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IMPORTANT

Please make certain that the person who
is to use this equipment carefully reads
and understands these instructions before
starting operations.

Part No.

A09608

-0412-0

ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21

FRANÇAIS: PAGE 41

To learn more about Porter-Cable

visit our website at:

http://www.porter-cable.com

PCH3200

The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the frame.
Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for
future reference.

Model No.

Type

Serial No.

9 Horsepower

3200 PSI

3.0 GPM

Pressure Washer

Summary of Contents for A09608-0412-0

Page 1: ... No A09608 0412 0 ESPAÑOL PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAIS PAGE 41 To learn more about Porter Cable visit our website at http www porter cable com PCH3200 Copyright 2004 Porter Cable Corporation The Model and Serial No plate is located on the frame Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference Model No Type Serial No 9 Horsepower 3200 PSI 3 0 GPM Pressure Washer ...

Page 2: ... or other similar items then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California It is a violation of California statutes section 130050 and or sections 4442 and 4443 of the California Public Resources Code unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester as deﬁned in section 4442 and maintained in effective working order Spark arresters are also requ...

Page 3: ... location occupied by humans or animals Some cleaning fluids contain substances which could cause injury to skin eyes or lungs Use only cleaning ﬂuids speciﬁcally recom mended for high pressure washers Follow manufacturers recommendations Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive compound RISK TO BREATHING WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE continued HAZARD WHAT CA...

Page 4: ...ure washers Wear protective clothing to protect eyes and skin from contact with sprayed materials Use of acids toxic or corrosive chemicals poisons insecticides or any kind of ﬂammable solvent with this product could result in serious injury or death RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could result in ﬁre or breathing hazard serious inju...

Page 5: ...N HOW TO PREVENT IT Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to serious injury or death to you or others Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive compound Become familiar with the operation and controls of the pressure washer Keep operating area clear of all persons pets and obstacles Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs Stay alert ...

Page 6: ...ENTS Engine Frame and Wheel Assembly High Pressure Hose Spray Gun Quick Connect Spray Wand Handle Chemical Hose Bagged Parts Nozzle Cleaning Tool Engine Manual Quick Connect Nozzles Nozzle Holder Formed Rubber Covers Operation Manual Registration card Knobs Saddle Bolts Hose Reel with parts bag Tube Bracket Engine Oil 2 Connect tube bracket b to frame using the hardware c supplied b c ...

Page 7: ...ange assembly NOTE Screws must be inserted from the inside of hose reel and secured with nuts on the outside as shown Tighten securely b Bolt hose reel to reel bracket as shown Tighten securely c Apply sealant tape to swivel end of high pressure hose d Feed high pressure hose through slot 1 in flange assembly and connect to swivel 2 Tighten securely Do not operate this hose reel until you have rea...

Page 8: ...ug before operating pressure washer 10 Using a 7 8 wrench remove shipping plug from pump by turning it counterclockwise Discard plug 11 Remove dipstick oil plug from plastic bag and install into pump tighten securely NOTE The high pressure pump was ﬁlled with oil at the factory There is no need to add oil at this time see the Maintenance section of this manual for Maintenance information 8 Slide t...

Page 9: ...cleaning agents into the pump to mix with the water See How To Apply Chemicals Cleaning Solvents instructions in this section Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Engine High Pressure Hose Spray Gun Quick Connect Spray Wand High Pressure Pump BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN ENGINE Refer to ...

Page 10: ...requirements for a water supply are 20 PSI and 5 gallons per minute PRESSURE WASHER OPERATING FEATURES PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS The pressure setting is preset at the factory to achieve optimum pressure and cleaning If you need to lower the pressure it can be accomplished by these methods 1 Back away from the surface to be cleaned The further away you are the less the pressure will be on the surface to...

Page 11: ...high enough to penetrate human and animal ﬂesh which could result in amputation or other serious injury Leaks caused by loose ﬁttings or worn or damaged hoses can result in injection injuries DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT See a physician immediately NEVER ﬁll fuel tank when engine is running or hot Do not smoke when ﬁlling fuel tank NEVER ﬁll fuel tank completely Fill tank to 1 2 be...

Page 12: ...er through chemical injection system to rinse system thoroughly If chemicals remain in the pump it could be damaged Pumps damaged due to chemicals will not be covered under warranty NOTE Chemicals and soaps will not siphon when spray wand is in the high pressure setting CHANGING NOZZLES ON SPRAY WAND Risk of Flying Object could cause risk of serious injury DO NOT attempt to change nozzles while pr...

Page 13: ...p 8 Start engine See Engine Owners Manual for correct procedure NOTE When engine rope is pulled pressure starts building in the gun If the engine does not start after two pulls pull the gun trigger to relieve this pressure 9 Depress trigger on gun to start water ﬂow NOTE Stand on a stable surface and grip gun spray wand ﬁrmly with both hands Expect the gun to kick when triggered 10 Release trigger...

Page 14: ...gine Owners Manual for the manufacturer s recommendations for any and all maintenance NOTE The frame is equipped with an oil drain hole to help make changing the engine oil easier To Check Oil 1 Remove dipstick oil plug from pump and wipe clean 2 Insert dipstick oil plug fully into pump then remove it 3 Oil level is correct when oil covers the lower 1 2 inch of end of dipstick oil plug How To Chan...

Page 15: ...h clean water 5 Direct water supply into spray wand to backﬂush loosened particles for 30 seconds 6 Reassemble the nozzle to the wand 7 Reconnect spray wand to gun and turn on water supply 8 Start pressure washer and place spray wand into high pressure setting to test HOW TO CLEAN THE WATER INLET FILTER This screen ﬁlter should be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary 1 Remove ﬁlter by gra...

Page 16: ...of pump 7 Reconnect spark plug wire Windshield washer ﬂuid may also be used PRESSURE WASHER 1 Drain all water from high pressure hose 2 Drain all water from spray gun and wand by holding spray gun in a vertical position with nozzle end pointing down and squeezing trigger Store in gun holder 3 Store chemical hose so it is protected from damage PUMP The manufacturer recommends using a pump protector...

Page 17: ... the engine then the water source Disconnect the water source from the pump inlet and turn the water source on to remove all air from the hose When there is a steady stream of water present turn water source off Re connect water source to pump inlet and turn on water source Squeeze trigger to remove remaining air High pressure hose is too long Use high pressure hose under 100 feet Low oil Add requ...

Page 18: ...Loose hose connection Loose connections Tighten Piston packings worn Have replaced by AWSC Worn or broken o rings Have replaced by AWSC Pump head or tubes damaged from freezing Have replaced by AWSC Will not draw chemicals Make sure end of chemical hose is fully submerged into cleaning solution Chemical filter clogged Worn or broken o ring Tighten Oil leaking at pump Oil seals worn Have replaced b...

Page 19: ...19 ENG A09608 NOTES ...

Page 20: ...e purchaser Air compressors with 60 and 80 gallon tanks will be inspected at the site of installation Contact the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center that provides on site service calls for service call arrangements If the purchaser does not receive satisfactory results from the Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center the purchaser should contact Porter Cable THIS WARRA...

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