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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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CONTENTS

Introduction & Important Safety Instructions	4-5
Component Identification	6
Assembly Instructions	7
Operating Instructions	8-9
Detergents and Cleaning Tips	10
Shut-Down and Clean Up	11
Storage	11
Maintenance	12-14
Troubleshooting	15-17
Maintenance & Oil Change Charts	18
Exploded View3020, 3025	19
Exploded View3030, 3530, 3530E, 4030E	20-21
Exploded View Parts Lists	22-24
Control Panel3020, 3025 & Parts List	25
Control Panel3030, 3530, 3530E, 4030E & Parts List	26-27
Hose & Spray Gun Assembly	28
Downstream Injector Assembly	29
Hose Reel Option	30
Burner Specifications	31
Warranty

Model Number ______________________________________

Serial Number ______________________________________

Date of Purchase ____________________________________

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the pressure washer.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 Hot Water Pressure Washer.

All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing.

We reserves the right to make changes at any time without incurring any obligation.

This series was designed for maximum use of 4 hours per day, 5 days per week.

Owner/User Responsibility:

The owner and/or user must have an understanding of the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings before using this pressure washer.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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using this machine basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

CAUTION

READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO USE.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, read operating instructions carefully before using.

1. Read the owner's manual thoroughly. Failure to follow instructions could cause malfunction and result in death, serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

2.Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

3.Stay alert - watch what you are doing.

4.All installations must comply with local codes.Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company or the selling distributor for specific details.

WARNING

RISK OF EXPLOSION: DO NOT SPRAY FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS.

WARNING: Flammable liquids can create fumes which can ignite causing property damage or severe injury.

5.Risk of explosion - do not spray flammable liquids or operate in an explosive location.Operate only where open flame or torch is permitted.

WARNING: Do not place machine near flammable objects when the engine is hot.

WARNING

KEEP WATER SPRAY

AWAY FROM

ELECTRICAL WIRING.

WARNING

RISK OF EXPLOSION: USE CAUTION WHEN REFUELING.

WARNING: Keep water spray away from electrical wiring or fatal electric shock may result.

WARNING: Spray gun kicks back. Hold with both hands.

6.Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands before starting the cleaner. Failure to do this could result in injury from a whipping wand.

WARNING: Risk of fire. Do not add fuel when the machine is operating.

7.Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes before refueling. If any fuel is spilled, make sure area is dry before testing spark plug or starting the engine. (Fire and/or explosion may occur if this is not done.)

Gasoline engines on mobile or portable equipment shall be refueled:

a.Outdoors;

b.With the engine on the equipment stopped;

c.With no source of ignition within 10 feet of the dispensing point;

d.With an allowance made for expansion of the fuel should the equipment be exposed to a higher ambient temperature.

In an overfilling situation, additional precautions are necessary to ensure that the situation is handled in a safe manner.

WARNING

HIGH PRESSURE STREAM CAN PIERCE SKIN AND TISSUES.

WARNING: Risk of injection or severe injury to persons - Keep clear of nozzle - Do not touch or direct discharge stream at persons.This machine is to be used only by trained operators.

CAUTION: Hot discharge fluid. Do not touch or direct discharge stream at persons.

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RISK OF

ASPHYXIATION.

USE THIS PRODUCT

ONLY IN A WELL

VENTILATED AREA.

USE PROTECTIVE

EYEWEAR WHEN

OPERATING.

WARNING

WARNING

RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION: USE VAPOR FUEL ONLY.

WARNING

8.High pressure developed by these machines can cause personal injury or equipment damage. Use caution when operating. Do not direct discharge stream at people, or severe injury and/ or death may result.

WARNING: High pressure can cause paint chips or other particles to become airborne and fly at high speeds.

9.Eye safety devices and foot protection must be worn when

using this equipment.

10. Never make adjustments on machine while in operation.

WARNING: Use only in well ventilated areas. Failure to observe this warning could cause a loss of consciousness or death.This machine was designed for outdoor use only.Use high pressure extension hose to clean indoors.

Store indoors.

11. Avoid installing in small areas or near exhaust fans.Exhaust containspoisonouscarbonmonoxidegas;exposure

may cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. It also contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

12.Do not operate with the spray gun in the off position for more than five minutes as this may cause damage to the pump.

13.The best insurance against an accident is precaution and knowledge of the machine.

14.We will not be liable for any changes made to our standard machines, or any components not purchased from us.

15.Read engine safety instructions provided.

16.Never run pump dry or leave spray gun closed longer than 5 minutes.

17.Inlet water must be from a cold, clean fresh city water supply.

WARNING: Only use recommended fuel. Using other fuels mayresultinaseriousexplosion causingpersonalinjury,property

damage or loss of life.

18. Use No. 1 or No. 2 heating oil (ASTM D306) only. NEVER use gasoline in your fuel oil tank. Gasoline is more combustible than fuel oil

and could result in a serious explosion.NEVER use crankcase or waste oil in your burner assembly. Fuel pump malfunction could result from contamination.

19.Do not confuse gasoline and fuel oil tanks. Keep proper fuel in proper tank.

20.Protect machine from freezing.

21.Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured before using pressure washer.

22.Do not allow acids, caustic or abrasive fluids to pass through the pump.

23.To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when a product is used near children.Do not allow children to operate the pressure washer.This machine must be attended during operation.

24.Do not operate this product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep operating area clear of all persons.

25.Protect high pressure hose from vehicle traffic and sharp objects.

26.Before disconnecting high pressure hose from water outlet, turn burner off and pull the trigger on the spray gun allowing water to cool to below 100° F before stopping machine.Then open the spray gun to relieve pressure. Failure to properly cool down or maintain the heating coil may result in a steam explosion and/or heating coil damage.

27.Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times.

28.This machine must be attended during operation.

29.CAUTION: Risk of injury. Disconnect battery ground terminal before servicing.

30.CAUTION: Moving this machine on a slope causes instability and may result in machines tipping over. Use lifting bar provided on the center top of frame.

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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

			Gasoline
			Tank
		Detergent
		Injector
			Pressure
			Switch
	Collar	Discharge	Unloader
		Nipple
		Quick
		Coupler	Water Supply
			Hose
			(not included)

Pump

		Battery Box
	Wand
	Coupler
Spray Gun		Nozzle
		Quick
		Coupler
Swivel		Brass
Connector
	Variable Pressure	Soap
	Control wand	Nozzle
	Trigger
High Pressure	Control Wand
Hose
	Handle

Pump — Develops high pressure.

Starter Grip — (Not Shown) Used for starting the engine manually.

Spray Gun — Controls the application of water and detergent onto cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.

Detergent Injector — Allows you to siphon and mix detergents.

Variable Pressure Control Wand — Must be connected to the spray gun. This wand handle controls dishcharge flow from one tube to both wand tubes. When water is discharged from both tubes you will have a pressure loss and allows chemical siphoning when used in combination with a detergent injector.

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 internal pump damage.

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	ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS			PRESSURE
	Spray		Coupler
	Gun	Soap	Nozzle
		Nozzle	Wand
	Safety	Wand		WASHER
	Hose	Coupler
	Latch
			Wand
	High Pressure		Collar
				OPERATOR’S
	STEP 1: Attach the high pressure	STEP 2: Pull the spring-loaded	STEP 3: Release the coupler collar
	hose to the spray gun using teflon	collar of the wand coupler back	and push the nozzle until the collar
	tape on hose threads.	to insert your choice of pressure	clicks.Pull the nozzle to make sure
		nozzle.	it is seated properly.	MANUAL
	DipStick		Water
			Cold
			Source
		Discharge
		Fitting
		Coupler Collar	Garden
		High Pressure Hose	Hose

STEP 4: Remove shipping cap and	STEP 5: Connect the high pres-	STEP 6: Connect garden hose to
install oil dipstick. Check pump oil	sure hose to the pump discharge	the cold water source.
level by using dipstick or observe	fitting. Push coupler collar forward
oil level in oil window (if equipped).	until secure.
Use 30 wt. non detergent oil.

Garden

Hose

Pump

Water Inlet

STEP7: Connect the garden hose to pump water inlet. Inspect inlets.

CAUTION: Do not run the pump without water or pump damage will result.

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	WASHER		OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
	PRESSURE		Oil Dipstick	Gas
				Tank
	MANUAL	STEP 1: Check engine oil level. Oil level should be level with the bottom		STEP 2: Fill gas tank with unleaded
	OPERATOR’S
		of the oil filler neck. Be sure the machine is level when checking the oil		gasoline. Do not use leaded gas-
		level. (Refer to the engine's operating manual included with machine.)		oline. Caution: Read warnings
		We recommend that the oil be changed after the first 5 hours of use, then		on pg. 4 and engine manual.
		once every 50 hours. Note: Improper oil levels will cause low oil sensor
		to shut off engine.	IMPORTANT! Do not run engine with high or low
		oil levels as this will cause engine damage.

Cold

Water

Source

Garden

Hose

STEP 3: Connect garden hose to the	STEP 4: Trigger the spray gun to
cold water source and turn water on	eliminate trapped air then wait for a
completely. Never use hot water.	steady flow of water to emerge from
	the spray nozzle.

Choke

Lever

Fuel
Valve
STEP 5: Rotate the fuel shut-off valve to the "On" po-	STEP 6: Pull the choke lever out to the "Choke" po-
sition. Slide the fuel valve lever to the "ON" position.	sition (on a warm engine, leave the choke lever in, in
When the engine is not in use, leave the fuel valve in	the run position). Push the choke lever to the "Closed"
the "OFF" position.	position. To restart a warm engine, leave the choke
	lever in the "Open" position.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Throttle

STEP 7: Turn the engine to "Run" position.	STEP 8: Pull the starter grip. If the engine fails to start
	after 2 pulls, squeeze the trigger gun to release pres-
	sure and repeat step. Return starter gently. After the
	engine warms up enough to run smoothly, move choke
	to run position and throttle to fast position.
	CAUTION: Small engines may kick back. Do not
	hold pull starter grip tightly in hand.

Temperature

Gauge

Burner

Switch

STEP 8: If hot water is required. Adjust temperature gauge to proper temperature (200°).Turn on Burner switch to begin heating water.

Safety

Latch

WARNING! Never replace nozzles without engaging the safety latch on the spray gun trigger.

	Brass Soap
	Nozzle	Variable Pressure
		Wand (VP)
	High
	Pressure
	Nozzle
	Variable Pressure	Trigger
	Control Handle

NOZZLES

The four color-coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide array of spray widths from 0° to 45° and are easily accessible 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.

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.

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	WASHER	APPLYING DETERGENT			THERMAL PUMP PROTECTION
		AND GENERAL OPERATING			If you run the engine on your pressure washer for 3-5
		TECHNIQUES			minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
					circulating water in the pump can reach high tempera-
	PRESSURE	WARNING	WARNING: Some detergents		tures. When the water reaches this temperature, the
			STEP	1: Connect detergent	Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. Place de-
			may be harmful if inhaled or in-		pump protector engages and cools the pump by dis-
			gested, causing severe nausea,		charging the warm water onto the ground.This thermal
			fainting or poisoning.The harm-		device prevents internal damage to the pump.
			ful elements may cause property		CLEANING TIPS
			damage or severe injury.
			injector to discharge nipple on		tergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and
	MANUAL		machine, Connect high pressure		apply to surface at low pressure (for best results, limit
		hose to injector with quick coupler (check to make sure			your work area to sections approximately 6 feet square
		locking coupler sleeves are in proper position before			and always apply detergent from bottom to top). Allow
		applying water pressure.			detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not al-
	OPERATOR’S	Detergent		Pressure	low detergent to dry on surface. If surface appears to
					motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 1 foot
		Disharge Nipple			be drying, simply wet down surface with fresh water. If
					needed, use brush to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at
		Detergent Injector		High	high pressure from top to bottom in an even sweeping
		Suction		Hose	from cleaning surface. Use overlapping strokes as you
		Hose			clean and rinse any surface. For best surface cleaning
					action spray at a slight angle.
					Recommendations:
					• Before cleaning any surface, an inconspicuous
					area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and
					distance for maximum cleaning results.
			STEP 2: Use detergent designed		• If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping, use
					extreme caution as pressure washer may remove
			specifically for pressure washers.
					the loose paint from the surface.
			Household detergents could dam-
					• Keep the spray nozzle a safe distance from the
			age the pump. Prepare detergent
					surface you plan to clean. High pressure wash a
			solution as required by the manu-
					small area, then check the surface for damage.If
			facturer. Fill a container with pres-
					no damage is found, continue to pressure wash-
			sure washer detergent. Place the
					ing.
			filter end of detergent suction hose
					CAUTION - Never use:
		into the detergent container.
					• Bleach, chlorine products and other corrosive
		STEP 3: Apply safety latch to spray gun trigger. Turn
					chemicals
		variable pressure control handle until discharge water			• Liquids containing solvents (i.e., paint thinners,
		exits both tubes. Secure black detergent nozzle into
					gasoline, oils)
		quick coupler if you have a single wand. NOTE: De-			• Tri-sodium phosphate products
		tergent cannot be applied using Red, Yellow, Green or
					• Ammonia products
		White nozzles.
					• Acid-based products
			STEP 3: With the engine running,
					These chemicals will harm the machine and will dam-
			pull trigger to operate machine.
			Liquid detergent is drawn into the		age the surface being cleaned.
			machine and mixed with water.		RINSING
			Apply detergent to work area.		It will take a few seconds for the detergent to clear.
			Do not allow detergent to dry on
			surface.		Apply safety latch to spray gun. Remove black soap
		IMPORTANT:You must flush the detergent injection			nozzle from the quick coupler. Select and install the
		system after each use by placing the suction tube			desired high pressure nozzle.NOTE: You can also stop
		into a bucket of clean water, then run the pressure			detergent from flowing by simply removing detergent
		washer in low pressure for 1-2 minutes.			siphon tube from bottle.
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SHUTTING DOWN AND CLEAN-UP

STEP 1: Remove detergent suction	STEP 2: Turn off the engine.	STEP 3: Turn off water
tube from container and insert into		supply.
1 gallon of fresh water.Turn variable
pressure wand handle for low pres-
sure or connect the black detergent
nozzle.Pull trigger on spray gun and
siphon water for one minute.

STEP 4: Press trigger to release water pressure.

Water Inlet

STEP 5: Disconnect the garden hose from the water inlet on the machine.

High Pressure

Outlet

STEP 6: Disconnect the high pressure hose from high pressure outlet.

Safety

Latch

STEP 7: Engage the spray gun safety lock.

STORAGE

CAUTION: Always store your pressure washer in a location where the temperature will not fall below 32°F (0°C).The pump in this machine is susceptible to permanent damage if frozen. FREEZE DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.

1.Stop the pressure washer, squeeze spray gun trigger to release pressure.

2.Detach water supply hose and high pressure hose.

3.Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until remaining water exits.Turn engine off immediately.

4.Drain the gas and oil from the engine.

5.Do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked.

6.Store the machine and accessories in a room which does not reach freezing temperatures.

CAUTION:Failure to follow the above directions will result in damage to your pressure washer.

times and replace the plug. Then pull the starter grip slowly until you feel increased pressure which indicates the piston is on its compression stroke and leave it in that position.This closes both the intake and exhaust valves to prevent rusting of cylinder.

4.Cover the pressure washer and store in a clean, dry place that is well ventilated away from open flame or sparks. NOTE: The use of a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL®, or an equivalent, will minimize the formulation of fuel deposits during shortage.Such additives may be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank of the engine, or to the gasolinee in a storage container.

After Extended Storage

CAUTION: Prior to restarting, thaw out any possible ice from pressure washer hoses, spray gun or wand.

When the pressure washer is not being operated or is		Engine Maintenance
being stored for more than one month, follow these		During the winter months, rare atmosheric conditions
instructions:		may develop which will cause an icing condition in the
1.	Replenish engine oil to upper level.	carburetor. If this develops, the engine may run rough,
2.	Drain gasoline from fuel tank, fuel line, fuel valve	lose power and may stall. This temporary condition can
	and carburetor.	be overcome by deflecting some of the hot air from the
3.	Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through	engine over the carburetor area. NOTE: Refer to the
	the spark plug hole, pull the starter grip several	engine manufacturer's manual for service and mainte-
		nance of the engine.

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