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PRESSURE WASHER 3000P

to the unit are always present and legible; otherwise, fit replacements in the original

positions.

The high-pressure jet must not be directed at persons, animals, live

electrical equipment or at the appliance itself.

The appliance must not be directly connected to the public drinking

water network.

For protection against injury, wear earmuffs and safety goggles.

Wear safety gloves during use to protect hands.

Wear non-slip footwear that will protect your feet and improve your

footing on slippery surfaces.

The Motor is hot, do not touch

Sound power level is 105 dB

Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM)

General safety rules for operation

!

WARNING

Read all safety warnings, instructions,

illustrations and specifications provided with

this generator. Failure to follow all instructions

listed below may result in electric shock, fire

and/or serious injury.

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Summary of Contents for VF3000P

Page 1: ...PRESSURE WASHER VF3000P INSTRUCTION MANUAL To prevent serious injury read and understand all warnings and instructions before use Keep these instructions safe for future use ...

Page 2: ...ETY SIGNS 6 GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATION 7 ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS 11 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 13 ASSEMBLY 14 ADJUSTMENTS 17 OPERATION 18 MAINTENANCE STORAGE 21 TROUBLESHOOTING 24 MAINTENANCE LOG 26 ENGINE 27 RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE 33 WARRANTY INFORMATION 42 ...

Page 3: ...el frame steel armed hose and puncture proof wheels make this perfect for general cleaning by tradies and residential use Please read and understand the content of this manual in conjunction with the engine manual for safety guidelines start up shut down operation adjustment and maintenance instructions before using this product Take all possible precautions to protect your own safety and that of ...

Page 4: ...sepower 7 HP Engine RPM 3600 RPM Engine displacement 212cc Spark plug type F7RTC NGK PART NO BPR7ES Engine oil type SAE 30 Engine oil capacity 600 ml Engine start Recoil Fuel tank size 3 6 L Fuel type Regular 91 RON Detergent tank capacity 1 6 L Hose length 10M Steel braided Inline filter Yes Nozzle set 0 15 25 40 SOAP NOZZLE Draws water from a bucket Yes Low oil shutdown Yes Wheels 380 X 50mm Pun...

Page 5: ...ginal design and manufacture 3 month warranty on accessories and consumables such as gun lance hose spark plug filters Packing List Check your packing list against the diagram below If any part is damaged or missing please contact us Pressure washer Quick start guide Spray gun Extension lance with quick connect fitting High pressure hose Spray nozzles 5 0 15 25 40 and soap nozzle Spray gun hook up...

Page 6: ...esult in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage Before starting The pressure washer is shipped without oil You must add an adequate amount of engine oil before first use The engine will be damaged beyond repair if it s started without oil For oil type please see Recommended...

Page 7: ...ainst injury wear earmuffs and safety goggles Wear safety gloves during use to protect hands Wear non slip footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces The Motor is hot do not touch Sound power level is 105 dB Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark RCM General safety rules for operation WARNING Read all safety warnings instructions illustrations and specificati...

Page 8: ...ous injury Personal safety Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a pressure washer Do not use a pressure washer while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Wear suitable face mask if there is a danger of inhaling ...

Page 9: ...nment or binding of moving parts leakage of water and fuel and any other condition that may affect the pressure washer s operation If damaged have the pressure washer repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained pressure washers Use the pressure washer and accessories etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be perfo...

Page 10: ...while it is in operation or hot Allow engine to cool before refueling DO NOT refuel the motor in the vicinity of sparks a naked flame or a person smoking DO NOT over fill the fuel tank and avoid spilling petrol when refueling Spilled petrol or petrol vapor may ignite If spillage occurs ensure that the area is dry before starting the motor ENSURE that the fuel tank cap is securely fitted after refu...

Page 11: ...nce regulations as well as the given norms in the Technical Data must be observed Know how to stop the engine Be thoroughly familiar with proper use of the equipment and all controls and connections Know how to stop the pressure washer and depressurize system quickly if needed Additional precautions Thermal protection valve CAUTION Before any operator uses this pressure washer they must understand...

Page 12: ...res and 3 4 diameter for lengths up to 30 metres Low oil shutdown The engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown feature and will automatically turn off if the oil level is below the satisfactory level This should only be used as an emergency fail safe Always check and top up oil to the correct level before use Engine precautions Use quality fresh Unleaded RON 91 fuel only Use suitable engine oil ...

Page 13: ...13 PRESSURE WASHER 3000P Component identification ...

Page 14: ...bber foot Fig 1 1 with the hole in the frame Attach foot by inserting the bolt from the bottom up then attach the locking nut Fig 1 2 Tighten the nut with a wrech until there is a slight crush on the frame tube Do not over tighten Install handle fig 2 Install upper frame Fig 2 1 onto the lower frame Fig 2 2 by sliding the handle over the two upright tubes on the lower frame and pressing down firml...

Page 15: ...the gun hook is straight and correctly aligned before tightening Wrench tighten until the nut is snug Do not over tighten Attaching the spray gun fig 4 5 1 Screw the spray wand Fig 4 1 and the trigger handle Fig 4 2 together until they are secure 2 Insert the inlet coupler of the spray hose Fig 5 1 into the threaded fitting on the high pressure spray gun Fig 5 2 and thread the black nut on by turn...

Page 16: ...et tap should be equal to the pump flow rate 1 Place the appliance as close to the water supply system as possible 2 Connection to the mains water supply The appliance may only be connected directly to the mains water supply if the supply hose is fitted with a backflow preventer valve as per current regulations in force Make sure that the hose is at least Ø 13 mm that it is reinforced and that it ...

Page 17: ...t nozzle Red Nozzle 0 The highest pressure nozzle producing a pencil point pattern with no fan coverage Ideal for aggressive cleaning such as removing caked mud from equipment removing stains from concrete steel aluminium Not recommended for decks painted surfaces cars Orange Yellow Nozzle 15 Referred to as a chiseling tip Narrow fan for high performance Held at a 45 angle to the work area it can ...

Page 18: ...e 2 Check for damage kinks or twists in all lines and hoses before each use Replace any damaged hoses 3 Check the ENGINE oil level and top up if necessary 4 Check the FUEL level and top up if necessary 5 Check for fuel and oil leaks 6 Check the pressure washer is connected to an appropriate water supply minimum flow 15lt min 20psi 7 Check tighten all connections 8 Check the pump is primed air is p...

Page 19: ...ottom use the high pressure jet at a minimum distance of 30 cm Do not allow the rinse water to run onto unwashed surfaces 4 In some cases scrubbing with brushes is needed to remove dirt High pressure is not always the best solution for good cleaning results since it may damage some surfaces The finest adjustable nozzle jet should not be used on delicate or painted parts or on pressurised component...

Page 20: ...e pump WARNING To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury always switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire lead before carrying out maintenance work Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the pressure washer Failure to maintain the machine in line with the services outlined in the manual will invalidate warranty High pres...

Page 21: ... or 100 Hrs Every 12 months or 300 Hrs Water Inlet Check clean water inlet Hose Check pressure hose for leaks Spray gun Check spray gun for leaks Debris Clean debris Spark plug Check condition adjust gap and clean Replace if necessary Engine oil Check oil level Replace Air filter Clean Replace Fuel filter Clean fuel drain filter Replace if necessary ...

Page 22: ...s Fuel inline Check fuel hose for crack or damage Replace if necessary Exhaust system Check for spark arrester Retighten or replace if necessary Check muffler screen Clean replace if necessary Carburettor Check choke operation Starting system Check recoil starter operation Fittings fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners correct if necessary ...

Page 23: ...posits from forming and causing malfunction of the engine 1 Drain all water from high pressure hose and wrap it onto hose wrap 2 Drain all water from the spray gun and wand by holding spray gun in a vertical position with nozzle end pointing down and squeezing trigger 3 Store in gun holder 4 Remove all fuel from the tank and carburettor OR add fuel stabilizer to the petrol following the instructio...

Page 24: ...djust the nozzle and make sure it clicks Thermostatic valve tripped Wait for correct water temperature to be restored Water being sucked from an open container from a height of more than 0 5m Reduce the suction height Pump pressure drops suddenly during use Water being sucked from an external tank Connect appliance to the mains water supply Inlet water too hot Reduce temperature Nozzle clogged Cle...

Page 25: ...with water High pressure hose extension being used Fit original hose Deposits or restriction in detergent circuit Flush with clean water and eliminate any restrictions If the problem persists contact an Authorised Service Centre Water escapes from the thermostat valve Water temperature inside pump head has exceeded max rated value stated on nameplate With appliance in operation do not stop the wat...

Page 26: ...ailure to properly maintain and service the pressure washer can void your warranty Please keep records of your service maintenance and repair history to ensure the product has all the required information to action your warranty if so required DATE OF PURCHASE Please note the date and store of purchase Keep your receipt Vyking Force batch number ________________________________ Number Date Hours o...

Page 27: ...gine Features and controls Compare the illustration with your engine to familiarize yourself with the location of various features and controls A Air cleaner B Muffler Muffler Guard Optional C Spark plug E Recoil starter F Engine switch G Breaker Electric start type only ...

Page 28: ...k M Starting motor Electric start type only N Engine identification O Dipstick P Drain plug Safety CAUTION This Vyking Force engine is shipped from us without oil If you start the engine without oil the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty ...

Page 29: ...r cracks or leaks Replace if necessary When starting engine Make sure spark plug muffler fuel cap and air cleaner are in place Do not crank engine with spark plug removed If fuel spills wait until it evaporates before starting engine If engine floods set choke to OPEN RUN position place throttle in FAST and crank until engine starts When operating equipment Do not choke carburettor to stop engine ...

Page 30: ...led equipment components such as but not limited to blades impellers pulleys sprockets etc must be securely attached WARNING Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands feet hair clothing or accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result Operate equipment with guards in place Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts Tie up long hair and remove jewellery Do not wear loose fit...

Page 31: ...ine Ensure that spark plug muffler fuel cap and air cleaner are in place and secured Do not crank engine with spark plug removed If engine floods set choke to open run position move throttle if equipped to fast position and crank until engine starts WARNING Engines give off carbon monoxide an odourless colourless poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea fainting or death Start and run...

Page 32: ...d arm toward the engine faster than you can let go Broken bones fractures bruises or sprains could result When starting engine pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback 6 Electric Start Optional Turn the key to the Start position then hold it there until the engine starts Note If engine fails to start within 5 seconds release the key and wait at ...

Page 33: ...k plug Ensure the spark plug is installed and wire is connected Electric starting optional Check battery capacity and if fuse is burnt out or not WARNING Do not crank engine with spark plug removed Recommended oil type Oil Recommendations We recommend the use of our Vyking Force power equipment oil SAE 30 SJ CF Part No VF30184 for best performance Other high quality oils are acceptable if classifi...

Page 34: ... of any debris How to Check Add Oil 1 Remove the dipstick O and swipe with a clean cloth Figure 1 2 Insert the dipstick into the filler neck without screwing it in 3 Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Make sure the oil is at the FULL mark B on the dipstick 4 To add oil pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill A Do not overfill After adding oil wait one minute and then recheck the oil ...

Page 35: ...ved Petrol such as E85 Do not mix oil in petrol or modify the engine to run on alternate fuels This will damage the engine components and void the engine warranty To protect the fuel system from gum formation mix a fuel stabilizer into the fuel See Storage All fuel is not the same This engine is certified to operate on petrol How to add fuel WARNING Petrol and its vapors are extremely flammable an...

Page 36: ... debris Remove the fuel cap 2 Fill the fuel tank with petrol To allow for expansion of the petrol do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck 3 Reinstall the fuel cap Maintenance Use only original equipment replacement parts Other parts may not perform as well may damage the unit and may result in injury In addition use of other parts may void your warranty We recommend that you see any Aut...

Page 37: ...g tester Do not check for spark with spark plug removed Maintenance chart First 5 hours Change oil Every 8 hours or daily Check engine oil level Every 50 hours or annually Change engine oil Check muffler and muffler guard and spark arrester if applicable Annually Replace spark plug Check valve clearance Carburettor Adjustment Never make adjustments to the carburettor The carburettor was set at the...

Page 38: ...ith a resistor spark plug use the same type for replacement Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester if applicable WARNING Running engines produce heat Engine parts especially muffler become extremely hot Severe thermal burns can occur on contact Combustible debris such as leaves grass brush etc can catch fire Allow muffler engine cylinder and fins to cool before touching Remove accumulated debris from ...

Page 39: ...w Note Do not use pressurised air or solvents to clean the filter Pressurised air can damage the filter and solvents will dissolve the filter How to Remove Oil CAUTION Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed of properly Do not discard with household waste Check with your local authorities service centre or dealer for safe disposal recycling facilities Removing Oil The oil must b...

Page 40: ... not to connect the battery in reverse polarity as this will short circuit the battery charging system Note Use a 12 volt battery with an amp hour rating of at least 18 Ah 1 Connect the positive cable to the starter solenoid terminal 2 Connect the negative cable to an engine mounting bolt or other good engine ground connection 3 Connect the positive cable to the positive terminal 4 Connect the neg...

Page 41: ...he cylinder bore and piston for storage Replace spark plug and tighten Any residual oil may burn off in subsequent starts This may result in white smoke emission from muffler It is best to store the engine in a horizontal position with the spark plug up Do not store or transport with the spark plug down NOTE Storing or transporting with the spark plug down will result in hard starting and or engin...

Page 42: ... Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure To claim under this warranty or enquire about how to service your product from one of our authorised serv...

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Page 44: ...Automotive Brands Group Pty Ltd 76 92 Station St Nunawading VIC 3131 VykingForce is a registered trademark of the Automotive Brands Group Pty Ltd VYKINGFORCE COM ...

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