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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
fuel
f the water supply
the
latch again.
long–term (overnight) storage or transporting
unit, disconnect
supply valve.
f.
.
trigger safety latch and trigger the gun
the water supply
, including
, and turn of
fluid
f the
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
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
.
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MOVING PARTS HAZARD
Moving
parts.
operating
NEVER
and interlocks installed and functioning. Follow the
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
Pressure Relief Procedure before checking or
servicing the pressure washer to prevent discharging
pressure fluid from the gun.
high
TERMS
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 or destruction of equipment.
.
NOTE:
Identifies helpful procedures and information.
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.
INSTALLATION
HIGH
PRESSURE
HOSE
CONNECTION
HOSE
RACK
SPRAY
GUN
SPRAY
HOSE
TEE HANDLE
(3040 ONL
Y)
INLET W
CONNECTION
3/4” GARDEN
Figure
ATER
HOSE
1
Check for Shipping Damage
The unit should be checked for any damage that may
occurred in shipping. Any damage
have
and
the
carrier notified immediately
should be noted
.
Set Up
If
you are using a downstream chemical injector
between
using
Connect
and the gun inlet. Both of these connections are made
with
the pump unloader and the high pressure hose,
the quick couplers provided.
the high pressure hose between the pump
quick couplers.
, install it
outlet
CAUTION
Up to 100 ft
be used.
performance, and chemical injector
performance,
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.
(30 m) of high pressure hose may
Longer hoses may affect sprayer
if used.
Connect to Water Supply
CAUTION
Before attaching to the water supply , check
your local plumbing code regarding cross–
connection to the water supply . A backflow
preventer P/N 801–133 is available to prevent
backflow of contaminated water into the fresh
supply
water
If
inlet water pressure is over
regulating water valve P/N 800–258 must be
installed
Do not exceed 160_F (70_C) inlet water
temperature.
Connect
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
a hose with at least a 3/4 inch (19 mm) ID from
. Install it upstream from the pump.
60 psi (4.1 bar) a
at the garden hose connection.
s 3/4 inch garden hose inlet.
minimum
Technical
flow rate equal to that of the unit (see
Data, inside back cover).
must
have a
STARTUP
Use this procedure whenever starting the pressure
washer
starting
1.
NOTE:
2. Check
to help
is done safely
Check oil levels.
Engine:
as
necessary
Pump:
necessary.
insure that the unit is ready to operate and
.
Add SAE 30 or 10W–30 weight detergent oil
.
Add SAE 20 or 30 weight
Some
units are equipped with a low–oil sensor
that shuts the engine of f if the oil level falls
below a certain level. If the unit stops
unexpectedly, check both the oil and the fuel
Check the oil level each time the unit is
levels.
refueled.
fuel level.
non–detergent oil as
WARNING
DO NOT
engine
regular or unleaded gasoline. Close the fuel
shutoff
3. T
urn on the water supply
refuel a hot engine. Refueling a hot
could cause a fire. Use only fresh, clean
valve during refueling.
.
CAUTION
Never run the unit dry . Costly damage to the
pump will result. Always be sure the water
supply is completely turned on before
operating.
4. Trigger the gun until water sprays from the tip
indicating
that the air is purged from the system.
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,
or on the skin if the gun is
observe the following
damage to the pressure washer
bumped or triggered
CAUTIONS
.
CAUTION
DO NOT
more
recirculating water to overheat and seriously
damage the pump. Turn of f the pressure
washer if it will not be spraying or cleaning at
least every 10 minutes. If heated inlet water is
used,
DO NOT
damage
fully
allow the pressure washer to idle for
than 10 minutes. Doing so may cause the
reduce this time further
run the pump dry , which will quickly
the pump. Be sure the
turned on before starting the pump.
.
water supply is
to
to
avoid
5. Open the fuel shutof f valve and be sure the spark
plug ignition cable is pushed firmly onto the spark
On
plug.
switch, the switch should be in the “on” position.
Throttle
6.
Start the engine.
NOTE:For easier starting, have one person start the
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those units equipped with an ignition shutof
should be in the “run” position.
pressure
the
spray gun.
washer while
another person triggers
DO
NOT
operate the pressure washer with the
inlet
water
screen removed. This screen helps
keep
f
9. See the chemical injector or sandblaster kit manual
abrasive sediment out of the pump, which
could clog or scratch the pump. Keep this
clean.
screen
DO NOT
materials
detailed cleaning information if these accessories
for
are
pump caustic materials; such
may corrode the pump components.
used.
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