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GreenWorks GPW 1501 Operator's Manual

GreenWorks GPW 1501 Operator's Manual

1500 psi/1.2 gpm electric pressure washer
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Greenworks GPW1501 13 Amp 1500 PSI 1.2 GPM Electric
Pressure Washer

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  • Page 1 User Manual of Product 1: Greenworks GPW1501 13 Amp 1500 PSI 1.2 GPM Electric Pressure Washer...
  • Page 2 1500 PSI / 1.2 GPM ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER GPW 1501 OPERATOR’S MANUAL TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool. www.greenworkstools.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INSTRUCTION Imporatant Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........3 Specific Safety Rules………………………………………………………………........4-5 Symbols………………………………………………………………………………........6-7 Electrical………………………………………………………………………………........8 Know Your Pressure Washer…………………………………………………………........9 Packing List..............................10 Assembly………………………………………………………………………………........11-14 Operation………………………………………………………………………………........15-19 Maintenance…………………………………………………………………………........20-22 Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………….........23-25 Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………….......26 Exploded View…………………………………………………………………………........….27 Parts List…………………………………………………………………………………......28-29 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Universal Motor……………………………………………………….........120V,60Hz,13Amps Power Cord with In-Line GFCI........................35ft Max. Pounds Per Square Inch Pressure……………………………………........1500psi Rated Gallons Per Minute………………………………………………………........1.2gpm Maximum Inlet Water Temperature……………………………………………..……....104°F（40℃）...

  • Page 4: Imporatant Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INTRODUCTIONS W A R N I N G Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and /or serious personal injury. W A R N I N G When using this product, basic precaution should always be followed, including the following.

  • Page 5: Specific Safety Rules

    SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ■ Know your product. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the machine’s applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this product. ■ To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from the work area.
  • Page 6 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ■ Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.

  • Page 7: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
  • Page 8 If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call GREENWORKS customer service for assistance. The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.

  • Page 9: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL W A R N I N G The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the product’s internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock. dOUBLE INSULATEd Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord.

  • Page 10: Know Your Pressure Washer

    KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. (See Figure 2.) Trigger Handle Handle...

  • Page 11: Packing List

    Assemble pressure washer gun t o spray wand. 1500 PSI / 1.2 GPM ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER GPW 1501 Insert h igh pressure hose into t rigge r handle. INSTALLING DETERGENT BOTTLE Insert the male end of the bottle into the female outlet on the trigger handle.

  • Page 12: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. ■ Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all the contents from the packaging list are included. W A R N I N G Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLING THE PRESSURE WASHER GUN ■ Insert the male end (A) of the wand into the female bayonet outlet (B) firmly. (See Figure 3-1.) ■ While pushing in the wand firmly, turn clockwise until tabs lock into place to ensure a leak-free connection.
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY dETERGENT TANK ■ Insert the male end of the bottle into the female outlet on the trigger handle. (See Figure 5-1.) ■ While pushing in the bottle firmly, turn clockwise until tabs lock into place to ensure a leak-free connection.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY CONNECTING THE GARdEN HOSE (See Figure 6.) C A U T I O N : Always observe all local regulations when connecting hoses to the water main. Some areas have restrictions against connecting directly to public drinking water supply to prevent the feedback of chemicals into the drinking water supply.

  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION W A R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. W A R N I N G Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or any electrical device.
  • Page 17 OPERATION STARTING ANd STOPPING THE PRESSURE WASHER C A U T I O N : Do not run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on. ■ Connect the garden hose. ■ Turn the garden hose on then squeeze the high pressure trigger to relieve air pressure. Once a steady stream of water appears, release the trigger.
  • Page 18 OPERATION USING THE SPRAY WANd TRIGGER For greater control and safety, keep both hands on the pressure washer gun at all times. ■ Pull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressure washer. ■ Release the trigger to stop the flow of water through the spray wand. TO ENGAGE THE LOCK-OUT (See Figure 8-1.) ■...
  • Page 19 OPERATION CHANGING THE SPRAY TIP (See Figure 9.) W A R N I N G NEVER change spray tips without engaging the lock-out on the trigger handle and NEVER point the wand at your face or at others. The quick-connect feature contains small springs that could eject the spray tip with some force.
  • Page 20 OPERATION OPERATING THE PRESSURE WASHER (See Figure 10.) Use only detergents designed for pressure washers. Soap is applied under low pressure high volume for optimum performance. Soap can not be applied under high pressure with this machine. To clean: ■ Install the soap attachment on the spray wand. ■...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE W A R N I N G When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. W A R N I N G Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine,turn off the unit, unplug from the outlet, pull trigger to release water pressure and disconnect the high pressure hose.
  • Page 22 MAINTENANCE SPRAY TIP MAINTENANCE (See Figure 11.) Excessive pump pressure (a pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the trigger) may be the result of a clogged or dirty spray tip. Fig. 11 ■ Unplug the pressure washer. ■ Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure. ■...
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE QUICK WINTERIZING PROCEdURE If you cannot do the Optimum Winterizing procedure, you can still protect your pressure washer from winter damage by doing below: ■ Disconnect all water connections. ■ Turn on the machine for a few second, until the remaining water in the pump exits. Turn off immediately. ■...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION On/Off switch is Turn switch to the “ON” ( | ) position. Squeeze gun in the “OFF” (O) trigger. position. Power cord is not Plug in power cord. plugged in. Extension cord is too long. Replace extension cord with either a 25’...
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Filter on detergent Run warm water through the filter to remove build suction tube is clogged. Unit does not reach Damaged or clogged Remove obstruction or replace detergent suction high pressure. detergent suction tube. (continued) tube.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Supply voltage below Verify that only the pressure washer is running on minimum. this circuit. System has residual Turn unit “OFF”, squeeze trigger on spray wand to pressure. release pressure, then turn unit “ON”. Voltage loss due to Unplug any extension cords attached and plug the Motor buzzes but fails unit directly into the outlet.

  • Page 27: Warranty

    GREENWORKS™ hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase, for a period of one (1) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer.

  • Page 28: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW EN - 27...

  • Page 29: Parts List

    PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. dESCRIPTION 341091639 Switch knob 341041639 Performance label panel 341031639 Front panel 341011639 Front housing 311161639 Switch box cover assy 363021628 Power switch 311151639 Motor & pump assy 32202847 Screw ST4.2*15-F 3410801 Power cord clamp 34222302 Power cord grommet 34211319...
  • Page 30 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. dESCRIPTION 31901677 Water inlet filter 33307671 Upin 311171639 Water outlet connector assy 33201671 Spray cleaner 31203670 High pressure hose assy 31111368 Low pressure soap bottle 312011639 Gun wand assy 312021639 Gun handle assy 349011639 Outlet connector seal gasket 32210302A Screw ST3.5*12...
  • Page 31 TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Rev: 01 (16-06-11)

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