H.E.R.O. PW2540BD-AC User manual

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H.E.R.O. Industries
a division of Middlefield Bancorp Limited
2719 Lake City Way,
Burnaby, B.C., Canada
Phone: ( 604 ) 420-6543 Fax: ( 604 ) 420-8725
Toll Free: 1-800-494-4376
E-mail: [e-mail] Website: //www.hero.ca
U.S. mail: P.O. Box 75, Custer, WA 98240-0052
PW2540BD-AC
PW3040BD-AC
PW3540BD-AC

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Table of Contents
Safety Instructions 3
Important Operating / Maintenance Precautions 3
Start-Up 4
Shutting Down 4
Trouble Shooting 5
Pump Service 6
Pump Schematic & Parts List, 9
Frame Schematic & Parts List, 10
Parts, Gun, Hose, & Accessories 11
Unloader Schematic & Parts List,
( Part Number PW-1195 )
8
Unloader & Chemical Injector Layout 7
WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service, for a period of two years from the date of
purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the Maintenance
and Operation Instructions supplied with the unit. The warranty does not cover
misuse or negligence.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. Hoses, spray guns,
wands and other accessories are warranted for 30 days. Warranty is void if
repairs are attempted by anyone other than an Authorized Service Center.
H.E.R.O. Industries liability under warranty is limited to repair of product and /
or replacement of parts, and is given to the purchaser in lieu of all other

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This book has important information for the use and safe
operation of this machine. Read and understand all warnings
Read all the instructions before using machine
To reduce risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when the machine
is used near children
Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure quickly. Be quite
familiar with the Stay alert! Watch what you are doing.
Keep operating area clear of all persons.
Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual.
Do not operate the machine when fatigued or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
To prevent fire hazard, do not use with or near inflammables such as;
gasoline, grain dust, solvents and thinners.
Never add gasoline to a hot engine as this can result in a fire or explosion.
Never direct spray at pressure washer unit.
Warning
Risk of injection or injury.
Do not direct discharge stream at persons or animals. The
high pressure water stream can cause injury or death!
WARNING - WHEN USING THIS MACHINE:
IMPORTANT OPERATION / MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Change oil in pump after the first 50 hours, then every 100 hours.
Use SAE30 Non-Detergent Motor oil.
Change engine oil as specified by the Honda. See Honda owners
manual.
Do Not run washer longer than 3 minutes with gun closed, as this can
result in damage to the seals. Heat generated by the re-circulating water
can damage seals.
Avoid freezing pump. Drain unit prior to storage, or run an antifreeze
solution through pump. Ensure the pump and hoses are completely bled
of all liquid.

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1. Verify that the vented YELLOW dip stick is installed in
pressure washer pump. Remove the RED shipping
plug
( if present ) from top of the pump and replace it with
the YELLOW oil level dipstick provided. Fig. 1
2. Before first use, check engine and pump oil levels.
Note: For shipping purposes, engine oil has not
been added.
Before each use, check engine oil level by unscrewing
the
oil dipstick. Add motor oil (consult Honda manual for
correct grade) as required to bring to proper level.
3. Check water supply volume. To operate correctly, the
unit requires a water supply 25% greater than the units
output.
4. Connect a standard garden hose to the water inlet or
bottom connection on the pump head ( Female hose
connector ). Fig. 2.
5. Connect the high pressure hose to the water “Outlet”
or upper connection on the pump head.
( Male quick connect nipple). Fig. 2.
6. Turn the un loader knob on top of the pump head counter-
clockwise to
reduce the pressure prior to starting the machine.
7. Select the desired tip for the job. Insert tip into quick-connect
fitting.
RED-0º, Narrow Fan, Direct or Concentrated Cleaning.
YELLOW - 15º, Medium Fan, General Use.
WHITE - 40º, Wide Fan, Soft Pattern, For Rinsing.
BLACK - 65º, Chemical Injector Tip. Must be used with
chemical
START-UP AND OPERATION INTRODUCTION
Fig. 1
Yellow
Red
10. Start the engine by following this procedure:
a. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON.
b. Turn the GAS to ON.
c. Turn the CHOKE to FULL.
d. Push the THROTTLE lever to the ON position.
e. Pull the STARTING cord.
f. Once the engine has started, turn the CHOKE until it is OFF,
11. Then trigger the gun and begin turning the red unloader knob in a clockwise direction as
far as it will turn. You should now have full pressure.
12. To reduce the pressure , turn the pressure control knob counter clock wise.
1. Turn engine switch to the OFF position.
3. Turn the throttle and gas levers to the OFF or Closed positions.
4. Shut OFF the water.
5. Trigger gun to remove any remaining pressure in the system.
6. Disconnect hose.
Outlet
Pressure
Control
Inlet
SHUTTING DOWN THE MACHINE AFTER USE.
Fig. 2
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
FAULT CAUSE REMEDY
Pump running normally
but pressure does not
achieve rated pressure.
Pump sucking air.
Valves worn or dirty.
Insufficient water flow.
Unloader valve packing
worn.
Nozzle incorrect or worn.
Check that hoses and fit-
tings are air tight.
Check, clean or replace.
Increase water supply.
Check and replace.
Check and replace.
Check and replace.
Fluctuating pressure Valves worn, dirty or
stuck.
Pump sucking air.
Worn piston packing.
Insufficient water flow.
Check, clean or replace.
Check that hoses and fit-
tings are air tight.
Check and replace.
Increase water supply.
May
require new water supply
Pressure drops after pe-
riod of normal use.
Nozzle worn.
Valves worn, dirty or
stuck.
Unloader valve packing
Check and replace.
Check, clean or replace.
Check, clean or replace.
Check and replace.
Pump noisy Pump sucking air.
Valves dirty or worn.
Worn bearings.
Water too hot.
Check that hoses and fit-
tings are air tight.
Check, clean or replace.
Check and replace if nec-
essary.
Presence of water in oil High humidity in air.
Piston packing and oil seal
worn.
Check and change oil
twice as often.
Check and replace.
Water dripping from under
pump.
Piston packing worn.
Worn piston seals
Cracked piston plungers
Thermal relief valve
Check and replace.
Oil dripping. Oil seal worn. Check and replace.
Engine will not start. Low fuel level.
Low oil level.
Worn spark plug.
Add fuel.
Add oil.
Replace.
Belts squealing. Belts loose. Tighten or replace.

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PUMP SERVICE
All inlet and discharge valves can be serviced without disrupting the inlet or discharge
plumbing. The inlet and discharge valves are identical on all H.E.R.O. models.
VALVE ASSEMBLIES
1. To service any valve, remove valve cap ( ref # 10 ) and extract valve assembly ( ref #
11 ).
2. Examine o-rings and replace if there is any evidence of cuts, abrasions or distortion.
3. Remove valve assembly ( ref # A-D ) from valve cavity.
4. Remove o-ring ( ref # 4 ) from valve cavity.
5. Only one valve kit is necessary to repair all the valves in the pump. The kit includes
new o-rings, valve seat, poppet, spring and retainer, ( ref # 4, A-D ) all pre-assembled.
6. Install new o-ring in valve cavity.
7. Insert assembly into valve cavity.
8. Replace valve cap ( ref # 10 ) and torque to 74 foot pounds.
4
A
10
9
D
C
B 11
11
9
10
1
3
2

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Item # Part # Description Qty
1 PW-1060 Inlet Filter Washer 1
2 PW-1155 3/8” X 1/4” NPT Hose Fitting 1
3 PW-1175 Garden Hose Inlet Manifold 1
4 PW-1185 Bypass Hose, 3/8” 1
5 PW-1205 Chemical Injector Only 1
6 PW-1052 Quick Disconnect Fitting, 3/8” Male 1
7 PW-1165 3/8” Bypass Hose Fitting 1
8 667-10 3/8” Male Connector 1
8
5
6
7
2
4 3
1
To Pump Outlet
To Pump Inlet
Water Inlet Point
Connect Garden
Hose Here
Water Inlet Point
Connect Garden
Hose Here
Chemical Injector
Inlet Point
Connect Injector
Hose Here
UNLOADER and CHEMICAL INJECTOR LAYOUT

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UNLOADER PW-1195
ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY
15 PW-60.0064.31 Piston Housing 1
16 PW-15.1021.00 Locking Pin 5
17 PW-60.0033.61 Blue Spring 1
20 PW-10.3213.08 O-Ring 1
21 PW-60.0052.31 Check Valve 1
22 PW-60.0053.51 S.S. Spring 2
23 PW-10.3070.02 O-Ring 1
24 PW-60.0059.31 Outlet Fitting 1
27 PW-60.0002.84 Plastic Plug 1
28 PW-11.4589.10 Zinc Nut 1
29 PW-60.0001.31 Insert 1
30 PW-60.0003.84 Plastic Knob 1
31 PW-14.3720.40 Washer 1
32 PW-11.4573.31 Brass Nut 2
ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY
1-40 PW-1195 Unloader ASSY
1 PW-60.0030.31 Inlet Fitting/Plug, 1
2 PW-10.3068.00 O-Ring 2
3 PW-60.0015.51 Ball Spring 1
4 PW-14.7461.00 Ball, S.S. 1
5 PW-10.3059.01 O-Ring 1
6 PW-60.0254.51 S.S. Seal 1
7 PW-60.0057.35 Brass Body 1
8 PW-60.0025.31 Plug 8
10 PW-10.4021.00 Backup Ring 2
11 PW-10.3175.08 O-Ring 2
12 PW-60.0061.23 S.S. Piston 2
13 PW-10.3170.08 O-Ring 1
14 PW-10.4020.00 Backup Ring 1

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Item # Part # Description
1 PW-47120841 Head
2 PW-99320600 Bolt
3 PW-96702000 Washer
4 PW-90384100 O Ring
9 PW-90384700 O Ring
10 PW-98222000 Cap
11 PWRKI001 Valve Kit
12 PW-99303900 Bolt
13 PW-47150122 Cover
14 PW-90391300 O Ring
15 PW-91837500 Bearing
16 PW-90162500 Oil Seal
17 PW-90912600 Bushing
18 PW-47010422 Crankcase
19 PW-98210600 Dip Stick
20 PW-47211984 Gasket
21 PW-47020635 Crankshaft
22 PW-90055700 C Clip
23 PW-91489000 Key Stock
24 PW-97738000 Piston Pin
25 PW-47050554 Piston Guide
26 PW-47030001 Connecting Rod
27 PW-99191200 Bolt
28 PW-47160422 Crank Case Cover
29 PW-97596800 Sight Glass
Item # Part # Description
30 PW-98204100 Drain Plug
31 PW-90358500 O Ring
32 PW-99309900 Bolt
33 PW-96701400 Washer
34 PW-96728600 Washer
35 PW-47040409 Piston
36 PW-90506700 Anti Extrusion Ring
37 PW-96728000 Washer
38 PW-47219566 Piston Bolt
39 PW-47150022 Cover
40 PW-97567800 Gasket
41 PW-90164800 Oil Seal
42 PW-90361600 O Ring
43 PW-47080570 Packing Retainer
44 PW-90270500 Packing
45 PW-47100051 Gland
46 PW-47216670 Intermediate Ring
47 PW-90518200 Long Life Ring
48 PW-47200074 Stand
49 PW-99364400 Bolt
50 PW-96710600 Washer
51 PW-98217600 Plug
52 PW-96751400 Washer
53 PW-98210000 Plug
54 PW-96738000 Washer
Repair Kits PW-RKI001 PW-RKI002 PW-RKI003 PW-RKI004 PW-RKI006 PW-RKI007 PW-RKI008 PW-RKI009 PW-RKI0010 PW-RKI0028
Items
Included 4,11 16 41 9,10 31,34,36
,37,38 45 44 46,47 42,43 42,43,44, 45,46,47
# of Pieces 6 each 3 2 6 each 3 each 6 6 3 3 1, See above
Kit 28
TS 1511
PARTS
4
PW-1075
THERMAL PROTECTIVE VALVE

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Item Part # Description QTY
1 PW-4340 CART WITH WHEELS, REF # 1 - 29 1
2 PW-4340-1301 BASE, LONG 1
3 PW-4340-1227 HANDLE, LONG 1
4 PW-4340-1226 HANDLE, SHORT 1
5 PW-4335-1225 PNEUMATIC WHEEL, 10 1/2" 2
6 PW-4340-1306 AXLE, 3/4" X 25" 1
7 PW-4340-1305 AXLE TUBE, 17 3/4" 1
8 PW-4340-1302 BACK PLATE, BELT GUARD 1
9 PW-4340-1303 COVER, BELT GUARD 1
10 PW-4340-1118 GROMMET, TIP HOLDING 4
11 PW-4340-1211 BOLT, CARRIAGE, 3/8" X 1" 2
12 PW-4340-1114 PAD, RUBBER 2
13 HW5055P WASHER, FLAT, 3/8" 6
14 PW-4340-1116 NUT, NYLOC 3/8" 2
15 PW-4340-1210 NUT, PUSH -ON 3/4" 2
16 PW-4340-1241 BOLT, CARRIAGE, 1/4-20" X 1" 11
17 PW-4340-1209 NUT, 1/4-12" NYLOC ( NOT SHOWN ) 13
18 PW-4340-1807 NUT, TINNERMAN, 10-24 8
19 PW-4340-1317 SCREW, 10-24 X 1/2" PAN HD, PHIL, 8
20 PW-4340-1314 WASHER, #10 NYLON 8
21 PW-4340-1313 WASHER, 1/4" FLAT 3
22 PW-4340-1307 BOLT, HX HD. 5/16"-24 X 1 - 1/2" 4
23 HW5055P WASHER, FLAT, 3/8" 4
Item Part # Description QTY
24 HW1086P BOLT, HX HD, 3/8" NC X 1-3/4" ( ENGINE ) 4
25 PW-4340-1381 SPACER, 5/16" X 3/4" 4
26 HW5063P WASHER, LOCK, 3/8" ( ENGINE ) 4
27 HW4052P NUT, HX HD, 3/8" ( ENGINE ) 4
28 PW-4340-1310 BOLT, HX HD, 1/4-20" X 1-1/2" 2
29 PW-4340-1312 BOLT, BENT, 3/8 ( FOR BELT TENSIONER ) 1
30 PW-4340-1139 ANCHOR 1
31 PW-4340-1312 NUT, HX HD, 3/8" 1
32 PW-3120-3803 PUMP PULLEY 2 BELT , 2540BD & 3040BD 1
PW-3125-3823 PUMP PULLEY, 3 BELT , 3540BD 1
33 PW-3120-3832 ENGINE PULLEY 1
34 PW-3120-3805 BELT, DRIVE, ALL MODELS 2 - 3
35 4-49 KEY, 3/16" SQ X 1-7/16" IN 2
36 PW-3120-3811 PUMP BUSHING, 2540BD & 3040BD 1
PW-3125-3854 PUMP BUSHING, 3540BD 1
37 PW-3120 KIT, 2 BELT PULLEY W/BELTS, 2540BD & 3040BD 1
PW-3125 KIT, 3 BELT PULLEY W/BELTS, 3540BD 1
38 PW-2515 9 HP ENGINE, 2540BD 1
PW-3015 11 HP ENGINE, 3040BD 1
PW-3052 13 HP ENGINE, 3540BD 1
39 PW-3090 PUMP, TS1511, ALL MODELS 1
40 PW-1195 UNLOADER, ALL MODELS 1
CHASSIS AND DRIVE ASSEMBLY
8
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
13
14 15
16
17
18
21
24
23
25
29
30
28
31
34
32
33
38
39
40
1
37
35
36
35
22

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ACCESSORIES
Part # Description
PW-1000 Heavy duty, pressure wash gun, 4000 psi
PW-1430 pressure wash gun with 36" Wand
PW-1010 Wand, with insulator, 36',
PW-1012 Wand, with insulator, 48',
PW-1014 Wand, with insulator, 79',
PW-1015 Wand, twin-lance, less fittings,
PW-1020 Strainer, chemical suction, c/w tubing, less fitting,
PW-1022 Fitting, chemical suction
PW-1415 Assembly, chemical injector hose, c/w brass fitting
PW-1045 Body, quick-disconnect, 1/4 brass, female
PW-1046 Body, quick-disconnect, 1/4 brass, male
PW-1047 Plug, quick-disconnect, 1/4 steel, male
PW-1048 Plug, quick-disconnect, 1/4 steel, female
PW-1050 Body, quick-disconnect, 3/8 brass, female
PW-1052 Body, quick-disconnect, 3/8 brass, male
PW-1055 Plug, quick-disconnect, 3/8 steel, male
PW-1057 Plug, quick-disconnect, 3/8 steel, female
PW-1180 3/8” Q.D body o-ring
38A/24 1/4” Q.D body o-ring
PW-1065 Gauge, 0-3000 psi
PW-1070 Gauge, 0-4000 psi
PW-1072 Gauge, 0-5000 psi
PW-1480 0-4000 psi pressure washer pump test gauge kit
PW-1062 Inline filter, use with PW-1060
PW-1060 Inlet filter washer
Part # Description
PW-1116 Sandblast kit, 2500 psi
PW-1117 Sandblast kit, 3000 psi
PW-5015 Pump oil, 1 Liter
PW-1100-6540 Black, soap nozzle, all models
PW-1100-00045 Red, 0° degree nozzle, 2540BD & 3040BD models only
PW-1100-15045 Yellow, 15° degree nozzle, 2540BD & 3040BD models only
PW-1100-40045 White, 40° degree nozzle, 2540BD & 3040BD models only
PW-1100-0004 Red, 0° degree nozzle, 3540BD models only
PW-1100-1504 Yellow, 15° degree nozzle, 3540BD models only
PW-1100-4004 White, 40° degree nozzle, 3540BD models only
PW-1416 Chemical injector assembly, 3000 psi
PW-1417 Chemical injector assembly, 3500 psi
PW-1418 Chemical injector assembly, 4000 psi
PWH-9206 6ft to 12ft Telescopic wand, 2 6ft poles
PWH-9306 6ft to 18ft Telescopic wand, 3 6ft poles
PWH-9208 8ft to 16ft Telescopic wand, 2 8ft poles
PWH-9308 8ft to 24ft Telescopic wand, 3 8ft poles
PWH-9408 8ft to 32ft Telescopic wand, 4 8ft poles
PW-9065 12" Internal low pressure, two jet, hard surface brush
PW-9067 12" Internal high pressure, two jet, hard surface brush
PW-9050 Stainless steel, gutter cleaner
PW-1470 Pressure washer hose, 50' x 3/8", c/w couplers, 4000 psi
PW-1425 Pressure washer hose, 50' x 3/8", c/w couplers, 3000 psi
PW-1030 Pressure washer hose, 50' x 3/8", less couplers, 3000 psi
PW-1235 Pressure washer hose, 50' x 3/8", less couplers, 4000 psi
PW-9065
PW-9067
PW-9050
PWFSC24
PW-1110
PW-1108
PW-1109
PW-1060
PW-1062
PWH-9206
PWH-9306
PWH-9208
PWH-9308
PWH-9408
PW-1045
PW-1047
PW-1046
PW-1048
PW-1050
PW-1052
PW-1057
PW-1055
PW-1480
PW-1065
PW-1070
PW-1072
PW-1057
PW-1050
PW-1030
PW-1235
PW-1470, PW-1425
PW-1055
PW-1015, PW-1014, PW-1212,
PW-1430
PW-1000
PW-1010
PW-1045
PW-1116
O°, 15°, 40°, & SOAP NOZZLES
PW-5015
PW-1416
PW-1417
PW-1418
PW-1180
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MODEL #
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