PRESSURE WASHERS OPERATOR’S MANUAL

1 PRESSURE WASHERS operator S MANUALFor technical assistance or the dealer nearest you consult our web page at call 800-LANDA-4-U (800-526-3248) or (360) 833-9100 VHG3-1100 VHG4-2000 VHG4-2200 VHG4-3000 VHG5-3000 VHG6-3000 VHG8-3000 VHGLISTED CONTENTS2 VHG-L MANUAL Form #96-6185 Revised 3 4 Important Safety Information .. 4-5 Installation Guide VHGL 3-4-5 Guide VHGL 6-8 11 Check List Before Starting .. 12 Component Identification VHGL 3-4-5 13 Component Identification VHGL 6-8 GPM .. 14 Operating 15 Preventatative 15 General Washing & 16 Heating Coils ..16-17 Propane Gas ..17-18 Burner Features.

2 18 Burner View VHGL 3-4-5 GPM, Left 20 Exploded View VHGL 3-4-5 GPM, Right Side .. 21 Exploded View VHGL 3-4-5, Parts List ..22-23 Burner Assembly VHGL 3-4-5, Exploded 24 Burner Assembly VHGL 3-4-5, Exploded View & Parts List .. 25 Exploded View VHGL 6-8 GPM, Left 26 Exploded View VHGL 6-8 GPM, Right 27 Exploded View VHGL 3-4-5, Parts List .. 28 VHGL 6-8 GPM Pump Assemblies and Parts List .. 29 Burner Assembly VHGL 6-8, Exploded View .. 30 Burner Assembly VHGL 6-8, Exploded View & Parts List .. 31 Float Tank VHGL 3-4-5, Exploded View & Parts List .. 32 Float Tank VHGL 6-8, Exploded View & Parts List .. 33 Control Panel VHGL 3-4-5 Exploded View & Parts List.

3 34 Control Panel VHGL 6-8 Exploded View & Parts List .. 35 VHGL 3-4-5 Electrical 36 VHGL 6-8 Electrical Box .. 37 VHGL 3-4-5-6-8 Electrical Box, Parts List .. 38 Electrical Box Box Assembly, Parts List ..41 Hose & Spray Gun Assembly ..42 Model Number _____Serial Number _____Date of Purchase _____The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached tothe PRESSURE washer . You should record both serial number anddate of purchase and keep in a safe place for future MANUAL Form #96-6185 Revised 3/04 Burner 43 Pump 44-45 Basic Facts .. 46 PRESSURE 46 Preventative Maintenance 47 Oil Change 504 VHG SERIES PRESSURE washer operator S MANUALLANDA VHG-L 96-6185 Rev.

4 3/04 INTRODUCTIONT hank you for purchasing a Landa PRESSURE MANUAL covers the operation and maintenance ofthe VHG3-11024D, VHG4-20021A, VHG4-20024A,VHG4-22021A, B, C, VHG4-22024A, B, C, N, VHG4-30021A, B, C, VHG4-30024A, B, C, VHG5-30021B, C,VHG5-30024B, C, VHG6-30024B, C , H, VHG8-30024B,C, H WASHERS . All information in this MANUAL is based onthe latest product information available at the time of , Inc. reserves the right to make changes at anytime without incurring any VHG Series was designed for maximum use of 4 hours per day,5 days per Responsibility:The owner and/or user must have an understanding ofthe manufacturer s operating instructions and warningsbefore using this Landa PRESSURE washer .

5 Warning infor-mation should be emphasized and understood. If theoperator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer s in-structions and warnings shall be read to and discussedwith the operator in the operator s native language bythe purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator com-prehends its and/or user must study and maintain for futurereference the manufacturers instructionsThis MANUAL should be considered a permanentpart of the machine and should remain with it ifmachine is ordering parts, please specify model andserial SAFETYINFORMATIONCAUTION: When using thismachine basic precautionsshould always be followed,including the following:CAUTION.

6 To reduce the risk ofinjury, read operating instructionscarefully before the owner's MANUAL thor-oughly. Failure to follow instruc-tions could cause malfunction of the machine andresult in death, serious bodily injury and/or All installations must comply with local codes. Con-tact your electrician, plumber, utility company or theselling distributor for specific comply with the National Electrical code (NFPA70) and provide additional protection from risk of elec-tric shock, this PRESSURE washer is equipped with aUL approved ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)power cord for machines rated 250V 30 amp or less,single Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressuresquickly.

7 Be thoroughly familiar with the Stay alert. Watch what you are : Flammable liquids cancreate fumes which can ignitecausing property damage orsevere Risk of explosion - Do not sprayflammable liquids or operate inan explosive location. Operateonly where open flame or torchis : Keep water spray awayfrom electrical wiring or fatal elec-tric shock may result. Read warn-ing tag on electrical To protect the operator fromelectrical shock, the machinemust be electrically is the responsibility of theowner to connect this machineto a UL grounded receptacle of proper voltage andamperage ratings. Do not spray water on or near elec-trical components.

8 Do not touch machine with wethands or while standing in water. Always disconnectpower before : Spray gun kicks back. Hold with Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands beforestarting the cleaner. Failure to do this could result ininjury from a whipping : Equipment can pro-duce a high PRESSURE stream offluid that can pierce skin and itsunderlying tissues, leading toserious injury and High PRESSURE developed bythese machines can causepersonal injury or equipmentdamage. Use caution whenREAD operator SMANUALTHOROUGHLYPRIOR TO OF INJECTIONOR SEVERE INJURYTO PERSONS. KEEPCLEAR OF OF EXPLOSION:DO NOT WATER SPRAYAWAY FROMELECTRICAL SERIES PRESSURE washer operator S MANUAL5 LANDA VHG-L 96-6185 Rev.

9 3/04operating. Do not direct discharge stream at anyoneor at any part of the body, or severe injury or deathwill result. This machine is to be used only by quali-fied : Hot discharge fluid. Donot touch or direct dischargestream at Never make adjustments onmachine while in : High PRESSURE cancause paint chips or other par-ticles to become airborne and flyat high Eye safety devices and foot pro-tection must be worn whenusing this : Risk of this product only in a well ven-tilated When the machine is working,do not cover or place in a closedspace where ventilation is Machines with spray gunsshould not be operated with thetrigger in the off position for extensive periods of timeas this may cause damage to the Protect from Be certain all quick coupler fittings are securedbefore using PRESSURE Do not allow acids, caustic, or abrasive fluids to passthrough the Inlet water must be cold and clean fresh To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is nec-essary when a machine is used near children.

10 Do notallow children to operate the PRESSURE washer . Thismachine must be attended during The best insurance against an accident is precau-tion and knowledge of the Do not operate this product when fatigued or underthe influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep operatingarea clear of all Do not replace LP tank while machine is injury could : Use only vapor This equipment is designed torun on vapor fuel. Do not useliquid fuel. Have a qualified ser-viceman install and serviceyour Never expose a spark or flamewhere unburned gas may Never attempt to light pilot unless pilot MANUAL valvehas been shut off for 5 A conversion kit, as supplied by the manufacturer,shall be used to convert natural gas to gases are heavier than air and will spill out onthe floor.