Section 3: Assembly
Add Engine Oil and Fuel
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
CAUTION
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure.
•Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.
•Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.
•Refer to engine operator’s manual and follow oil and fuel recommendations and instructions.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine
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 4).Tighten by hand.
Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
Connect high pressure hose here
2.Attach other end of high pressure hose to high pressure outlet on pump (Figure 5).Tighten by hand.
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Water Outlet
3.Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains debris or replace if damaged. Refer to
4.Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.
Figure 6 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
Inspect inlet screen. DO NOT use if damaged; clean if dirty.
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 6).
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’
•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 ensure 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 tightened hose connections.
5.Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or damage to the high pressure hose.
6.Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
7.Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your Pressure Washer” before using the pressure washer.
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