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TYPHOON 4000 Operation Manual

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Typhoon 4000
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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL Typhoon 4000 PRESSURE BLASTER TyphoonBlaster.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety - Safety Warning Symbols and Meaning 4 - 5 - Introduction and Product Identification 6 - 13 - Important Safety Equipment Specific Warnings Inspection 14 - 15 - Gas Washer Components - Pre-Operation Checklist Operations 17 - 21 - Starting Your Washer - Shutting Down Your Washer - Spray Tips - Using Black Soap Nozzle 25-26 - Change Spray Tip / Adjust Pressure...
  • Page 3 SAFETY WARNING SYMBOLS The signal words and meanings are intended to explain the level of risk associated with this product. Read Operator’s Bodily Harm Clogged Electric Shock Explosion Manual Fire Freezing High Pressure Hot Surfaces Keep Dry Kickback No Smoking Pinching Powerful Spray Proper Clearance...
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION Attention: Read through the complete manual prior to the initial use of your pressure blaster. Using the Operator’s manual The operating manual is an important part of your pressure blaster and should be read thoroughly before initial use, and referred to often to make sure adequate safety and service concerns are being addressed.
  • Page 5 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Record Identification Numbers Pressure Blaster If you need to contact an Authorized Dealer or Customer Service line (1-866-338-7519) for information on servicing, always provide the product model and identification numbers. You will need to locate the model and serial number for the machine and record the information in the places provided below.
  • Page 6 SAFETY Understanding the Machine Safety Labels The machine safety label shown below is placed on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards. Do not leave unit running longer than 1 minute without using or pump will overheat. Ne pas laisser fonctionner inutilement l’unité...
  • Page 7 SAFETY Save these Instructions Safety Rules This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. The safety alert symbol ( ) is used with a signal word (DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING), a pictorial and/or a safety message to alert you to hazards.
  • Page 8 SAFETY Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures, nausea, fainting or death. Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting, or poisoning. •...
  • Page 9 SAFETY Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. When Adding or Draining Fuel • Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank. •...
  • Page 10 SAFETY When Storing Fuel or Equipment with Fuel in Tank • Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers, or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors. Risk of electrocution. Contact with power source can cause electric shock or bum.
  • Page 11 SAFETY Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your Pressure Washer • Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug. When Testing for Engine Spark • Use approved spark plug tester. •...
  • Page 12 SAFETY • NEVER aim spray gun at people, animals, or plants. • DO NOT secure spray gun in open position. • DO NOT leave spray gun unattended while machine is running. • NEVER use a spray gun which does not have a trigger lock or trigger guard in place and in working order.
  • Page 13 SAFETY Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and shorten its life. • If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact nearest authorized dealer. • NEVER operate units with broken or missing parts, or without protective housing or covers. •...

  • Page 14: Gas Washer Components

    GAS WASHER COMPONENTS Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your pressure blaster.
  • Page 15 GAS WASHER COMPONENTS 1. Spray Tips detergent, 0°, 15°, 25° and 40°: for various high pressure cleaning applications. 2. High Pressure Hose connect one end to water pump and the other end to spray gun. 3. Pressure Control Knob varies pressure of high pressure spray. 4.

  • Page 16: Pre-Operation Checklist

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Follow the Checklist Below Prior to Using the Machine Each Time 1. Check to ensure the engine oil is at the proper level. Use SAE 10W30 Oil 2. Add fuel to the gas tank. 3. Connect and tighten the garden hose to the GHA (garden hose inlet) connection.

  • Page 17: Starting Your Washer

    STARTING YOUR WASHER Starting an Electric Start Unit To start your pressure blaster for the first time, follow these instruc- tions step-by-step. This starting information also applies if you have let the pressure blaster sit idle for at least a day. • Unit is shipped with battery cables disconnected. • Attach positive (red) lead first. •...
  • Page 18 STARTING YOUR WASHER Starting a Manual Start Unit (If Applicable) • Rotate the fuel valve to the ‘on’ position. • Move the choke to the ‘closed’ or ‘start’ position. Consult your engine manual. • Assure the throttle is pushed to the left. •...
  • Page 19 STARTING YOUR WASHER The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. • NEVER connect high pressure hose to nozzle extension. • Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while system is pressurized.
  • Page 20 STARTING YOUR WASHER Turn Water Supply on, point gun in a safe direction and squeeze the trigger to purge the pump of air and debris. Do this for at least 30 seconds. Take a look at all connections to make sure there are no leaks or loose connections.
  • Page 21 STARTING YOUR WASHER The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause injury.

  • Page 22: Shutting Down Your Washer

    SHUTTING DOWN YOUR WASHER Contact with muffler area can result in serious burns. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire . • DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases. • Allow equipment to cool before touching. • Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all sides of pressure washer including overhead.

  • Page 23: Spray Tips

    SPRAY TIPS The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause injury.

  • Page 24: Usage Tips

    USING BLACK SOAP NOZZLE The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. • NEVER exchange spray tips without the trigger safety lock engaged on the spray gun. •...
  • Page 25 HOW TO CHANGE SPRAY TIP How to Change Spray Tip Choose desired spray tip, pull back nozzle extension collar, insert spray tip and release collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is securely in place. See Spray Tips. To adjust the pressure: •...
  • Page 26 HOW TO CHANGE SPRAY TIP 4. Make sure black spray tip is installed. 5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet. Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray gun and pump. Turn on water. You must attach all hoses before you start the engine.

  • Page 27: Winter Storage

    STORAGE Winter Storage You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures. • Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render your unit inoperable. • Freeze damage is not covered under warranty. To protect the unit from freezing temperatures: 1.
  • Page 28 STORAGE Storing the Engine See the engine operator’s manual for instructions on how to properly prepare the engine for storage. You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures. • Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render your unit inoperable.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Chart If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, or have checked all the possible cause listed and you are still experiencing the problem. Please Contact Customer Service at 1-866-338-7519. GASOLINE ENGINES Problem Cause Correction Unit has following...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction Units with Oil Alert Engine not level or Place engine on level surface or Engine oil level too low Fill crankcases with SAE 10W30 oil (refer to engine manufacturers instruction manual) Engine runs well at no Engine speed is too slow Adjust Throttle Lever back to full load but “bogs”...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING PUMP Problem Cause Correction No low pressure Using wrong nozzle Insert black soaper nozzle detergent delivery Siphon hose or filter is plugged Unplug siphon hose Unit does not reach Restricted or insufficient water Check supply hose, faucet and inlet required pressure supply water filter.

  • Page 32: Assembly Kit

    ASSEMBLY KIT 1. ¼ʺ – 20 x 2ʺ Hex Bolt (2) 7. Top Wand Bracket (2) 2. ¼ʺ – 20 x 1 ¾ʺ Hex Bolt (3) 8. Bottom Wand Bracket (2) 3. ¼ʺ Flange Nut (5) 9. 15ʺ Tire (2) 4. ¼ʺ SAE Flat Washer (5) 10. Axle (2) 5. Rue Ring Cotter Pin (2) 11. Axle Spacer (2) 6. Hose Bracket (1) 12. ¼ʺ – 20 x ¾ʺ Hex Bolt (1)
  • Page 33 ASSEMBLY KIT...

  • Page 34: Frame Assembly

    FRAME ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 35 FRAME ASSEMBLY 1. Slide axle spacer (#11) onto axle (#10). 2. Insert axle (# 10) onto 15” Tire (#9) and slide onto the axle Bracket on the frame. 3. Push Rue Ring Cotter Pin (#5) into back of axle. 4. Attach Hose Bracket (#6) to bottom right side of the frame using 1 each Hex Bolt (#2) SAE Flat Washer (#4) and Flange Nut (#3).
  • Page 36 FRAME ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 FRAME ASSEMBLY Item No. Part Description Quantity FRAME RIGHT SIDE FRAME LEFT SIDE FRONT HOOD HANDLE ASSEMBLY HANDLE BRACKET CASTER BRACKET FOOT BAR BATTERY BOX BATTERY BRACKET AXLE WHEEL SPACER SPRINGS WITH CROSS BAR FRONT SPRINGS WITH CROSS BAR BACK BASE PLATE WAND BRAKE BOTTOM RIGHT SIDE WAND BRAKE BOTTOM LEFT SIDE...

  • Page 38: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY SC Power Tech equipment is warranted as follows: Seller (hereinafter “WARRANTOR”), at its election, will repair or replace any part or parts of the engine or equipment that are found to be defective in material and workmanship or both, under normal use and maintenance, free of charge for the periods specified below. Freight charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser.
  • Page 39 Warranty service is only available through authorized service dealers by the WARRANTOR. You must at your own expense take the Typhoon product to an authorized service center. Product registration is not necessary to obtain warranty service on products.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Features • Rugged Aluminum Construction • One Year Equipment Warranty Specifications 3850 +/- 150 Electric / Manual Start Ignition System L-42ʺ, W-33ʺ, H-41.5ʺ Size 215 Lbs. Net Weight 4000 Rev. 5/15/18...