Graco Inc. 308-518 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
PUMP OIL LEVEL
INDICATOR
WINDOW
WATER
I
CONNECTION
-,-.. a-----.
MOTOR
SWITCH
/
ELECTRIC
PLUG
\
S/4” UAHDEN
HOSE (f)
INLET
FILTER PUMP
DIPSTICK
\
ADJUSTABLE
NOZZLE (826)
HIGH
SPRAY -
GUN
CONNECTION
QUICK
HIGH
PRESSURE \
SPRAY HOSE
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Check for Shipping Damage
Check the unit for any damage that may have occurred
in shipping. Note any damage and
notify the carrier
immediately.
Set Up
Before plugging in the unit, be sure the electrical service
matches the specification in Technical Data (page 22 )
and the voltage label on the unit. With the unit off, plug
the power supply cord into a grounded, GFCI-protected
outlet. Do not remove the electrical plug which comes
with the unit or bend connecting prongs to fit an
improper outlet! Use an extension cord that meets the
requirements of the EXTENSlON CORD section and is
no more than 100 ft (30 m) long. Added length of cord
will affect current draw of unit.
If you are using a 1235 with a downstream chemical
injector, install it between the pump unloader and the
high pressure hose, using the quick couplers provided.
Connect the high pressure hose between the pump
outlet and the gun inlet.
Up to 100 ft (30 m) of high pressure hose may
performance, and chemical injector performance,
Install the appropriate spray tip on the wand of the 1235.
See Installing and Changing Spray Tips.
Connect to Water Supply
CAUTION
Before attaching to the water supply, check your
local plumbing code regarding cross- connection
to the water supply.
A backflow preventer P/N 801-l 33 is available to
prevent backflow of contaminated water into the
fresh water supply. Install it upstream from the
pump.
Install a regulating water valve, P/N 800-258, if
inlet water pressure is over 60 psi (4.1 bar).
Do not exceed 160” F (70” C) inlet water
temperature.
Connect a hose with at least a 314 inch (19 mm) ID and
not longer than 50 ft (15 m) to the unit’s 3/4 inch garden
hose inlet.
NOTE:
The water source at the unit musl have a
minimum flow rate equal to that of the unit (see
Technical Data, page 22).
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