JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH (01) PDF Document

A minimum of 77 octane fuel is recommended for use with the JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that may be used within 30 days. Use of clean, fresh lead free gasoline is recommended. Leaded gasoline may be used if lead-free is unavailable. Do not use gasoline containing methanol or alcohol.

On initial start up, add 20 oz. of oil to the engine. The oil level must be checked each time thereafter before starting the engine.

The JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH requires a water supply hose that is a quality grade of garden hose measuring at least 3/4 inch inside diameter and no longer than 50 feet. Water pressure must be a minimum of 20 PSI and a maximum of 125 PSI. Incoming GPM must be approximately one gallon more than the outgoing GPM stated on the pressure washer nameplate. Incoming water temperature must not exceed 125 degrees Fahrenheit.

It is essential to prime the pump on initial start up and each time the water supply is disconnected from the JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH after initial use. First, lay the high pressure hose out to remove any loops. Securely connect the gun assembly to the high pressure hose without the nozzle assembly attached. With the trigger gun locked in the off position, turn the water supply completely on. Pointing the gun in a safe direction, unlock the trigger gun and squeeze the trigger. Low pressure water will begin flowing from the hose and gun assembly, which allows the unit to prime and purge any air from the system. The unit is primed when water flow is uninterrupted by air. Once the unit is primed, release the trigger, lock the gun in the off position, and securely connect the nozzle assembly.

The JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH comes with the following nozzle types:

15 degree nozzle (yellow): This is a chiseling nozzle. The spray should be directed at a 45 degree angle to the surface and used like a scraper to remove paint, grease, and dirt. It is used for surface preparation such as removing mildew stains and paint chips.

25 degree nozzle (green): This is a flushing nozzle. This pattern is best suited for flushing dirt, mud, and grime. It is used for wet sweeping leaves from walks, curbs, and driveways, cleaning stable floors, washing swimming pool bottoms, and degreasing engines.

65 degree nozzle (black): This is a low pressure detergent application nozzle. This broad spray pattern distributes solution over vast areas under low pressure. It is used for detergent application, misting, or rinsing.

Prepare detergent solution according to label directions. Connect the detergent hose to the JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH. The detergent ratio is preset and cannot be adjusted. Immerse the detergent strainer into the detergent solution. With the trigger gun locked in the off position, move the nozzle cover at the end of the wand away from the trigger gun to engage the low pressure detergent mode. Unlock the trigger gun and squeeze the trigger to apply the solution. Apply from the bottom up to avoid streaking, and allow to soak briefly. To rinse, lock the trigger gun in the off position and pull the nozzle cover toward the trigger gun. Unlock the trigger gun and spray to rinse. After each use, siphon a gallon of water through the low pressure detergent injection system to prevent corrosion or residue buildup.

To shut down the JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH, first turn the engine off as directed in the engine manual. Turn the water supply off. Pointing the gun in a safe direction, trigger the gun momentarily to relieve any trapped pressure. Once pressure is relieved, disconnect the nozzle assembly, then disconnect and drain the gun, wand, and hoses. Wipe the unit clean and store in a safe, non-freezing area.

To prepare the JOHN DEERE HR-2410GH for subfreezing temperatures, first prime the unit according to standard startup procedures. Shut off the unit and water supply, then relieve system pressure by triggering the gun until water flow ceases. Lock the gun and remove the nozzle. Mix an environmentally safe antifreeze and water in a 5 gallon container according to the antifreeze manufacturer’s instructions. Remove the main water supply hose and attach a 3 foot hose to the inlet, submerging the other end into the antifreeze solution. Point the wand into an empty container and start the unit. Trigger the gun until the antifreeze begins to exit the wand. Release the trigger for 3 seconds, then trigger for 3 seconds, repeating until the antifreeze mixture is siphoned from the container. Stop the unit, detach the 3 foot hose, and disconnect the hose/gun/wand assembly to drain any excess antifreeze. Store in a non-freezing area.