replace oil seals and/or o-ring. See SER
SECTION.
Replace oil seal. See SER
. Replace packings. See PUMP SER
.
. Use new fuel and dry
.
.
VICE SECTION.
VICE SECTION.
f valve.
VICE.
VICE.W
VICE.
VICE.
VICE.
F.
VICE.
VICE
9308–530
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