2600 PSI Pressure Washer
CHECKLIST BEFORE
5.Attach nozzle extension to spray gun (Figure 7). Tighten by hand.
STARTING ENGINE
Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed all of the following.
1.Make sure handle is in place and secure.
2.Check that oil has been added to proper level in engine crankcase.
3.Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
4.Check for properly tightened hose connections.
5.Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or damage to the high pressure hose.
6.Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
7.Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your Pressure Washer” before using the pressure washer.
HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at
How to Start Pressure Washer
To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow these instructions
1.Place pressure washer near an outside water source capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than 3.5 gallons per minute more than pressure washer is rated for and no less than 20 PSI at pressure washer end of garden hose.
2.Check that high pressure hose is tightly connected to spray gun and pump. See “Preparing Pressure Washer for Use” for illustrations.
3.Make sure unit is in level position.
4.Connect garden hose to water inlet on pressure washer pump. Turn ON water.
CAUTION
DO NOT run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on.
•Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.
Figure 7 — Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun
6.Position nozzle in low pressure mode (slide nozzle forward) and squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve pressure caused by turning ON water.Water will flow out of gun in a thin stream. Continue to hold trigger until there is a steady stream of water and no air remains in system. Release trigger.
7.Engage safety latch to spray gun trigger (Figure 8).
Figure 8 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged
Safety Latch
8.Start engine according to instructions given in engine owner’s manual. Also see operating instructions tag located on the pressure washer.
CAUTION
Avoid injury from kickback.
•When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
•If engine starts and fails to continue to run or if increased resistance is felt during starting pull attempts, squeeze trigger on spray gun.
NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the “Fast” position when operating the pressure washer.
How to Stop Pressure Washer
1.Let engine idle for two minutes.
2.Turn engine off according to instructions given in engine owner’s manual.
3.Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve pressure in hose.
NOTE: A small amount of water will squirt out when pressure is released.
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