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.Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hose to base of spray gun (Figure 6).Tighten by hand.

Figure 6 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun

Connect high

pressure hose

here

NOTE: Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before attaching hoses.

2.Attach other end of high pressure hose to high pressure outlet on pump (Figure 7).Tighten by hand.

Figure 7 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump

3.Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet screen (Figure 8). Clean screen if it contains debris or replace if damaged. Refer to “O-Ring Maintenance” section if inlet screen is damaged. DO NOT run pressure washer if inlet screen is damaged.

Figure 8 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet

Inspect inlet

screen, DO

NOT use if

damaged, clean

if dirty.

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 garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length) to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 8).

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’ shut-off connector or other convenience-type water shut-off valve.

Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.

6.Turn ON water, point gun in a safe direction and squeeze trigger to purge pump system of air and impurities.

WARNING

High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other particles to become airborne.

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.

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 Pressure Washer” before using pressure washer.

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