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Porter-Cable A09608-0412-0 Instruction Manual

9 horsepower 3200 psi 3.0 gpm pressure washer
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To learn more about Porter-Cable
visit our website at:
http://www.porter-cable.com
Copyright © 2004 Porter-Cable Corporation
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21
FRANÇAIS: PAGE 41
Please make certain that the person who
is to use this equipment carefully reads
and understands these instructions before
starting operations.
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.
PCH3200
IMPORTANT
A09608
Part No.
-0412-0

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  • Page 1 Instruction manual To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: http://www.porter-cable.com Copyright © 2004 Porter-Cable Corporation ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAIS: PAGE 41 IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations.

  • Page 2: Safety Guidelines - Definitions

    • Heat will expand fuel in the tank which could result in spillage and possible fire explosion. • Operating the pressure washer in an ex- plosive environment could result in a fire. A09608 which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
  • Page 3 HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT • Never operate pressure washer in an area containing dry brush or weeds. • Always keep pressure washer a minimum of four feet away from surfaces (such as houses, automobiles, or live plants) that could be damaged from muffler exhaust heat.
  • Page 4 HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT • If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve to the off position before transporting to avoid fuel leaks. If pressure washer is not equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, drain the fuel from tank before transporting.
  • Page 5 RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to serious injury or death to you or others. • If proper starting procedure is not followed, engine can kickback causing serious hand and arm injury.

  • Page 6: Carton Contents

    Operation Manual Engine Engine Frame Manual and Wheel Assembly Registration card Tube Bracket Handle High Pressure Quick Connect Spray Wand Hose ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Place handle assembly onto frame, depress the snap buttons, and slide the handle assembly onto the frame until snap buttons snap into place.
  • Page 7 Turn handle and reel hose onto reel. Attach hose reel inlet to high pressure pump. Do not operate this hose reel until you have read and understood the Pressure Washer Owners Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions. 7- ENG A09608...
  • Page 8 Attach high pressure hose to gun. Tighten securely. Connect wand to gun. Tighten securely. Place the nozzle holder onto the panel (located on the handle assembly) and push each nozzle holder into place. Remove five colored quick connect nozzles from plastic bag and insert them into correct grommet on the nozzle holder.

  • Page 9: Basic Elements Of Apressure Washer

    Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER High Pressure Pump: Increases the pressure of the water supply. Engine: Drives the high pressure pump.

  • Page 10: Pressure Washer Terminology

    PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of measure for the flow rate of water. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by PSI.
  • Page 11 DO NOT use hot water, use cold water only. NEVER turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to pump will result. DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a time. Pump operates in bypass mode when spray gun trigger is not pressed.
  • Page 12 HOW TO APPLY CHEMICALS AND CLEANING SOLVENTS Applying chemicals or cleaning solvents is a low pressure operation. NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressure washer use. Do not use bleach. To Apply chemicals: Press chemical hose onto barbed fitting...

  • Page 13: Shutting Down

    STARTING Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for proper starting procedure. In a well ventilated outdoor area add fresh, high quality, unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    To ensure efficient operation and longer life of your pressure washer, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. If the pressure washer is used in unusual conditions, such as high- temperatures or dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance checks will be required.

  • Page 15: Nozzle Cleaning

    Clean the nozzle immediately using the nozzle kit supplied and the following instructions: Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water supply. Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve any water pressure.

  • Page 16: Pressure Washer

    Remove garden hose from water inlet of pump. Reconnect spark plug wire. *Windshield washer fluid may also be used PRESSURE WASHER Drain all water from high pressure hose. Drain all water from spray gun and wand by holding spray gun in a vertical position with nozzle end pointing down and squeezing trigger.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM No fuel. Engine will not start (see Low oil Engine Manual Pressure builds up after two pulls for further on the recoil starter or after initial engine use. troubleshooting) Choke lever in the "No Choke" position. Spark plug wire not attached.
  • Page 18 PROBLEM Spray wand not in low pressure. Will not draw chemicals Chemical filter clogged. Chemical screen not in cleaning solution. Chemical too thick. Pressure hose is too long Chemical build up in chemical injector. Worn seal or packing No or low pressure Worn or obstructed valves.
  • Page 19 NOTES 19- ENG A09608...

  • Page 20: Limited Warranty

    • Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in the Owners Manual(s). • Deliver or ship the product to the nearest Porter-Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center. Freight costs, if any, must be paid by the purchaser.

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