OPERATION MANUAL FOR GP-SERIES (GRAINGER ITEM #1TDJ2-1TDJ6) COLD WATER DIRECT DRIVEN PRESSURE WASHER MANUFACTURED FOR W.W. GRAINGER INC. FOR CUsTOMER sERvICE CAll 1-800-648-8478 CAUTION RISK OF INJURY! READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING! This manual is an important part of the pressure washer and must remain with this unit! GP-SERIES Operator’s Manual ...
TAbLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........................3 IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS.....................4-7 RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE ..................... 4 RISK OF ASPHYXIATION ....................... 5 RISK OF INJECTION OR SEVERE CUTTING INJURY ..............5 RISK OF ELECTROCUTION OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK ............... 5 RISK OF BURNS ..........................6 RISK OF BURSTING ........................6 RISK FROM MOVING PARTS ......................6 RISK OF BODILY INJURY ......................7 FEATURES ..........................8, 10 SAFETY DECALS ........................9, 11 INSTALLATION &...
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new GP-Series cold water pressure washer! You can be assured your pressure washer was constructed with the highest level of precision and accuracy. Each component has been rigorously tested by technicians to ensure the quality, endurance and performance of this unit. This operator’s manual was compiled for your benefit. By reading and following the simple safety, installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting steps described in this manual, you will receive years of trouble free operation from your new pressure washer. The contents of this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Mi-T-M reserves the right to make changes in price, color, materials, equipment, specifications or ® models at any time without notice. ! IMPORTANT ! These paragraphs are surrounded by a “SAFETY ALERT bOX”.
SAFETY WARNINGS Warning: When using this product, precautions should always be observed, including the following. READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING PRESSURE WASHER PREVENTION HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE RISK OF Serious injury or death may occur Always operate pressure washer in a from normal sparks in the engine well ventilated area free of flammable EXPLOSION OR FIRE ignition system or engine exhaust/ vapors, combustible dust, gases or other muffler. combustible materials. Do not store the pressure washer near an open flame or any equipment such as a stove, furnace water heater, etc. which utilizes a pilot light or sparking device. Do not use this pressure washer to spray flammable material! Do not smoke while filling engine fuel tank.
SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING PRESSURE WASHER POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION HAZARD RISK OF Serious injury or death may occur This pressure washer was designed for outdoor use only. Never operate this pressure from inhaling engine exhaust or ASPHYXIATION washer in an enclosed area. Always make dangerous vapors. The engine certain there is adequate ventilation (fresh exhaust from this product contains outside air) for breathing and combustion. This ...
SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING PRESSURE WASHER POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION HAZARD Serious injury could occur from Never allow any part of your body to RISK OF bURNS touching the engine muffler. This contact the engine muffler or adjacent area can remain hot for some areas. time after the pressure washer is shutdown. RISK OF bURSTING Serious injury may occur from a Never make adjustments to the factory set pressure washer malfunction or pressures.
SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING PRESSURE WASHER HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION Serious injury or death may occur RISK OF bODILY INJURY SEEK EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE if you are using cleaning agents and the spray appears from detergents contacting the to have penetrated the skin! DO NOT TREAT skin. AS A SIMPLE CUT!! Be prepared to tell a physician exactly what kind of detergents you were using by reading the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provided with your detergent. Never use any solvents or highly corrosive detergents or acid type cleaners with this pressure washer.
SAFETY DECALS !!!DO NOT REmOvE sAFETy DECAls FROm UNIT UNlEss REplACING WITh mOsT CURRENT sAFETy DECAl!!! Reference #3 Decal: Caution-Engine Fuel (Part #34-0599) CAUTION/PRECAUCION RIESGO DE FUEGE RISK OF FIRE No ponga combustible cuando Do not add fuel when el producto este en operacion. product is operating. Allow Permita que el motor se enfrie engine to cool for two (2) por 2 minutos antes de minutes before refueling. reablastecer de combustible. 34-0599-E/S-030600-ENG Reference #14 Decal: Warning-Muffler Hot (Part #34-0598) WARNING ADVERTENCIA RISK OF BURNS...
FEATURES FEATURES LISTING . Decal-Warning/Caution/Operating E/S 0. Water Inlet 2. Decal-Warning: Engine Fuel E/S . Water Inlet Strainer 3. Engine 2. Detergen Hose with Strainer 4. Decal-Warning: Muffler Hot E/S Water Outlet 5. Oil Fill 4. High Pressure Discharge Hose 6. ...
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SAFETY DECALS !!!DO NOT REmOvE sAFETy DECAls FROm UNIT UNlEss REplACING WITh mOsT CURRENT sAFETy DECAl!!! Reference #3 Decal: Caution-Engine Fuel (Part #34-0599) CAUTION/PRECAUCION RISK OF FIRE RIESGO DE FUEGE No ponga combustible cuando Do not add fuel when el producto este en operacion. product is operating. Allow Permita que el motor se enfrie engine to cool for two (2) por 2 minutos antes de minutes before refueling. reablastecer de combustible. 34-0599-E/S-030600-ENG Reference #14 Decal: Warning-Muffler Hot (Part #34-0598) WARNING ADVERTENCIA RISK OF BURNS...
INSTALLATION & PREPARATION ATTIRE: Proper attire is essential to your safety. It is advised to utilize whatever means necessary to protect eyes, ears, and skin. Additional safety attire (such as respiratory mask) may be required when using detergent cleaning agents with this washer. SET-UP: . This unit should only be placed on a level surface to ensure proper lubrication DANGER for the engine and water pump while operating. 2. Do not use unit in an area: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE! a. with insufficient ventilation. DO NOT PLACE UNIT IN AN b. ...
INSTALLATION & PREPARATION WARNING NOZZLE REVIEW: RISK OF INJECTION CAUSING Various nozzles may be quick-connected into the end of the wand to change SEVERE INJURY! the spray pattern or use the detergent feature. When using Quick Connects NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE (Q.C.), be certain the connection is securely locked. If not, the high pressure NOZZLE ORIFICE UNLESS IT IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE water may shoot the nozzle from the wand, causing severe injury or serious GUN/WAND ASSEMbLY! damage. To determine spray fan, refer to the actual number stamped on the nozzle. The first two digits indicate the spray fan in degrees, i.e.; 15=15°, CONNECTION OF Q.C.
INSTALLATION & PREPARATION WATER SUPPLY: WATER INLET STRAINER . Select a water supply hose which is a quality grade of garden hose measuring at least 3/4” ID and no longer than 50 feet. 2 Check the water inlet strainer to ensure it is clean and free of any obstructions. As a strainer becomes obstructed, it restricts proper flow of water to the pump. This can result in cavitations which will cause premature failure of pump packings. a. Using a screw driver, remove the screen from the water inlet. b. Clean or replace with Mi-T-M #9-000 if necessary. 3. Connect the hoses. a. Connect one end of the water supply hose to the water inlet of the unit. ...
INSTALLATION & PREPARATION PRE-START INSPECTION PROCEDURES: Before starting the unit, perform the following procedures: . Check the oil level in the pump and engine. 2. Inspect the water inlet strainer. Clean or replace if necessary. See “Water Supply”, #2, pg. 4. 3. Check all hose connections to ensure they are securely tightened. See “Water Supply”, #3, pg. 4. 4. Inspect for system fuel leaks. If a fuel leak is found, DO NOT START UNIT! See “Risk of Explosion or Fire”, pg. 4. Be sure that all damaged parts are replaced and that the mechanical problems are corrected prior to operation of the unit. If you require service, contact Customer Service. 5. Inspect high pressure hoses for kinking, cuts and leaks. If a cut or leak is found, DO NOT USE HOSE! Replace hose before starting unit. See “Risk of Injection” pg. 5. Be sure that all damaged parts are replaced and that the mechanical problems are corrected prior to operation of the unit. If you require service, contact Customer Service. END OF PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING THE FOLLOWING PAGES CONTAIN OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS PRESSURE WASHER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRIMING THE PUMP: . It is essential to prime the pump on initial start-up and each time the water CAUTION supply is disconnected from the unit after initial use. 2. Lay the high pressure hose out to remove any loops. Water flow will constrict RISK OF UNIT DAMAGE. the hose, creating tight loops if the hose is not straight. bE CERTAIN THE NOZZLE ASSEMbLY IS NOT CONNECTED NOTE: The nozzle assembly should NOT be connected to the gun assembly TO THE UNIT WHILE PRIMING at this time.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING WITH DETERGENTS: . Prepare detergent solution according to label directions. Never pump acids, alkaline, abrasive fluids or solvents through the unit. 2. Some units are equipped with adjustable detergent knobs. Locate the clear vinyl hose which leads to the pump head. a. If your injector is equipped with an adjustment knob on the pump head, you may adjust the amount of detergent desired by turning the knob completely counterclockwise to set at the maximum siphon rate. b. If your injector is not equipped with an adjustment knob, the detergent ratio is preset and cannot be adjusted. 3. Fully immerse the detergent strainer into the detergent solution. 4. With the trigger gun locked in the “OFF” position, securely quick-connect the detergent spray nozzle (#6540° BLACK) into the end of the wand. NOTE: This injection system is designed to apply detergents under low pressure only.
STORAGE & MAINTENANCE ENGINE: The engine instructions that accompany your unit detail specific procedures for maintenance of the engine. Following the engine manufacturer’s recommendations will extend engine work life. PUMP: The pump oil must be changed after the first 25 hours of operation. Once the initial oil change has been completed, it is recommended the oil be changed every 3 months or 250 hour intervals. If oil appears ...
STORAGE & MAINTENANCE WINTERIZING: For storage and transportation purposes in subfreezing ambient temperatures, it will be necessary to winterize this unit. This unit must be protected to the lowest incurred temperature for the following reasons: WARNING 1. If any part of the pumping system becomes frozen; excessive pressure RISK OF UNIT bURSTING! may build up in the unit which could cause the unit to burst resulting in possible serious injury to the operator or bystanders. DO NOT STORE/OPERATE UNIT IN A FREEZING ENVIRONMENT! 2. The pumping system in this unit may be permanently damaged if frozen. FREEZE DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. If you must store your unit in an area where the temperature may fall below 32°F, you can protect your unit by following the procedure outlined below. . Gather the following items: a. ...
TROUbLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start. Various engine problems. Refer to the engine manual accompanying your unit. Unit components are frozen. Allow to thaw. If any part of the unit becomes frozen; excessive ...
STATEMENT OF WARRANTY GP-SERIES Mi-T-M warrants all parts, (except those referred to below), of your new GP-Series pressure washer to be free from defects in materials and workmanship during the following periods: For One () Year from the date of original purchase: High Pressure Pump Base Assembly ...
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TABLA DE MATERIAS INTRODUCCION ...........................25 ADVERTENCIAS IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD ..............26-29 RIESGO dE ExPlOSIón O IncEndIO ................26 RIESGO dE aSfIxIa ......................27 RIESGO dE InyEccIón O lESIón POR cORtaduRa SEvERa ........27 RIESGO dE ElEctROcucIón O chOquE EléctRIcO ..........27 RIESGO dE quEMaduRaS ...................27 RIESGO dE ExPlOSIón ....................28 RIESGO POR PIEzaS En MOvIMIEntO ...............28 RIESGO dE lESIónS .....................29...
INTRODUCCION ¡felicitaciones por la compra de su nueva lavadora a presión! Puede estar seguro que su lavadora a presión fue construida con el nivel más alto de precisión y exactitud. cada componente ha sido probado rigurosamente por técnicos para asegurar la calidad, la resistencia y el rendimiento de esta unidad.
ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD lea todas las advertencias de seguridad antes de usar la lavadora a presión PElIGRO: deben observarse siempre las precauciones basicas, incluyendo las siguientes. PELIGRO POSIBLE CONSECUENCIA PREVENCIóN Pueden ocurrir lesiones graves o Siempre opere la lavadora en una área bien ventilada libre de RIESGO fatales ocasionadas por chispas vapores inflamables, polvo combustible y gases o materiales...
ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD lea todas las advertencias de seguridad antes de usar la lavadora a presión PELIGRO POSIBLE CONSECUENCIA PREVENCIóN Pueden sufrirse lesiones graves o fatales RIESGO DE ASFIxIA Esta lavadora a presión fue diseñada para uso externo como consecuencia de la inhalación de únicamente.
ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD lea todas las advertencias de seguridad antes de usar la lavadora a presión PELIGRO POSIBLE CONSECUENCIA PREVENCIóN RIESGO DE Pueden producirse lesiones graves nunca permita que ninguna parte de su cuerpo haga contacto si se toca el motor de gasolina, el con el motor de gasolina, el silenciador o el intercambiador QUEMADURAS silenciador o el intercambiador de...
ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD lea todas las advertencias de seguridad antes de usar la lavadora a presión PELIGRO POSIBLE CONSECUENCIA PREVENCIóN RIESGO DE LESIONES Pueden ocurrir lesiones graves o fatales ¡BuSquE atEncIón MédIca dE EMERGEncIa si si los detergentes entran en contacto está...
ELEMENTOS Y COMPONENTES LISTA DE LOS ELEMONTOS Y COMPONENTES calcomanía-declaraciones de adverten- Salida de agua cia/Precaución/Operación E/S Entrada de agua calcomanía-combustible del motor E/S Manguera de detergente calcomanía-Silenciador caliente E/S tamiz de entrada de agua Motor Manguera de descarga de alta presión deposito aceite conjunto del la pistola Bomba...
CALCOMANIAS DE SEGURIDAD NO RETIRE LAS CALCOMANIAS DE SEGURIDAD DE LA UNIDAD A MENOS QUE LAS REEM- PLACE POR LAS CALCOMANIAS DE SEGURIDAD MAS RECIENTES! Referencia no. 13: calcomanía-combustible del mo- tor (Pieza no. 34-0599) cautIOn/PREcaucIOn RISK Of fIRE RIESGO dE fuEGE no ponga combustible cuando do not add fuel when el producto este en operacion.
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ELEMENTOS Y COMPONENTES LISTA DE LOS ELEMONTOS Y COMPONENTES calcomanía-declaraciones de advertencia/Pre- tamiz de entrada de agua caución/Operación E/S Entrada de agua calcomanía-combustible del motor E/S Manguera de detergente Motor Salida de agua calcomanía-Silenciador caliente E/S Manguera de descarga de alta presión deposito aceite conjunto del la pistola Perilla ajustable del descargador...
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CALCOMANIAS DE SEGURIDAD NO RETIRE LAS CALCOMANIAS DE SEGURIDAD DE LA UNIDAD A MENOS QUE LAS REEM- PLACE POR LAS CALCOMANIAS DE SEGURIDAD MAS RECIENTES! Referencia no. 13: calcomanía-combustible del mo- tor (Pieza no. 34-0599) cautIOn/PREcaucIOn RIESGO dE fuEGE RISK Of fIRE no ponga combustible cuando do not add fuel when el producto este en operacion.
INSTALACION Y PREPARACION VESTIMENTA: una vestimenta apropiada es esencial para su seguridad. Se recomienda que utilice cualquier medio necesario para proteger los ojos, los oídos y la piel. al usar agentes limpiadores detergentes con esta lavadora, puede requerirse una vestimenta adicional de seguridad (tal como una máscara respiratoria). PREPARACION: PELIGRO 1.
INSTALACION Y PREPARACION ADVERTENCIA ¡RIESGO DE INYECCION CAUSANTE BOQUILLAS DE CONExION RAPIDA: Pueden conectarse rápidamente DE LESIONES GRAVES! varias boquillas al extremo de la vara para cambiar el patrón de rociado o ¡NUNCA MIRE DIRECTAMENTE para usar la característica de detergente. asegúrese que la conexión está AL ORIFICIO DE LA BOQUILLA seguramente calzada, al usar los conectores rápidos (c.R.).
INSTALACION Y PREPARACION SUMINISTRO DE AGUA: 1. Seleccione una manguera de suministro de agua de jardín de buena calidad que TAMIZ DE ENTRADA DE AGUA tenga por los menos 3/4" (19 mm) de diámetro interno y no sea mayor de 50 pies (15,25 m).
INSTALACION Y PREPARACION PROCEDIMIENTOS DE INSPECCION ANTES DEL ARRANQUE: Efectúe los procedimientos siguientes antes de arrancar la unidad: 1. Inspeccione el nivel de aceite en la bomba y en el motor. 2. Inspeccione el tamiz de entrada de agua. limpie o reemplace si fuera necesario.
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION CEBADO DE LA BOMBA: 1. Es esencial cebar la bomba en el arranque inicial y cada vez que se desconecta el suministro de agua de la unidad después del uso inicial. PRECAUCIÓN 2. Desplieque la manguera de alta presión para eliminar los dobleces. El flujo de agua endurecerá...
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION 6. no permita que la unidad funcione en un modo de derivación (con el gatillo cerrado) por más de tres minutos sin accionar el gatillo de la pistola. El no seguir esta simple regla puede causar la falla prematura de los sellos del empaque de la bomba, resultando en una reparación costosa a la misma.
ALMACENAMIENTO Y MANTENIMIENTO MANTENIMIENTO ESPECIFICO: MOtOR: las instrucciones del motor que acompañan a su unidad detallan los procedimientos específicos para el mantenimiento del motor. El observar las recomendaciones del fabricante del motor prolongará la vida útil del motor. BOMBa: El aceite de la bomba debe ser cambiado después de las primeras 25 horas de operación.
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2. Procedimiento: a. Para comenzar a preparar su unidad para el invierno, la misma debe hacerse funcionar y cebarse de acuerdo con los “Procedimientos de arranque” indicados en la página 38. b. apague la unidad y corte el suministro de agua, después de hacerla funcionar y cebarla.
LOCALIZACION DE FALLAS SIntOMa cauSa PROBaBlE SOlucIOn El motor no arranca. varios problemas del motor. Refiérase al Manual del Motor que acom- paña a su unidad. los componentes de la unidad están Permita que se descongele. Si se con- congelados. gela cualquier parte de la unidad, puede acumularse una presión excesiva en la unidad, lo que podría causar que la...
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LOCALIZACION DE FALLAS SOlucIOn cauSa PROBaBlE SIntOMa Inspeccione, sumerja si fuera necesario. El tamiz del detergente no está comple- El detergente no fluirá por sifón en el tamente sumergido en la solución de modo de detergente a baja presión. detergente. El tamiz del detergente está...
DECLARACIóN DE GARANTÍA SERIE-GP Mi-t-M garantiza que todas las piezas (excepto aquellas a las que se hace referencia abajo), de su nueva lavadora a presión Serie-GP libres de defectos en materiales y mano de obra durante los periodos siguientes: Por un (1) año a partir de la fecha original de compra: Bomba de alta Presión Recta conectar Sistema unidad Base...
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