operation
washing with detergent
See Figure 17.
Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; house- hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents, flam- mable material, or industrial grade solutions can damage the pump. Many detergents may require mixing prior to use. Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the solution bottle.
nInstall the black nozzle on the spray wand.
nPlace the detergent hose into the detergent container.
nSpray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even, overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow detergent to dry on the surface.
Before shutting off the engine:
nPlace the injection hose in a bucket of clean water.
nFlush for 1 - 2 minutes (spray clear water through the spray wand).
nShut off the engine.
NOTE: Shutting OFF ( O ) the engine will not relieve pressure in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
rinsing with the pressure washer
nTurn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
nEngage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.
nRemove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then pulling back the
nSelect the right nozzle for the job:
•Use medium pressure nozzle (green) for items such as a car or boat.
•Use higher pressure nozzle for jobs such as stripping paint and degreasing the driveway. When using these nozzles, test a small area first to avoid surface damage.
nStart at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down, overlapping the strokes.
MOVING the pressure washer
See Figure 18.
NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the moving handle.
nTurn the pressure washer off.
nTilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels then roll the machine to the desired position