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Section 3: Assembly
NOTE:Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before
attaching hoses.
2. Similarly,attach other end of high pressure hose to the
high pressure outlet on pump.Pull down on collar of
quick connect,slide onto pump and let go of collar. Pull
on hose to be sure of a tight connection.
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet,inspect
inlet screen (Figure 5).Clean screen if it contains
debris or replace if damaged.Refer to the section
“O-Ring Maintenance” if inlet screen is damaged.
DO NOTrun pressure washer if inlet screen is
damaged.
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 5).
6. Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
purge pump system of air and debris.

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit’s assembly to confirm you have performed
all of the following:
1. Make sure handle is secure.
2. Make sure oil dipstick is installed into pump.
3. Check for properly tightened hose connections.
4. Check to make sure there are no kinks,cuts, or
damage to high pressure hose.
5. Check that oil has been added to proper level in
engine crankcase.
6. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
7. Provide a proper water supply (not to exceed 100°F).
8. Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your
Pressure Washer” before using pressure washer.
Inspect inlet
screen.DO NOT
use if damaged;
clean if dirty.
Figure 5 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
Connect high
pressure hose
here.
Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
CAUTION
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
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’ shut-off connector or other
convenience-type water shut-off valve.
• 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.
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
WARNING