MAINTENANCE
When performing maintenance, you
may be exposed to hot surfaces, water pressure, or moving parts that can cause serious injury or death!
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W IRE , LE T E NGINE COOL AND RE LE ASE
ALL W ATE R P RE SSURE . THE E NGINE CONTAINS flAM M ABLE FUE L. DO NOT
SM OKE OR W ORK NE AR OP E N flAM E S W HILE P E RFORM ING M AINTE NANCE .
To ensure efficient operation and longer life of your pressure washer, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. If the pressure washer is used in unusual conditions, such as
ENGINE
Consult the Engine Owner's Manual for the manufacturer's recommendations for any and all maintenance.
PUMP
The pump on this unit is maintenance free and requires no oil. If there is a problem with the pump call
NOZZLE CLEANING
If the nozzle becomes clogged with foreign matter, such as dirt, excessive pressure may develop. If the nozzle becomes partially clogged or restricted, the pump pressure will pulsate. Clean the nozzle immediately using the nozzle kit supplied and the following instructions:
1.Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water supply.
2.Disconnect spark plug wire to ensure the unit will not start while performing maintenance.
3.Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve any water pressure.
4.Disconnect the wand from the gun.
5.Remove the nozzle from the end of the wand with the 2mm hex key provided as shown in Fig. 20.
Fig. 20
6.Clean the nozzle using the nozzle cleaner provided or a straightened paper clip. Insert into the nozzle end and work back and forth until obstruction is removed. (see Fig. 21)
Fig. 21
7. | Direct water supply into nozzle |
| end to backflush loosened particles |
| for 30 seconds. (see Fig. 22) |
Fig. 22 | |
8. | Reconnect spark plug wire |
9. | Reassemble the nozzle to |
| the wand. Tighten securely to |
| prevent leaks. |
10. | Reconnect wand to gun and |
| turn on water supply. |
11. | Start pressure washer and |
| place wand into high pressure |
| setting to test. |
A08989 | 14- ENG |