KEEP WATER fuel should the equipment be exposed to a SPRAY AWAY FROM distributor for specific details. higher ambient temperature. ELECTRICAL WIRING. HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
Failure to do this could LADDER. result in injury from a whipping wand. 14. Never make adjustments on machine while in operation. TRIGGER GUN KICKS BACK - HOLD WITH BOTH HANDS HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
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28. In oil burning models, use only kerosene, No. 1 home heating fuel, or diesel. If diesel is used, add a soot remover to every tankful. Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual. HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
Includes safety latch. spray gun closes, prevents over pressurization. Detergent Valve — Allows you to siphon and mix detergents Wand — Must be connected to the spray gun. HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
A 1/2" NPT 3-way ball valve will need to be installed in the water inlet line. Refer to Figure 7. Hotsy recommends the Hotsy Crossfire Oil Burner use of Watts Regulator Valve #1/2 B6780 M1 (Hotsy P/N Burner Air Adjustment: The oil burner on this machine 921363) for this application.
The pump is primed when the key switch is held in the HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
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If smoke continues, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide in this manual. When the trigger gun is closed or the temperature setting is reached, the burner will automatically turn off. HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
RINSING It will take a few seconds for the detergent to clear. Apply safety latch to spray gun and close detergent valve. Select and install the desired high pressure nozzle. HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
Open the detergent metering valve to draw antifreeze into the detergent system. If the pressure washer is not to be used for a considerable length of time, it is recommended to flush the system with antifreeze for rust protection. HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
Heating Coil Pump Coil De scaling: In hard water areas, scale buildup within Use HOTSY Pump Oil (P/N 315068) or equivalent 30W the heating coil will occur. Scale deposits will decrease non-detergent oil for pump crankcase. Crankcase must be the water temperature rise and may eventually clog the filled to the full mark on the dipstick or to center of sight heating coil.
Air bands need to BURNER SMOKES be adjusted Section under Installation. OR HAS OBNOXIOUS Use kerosene, #1 Grade Home Heating Oil, ODOR Improper fuel #1 or #2 Diesel Fuel. DO NOT USE GASLONE. HOTSY 1200 • 8.914-366.0 • REV. 8/11a...
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TROUBLESHOOTING 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.
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Hotsy does not authorize any other party, including authorized Hotsy Distributors, to make any representation or promise on behalf of Hotsy, or to modify the terms, conditions, or limitations in any way. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that the installation and use of Hotsy products conforms to local codes.
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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.
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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. 8.914-366.0 • Revised 8/11a • Printed in U.S.A.
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