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Hotsy DB • 8.914-449.0 • Rev. 11/15

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PRESSURE WASHER    

 

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

  

Pump 

— Develops high pressure.

Starter

 

Grip

— Used for starting the engine manu-

ally.

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.

Wand

 — Must be connected to the spray gun. 

High Pressure Hose

 — Connect one end to water 

pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray 
gun.

Pump Protector 

— Cycles fresh cool water through 

pump when recirculating water reaches 140°F.

Note

:

 If trigger on spray gun is released for more 

than 1-2 minutes, water will leak from valve. Warm 

water will discharge from pump protector onto 

floor.  This system prevents internal pump dam

-

age.

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Starter Grip

Trigger

Spray Gun

High Pressure 

Hose

Pump

Straight 

Through Wand

Pressure 

Nozzle

Garden Hose 

(not included)

Inlet 

Screen

Pump 

Protector

Unloader

Detergent 

Bucket  

(not included)

Detergent 

Injector

DB-3835, DB-3540

Models Only

Summary of Contents for DB-2323

Page 1: ...For technical assistance or the dealer nearest you consult our web page at www hotsy com DB 8 914 449 0 OPERATOR S MANUAL DB 2323 DB 2324 DB 2527 DB 3030 DB 3835 DB 3540 ...

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Page 3: ... to the pressure washer You should record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference Important Safety Information 4 6 Component Identification 7 Assembly Instructions 8 Operating Instructions 9 10 Applying Detergent and General Operating Techniques 11 Shut Down and Clean Up 12 Storage 12 Troubleshooting 13 14 Preventative Maintenance 15 Hose Spray Gun Ass...

Page 4: ... local codes Contact your electrician plumber utility company or the selling distributor for specific details WARNING RISK OF ASPHYXIATION USE THIS PRODUCT ONLY IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA WARNING Risk of asphyxiation Use this product only in a well ventilated area 5 Avoid installing machines in small areas or near exhaust fans Exhaust contains poi sonous carbon monoxide gas exposure may cause loss ...

Page 5: ...R OF NOZZLE WARNING WARNING High pressure de veloped by these machines will cause personal injury or equip ment damage Keep clear of nozzle Use caution when op erating Do not direct discharge stream at people or severe injury or death will result 13 Never make adjustments on machine while in operation 14 Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured before using pressure washer WARNING PROTECT...

Page 6: ...ly cool down or maintain the heating coil may result in a steam explosion 26 In oil burning models use only kerosene No 1 home heating fuel or diesel If diesel is used add a soot remover to every tankful 27 This pressure washer is equipped with pneumatic tires which may not be fully inflated due to ship ping and storage Please check the air pressure of each tire before use a Remove the valve cap f...

Page 7: ... to water pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun Pump Protector Cycles fresh cool water through pump when recirculating water reaches 140 F Note If trigger on spray gun is released for more than 1 2 minutes water will leak from valve Warm water will discharge from pump protector onto floor This system prevents internal pump dam age COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Starter Grip Trigger Spray ...

Page 8: ...s seated properly STEP 8 Connect the high pres sure hose to the pump discharge nipple Push coupler collar forward until secure STEP 5 Attach nozzle extension to spray gun wand Tighten both by hand STEP 6 Pull the spring loaded col lar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle STEP 9 Connect 7 5m garden hose to the cold water source ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 10 Check inlets...

Page 9: ...oil level by using dipstick or observe oil level in oil window if equipped Use 30 wt non detergent oil STEP 5 Rotate the fuel shut off valve to the On position Slide the fuel valve lever to the ON position When the engine is not in use leave the fuel valve in the OFF position STEP 4 Trigger the spray gun to eliminate trapped air then wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle ...

Page 10: ...ottle to fast position CAUTION Small engines may kick back Do not hold pull starter grip tightly in hand OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CON T WARNING Never replace nozzles without engaging the safety latch on the spray gun trigger The five color coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide array of spray widths from 0 to 40 and are easily accessible when placed in the convenient rubber nozzle holder which i...

Page 11: ...ce with fresh water Place de tergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure for best results limit your work area to sections approximately 6 feet square and always apply detergent from bottom to top Allow detergent to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not al low detergent to dry on surface If surface appears to be drying simply wet down surface with fresh...

Page 12: ...ot being operated or is being stored for more than one month follow these instructions 1 Replenish engine oil to upper level 2 Drain gasoline from fuel tank fuel line fuel valve and carburetor 3 Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through the spark plug hole pull the starter grip several times and replace the plug Then pull the starter grip slowly until you feel increased pressure which indicate...

Page 13: ...mp valves Contact local dealer Nozzle is obstructed Blow out or remove debris with fine needle Pump sucking air inlet hose leak ing Check all pump lines and connections PRESSURE LOW AFTER PERIOD OF NORMAL USE Nozzle worn Replace nozzle Unloader valve worn Replace unloader valve ENGINE WILL NOT START OR STOPS WHILE OPERATING Low oil shutdown Fill engine with oil Out of gas Fill fuel tank Water in g...

Page 14: ...of 50 garden hose NO DETERGENT Detergent suction tube not properly connected to machine Check connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent For best results use manufac turers detergent Detergent filter valve is at low est setting Set detergent filter valve to a higher setting Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged Run warm water through filter to remove debris Damaged or clogged deterge...

Page 15: ...f your pressure washer Perform maintenance more often under severe conditions MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Engine Oil Inspect Daily Change First month or 20 hours Every 100 hours or every 6 months after first month Filter Every 50 hours Air Cleaner Filter Inspect Every 50 hours Clean Monthly Engine Fuel Filter 500 hours or 6 months Spark Plug Maintenance 300 hours or annually Clean Fuel Tank s Annually Re...

Page 16: ...onnect nozzle Kit 040 3500 PSI 1 9 802 295 0 sNozzle 0003 Red 1 9 802 296 0 sNozzle 0015 Yellow 1 9 802 297 0 sNozzle 0025 Green 1 8 932 298 0 sNozzle 0040 White 1 4 8 904 154 0 Quick Connect Nozzle Kit 035 3000 and 4000 PSI Models 1 8 712 337 0 sNozzle 0003 5 Red 1 8 712 338 0 sNozzle 1503 5 Yellow 1 8 712 339 0 sNozzle 2503 5 Green 1 8 712 340 0 sNozzle 4003 5 White 1 8 904 153 0 Quick Connect N...

Page 17: ...ANUAL OIL CHANGE RECORD Check pump oil and engine oil level before first use of your new pressure washer Date Oil Changed Month Day Year Estimated Operating Hours Since Last Oil Change Date Oil Changed Month Day Year Estimated Operating Hours Since Last Oil Change ...

Page 18: ...ning and clearing of obstructions 6 Transportation to service center field labor charges or freight damage WHAT YOU MUST DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE In order to obtain warranty service on items warranted by Hotsy you must return the product to your Authorized Hotsy Distributor freight prepaid with proof of purchase within the applicable warranty period If the product is permanently installed you...

Page 19: ...d 11 15 Printed in U S A or Mexico by Hotsy If you need service on your pressure washer contact your local Hotsy dealer or visit www Hotsy com Smart phone users scan the code below to link directly to the Service Request page ...

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