5.Switch the motor to the START position by loosening the speed control lever locking bolt, moving the mechanism downward, and retightening the bolt next to the word "START" (Figure 5, Page 10).
6.Open the fuel valve by rotating the lever clockwise until it is vertical (Figure 14).
Fuel Valve
Figure 14. Fuel valve in open position.
7.Squeeze the spray gun trigger until a steady stream of water comes out, then release.
8.Unlock the compression release lever by pulling the start rope until resistance is felt.
9.Push the compression release lever down until it latches.
10.Pull the start rope handle with forceful, but even pressure, or turn the electric start switch to start the motor.
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11.Allow the motor to run for at least two minutes to achieve normal operating temperature, then set the speed control lever to the desired speed.
H8191 3600 PSI Diesel Pressure Washer
12.Pull the trigger on the spray gun to release pressurized water and begin spraying.
Note: If the motor does not start after several pulls of the start rope or brief turns of the start switch, repeat the starting instructions from Step 7. If you are still unable to start the motor, refer to Troubleshooting on Page 22.
NOTICE
Never allow the motor to run for more than five minutes without pulling the trigger on the spray gun to release water. Failure to follow this instruction can damage the pump and void the warranty.
Shutdown Procedure
To shut down the pressure washer:
1.Release the spray gun trigger and return the spray gun to the bracket on the washer handle.
2.Allow the motor to run without pulling the spray gun trigger for 4 minutes.
3.Switch the motor to the STOP position by loosening the speed control lever locking bolt, moving the mechanism upward, and retightening the bolt next to the word "STOP" (Figure 5).
4.Close the fuel valve by rotating the lever counterclockwise until it is horizontal.
5.Shut off the water at the spigot, or remove the input line from the water if drawing from a standing source. Purge the pressure from the system by pulling the spray gun trigger.
NOTICE
To reduce the risk of damaging engine components, DO NOT stop the engine abruptly when it is running under load. NEVER attempt to stop the motor with the compression release lever.