FAULT FINDER FAULT CAUSE REMEDY Machine stops suddenly P1/P2/P4—low oil check and top up oil • Or will not start. D1—flat battery/fuse Check/replace battery, re‐ • place fuse Sudden pressure loss. Water supply failed. Check water supply. No chemical Check chemical drum, close valve Low pressure HP nozzle worn or Replace HP nozzle. Set unloader unloader set to correct setting. Incorrectly. Low pressure with noise and Valves worn or Clean/replace as required. vibration. blocked. Piston seals Replace. worn. Check water supply pipe and un‐ Pump sucking air. ions. ...
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MINIMUM SERVICE SCHEDULES DAILY CHECK THE FOLLOWING a. Oil level ‐ top up as required. b. Fuel tank ‐ top up as required. c. All hose unions for leaks‐ replace O rings if leaking. d. Hose condition ‐ cuts etc. EVERY 500 HOURS OR SIX MONTHS (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST) a. Drain and replace pump oil. b. Drain and refill fuel tank. c. Replace fuel filter. d. Clean water filter. e. Replace high pressure nozzle. EVERY 1000 HOURS OR 12 MONTHS (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST) a. Complete 500 hour service. b. Replace pump seals. c. Replace oil seals. d. Check unloading pressure and safety valve pressure and adjust. The above service schedules are intended as a guide only, actual service times and replacements parts required will vary according to the area and the usage of the machine. ...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY I Water at high pressure is dangerous and can cause serious injury. This machine is to be used with great caution. II Petrol is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. EXHAUST FUMES CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE – Inhalation of such fumes can KILL. III Diesel is flammable and harmful if swallowed. A Always refuel in an area which is adequately ventilated. B DO NOT smoke when refueling. C Avoid overfilling. D Should fuel be spilt, wipe off any fuel spilt on machine or engine. E Move the equipment away from the area where fuel has been spilt. F DO NOT refuel when the engine is running. G DO NOT run the engine in an area which has a hazardous or explosive atmosphere. H Always ensure that the fuel cap is secure after refueling. I ...
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L Always ensure that there is a suitable type fire extinguisher available and is within easy access. M DO NOT leave an engine running unattended, ALWAYS STOP it before leaving the area. N NEVER point the high pressure spray jet at any person, animal, glass or other M aterial which may shatter. O PREVENT any over spray from injuring other people or damaging property. P DO NOT even try to use a pressure washer on machinery or electrical equipment that is connected in any way to the mains supply ( ALL switches in the OFF position, pull out plugs, if possible remove fuses). Cover or seal electric motors and fittings to prevent entry of water. Before reconnecting electric mains supply check for water penetration. Q DO ALL you can to keep plugs and sockets in a dry place or covered to prevent entry of water. R ALWAYS when using this machine:‐ • wear safety goggles and helmet or helmet with a visor. ...
PREPARATION Water Supply: A Ensure there is an adequate water supply either from the mains or a reservoir. B Attach water supply hoses to suitable tap or immerse the suction hose with approved suc‐ tion filter into the reservoir. NOTE: ONLY CLEAN WATER SHOULD BE USED. THE PUMP MAY BE DAMAGED IF DIRTY OR CONTAMINATED WATER IS ALLOWED TO PASS THROUGH THE PUMP. Hoses: Low pressure inlet. For models up to 13 litres per minute use ½ “ bore suction hose or feed pipe. For models from 13 litres to 24 litres per minute use ¾” bore suction hose or feed pipe. Hoses:High pressure outlet. For all models use 3/8” RIT or 3/8” R2T hoses. A Check the condition of the “O” rings in the ends of the hose. B Attatch the high pressure hose to the pump connection. C Attatch the spray gun to opposite ends of the high pressure hose. OPERATION A Turn on the water supply. B Start the engine ...
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D Adjust pressure regulator as required to obtain working pressure if required. E NOTE;:The high pressure water will cause the gun to “kick”. Make sure you have a firm grip of gun and lance. F On completion of operation stop the engine. g. Operate lance trigger h. Turn “ OFF” water supply i. Release residual pressure in gun and lance by operating trigger. When using Cleaning Agents: A. Set machine up as for water. B. Connect detergent hose to machine and place filter end into detergent. C. On completion of work, flush through hose and gun with clean water to remove any resid‐ ual detergent. NOTE: CHEMICAL PICKUP ONLY OPERATES AT PRESSURES BELOW 250PSI. OPEN LANCE VLAVE FULLY TO OBTAIN THIS PRESSURE. ...
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Hurricane ‐ General Arrangement Petrol/Diesel & Electric Start Hurricane Handle ‐ DEM10228 Black knob & bolt replacement ‐ DEM102255 Base Plate ‐ PB/P4 MET00193 Wheel ‐WHEEL300 Wheel Cap ‐WHEEL25 Pressure Guage ‐ DEM20620 ...
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Demon Hurricane Range Arrangement Drawing— Petrol/Diesel Start with Hose Reel Hose Reel Locking Pin Pressure Control Knob Start / Stop switch Oil filter Pump to Hose Reel HH0020 Fuel tap Speed control lever Fuel tap ...
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Demon Hurricane Range Arrangement Drawing— Electric Start Fuel Tap Speed control & Stop Oil Filter Guaze (cleanable) Gearbox Dipstick (EP90) Pump Dipstick (10W40) Voltage Regulator Fuse ...
WARRANTY This warranty covers the cost of all replacement parts and labour charges incurred, but does not cover the cost of transport or carriage. It is the owners responsibility to return the machine to a service depot or pay the traveling expenses of a engineer to attend. Demon International`s deci‐ sion in warranty matters is final and binding. Demon International Ltd, undertake to repair or replace,at their discretion, any component which may fail due to a manufacturing fault within a period of 12months from the date of pur‐ chase, provided that any fault or damage was not sustained by; A Lack of regular and proper maintenance, user negligence, misuse, or damage caused by ice or frost. B The effects of contaminated fuel or water, the use of non‐approved chemicals, or an in sufficient or unsuitable electrical supply. C The effects of un‐authorised modification and use. D Compression damage to high pressure hose. ( Hoses are warranted for one month only) E Worn out items considered wear and tear. Parts which may or may not wear out during the first year and which are considered service items which will need replacing from time to time: High pressure nozzle, lance, trigger, hoses, fuel nozzle, fuel filter, piston seals, valves, unloader seats and seals, water filter, non‐return valve, chemical barbs, chemical pipes, and pump oil seals. It is the owners responsibility to ensure the pressure washer is kept in a safe and suitable envi‐ ronment and any faults reported by operatives to be rectified at the earliest possible date. It is the operators responsibility to check the pressure washer for any faults and report them im‐ mediately, and to use the pressure washer in accordance with the manufacturers specifications and guidelines. Demon International Ltd, undertake to use the highest quality components available during manufacture, but can not be held responsible for any undue consequence arising from the use of their pressure washers. This warranty is given the original purchaser only and is not transferable without the fully author‐ ized and written consent of Demon International Ltd. ...
Warranty Procedure End Users If your machine develops a problem: 1. Phone Demon for advice with the model and serial number to hand. 2. Describe fully the problem as best you can. 3. If the problem cannot be resolved over the phone then the machine can be booked in for repair and if the faults are covered by the warranty the repair will be carried out free of charge. 4. If you cannot bring the machine in for repair then we will despatch an engineer. If the fault is covered by the warranty then we will not charge for labour or spares used, however the trans‐ port charge will be payable weather or not the repair is warranty. Hire Centres and Dealers If your machine develops a problem: 1. ...
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Nozzles ‐ you can’t get pressure without one! How do I know which nozzle I have? Look at this part of the nozzle and it will have a four or five digit number which gives the angle of spray as the first two digits. The next two or three numbers are the size. (i.e. 15045 is 15°...
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I can’t get the pressure to where it used to be – where do I start? Well by now you should know to check the nozzle ‐ assuming that is correct and you still have no or low pressure the golden rule is to connect the pump to the mains water supply ‐ whichever machine you are testing start with a good mains feed.
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Hurricane Petrol XT 11.14 Pump / XT 13.12 Pump / XT 13.15 Pump XT 1450 Pos Code No Description Qty Pos Code No Description Qty 1 AR1322730 Screw 6 40 AR1320020 Pump Head 1 2 AR620301 Plug 1 41 AR180101 O Ring 1 7 AR1260162 Plug 6 42 AR820361 Plug 1 8 AR960160 O Ring 6 43 AR1260200 ...
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