Hotsy 1200 Series Operator's Manual
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Hotsy 1200 Series
Hot Water - Gas Engine - Oil Fired
Operator's Manual
Pressure Washer
For the Hotsy Dealer nearest you,
consult our web page at
www.hotsy.com
8.914-366.0-CE
02/20/23

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  • Page 1 Hotsy 1200 Series Hot Water - Gas Engine - Oil Fired Operator’s Manual Pressure Washer For the Hotsy Dealer nearest you, consult our web page at www.hotsy.com 8.914-366.0-CE 02/20/23...
  • Page 2 1260SSGK 1.110-535.0 1.110-093.0 1270SSG 1270SSGK 1.110-536.0 1.110-017.0 1280SSG 1280SSGK 1.110-537.0 1.110-109.0 1285SS 1290SSK 1.110-043.0 1.110-110.0 1290SS 1290SSGK 1.110-538.0 1.110-111.0 1285SSG 1291SSK 1.110-044.0 1.110-112.0 1290SSG 1291SSGK 1.110-539.0 1.110-113.0 1291SS 1.110-075.0 1291SSG 1.110-076.0 1270SSG-PR 1.110-079.0 Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 3: Machine Data Label

    Machine Data Label Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Battery........20 Troubleshooting ......21 Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 5: How To Use This Manual

    KIT INSTRUCTIONS which came with the kit. It contains replacement parts numbers needed for ordering future parts. NOTE: The manual part number is located on the lower right corner of the front cover. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 6: Safety

    Never operate indoors, even if windows and doors are open. Only use outdoor and far away from windows, doors, and openings or vents. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    RISK OF FIRE. machine excède 85 dB et une encore chaude. DO NOT ADD FUEL protection de l'ouïe appropriée WHEN OPERATING doit être portée. MACHINE. EAR PROTECTION MUST BE WORN Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 8 Do not confuse gasoline and fuel oil tanks. Keep proper BACK — HOLD WITH commencer. Le non-respect de BOTH HANDS fuel in proper tank. cette consigne pourrait mener à des blessures causées par le mouvement violent de la lance. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 9 If diesel is used, add a soot areas or near exhaust fans. VENTILATED AREA. remover to every tankful. Adequate oxygen is needed for combustion or dangerous carbon monoxide will result. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 10 AVERTISSEMENT: Ne pas vaporiser sur la machine ou les gens, les animaux ou les pièces électriques. DO NOT SPRAY MACHINE OR ANY PEOPLE, ANIMALS OR ELECTRICAL PARTS. Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 11: Operations

    L 45” X W 33” X H 52” 1291SSG 10” Honda GX660 780 Lbs 870 Lbs L 45” X W 33” X H 52” 1270SSG-PR 10” Honda GX630 750 Lbs 840 Lbs L 45” X W 33” X H 52” Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 12 L 45” X W 33” X H 52” 1290SSGK 10” Karcher V-Twin 780 Lbs 870 Lbs L 45” X W 33” X H 52” 1291SSGK 10” Karcher V-Twin 780 Lbs 870 Lbs L 45” X W 33” X H 52” Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 13: Component Identification

    Bend Restrictor (Shroud) — This shroud has different detergents lengths depending on pressure. The largest shroud Wand — Must be connected to the spray gun. must be connected to the spray gun to protect operator if hose becomes separated. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 14: Assembly Instructions

    IMPORTANT: DO NOT run machine indoors or in an enclosed area where high ambient temperatures exist. High ambient temperatures (above 100° F) can cause engine oil failure and will greatly reduce the engine’s performance. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 15 Si le liquide de batterie entre en contact locking screws. Typical distance from the ‘black smoke’ avec la peau ou les vêtements, laver immédiate- ment à l'eau et au savon.Si le liquide de la batterie Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 16 A 1/2" NPT 3-way ball valve will need to be installed in heat input to be lowered so the water input does not the water inlet line. Hotsy recommends the use of Watts turn to steam earlier than at the factory settings and...
  • Page 17: Operation Instructions

    1.3 and 1.7 PSI. It will be necessary to bleed off accumulated pressure in line prior to each gauge reading. Turn screw on top of fuel pump to adjust pressure (CCW to decrease, CW to increase). Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 18: Detergents & General Washing Techniques

    7. Holding wand firmly, squeeze the trigger gun open. Allow air to purge from system. 8. If hot water is desired, adjust the thermostat to proper temperature. Close the trigger gun and turn burner switch ON. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 19: Shutdown Instructions

    CAUTION - Never use: • Bleach, chlorine products and other corrosive chemicals • Liquids containing solvents (i.e., paint thinner, gasoline, oils) • Tri-sodium phosphate products • Ammonia products • Acid-based products Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 20: Storage

    If the pressure washer is not to be used for a consider- able length of time, it is recommended to flush the system with antifreeze for rust protection. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Coil De scaling: In hard water areas, scale buildup Pump within the heating coil will occur. Scale deposits will Use HOTSY Pump Oil (8.923-422.0) or equivalent decrease the water temperature rise and may eventu- 10W-40 Non-Foaming oil for pump crankcase.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Readjust. Refer to Oil Burner Section under Instal- SMOKES OR lation. Air bands need to be adjusted Use kerosene, #1 Grade Home Heating Oil, #1 or #2 Improper fuel OBNOXIOUS Diesel Fuel. ODOR DO NOT USE GASOLINE. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 23 Reduce fuel pressure PSI/Increase air band set for burn (fuel PSI above 140 and below AT COLD-START cleaner without max water heat loss 200) and smokes when burner is off ONLY WHEN BURNER IS OFF CONTINUED Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 24 Maintenance IMPORTANT If the pressure washer demonstrates other symptoms or the corrective actions listed do not correct the problem, contact the local authorized Hotsy Service Center. The Hotsy Service Center can be identified by visiting www.hotsy.com or by calling 1-800-525-1976.
  • Page 25 Wiring Diagram - 1270SSG, 1280SSG, 1290SSG, 1291SSG 440-1 430-1 520-1 420-1 621-1 620-1 520-1 420-1 200-2 200-1 201-2 FLOW SWITCH 100-2 101-2 Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 26 Wiring Diagram - 1260SSG/SSGK, 1270SSGK, 1280SSGK, 1285SSG, 1290SSGK, 1291SSGK 200-2 100-2 200-1 200-2 FLOW SWITCH 101-2 201-2 100-2 200-2 101-1 100-1 Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 27 V / 9** - VIOLET TO VOLTAGE RELAY 2 12VDC REGULATOR ON ENGINE (YELLOW WIRES) THERMOSTAT WAYNE BURNER DROPOUT TIMER FUEL SOLENOID 12/24V IGNITOR 12VDC ENGINE STARTER ENGINE GROUND FLOW DEVICE G 12 GA BATTERY MOTOR 12VDC Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 28 BURNER METER SWITCH ENGINE R 12AWG STARTER R 12AWG R 12AWG BL 16AWG R 16AWG R 12AWG ENGINE FUEL PUMP PRESSURE SWITCH RELAY TERMINALS IDENTIFICATION FLOW DEVICE COIL COIL VOLTAGE 12V BATTERY REGULATOR Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 29 DC Burner Wiring Diagram - 1270SS, 1270SSG-PR, 1280SS, 1291SS, 1291SS TIMER - 3 SEC RELAY PHOTOCELL CELL N.O. IGNITOR 12 VCD FUEL SOLENOID (SHUT-OFF VALVE) 12-24VDC GROUND TO BURNER HOUSING xt9 WITH SCREW BURNER MOTOR 12VCD MACHINE CONNECTION Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 30 Wire Routing Generator Generator Power Cord Battery Cables Battery Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 31 Notes Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - CE...
  • Page 32 If you need SERVICE on your pressure washer, contact your local Hotsy dealer or visit www.Hotsy.com. Smart phone users scan the code below to link directly to the Service Request page. To REGISTER your pressure washer, please visit our Warranty Registration page at www.hotsy.com/WarrantyRegistration.aspx or scan the code...

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