Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump

NOTICE

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.

NOTE: Remove and discard the shipping caps from the pump’s high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching hoses.

1.Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hose to base of spray gun. Tighten by hand.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation.

•NEVER connect high pressure hose to nozzle extension.

•Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while system is pressurized.

•Always be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are correctly attached.

2.Attach other end of high pressure hose to high pressure outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.

3.Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet screen (A). Clean screen if it contains debris or have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT run pressure washer if inlet screen is damaged.

A

4.Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).

5.Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length) to the water inlet. Tighten by hand.

NOTICE

Damage to pump or water inlet connector will occur if a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check valve) is connected to pump.

•There MUST be at least ten feet (3M) of unrestricted garden hose between the pressure washer inlet and any device, such as a One Way Valve.

•Damage to equipment caused by attaching a One Way Valve to pump will void warranty.

6.Turn ON the water, press red button (B) on the gun and squeeze the trigger to purge the pump system of air and impurities.

B

WARNING

Risk of eye injury.

Spray can splash back or propel objects.

•Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in vicinity of where equipment is in use.

•Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing adequate safety goggles.

•NEVER substitute safety glasses for safety goggles.

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed all of the following.

1.Be sure to read the Operator Safety section and How to Use Your Pressure Washer in Operation section before using pressure washer.

2.Make sure handle is in place and secure.

3.Check that oil has been added to proper level in the engine crankcase.

4.Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

5.Check for properly tightened hose connections.

6.Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage to high pressure hose.

7.Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.

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