STARTUP
Use this procedure whenever starting the pressure washer to help insure that the unit is ready to operate and starting is done safely.
1.Check oil levels.
Engine: Add SAE 30 or 10W±30 weight detergent oil as necessary.
Pump: Add SAE 20 or 30 weight non±detergent oil as necessary.
NOTE: Some units are equipped with a low±oil sensor that shuts the engine off if the oil level falls below a certain level. If the unit stops unexpectedly, check both the oil and the fuel levels. Check the oil level each time the unit is refueled.
2. Check fuel level.
WARNING
DO NOT refuel a hot engine. Refueling a hot engine could cause a fire. Use only fresh, clean regular or unleaded gasoline. Close the fuel shutoff valve during refueling.
3. Turn on the water supply.
CAUTION
Never run the unit dry. Costly damage to the pump will result. Always be sure the water supply is completely turned on before operating.
4.Trigger the gun until water sprays from the tip indicating that the air is purged from the system.
5.Open the fuel shutoff valve and be sure the spark plug ignition cable is pushed firmly onto the spark plug. On those units equipped with an ignition shutoff switch, the switch should be in the ªonº position. Throttle should be in the ªrunº position.
6.Start the engine.
NOTE: For easier starting, have one person start the pressure washer while another person triggers the spray gun.
If the engine is cold, completely close the engine choke. Grasp the starter rope, brace one foot on the pressure washer chassis and pull rope rapidly and firmly. Continue holding the rope as it returns. Pull and return the rope until the engine starts. In cool weather, the choke may have to be kept closed for 10 to 30 seconds before opening it to keep the engine running. Otherwise, open the choke as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine is warm, leave the choke open, or just partly close it. Start the engine as described in the preceding paragraph. When it starts, be sure to open the choke completely.
CAUTION
On recoil start engines, never let the starter rope return by itself. It could jam the recoil system.
7.ALWAYS engage the gun's trigger safety latch whenever you stop spraying, even for a moment, to reduce the risk of fluid injection or splashing in the eyes or on the skin if the gun is bumped or triggered accidentally.
8.ALWAYS observe the following CAUTIONS to avoid costly damage to the pressure washer.
CAUTION
DO NOT allow the pressure washer to idle for more than 10 minutes. Doing so may cause the recirculating water to overheat and seriously damage the pump. Turn off the pressure washer if it will not be spraying or cleaning at least every 10 minutes. If heated inlet water is used, reduce this time further.
DO NOT run the pump dry, which will quickly damage the pump. Be sure the water supply is fully turned on before starting the pump.
DO NOT operate the pressure washer with the inlet water screen removed. This screen helps keep abrasive sediment out of the pump, which could clog or scratch the pump. Keep this screen clean.
DO NOT pump caustic materials; such materials may corrode the pump components.
9.See the chemical injector or sandblaster kit manual for detailed cleaning information if these accessories are used.
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