John Deere GP-2700GH - Manual (Page 23)

Operator’s Manual 
Operation
START-uP
dAnGeR: RISK Of InjeCTIOn CAuSInG SeveRe InjuRy!
KeeP CleAR Of nOzzle! neveR PlACe HAnd
OR fInGeRS In fROnT Of nOzzle! dO nOT dIReCT
dISCHARGe STReAm AT PeOPle OR PeTS! be
CeRTAIn THe nOzzle IS SeCuRely COnneCTed TO
THe WAnd TO PRevenT ACCIdenTAl dISCHARGe!
WARnInG: dO nOT OPeRATe PReSSuRe WASHeR WHIle
veHICle IS In mOTIOn.
CAuTIOn: RISK Of dAmAGe. dO nOT AllOW SPRAy PATTeRn
TO RemAIn On A fIxed AReA fOR An exTended
PeRIOd Of TIme. POSSIble dAmAGe mAy OCCuR TO
THe AReA.
NOTE: Before initial startup of the GatorPal, both this manual and Gator
manual should be read and understood completely.
. Refer to the Safety Section before starting the unit. Locate the Safety Decals
on your unit and heed their warnings.
. Park the utility vehicle on a level surface, not a slope. Move trans-axle shift
lever to the “N” (Neutral) position and lock the park brake. Turn key switch to
the OFF position and remove key.
. With the gun locked in the “OFF” position, Point the gun away from yourself
or anyone else. Ensure the water supply is completely turned on.
4. Disengage the safety lock-off on the gun and squeeze the trigger. Low
pressure water will begin flowing from the nozzle.
5. be CeRTAIn the gun trigger remains in an open position while
starting the engine. Brace yourself as the gun will kickback from the
high pressure created by the pump once the engine has started.
6. Refer to the engine manual accompanying this pressure washer for the correct
procedures needed to start the engine.
7. Once the engine has started, perform the following procedures with the
gun trigger open:
a. Inspect for system oil leaks and fuel leaks. If a fuel leak is found,
TURN UNIT OFF IMMEDIATELY! Be sure that all damaged parts are
replaced and that the mechanical problems are corrected prior to
operation of the unit. If you require service, contact John Deere
Customer Service.
b. Inspect high pressure hoses for kinking, cuts and leaks. If a cut or
leak is found, DO NOT TOUCH HOSE AT LEAK!!! TURN UNIT OFF
IMMEDIATELY! Replace hose before restarting the unit. Be sure that
all damaged parts are replaced and that the mechanical problems are
corrected prior to operation of the unit. If you require service, contact
John Deere Customer Service.
8. Trigger the gun several times. be certain to LOCK the gun trigger in the
“OFF” position whenever changing the quick connect nozzles. NEVER
look directly into the nozzle! High pressure water creates a risk of severe
injury!
9. Do not allow unit to operate in bypass mode (with trigger closed) for more
than three minutes without triggering the gun. Failure to follow this simple
rule can cause premature failure of pump packing seals, resulting in
costly pump repair.
0. Because your pressure washer delivers a high pressure spray and a
variety of spray patterns, there are many cleaning jobs that can be done
without the use of detergents.