BSPP 1950 PSI Pressure Washer

8.Start engine according to instructions given in engine owner’s manual.

WARNING

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

•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.

CAUTION

Avoid fire from equipment tip over.

•Always use handle to lift equipment.

•NEVER pull on hoses to move equipment.

NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the “Fast” position when operating the pressure washer.

WARNING

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.

Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc. can catch fire.

•DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

•Allow equipment to cool before touching.

•The pressure washer must be at least 5 feet from structures having combustible walls and/or other combustible materials.

•Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of pressure washer for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

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 trapped pressure in hose to avoid injury.

NOTE: A small amount of water will squirt out when pressure is released.

WARNING

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

Spray gun retains high pressure when pressure washer is shut down, which can cause injury.

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

•Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve trapped pressure, every time you stop engine. Engage trigger lock on spray gun.

4.Engage trigger lock on spray gun when not in use.

How To Use Adjustable Nozzle

You now should know how to START your pressure washer and how to STOP it.The information in this section will tell you how to adjust the spray pattern and to apply detergent or other cleaning chemicals.

CAUTION

A pressure washer produces a high pressure spray which increases risk of injury and damage to unit.

•NEVER adjust spray pattern when spraying.

•NEVER put hands in front of nozzle to adjust spray pattern.

1.Slide nozzle forward to adjust spray to low pressure mode (Figure 9). Slide nozzle backward to achieve high pressure.

Figure 9 — Adjusting Nozzle for Pressure

Forward = Low Pressure

Backward = High Pressure

and Detergent Mode

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