RIDGID RD80763 manual Adding oil to the engine, Adding gasoline to the Fuel tank, Funnel

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ASSEMBLY

adding oil to the engine

See Figure 10.

NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately 2 oz. of oil in the engine from testing. You must add oil to the engine before starting it the first time.

CAUTION:

Any attempt to start the engine without adding oil will result in engine failure.

nPlace pressure washer on a flat, level surface.

nUnscrew the oil cap / dipstick by turning counter- clockwise.

nUsing 4-stroke engine oil (SAE 30 or SAE 10W30), fill to the upper level of the oil filler neck (18 oz., 4-cycle engine oil provided).

nReplace the oil cap / dipstick and securely tighten.

NOTE: This engine has a total oil capacity of 20 oz. (.6 liters).

adding gasoline to THE FUEL tank

See Figure 11.

WARNING:

Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep away from ignition sources, handle outdoors only, do not smoke while adding fuel, and wipe up spills immediately.

When adding gas to the pressure washer, make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the pressure washer cool before adding gas. Always fill the fuel tank outdoors with the machine turned off.

NOTE: Use unleaded gas only. Do not mix oil with gas.

nTurn the engine switch to off ( O ) position.

nClose the fuel valve.

nBefore removing the fuel cap, clean the area around it. Remove the fuel cap.

nInsert a clean funnel into the fuel tank then slowly pour gasoline into the tank. Fill tank to approximately 1/2 in. below the top of the tank neck (this allows for fuel expansion).

nReplace fuel cap and tighten securely.

nClean up any spills before starting the engine.

 

FUNNEL

OIL CAP / 

 

DIPSTICK

Fig. 10

 

FUNNEL

FUEL CAP

Fig. 11

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual RD80763/RD80964Table of Contents IntroductionImportant Safety Instructions Read ALL InstructionsSpecific Safety Rules Symbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONService Symbol Signal MeaningFeatures Product SpecificationsMax. rating determined by Pwma Standard RecoilAssembly Attaching the rear panel Handle Torx Screw Rear panelAxle Washer wheel hitch pinAttaching the wheel assembly Support FootAttaching the trigger handle rest Raising and Lowering the handleConnecting high pressure hose to Assembling the trigger handleAttaching the auxiliary handle Trigger HandleAdding oil to the engine Adding gasoline to the Fuel tankFunnel OIL CAP /  Dipstick FunnelConnecting the garden hose to the pressure washer Connecting the high pressure hose to the pumpOperation To connect the garden hose to the machineEngine Switch ApplicationsStarting and stopping the pressure washer See Figures 14Using the spray wand trigger Using the NozzlesOperation SeeWashing with detergent See Figures 20Rinsing with the pressure washer Moving the pressure washerMaintenance General MaintenanceCleaning the air filter AIR Filter CoverNozzle maintenance Changing the OILChecking a fouled spark plug Pump maintenance Storing the pressure washerPreparing for use after storage Troubleshooting Problem Cause SolutionPage Warranty Federal Emissions Component Defect WarrantyGeneral Emissions Warranty Coverage High Altitude Engine Operation Limited 3 Year Engine Warranty for Ridgid Pressure Washer Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty from Subaru RobinWarranty Periods Rely on Subaru Robin ReliabilityRidgid Pressure Washer 3 Year Limited Warranty What is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited WarrantyWhat is not Covered HOW to Obtain ServiceCustomer Service Information RD80763 / RD80964Model No RD80763 / RD80964 Serial No