Porter-Cable PCH3200 - Manuals

Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

2- ENG A09608 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not operate this unit until you have read and understand this Operators Manual and the Engine Owners Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions. RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Spilled gasoline and it’s vapo...

Page 6 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS; Place handle assembly onto; and slide the handle assembly; CARTON CONTENTS; frame

6- ENG A09608 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place handle assembly onto frame , depress the snap buttons, and slide the handle assembly onto the frame until snap buttons snap into place. CARTON CONTENTS Engine Frame and Wheel Assembly High Pressure Hose Spray Gun Quick Connect Spray Wand Handle Chemical H...

Page 9 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; BASIC ELEMENTS OF A; High Pressure Pump; BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN

9- ENG A09608 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER High Pressure Pump : Increases the pressure of the water supply. Engine: Drives the high pressure pump. High Pressure Hose: Carries the pressurized water from the pump to the gun and spray wand. Spray Gun: Connects with spray w...

Page 10 - PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS

10- ENG A09608 PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of measure for the ﬂow rate of water. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by PSI. GPM x PSI = CUBypass...

Page 11 - HOW TO USE SPRAY WAND; chart to choose the correct nozzle for the job to be performed.; READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE STARTING UNIT

11- ENG A09608 The high pressure spray from your pressure washer is capable of causing damage to surfaces such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto striping and trim, and delicate objects such as ﬂowers and shrubs. Before spraying, check the item to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong ...

Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; ENGINE

14- ENG A09608 MAINTENANCE When performing maintenance, you may be exposed to hot surfaces, water pressure, or moving parts that can cause serious injury or death!Before performing any maintenance or repair, disconnect spark plug wire, let engine cool and release all water pressure. The engine conta...

Page 16 - STORAGE

16- ENG A09608 1. Obtain a funnel , six ounces of *RV antifreeze, and 16 - 36 inches of garden hose with a male hose connector attached to one end. Use only RV antifreeze. Any other antifreeze is corrosive and can damage pump.2. Disconnect spark plug wire. 3. Connect length of garden hose to water i...

Page 17 - TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE; PROBLEM; CAUSE

17- ENG A09608 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Engine will not start (see Engine Manual for further engine troubleshooting) No or low pressure (initial use) CAUSE CORRECTION No fuel. Add Fuel. Pressure builds up after two pulls on the recoil starter or after initial use. Squeeze gun trigger to reliev...

Page 19 - NOTES

Page 20 - LIMITED WARRANTY

20- ENG A09608 LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship. Products covered under this warranty include air compressors, air tools, service parts, pressure washers, and g...