Vortex Professional 4000 Hot Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual

PROFESSIONAL 4000 HOT

Warning: These are commercial grade pressure washing machines intended for use by trained

operators. Read this manual thoroughly to avoid personal injury or property damage.

Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including soots, tars, lead, and mineral oils, which

are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the

State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Part# VXHOT MANUAL | Revised 10.11.2019

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Thanks for purchasing a Vortexx Pressure Washer. You have chosen the best in innovation and design
in the pressure washer industry. Vortexx products are proudly designed and manufactured in Michigan
with local and imported components. We exclusively use premium grade Honda Engines to power our
Pressure Washers and we strive to use only quality grade materials and test all components for your
satisfaction and safety. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual,
your Vortexx pressure washer will provide many years of dependable service.

Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your pressure washer. Know its applications,
its limitations and any hazards involved. Vortex Industries, Inc. reserves the right to change, alter or
otherwise improve the product and this document at any time without notice. This manual is an
important part of your pressure washer and should be kept with the unit. By reading and following the
simple safety, operation, maintenance steps described in this manual, you will receive years of trouble
free and safe cleaning excellence. The contents of this manual are based on current information at the
time of publication. Vortex Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in price, color, materials,

equipment, specications or models at any time without notice. Please visit our website at www.
vortexxpressurewashers.com for the most recent product updates or to nd a local authorized Vortexx

Pressure Washer dealer.

Once the unit has been un-crated, immediately write in the serial number of your unit in the space
provided below (see page 11 for details on where to nd your serial number). Follow the instructions
completely and save them for future reference. Product Identication: Please register at

www.vortexxpressurewashers.com within 30 days of purchase. Note you may also detach the back
page of this manual and follow the mailing instructions.

Serial #_________________________________________ Date Purchased:______________________________

Dealer Name______________________________________ Phone:____________________________________

Upon delivery, inspect your unit for damage and if something appears to be damaged, le a claim with
the transportation company immediately. Be sure that all damaged parts are replaced and that the
mechanical problems are corrected prior to operation of the unit. If you require service, contact Vortexx
Pressure Washers at [e-mail].
Please include the following information:

1. Model Number 2. Serial Number 3. Date and Place of Purchase

You may also nd a local authorized Vortexx dealer or service center on the web at
www.vortexxpressurewashers.com. If you have specic questions or would like troubleshooting info
about the Honda Engine or the pump on this product, please refer to the included engine and pump
manuals.

Vortex Industries, Inc., 739 S. Mill, Plymouth, MI 48170
Copyright © 2017 Vortex Industries, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this material may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form by any means without the express written permission of Vortex Industries, Inc.

Table of Contents

Operator Safety

Product Description

How to Operate

How to Maintain

Warranty

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Understanding the Machine Safety Labels

The machine safety label shown below is placed on your machine to draw attention to potential
safety hazards.

Hazard Symbols and Meanings

Safety Rules:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. The safety alert symbol
( ) is used with a signal word (DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING) to alert you to hazards.

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury
and or potential damage to property or equipment.

Warning Label

A warning label (Figure 1) is provided on your unit to inform you of potential safety hazards. If the
label becomes damaged or illegible, replace it by contacting your local Vortexx dealer to obtain
a new one or requesting one by sending an e-mail to [e-mail].

Figure 1

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