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HOTSY 771/772  •  8.941-246.0   • Rev. 12/10

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

   

PRESSURE WASHER 

 

12

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Available through Hotsy, Part Number 860178.

1.   Refer to 

Converting to Natural Gas and follow steps 

1 through 6.

2.   Discard  pilot  and  replace  with  LP  vapor  gas  pilot, 

Hotsy Part Number 829858.

3.   Carefully remove burner ring nozzles.
4.   Replace  the  natural  gas  nozzles  with  the  #66  gas 

nozzles. It is important to replace them as LP vapor 
gas  is  required  to  use  smaller  orifice  gas  nozzles 
than natural gas. When installing the nozzles into the 
burner ring, do not over tighten and do not use pipe 
thread sealing compound.

5.   Refer to 

Converting to Natural Gas and follow steps 

11 through 13 except use LP Vapor Conversion Kit  
instead  of  Natural  Gas  Conversion  Kit.  (Refer  to 
Figure 8.)

6.   Refer to 

Converting to Natural Gas and follow steps 

14 and 15.

7.   To  complete  LP  vapor  conversion  reference 

LP 

Vapor Gas From A Portable Bottle and follow steps 
4 through 11.

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Страница 1: ... and or property damage SPECIFICATIONS Pump Volume At Pump Head 3 0 GPM 180 GPH Pump Pressure At Pump Head 1500 PSI Burner Type 771 LP Gas Fired 376 000 BTU Hr 772 Natural Gas Fired 378 000 BTU Hr Machine Voltage 230VAC 60Hz 1Ph Total Machine Amperage 13 Amps Machine Weight 355 Lbs Shipping Weight 390 Lbs Exhaust Stack Size 10 Machine Dimensions Length 31 5 Width 20 Height 36 5 MODEL 771 772 LISTE...

Страница 2: ...del 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 Introduction Safety Information 4 6 Component Identification 7 Assembly Instructions 8 Installation Instructions 9 12 Operating Instructions 13 14 Maintenance and Service 15 Troubleshooting 16 17 Warranty ...

Страница 3: ...50 volts or less single phase will be pro vided with a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI If rated more than 250 volts or more than single phase this product should only be connected to a power supply receptacle protected by a GFCI DANGER Improper connection of the equip ment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrocution Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you...

Страница 4: ...ecified in the manual 21 Do not replace LP tank while machine is running Serious injury could result WARNING Use vapor fuel only 22 The LP models are designed to run on vapor pro pane fuel Do not use liquid fuel Have a qualified serviceman install and service your equipment IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING EAR PROTECTION MUST BE WORN WARNING Thismachineexceeds 85 db appropriate ear protection ...

Страница 5: ...onnect from electrical source and shut off gas valve 26 Install this machine on non combustible flooring 27 Do not allow acids caustic or abrasive fluids to pass through the pump 28 Never run pump dry or leave spray gun closed longer than 1 2 minutes WARNING If connection is made to portable water supply a back flow device must be provided Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manua...

Страница 6: ...pressure Spray Gun Controls the application of water and detergent onto cleaning surface with trigger device Includes safety latch Wand Must be connected to the spray gun High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water pump high pressure discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun Relief Valve Secondary pressure release in the unlikely event the unloader valve fails Unloader Valve Safety device wh...

Страница 7: ...ct Plug Tools Required 10 Adjustable Wrench 1 ea Medium Phillips Head Screwdriver 1 ea Large Slotted Head Screwdriver 1 ea 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 ea Pipe Thread Sealing Compound For Gas Connec tors Teflon Tape 1 Install Hose GFCI Cord Hanger on coil tank as shown in Figure 1 Figure 1 Hose GFCI Cord Hanger Hose GFCI Cord Hanger Pocket on Coil Tank Pressure Hose Trigger Gun and Wand 1 When assembling u...

Страница 8: ...e properly When selecting the location for installation beware of poorly ventilated locations or areas where exhaust fans may cause an insufficient supply of oxygen Proper combustion can only be obtained when there is a sufficient supply of oxygen available for the amount of fuel being burned If it is necessary to install the machine in a poorly ventilated area outside fresh air may have to be pip...

Страница 9: ... soapy water 10 Reinstall the chassis front panel on the machine Converting From LP to Natural Gas Fuel CAUTION Have a qualified gas service technician modify install and service your equipment The Model 771 has been factory built to use LP Vapor fuel however this model can be field converted to run on natural gas fuel It is very important to follow these instructions when converting the unit for ...

Страница 10: ...e safety features within the gas valve adjustment of the burner ring gas pressure can only be made while the machine is running and the burner is lit Follow the instructions under Before Starting and To Start for details to operate burner 21 Turn pressure regulator adjustment screw clockwise to increase gas pressure Adjust gas pressure to 3 5 water column inches 13 PSI 22 Turn off the burner and p...

Страница 11: ... gas nozzles It is important to replace them as LP vapor gas is required to use smaller orifice gas nozzles than natural gas When installing the nozzles into the burner ring do not over tighten and do not use pipe thread sealing compound 5 Refer to Converting to Natural Gas and follow steps 11 through 13 except use LP Vapor Conversion Kit instead of Natural Gas Conversion Kit Refer to Figure 8 6 R...

Страница 12: ...up turn on the water supply and pump switch and allow water to run from the end of the wand until clear to prevent the nozzle from clogging IMPORTANT If the pressure washer has not been used for an extended period of time remove the nozzle from the end of the wand and turn on water supply and pump switch Allow water to run from the end of the wand until clear 8 Install the pressure nozzle on end o...

Страница 13: ...ing side to side motions This washes away heavy dirt and allows the detergent to soak as you work toward the top 4 Do not wash at a 90 angle to work straight at it This will allow water to splash back at you and reduces your cleaning power Wash at a 30 to 60 angle to the work This will allow the water to splash away from you and the water will wash the dirt away faster and easier 5 Use the full wi...

Страница 14: ...ANCE Use a water softener on the water system if known to be high in mineral content Use only high quality detergents and follow manu facturer s mix recommendations Flush the system with clean water immediately after using detergent solutions Clean filter screen on detergent inlet line periodi cally Flush the pressure washer system with antifreeze if storing for an extended period of time Refer to...

Страница 15: ...n if necessary Pump lost its prime Refer to Before Starting Step 9 LOW SPRAY PRESSURE AT NOZZLE Inadequate water supply Fully open faucet Check for kinked or damaged hose Use 5 8 inch minimum hose Check for debris clogging inlet screen Partially clogged or damaged nozzle Clean or replace Air being drawn through deter gent inlet line Refill detergent container Ensure that pick up screen is fully im...

Страница 16: ...on Loose electrical connections Tighten electrical connection Gas valve off Turn gas valve on Pressure switch not operative Test pressure switch and replace if defective Manual valve on gas supply line is closed Open valve Low service supply pressure Refer to Using LP Vapor Gas From A Portable Bottle or Converting To Natural Gas and sections on how to check and set incoming pressure Ai in gas line...

Страница 17: ...eaning 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 y...

Страница 18: ...If you are looking for replacement parts for your Hotsy please contact your local dealer You can find a dealer by calling Hotsy at 800 525 1976 or by visiting www hotsy com ...

Страница 19: ...Form 8 941 246 0 Revised 12 10 Printed in U S A by Hotsy ...

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