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Read instructions carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or service this pressure washer. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! NOTE: This manual is intended for use with the following model releases only: 1812SS 1812SS-208 1822SS 1822SS-208...
contents Component Identification ....................... 5 Assembly ............................6 Installation............................7 General Safety Information ......................7-9 Operation ..........................9-11 Storage ............................11 Maintenance ..........................12 Troubleshooting ........................13-15 Exploded View ........................16-17 Exploded View Parts List ......................18-19 Hose & Trigger Gun Assembly and Parts List ................20 Trigger Gun Assembly and Parts List ..................
Use this product only in a well of the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warn- ventilated area. ings before using this Hotsy pressure washer. Warning information should be emphasized and understood. If 5. Risk of explosion — do not the operator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s...
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18" above the floor. bring sufficient air into the machine. Locate the pressure 24. Hotsy will not be liable for any changes made to washer so that the flue will be as straight as possible and our standard machines, or any components not protrude through the roof at a proper height and location purchased from Hotsy.
If you replace your and looseness, and replace as required. gas valve, you will need to adjust the new valve. Refer to Hotsy 1800 • 97-6244 Rev. 7/06...
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If the burner has not ignited, release the trigger for 5 use of pressure washer is continued. seconds, then squeeze for 15 seconds. If the burner has not ignited after 10 tries, see the troubleshooting Guide in this manual. Hotsy 1800 • 97-6244 Rev. 7/06...
For the best results, plugs. A red plug has been installed in the detergent contact your Hotsy dealer to help you select the best screen. This plug has been factory drilled with a #60 drill detergent for your application.
Gas burner Use Hotsy Pump Oil P/N 315068 for pump crankcase. Crankcase must be filled to the full mark on the dipstick or to It is recommended that the gas burner be serviced yearly center of sight glass window found on the rear of the pump.
Place switch in ON position. Will not produce Gas valve switch in OFF Place switch in ON position. hot Water Water position. (continued) Inadequate fuel supply. Check fuel supply. Pump switch turned off. Pump must be running before burner will light. Hotsy 1800 • 97-6244 Rev. 7/06...
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Stack restriction. See Venting under Installation. or has obnoxious odor pressure relief Excessive pressure due to de- Replace unloader valve. fective unloader valve. valve is leakinG Defective relief valve. Replace relief valve. Dirty relief valve. Clean relief valve seat. Hotsy 1800 • 97-6244 Rev. 7/06...
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL 15 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.
1800 SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL exploded vieW models 1812ss, 1812ss-208, 1852ss, 1852ss-208 51,52,53 for detail see pump assy. illus. for detail see control box illus. for detail see float tank illus. Hotsy 1800 • 97-6244 Rev. 7/06...
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1800 SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 17 exploded vieW to coil Hotsy 1800 • 97-6244 Rev. 7/06...
Plug, 1/2" Allen Countersunk 2-00681 Bushing, 1/2" x 3/8", Steel 2-2007 Nipple, 3/8" x 3/8" NPT ST Male 1 2-10862 Hosebarb, 3/8" Barb x 3/8" ML Pipe 10-090040 Label, Hot Water Outlet Not Shown Hotsy 1800 • 97-6244 Rev. 7/06...
Hotsy will at its option repair or replace any part covered by this warranty which is defective under normal use for one year at no charge for parts or labor. All defects must be verified by an authorized Hotsy service location.