Pressure Washer
GENERAL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
The pressure washer warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual.
•Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your pressure washer.
•All maintenance in this manual and the engine owner’s manual should be made at least once each season.
•Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug, clean or replace the air filter and check the spray gun and adjustable nozzle extension assembly for wear.A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper
•If equipped with inflatable tires, keep the air pressure at the value marked on the tire or within 15 and 40 psi.
Before Each Use
1.Check engine oil level.
2.Check water inlet screen for damage.
3.Check
4.Check high pressure hose for leaks.
5.Check chemical injection hose and filter for damage.
WARNING! NEVER repair a high pressure hose. Replace it with another hose that exceeds the maximum pressure rating of your pressure washer.
Check Chemical Injection Hose
Examine the filter on the detergent tube and clean if clogged.The tube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting. Examine the tube for leaks or tears. Replace the filter or tube if either is damaged.
Check Gun and Adjustable Nozzle Extension
Examine the hose connection to the spray gun and make sure it is secure.Test the trigger by pressing it and making sure it “springs back” into place when you release it. Put the safety latch in the ON position and test the trigger.You should not be able to press the trigger.
Purge Pump of Air and
Contaminants
To remove air from the pump, follow these steps:
1.Set up pressure washer as described in “Preparing Pressure Washer For Use”. Connect water supply and turn water on.
2.Pull trigger on spray gun and hold.
6.Check spray gun and adjustable nozzle extension assembly for leaks.
7.Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris.
PRESSURE WASHER
MAINTENANCE
Check and Clean Inlet Screen
Examine the screen on the water inlet. Clean it if the screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged.
Check High Pressure Hose
The high pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking, or abuse. Inspect the hose each time before using it. Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, damage or movement of couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replace the hose immediately.
3.When water supply is steady and constant, engage safety latch.
To remove contaminants from the pump, follow these steps:
1.Set up pressure washer as described in “Preparing Pressure Washer For Use”. Connect water supply and turn water on.
2.Remove nozzle extension from spray gun.
3.Start engine according to instructions in “How To Use Pressure Washer”.
4.Squeeze trigger on spray gun and hold.
5.When water supply is steady and constant, engage safety latch and refasten nozzle extension.
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