KIT INSTRUCTIONS which came with the kit. It contains replacement parts numbers needed for ordering future parts. NOTE: The manual part number is located on the lower right corner of the front cover. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
Never operate indoors, even if windows and doors are open. Only use outdoor and far away from windows, doors, and openings or vents. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
RISK OF FIRE. machine excède 85 dB et une DO NOT ADD FUEL encore chaude. protection de l'ouïe appropriée WHEN OPERATING MACHINE. doit être portée. EAR PROTECTION MUST BE WORN Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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Do not confuse gasoline and fuel oil tanks. Keep proper BOTH HANDS commencer. Le non-respect de fuel in proper tank. cette consigne pourrait mener à des blessures causées par le mouvement violent de la lance. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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If diesel is used, add a soot VENTILATED AREA. areas or near exhaust fans. remover to every tankful. Adequate oxygen is needed for combustion or dangerous carbon monoxide will result. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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AVERTISSEMENT: Ne pas vaporiser sur la machine ou les gens, les animaux ou les pièces DO NOT SPRAY électriques. MACHINE OR ANY PEOPLE, ANIMALS OR ELECTRICAL PARTS. Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
L 45” X W 33” X H 52” Briggs 1285SSG 10” 780 Lbs 870 Lbs L 45” X W 33” X H 52” Vanguard 1290SSG 10” Honda GX630 780 Lbs 870 Lbs L 45” X W 33” X H 52” Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
Bend Restrictor (Shroud) — This shroud has different detergents lengths depending on pressure. The largest shroud Wand — Must be connected to the spray gun. must be connected to the spray gun to protect operator if hose becomes separated. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
Safety Relief Valve Hose Quick Disconnect Manifold Coil Outlet Discharge NOTE: The pressure nozzle is not to be installed at this time. NOTE: The safety Relief Valve must be inspected and tested annually. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
Proper combus- tion can only be obtained when there is a sufficient Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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150 PSI for a high altitude used. adjustment for both heat input adjustments and combustion air intake with the same fuel type. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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A 1/2" NPT 3-way ball valve will need to be installed in activate the pressure sensors and pressure relief the water inlet line. Hotsy recommends the use of Watts equipment when the unit is operated and much higher Regulator Valve #1/2 B6780 M1 (Hotsy P/N 921363) altitudes from factory settings or local dealer site for this application.
Manual Trigger Lock DANGER : NE PAS pointer la lance ou le pistolet pulvérisateur dans votre direction ou la direction d'une autre personne. L'eau sous haute pression peut causer des lésions corporelles. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
If smoke continues, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide in this manual. When the trigger gun is closed or the temperature setting is reached, the burner will automatically turn off. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
If the pressure washer is not to be used for a consider- able length of time, it is recommended to flush the system with antifreeze for rust protection. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
This will restrict the airflow through the coil, further aggravating the soot Pump buildup. Contact your local service center when Use HOTSY Pump Oil (8.923-422.0) or equivalent de sooting is needed. 10W-40 Non-Foaming oil for pump crankcase. Engine...
Readjust. Refer to Oil Burner Section under Instal- SMOKES OR lation. Air bands need to be adjusted Use kerosene, #1 Grade Home Heating Oil, #1 or #2 Improper fuel OBNOXIOUS Diesel Fuel. ODOR DO NOT USE GASOLINE. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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Reduce fuel pressure PSI/Increase air band set for burn (fuel PSI above 140 and below AT COLD-START cleaner without max water heat loss 200) and smokes when burner is off ONLY WHEN BURNER IS OFF CONTINUED Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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Maintenance 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.
Control Box For Detail Float Tank For Detail 101, 114 Fuel Tank Detail Location Of 2nd Serial Plate Gasoline Under Side Of Frame Tank For Detail Hose & Spray Gun Assy. For Detail Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
Only 1260SSG Honda 12HP Only Honda Only 59, 80 44, 81 Float Details Tank See Pump Assy. Detergent Valve Honda 51 52 Engine Only Gasoline Tank Reversed View To Carbon Canister Purge Side Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
See Wire Burner Routing Assy. Illus. For Positioning To Fuel Tank Control Box For Float Detail Tank For Detail Gasoline Super Duty Tank For Option Detail Honda Engine Only (Reversed View) Fuel Tank Detail Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
Power Platform - 1260SS, 1270SS, 1280SS, 1285SS, 1290SS Power Platform 1260SS Vanguard only Honda only Pump Assy. Detail Detergent Valve Float Tank Honda Engines Only Gasoline Tank 89143660-11 To Carbon Canister Purge Side Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
VALVE, SAFETY RELIEF VSA 9.802-171.0 NIPPLE, PIPE, 3/8" X 3/8" NPT ST MALE 8.706-248.0 PLUG, 3/8" ALLEN COUNTERSUNK NOTE: Pressure relief safety valve must be inspected and tested by a trained technician annually. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
Burner For EHASR Only Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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CLAMP, SCREW, 5/16"W, 1/4-5/8"D SS FUEL NOZZLE, 2.25 X 80 A WITH 100 PSI ALL EXCEPT 1290 8.756-330.0 CHECK VALVE SERIES FUEL NOZZLE, 2.50 X 80 B WITH 100 PSI 8.756-697.0 1290 SERIES ONLY CHECK VALVE Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
1285SSG 9.802-420.0 BX43 8.715-594.0 2B94SK 8.715-647.0 SK x 25MM 9.802-392.0 3TB34 1290SS 8.710-756.0 BX45 9.802-391.0 2BK100 9.802-403.0 H x 25MM 9.802-383.0 2BK36 1290SSG 9.802-420.0 BX43 9.802-391.0 2BK100 9.802-403.0 H x 25MM 9.802-392.0 3TB34 Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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H x 1 1285SSG 9.802-404.0 P2 x 1 AK30 8.715-524.0 H x 5/8 9.802-397.0 8.715-670.0 AX27 1290SS 9.802-399.0 H x 1 1290SSG 9.802-404.0 P2 x 1 AK30 8.715-524.0 H x 5/8 9.802-397.0 8.715-670.0 AX27 Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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CONNECTING ROD 9.802-889.0 SPRING WASHER 9.802-937.0 CONNECTING ROD SCREW 9.803-194.0 O-RING Ø2.62 X 152.07 8.752-826.0 CRANKCASE COVER 9.803-906.0 O-RING Ø1.78 X 14.00 8.707-262.0 BRASS PLUG G3/8 9.803-202.0 SIGHT GLASS G3/4 8.752-824.0 COVER SCREW Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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34, 35, 36, 37 INCLUDED NUMBER OF CYLINDERS KIT WILL SERVICE KIT NUMBERS 8.753-349.0 8.752-835.0 Plunger Oil Complete Valve DESCRIPTION Seal ITEMS NUMBERS 11, 12, 13 INCLUDED NUMBER OF CYLINDERS KIT WILL SERVICE Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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If “spike” pressure exceeds the 500 psi limit, remove the adjusting knob (Item 18) and re-adjust (lower) the nuts (Items 15) on the stem (Item 8). Re-attach the adjusting knob (Item 18), then repeat step #6. Hotsy 1200 Operator’s Manual 8.914-366.0 - AL...
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If you need SERVICE on your pressure washer, contact your local Hotsy dealer or visit www.Hotsy.com. Smart phone users scan the code below to link directly to the Service Request page. To REGISTER your pressure washer, please visit our Warranty Registration page at www.hotsy.com/WarrantyRegistration.aspx or scan the code...
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