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hr-2500gh
hr-2700gh
high Pressure Washers
AC-Series Operator’s Manual-E/F
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introduction THANK YOU for purchasing a John Deere product. WRITE SERIAL NUMBER in the Specification or Identification Numbers section. Accurately record all the READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate numbers to help in tracing the machine should it be stolen. and service your machine correctly. Failure to do so Your dealer also needs these numbers when you order could result in personal injury or equipment damage. parts. File the identification numbers in a secure place Th
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Contents Page Page safety .................................................................................. 5 accessories High Pressure Hose ........................................................... safety signs ..................................................................... 0 Rotating Brush ..................................................................... 0° Nozzle-Red ..................................................................... Controls .........
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Contents 4 AC-Series Operator’s Manual-E/F
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safety reCOgnize safeTy infOrMa TiOn This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. undersT and signal WOrds A signal word--DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION--is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards. DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near spe- cific hazards. General precautions are listed on C
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PrOTeCT againsT high Pressure sPray Spray from high pressure nozzles can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury. Keep spray from contacting hands or body. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any high pressure spray injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury should refer- ence a knowledgeable medical source. Such information is available from Deere & Company Medical Departm
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Cleaning deTergenT PreCauTiOns Know the detergent being used. Be prepared to tell a physician exactly what you are using in the event of an emergency. Read all detergent labels and follow all instructions exactly regarding preparation, use, safety, transportation, and disposal. Keep all detergents out of the reach of children, pets and livestock. NEVER spray combustible liquids of any kind. Do not use highly corrosive detergents or acid-type cleaners with this washer. handle CheMiCal Pr
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iMPOrT anT safeTy insTruCTiOns WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read this operator’s manual completely. When using this product, the following basic precautions should always be followed: . Read all the instructions before using the product. . High pressure water spray can cut skin. Do not “lock” trigger in the open position. Do not direct spray at persons. Keep operating area clear of all persons and pets. Warn children that the water spray can cut. Supervise children
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PreP are fOr eMergenCies Be prepared if a fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital and fire department near your telephone. insPeCT high Pressure W asher Be sure all covers, guards and shields are in place. Locate all operating controls and safety labels. Keep all hardware and plumbing fittings tight. serviCe high Pressure W asher safely Before servicing washer, disconnect spark plug wire, relieve water press
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safeTy signs 34-1608 WARNING ADVERTENCIA CAUTION/PRECAUCION RISK OF BURNS RIESGO DE QUEMAR RISK OF FIRE RIESGO DE FUEGE EL AMORTIGUADOR Y LAS No ponga combustible cuando MUFFLER AND Do not add fuel when el producto este en operacion. AREAS ADYACENTES PUEDEN product is operating. Allow ADJACENT AREAS Permita que el motor se enfrie TENER TEMPERATURAS POR engine to cool for two () MAY EXCEED 50°F . por minutos antes de minutes before refueling. 4-0598-00699-E/S-ENG. ARRIBA DE 50°F . r
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Controls hr-2500gh and hr-2700gh b a a-- Water supply inlet C b-- high Pressure Outlet C-- detergent strainer d-- Choke e-- Throttle d e gun, W and, hOse AC-Series Operator’s Manual-E/F P0-007 P0-007 500
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Preparing the Washer CheCk engine Oil NOTE: All washers are shipped with engine oil. Check proper level. . Place unit on level surface. 2. Remove oil filler cap/dipstick (A) and wipe it clean. 3. Insert filler cap/dipstick into oil filler neck, but DO NOT screw it in. 4. Remove dipstick. Proper oil level is at midpoint of dipstick (A). Add oil if necessary to bring oil level to top of threads (B). 5. Install and tighten cap. b a gasOline engine Oil Use oil viscosity based on the
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Preparing the Washer filling fuel T ank CAUTION: Risk of fire. Handle fuel carefully. -Do not add fuel when product is operating. Stop engine and allow engine to cool for two minutes before refueling. Hot surfaces can cause burns and ignite spilled fuel. Do not touch muffler. -Fill fuel tank outdoors away from flames and open sparks. -Do not smoke when filling fuel tank. -Do not overfill fuel tank. (There should be no fuel in filler neck.) -Avoid spilling fuel. Wipe clean after r
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Preparing the Washer inleT W aTer suPPly requireMenTs . Inlet water supply must be a minimum of 0 PSI (.4 bar). Attempting to operate the washer with less than adequate water supply will cause rapid wear of packings, valves and bearings that will dramatically shorten pump life. Symptoms of inadequate water supply are pump shuddering and flattening of the supply hose. 2. Inlet water flow must be at least 125% of pump rated flow (see table below). Check volume by timing how long
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Preparing the Washer PuMP Oil This pump does not require periodic changing of the oil. It uses a high grade synthetic oil which will last for the life of the pump. COnneCT hOses and PriMe PuMP IMPORTANT: Be sure that inlet water screen (C) is clean and in place before connecting water supply hose to washers. The water pump and valves could be damaged from contaminants. NOTE: Filling supply hose with water before attaching to pump a will greatly reduce priming time. C . Prime water
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Preparing the Washer insT alling nOzzle CAUTION: To avoid injury from escaping fluids under pressure, relieve the pressure in the a system by stopping the washer and depressing gun trigger. Lock trigger before changing or adjusting nozzle. be sure nozzle is tightly attached before operating to help prevent nozzle release. 1. Retract locking ring (A) of quick-connect fitting and b insert male quick-connect fitting of nozzle (B). . Push ring forward and lock nozzle in place. Be su
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Operating the Washer sTarTing and OPera Ting engine CAUTION: Do not run engine in an enclosed area. exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and poisonous gas that can cause sickness or death. iMPOrT anT: To prevent possible pump damage, do not allow washer pump to run in bypass (with gun trigger released) for longer than 3 minutes. IMPORTANT: During first two hours of engine operation, engine may operate at low or erratic rPM as the engine moving parts break in. . Pull c
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Operating the Washer WaTer Pressure Water pressure is preset on washers and should only be serviced by an authorized dealer. Changing nOzzle Cau TiOn: high pressure spray can cause serious injury. Keep away from spray. Never point the gun at yourself or anyone else. Never put your hand, a fingers, eyes or body directly over spray. Do not point spray toward fragile materials. CAUTION: To avoid injury from escaping fluids under pressure, relieve the pressure in the system by stopp
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Operating the Washer 15° nOzzle-yellOW This nozzle provides a chiseling effect suitable for surface preparation. The spray should be directed at a 45° angle to the surface. Recommended uses are: -Removing peeling paint. -Removing mildew stains. 25° nOzzle-green This is a flushing nozzle. It produces a brush effect with a wider spray pattern and less concentrated spray pressure than a 5° nozzle. Recommended uses are: -Wet sweeping leaves from walks and drives. -Cleaning stable floo
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Operating the Washer Cleaning hOrizOnT al surfaCes Move nozzle wand from side to side. Direct spray at an angle to force debris ahead and away from the cleared area. 8" - 10" (20-25 cm) Depending on the material to be removed and nozzle pressure, hold nozzle end 8 to 0 inches ( 0 to 5 cm) from the surface and use slow, overlapping strokes. If debris is easy to remove, move nozzle back to cover more area for faster cleaning. Cleaning verTiCal surfaCes iMPOrT anT: remember that the wa
