GRIOTS GARAGE BF302 THE BOSS Foam Cannon User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- GRIOTS GARAGE
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GRIOTS GARAGE BF302 THE BOSS Foam Cannon
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please carefully read, understand, and follow all safety information in this manual prior to and during the use of this tool. Keep these instructions handy for future reference.
INTENDED USE
The Griot’s Garage THE BOSS'” Foam Cannon is designed to be used as a cleaning tool. It combines a high-pressure flow of water mixed with air and a detergent to deliver rich clinging foam. Do not exceed water pressures higher than 5,000 psi and always wear appropriate safety equipment. Use in any unapproved manner or with inappropriate chemicals could lead to unsafe operating conditions.
GENERAL TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Warning: Please read, understand, and follow all safety information
contained in these instructions prior to the use of this tool. Failure to
follow the warnings
and instructions may result in serious injury. The term “tool” in the warnings
refers to your Griot’s Garage THE BOSS™ Foam Cannon. Retain these instructions
for future reference.
Work Area Safety
- Keep work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
- Keep children and bystanders away while operating the tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
- Use caution while walking on wet surfaces.
Personal & Tool Usage Safety
To reduce the risk associated with high-pressure water and other mechanical
forces, everyone using, installing, repairing, maintaining, changing
accessories on, or working near this tool must read and understand these
instructions before performing any such task.
- Practice safety requirements. Work alert, have proper attire, and do not operate tools under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Operators and other personnel must always wear protection for eyes and ears when in the work area or while operating a pressure washer unit. Follow your employer’s
- safety policy for PPEs and/or ANSI Z87.1 or local/national standards for eye-wear and other personal protective equipment requirements.
- The tool creates reactive forces on spray attachment in a direction opposite to the direction of the spray (recoil or kickback). Hold the spray attachment firmly with both
- hands in order to control the reactive forces.
- Your pressure washer causes considerable noise pressure. Please wear hearing protection in order to avoid potentially damaging sound exposure.
- Chemical detergents may contain harmful (toxic, caustic, irritant), flammable or explosive substances. In the event of skin or eye contact with detergent, flush the affected
- body parts with plenty of clean water immediately. If detergent is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Consult the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for
- warnings, instructions, and medical responses.
- NEVER point THE BOSS'” Foam Cannon towards the face or body of you or anyone else.
- Never operate THE BOSS™ Foam Cannon with more than 5,000 psi.
- Keep THE BOSS™ Foam Cannon out of reach of children.
- This tool must not be modified.
- Always disconnect tool from pressure washer lance prior to adding detergent, making changes to metering tips, or repairing.
USAGE
A pressure washer featuring a minimum of 1.8 GPM flow and 1,100 psi or 1,980 CU (Cleaning Units = GPM x psi) is required for the cannon to function as intended.
Warning: Check to ensure the tool is compatible with your pressure washer’s operating specifications. Must not exceed the maximum pressure, flow, and temperature ratings of the product.
SETUP
Determine the adaptor type your equipment requires. We offer the two most common adaptors manufactured in fine stainless steel:
- Stainless Steel Threaded Direct Adapter: Dual-threaded – M22-%M Item# 81240B
- Stainless Steel Quick Disconnect Coupler: 11,” Male Item # 81240A
Both adapters feature pre-installed red pipe thread sealant. Simply thread into the cannon and securely tighten using a 14mm or 91is” Box Wrench.
DETERGENT DISPENSING METHOD
THE BOSS'” Foam Cannon features two detergent dispensing methods:
Auto-Mix Method Remove jar from cannon, pour the concentrate into a jar, or screw-on Griot’s Garage 35oz. bottle to internal cap threads. Select the appropriate metering tip from the chart on the back page and insert it snugly into the pick-up ball at the bottom of the poly tube.
Note: Tip will be dependent on the type of pressure washer you have. (See AUTO-MIX tip recommendation chart below)
Manual-Mix Method Dispensing of pre-mixed, ready-to-use (RTU) solution (Water: Detergent). This is the typical method, requiring the user to pre-mix a concentrate prior to use. Traditional products require 2-3 ounces of concentrate, while BOSS'” Foaming System products are to be diluted 20:1, using 1.6oz of concentrate to water (32oz). See the reference chart of common applications of Griot’s Garage products on the back page.
MAINTENANCE
Caution: With poor maintenance, failure may occur following one use.
Following every use, prior to storage, rinse the cannon thoroughly with clear
water. Rinse cup out and add clear water, then run cannon until foam ceases
and Is no longer visible. Failure to thoroughly flush the cannon will lead to
premature failure of the stainless steel foaming mesh.
SERVICE
Should the foam cannon’s foam output diminish or seize during normal
operation, the Stainless Steel Foaming Mesh will require replacement. Use
Griot’s Garage replacement parts only – THE BOSS™ Foam Cannon REBUILD KIT –
Item# BFKIT.
AUTO-MIX METHOD TIP RECOMMENDATION CHART
Pressure Washer| PSI Rating| Cleaning Units (CU)| Tip Color
Gas-Powered Pressure Washer| 2,200 – 5,000 psi| 4,000- 27,500| Pink
Electric Pressure Washer| 1,100 – 2,200 psi| 1,980 – 4,000| Purple
Maximum Foam (pressure washer)| | | Aqua
MANUAL-MIX METHOD RATIOS USING 33.8 OZ JAR
Product| Dilution Ratio| Water (oz.)| Concentrate (oz.)
BOSS™ Foaming Surface Prep| 20:1| 32| 1.6
BOSS™ Foaming Surface Wash| 20:1| 32| 1.6
BOSS™ Foaming Poly Gloss| 20:1| 32| 1.6
Iron & Fallout Remover| RTU| 0| 33.8
Super-Concentrated Car Wash| 15:1| 30| 2
Brilliant Finish'” Car Wash| 10:1| 30| 3
Best of Show'” Wash & Wax| 10:1| 30| 3
Convertible Top Cleaner| 10:1| 30| 3
Product Use
All statements, usage recommendations, and technical information contained in
this manual are based on tests or development that Griot’s Garage has deemed
reliable. However, many factors beyond Griot’s Garage’s control can affect the
use and performance of this Griot’s Garage product in a certain application,
including conditions under which the Griot’s Garage product is used and the
time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to perform.
Since these factors are uniquely in the user’s knowledge and control, it
is the responsibility of the user to evaluate the Griot’s Garage product to
determine whether it is suitable for a particular purpose and the user’s
method of application
Warranty
- Griot’s Garage Lifetime Guarantee – Griot’s Garage will repair or replace any defective tool, without charge, due to faulty materials or workmanship for the working life of
- the tool, subject to certain exclusions below.
- Six Month Satisfaction Guarantee – We want you to enjoy our quality product and have fun with it! If you’re not 100% satisfied for any reason within six months of
- purchase, return it to point of sale with proof of purchase for a full refund or credit.
Exclusions
- Griot’s Garage Lifetime Guarantee does not cover damage caused by failure to follow the recommended maintenance, misuse, alteration, or abuse. Normal wear and tear is
- not considered a defect, therefore part failure which may occur as the result of ordinary use is excluded from coverage.
- NOTE: Failure to properly flush unit following use,
- leading to clogged Stainless Steel Foaming Mesh is not covered under warranty. Replacement parts are available for purchase.
- • Griot’s Garage is not responsible for any incidental or consequential damages.
Disclaimer
Limitation of Liability. In no event shall the monetary liability of the
company exceed amounts that have actually been paid to the company. The
company shall not be liable for consequential, indirect, special, or
incidental damages under any circumstances, even if advised in advance of the
possibility of such damages.
Answers To Your Questions
To order additional air compressor accessories and products, or for a complete
selection of Griot’s Garage products, please call us at
800-345-5789, email us at
[email protected], or go to
www.griotsgarage.com. Have fun in your
garage!°
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