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GP-2700GH, GP-2700GS
GP-3000GH, GP-3000GS
GatorPal
Operator’s Manual
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Introduction THANK YOU for purchasing a John Deere product. WRITE SERIAL NUMBER in the Specification or Identification Numbers section. Accurately record all READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate the numbers to help in tracing the machine should it be and service your machine correctly. Failure to do so stolen. Your dealer also needs these numbers when could result in personal injury or equipment damage. you order parts. File the identification numbers in a This manual and
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Contents Page Safety .................................................................................. 4 Controls ........................................................................... Installation ........................................................................ 4 Preparation ......................................................................... 5 Operation ............................................................................ Troubleshooting ..............
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Safety ReCOGnIze SAfeTy InfORmATIOn This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. undeRSTAnd SIGnAl WORdS A signal word--DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION--is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards. DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near specific hazards. General precautions are listed on CA
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CARbOn mOnOxIde - POISOnOuS GAS use the unit outdoors, away from open windows, vents, or doors. The unit’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide - a poisonous gas that can kill you. you CAn nOT smell or see this gas. This unit was designed for outdoor use only. NEVER operate this unit in an enclosed area. ALWAYS make certain there is adequate air (oxygen) for combustion as well as ventilation to prevent the presence of poisonous carbon monoxide gases. Beware of poorly ventilated areas or e
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PROTeCT AGAInST HIGH PReSSuRe SPRA y Spray from high pressure nozzles can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury. Keep spray from contacting hands or body. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any high pressure spray injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable medical source. Such information is available from Deere & Company Medical Departme
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ImPORTAnT SAfeTy InSTRuCTIOnS dAnGeR: RISK Of InjeCTIOn OR SeveRe CuTTInG InjuR y! KeeP CleAR Of nOzzle! dO nOT dIReCT dISCHARGe STReAm AT PeRSOnS OR PeTS! Only TRAIned OPeRATORS SHOuld uSe THIS PROduCT . When operating this unit, basic precautions should always be observed including the following: . Keep away from the spray: a. Because of the high pressure and velocity of the spray, fluids can penetrate the skin, causing serious injury. b. Never point the gun at your
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ImPORTAnT SAfeTy InSTRuCTIOnS When operating the vehicle with the GatorPal, basic precautions should always be observed including the following: . Before backing or turning, look behind and around the utility vehicle for children. . DO NOT operate pressure washer while vehicle is in motion . Safe operations requires your full attention. DO NOT wear radio or music headphones while operating this unit. 4. Drive very slowly when turning. 5. Always use brakes when going down a slope. Vehicle c
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AvOId TIPPInG CAuTIOn: ACCIdenTS ReSul TInG In SeRIOuS InjuR y OR deATH CAn OCCuR fROm TIPPInG THe uTIlITy veHICle WITH THe GATORPAl. . Drive very slowly when turning. Sharp turns could cause the utility vehicle to tip over. . Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes or on rough ground. . Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill. Be especially cautious when changing direction on slopes. 4. Stay alert for holes, rocks and other hidden hazards i
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mISCellAneOuS SAfeTy PReCAuTIOnS . NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR ADOLESCENTS TO OPERATE THIS UNIT! . Read and follow all handling, operations, maintenance and safety instructions listed in this manual and the Engine Operator’s manual that accompanies this unit, and provide such information to ANYONE who will be operating this unit. . In freezing temperatures, the unit must always be warm enough to ensure there is no ice formation in the pump. DO NOT start this unit if it has been transporte
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WeAR PROTeCTIve ClOTHInG Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises. Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating machine. PRePARe fOR emeRGenCIeS Be prepared if a fire start
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CAUTION/PRECAUCION RISK OF FIRE RIESGO DE FUEGE No ponga combustible cuando Do not add fuel when el producto este en operacion. product is operating. Allow Permita que el motor se enfrie engine to cool for two () por minutos antes de minutes before refueling. reablastecer de combustible. 4-0599-E/S-00600-ENG 34-0599 Location: Fuel Tank WARNING ADVERTENCIA RISK OF BURNS RIESGO DE QUEMAR EL AMORTIGUADOR Y LAS MUFFLER AND AREAS ADYACENTES PUEDEN ADJACENT AREAS TENER TEMPERATURAS POR
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Controls f G H d C e A b A--beltguard Cover C--engine e--Pressure Hose G--Tank lid b--Tank drain d--fuel Tank f--Hose Reel H--Water Tank Operator’s Manual
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Installation APPlICATIOn CHART NOTE: Only install GatorPal on Gator in accordance with Application Chart below. GATORPAl mOdelS GP-2700GH/GS GP-3000GH/GS GATOR mOdelS 100 ft. Hose 100 ft. Hose GATOR TS X GATOR TH 6x4 X GATOR HPX 4x4 X GATOR HPX 4x4 DIESEL X TRAIL GATOR HPX 4x4 X GATOR 6x4 DIESEL X M-GATOR UTILITY VEHICLE X InSTAllATIOn . Before installation, the brackets must be adjusted for the use of a bedliner. With Bedliner: Bolts on the pallet need to be at the top of the bracket sl
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Preparation SeT-uP . This unit should only be placed on a level surface to ensure proper lubrication for the engine and water pump while operating. NEVER spray water directly on the unit! . Do not use unit in an area: a. with insufficient ventilation. b. where there is evidence of oil or gas leaks. c. where flammable gas vapors may be present. dAnGeR: RISK Of exPlOSIOn OR fIRe! dO nOT PlACe unIT In An AReA WHeRe flAmmAble GAS v APORS mAy be PReSenT. A SPARK COuld CAuSe An
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Preparation enGIne fuel TAnK dAnGeR: RISK Of fIRe! dO nOT SmOKe WHIle fuelInG! dO nOT fIll THe fuel TAnK WHIle unIT IS RunnInG OR HOT. AllOW unIT And enGIne TO COOl fOR TWO mInuTeS befORe RefuelInG. dO nOT f Ill fuel TAn K TO POIn T Of OveRflOWInG AllOW APPROxImATely 1/4” Of TAn K SPACe f OR fuel exPAnSIOn. WARnInG: RISK Of ASPHyxIATIOn! dO nOT OPeRATe In An enClOSed AReA. uSe THIS PROdu CT Only In Well ven TIl ATed AReAS! THe exHAuST fROm THe enG
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Preparation lOCKInG Gun TRIGGeR CAuTIOn: Gun TRIGGeR SHOuld be lOCKed WHen nOT In uSe OR WHeneveR AdjuSTmenTS ARe beInG mAde TO Gun OR nOzzle. THIS WIll HelP A PRevenT ACCIdenTAl dISCHARGe Of HIGH PReSSuRe fluId. . Pivot lock (A) down to prevent trigger engagement. . Pivot lock up to release trigger. CHAnGInG nOzzle CAuTIOn: HIGH PReSSuRe SPRA y CAn CAuSe SeRIOuS InjuR y. KeeP AWAy fROm SPRAy. neveR POInT THe Gun AT yOuRSelf OR AnyOn
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Preparation 0° nOzzle-Red This nozzle is a blasting nozzle, delivering a concentrated stream of water. ImPORTAnT: Care must be used to avoid gouging wood or damaging fragile surfaces. Recommended uses are as follows: - Removing stains from concrete, masonry, aluminum and steel. - Remove weeds from sidewalk cracks. - Remove caked-on mud from equipment. - Clean lawn mower underdeck. 15° nOzzle-yellOW This nozzle provides a chiseling effect suitable for surface preparation. Th
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Preparation WATeR SuPPly GATORPAl IS deSIGned fOR THe uSe Of WATeR NOTE: When filling the water tank, DO NOT fill above the top line. Refer to the safety decal on the tank. (Fig. 7) Only! NOTE: The water selector valve must be completely opened in the Tank or Direct position before operating. TANK FEED: . Fill main water tank with water. d o not use detergent or chemicals. . Close lid. . Turn the water selector valve to the “TANK” position when using water from the tank. (Fig
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Preparation unlOAdeR CAuTIOn: RISK Of unIT dAmAGe! dO nOT OveRTIGHTen THe unlOAdeR. bReAKAGe COuld ReSul T In ImmedIATe lOSS Of WATeR PReSSuRe And COSTly RePAIRS. The unloader on your machine is equipped with an adjustment knob to adjust the pressure. Should less pressure be required, simply turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise. To set back to maximum, turn adjustment knob completely clockwise. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! THeRmAl RelIef v Alve To ensure the water temper
