Section 3: Assembly
Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump
IMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must assemble the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses before you start the engine.
1.Attach one end of high pressure hose to high pressure outlet on pump (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.
Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
2.Attach other end of hose to base of spray gun (Figure 5).Tighten by hand.
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
Connect high pressure hose here
4.Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.Turn off water.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
5.Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length) to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 6).
CAUTION
There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden hose between the pressure washer inlet and any flow shut off device, such as a ‘Y’
•Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.
6.Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to purge pump system of air and impurities.
WARNING
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other particles to become airborne.
•Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in vicinity of where equipment is in use.
•Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing adequate eye protection.
3.Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains debris, replace if damaged. DO NOT RUN PRESSURE WASHER IF SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
Figure 6 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
Inspect inlet |
screen, DO |
NOT use if |
damaged, clean |
if dirty. |
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit’s assembly to confirm 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 attached hose connections.
5.Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage to 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 pressure washer.
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