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8.917-986.0 • DBA • Rev. 12/10

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 PRESSURE WASHER  Troubleshooting  Guide

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

LOW OPERATING
PRESSURE

Insuffi cient water supply. Closed 
faucet. Inlet hose kinked

Use larger garden hose; clean inlet water 
screen. Open faucet.

Clogged inlet hose strainer

Check plumbing system for leaks. Retape 
leaks with tefl on tape.

Faulty or mis-adjusted unloader 
valve

Adjust unloader for proper pressure. Install 
repair kit when needed. Call local distributor. 

Worn packing in pump

Call Dealer Customer Support.

Machine has been stored in freez-
ing temperatures

Thaw out machine completely, including 
hose, spray gun and wand.

Slow engine RPM

Call local distributor.

FLUCTUATING 
PRESSURE

Worn or dirty pump valves

Call local distributor.

Nozzle is obstructed

Blow out or remove debris with fi ne needle.

Pump sucking air, inlet hose 
leaking

Check that all hoses and fi ttings are airtight. 
Turn off machine and trigger spray gun until 
a steady fl ow of water emerges through the 
nozzle.

Insuffi cient water supply

Turn water on full force. Check garden hose 
for kinks, leaks or blockage.

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 gasoline

Drain gas tank; fi ll with clean fuel.

ENGINE IS
OVERLOADED

Nozzle partially blocked

Clean nozzle.

Excessive pressure from high 
engine RPM

Adjust engine throttle to lower RPM.

WATER OR OIL 
LEAKING FROM 
BOTTOM OF PUMP

A small amount of leaking is 
normal

If excessive leaking occurs, call local 
distributor.

PRESENCE OF
WATER IN PUMP OIL

Water sprayed at machine

Change oil. Direct spray away from machine.

High humidity in air

Check and change oil twice as often.

Piston packing worn. Oil seal worn.

Call local distributor.

Содержание DBA-252739

Страница 1: ...17 986 0 OPERATOR S MANUAL MODEL ORDER DBA 252739 1 107 117 0 DBA 303039 1 107 118 0 DBA 383539 1 107 119 0 DBA To locate your local Hotsy Commercial Pressure Washer Dealer nearest you visit www hotsy com ...

Страница 2: ...essure washer You should record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference 8 917 986 0 DBA Rev 12 10 Important Safety Information 4 6 Component Identification 7 Assembly Instructions 8 Operating Instructions 9 10 Detergent and General Operating Techniques 11 Shut Down and Clean Up 12 Storage 12 Troubleshooting 13 14 Preventive Maintenance 15 Oil Change Re...

Страница 3: ...to follow in structions could cause mal function of the machine and result in death serious bodily injury and or property damage 2 Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure quickly Be thoroughly familiar with the controls 3 Stay alert watch what you are doing WARNING KEEP WATER SPRAY AWAY FROM ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING Keepwand hose and water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric...

Страница 4: ...o not allow acids caustic or abrasive fluids to pass through the pump IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation A spark arrestor may be required The operator should contact Local fire agenci...

Страница 5: ...to the pump 22 Protect discharge hose from vehicle traffic and sharp objects Inspect condition of high pressure hose before using or bodily injury may result 23 Before disconnecting discharge hose from water outlet Open the spray gun to relieve pressure 24 Do not overreach or stand on unstable support Keep good footing and balance at all times 25 Do not operate this machine when fatigued or under ...

Страница 6: ...o 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 CO...

Страница 7: ...o the discharge nipple Push coupler collar forward until secure STEP 6 Attach wand to spray gun using teflon tape on wand threads STEP 7 Pull spring loaded collar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle STEP 10 Connect garden hose to the cold water source ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 11 Check inlets filters remove debris then connect the garden hose to pump water inlet CAUT...

Страница 8: ...ump oil level by using dipstick or observe oil level in oil window if equipped Use 40 wt non detergent oil STEP 4 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely Never use hot water STEP 6 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 5 Trigger the spray gun to eliminate trapped air then wait for ...

Страница 9: ...UTION Small engines may kick back Do not hold pull starter grip tightly in hand OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Never replace nozzles without engaging the safety latch on the spray gun trigger The four 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 is provided on the front of the ...

Страница 10: ...leaning surface 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 surfa...

Страница 11: ...essure washer is not 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 press...

Страница 12: ...ucking air inlet hose leaking Check that all hoses and fittings are airtight Turn off machine and trigger spray gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Insufficient water supply Turn water on full force Check garden hose for kinks leaks or blockage PRESSURE LOW AFTER PERIOD OF NORMAL USE Nozzle worn Replace nozzle Unloader valve worn Replace unloader valve ENGINE WILL NOT START...

Страница 13: ...0 garden hose NO DETERGENT Detergent suction tube not properly connected to machine Check connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent For best results use manufacturers detergent Detergent filter valve is at lowest 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 detergent suc...

Страница 14: ...ery 6 months Replace Quick Connects O Rings Annually As needed Clean Water Screen Filter Weekly Replace HP Hose Annually if there are any signs of wear PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE This pressure washer was produced with the best available materials and quality craftsmanship However you as the owner have certain responsibilities for the correct care of the equipment Attention to regular preventa tive m...

Страница 15: ...AL 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 OIL CHANGE RECORD Check pump oil and engine oil level before first use of your new pressure washer ...

Страница 16: ...nd 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 must ...

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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 8 917 986 0 DBA Revised 12 10 Printed in U S A or Mexico ...

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