Pressure Washers

Operation (Continued)

TURBO LANCE (NOT INCLUDED WITH ALL MODELS)

A turbo lance is equipped with a permanently attached nozzle . This nozzle, sometimes referred to as a rotary nozzle, can significantly reduce cleaning time. The turbo nozzle combines the power of a narrow high impact stream with the efficiency of a 25 degree fan pattern. The turbo nozzle swirls a narrow high impact stream into a cone shape to clean a larger area.

NOTICE

Since a turbo nozzle uses a narrow high

impact stream, only use a turbo lance in

 

applications where the cleaning surface cannot be damaged by narrow high impact spray. The turbo nozzle is NOT adjustable and cannot be used to apply detergent.

4. Detergent Application

USE THE INSTRUCTIONS APPROPRIATE FOR MODEL PURCHASED

NOTE: Use only detergents formulated for pressure washers.Test detergent in an inconspicuous area before use.

 

NOTICE

 

Never slide the nozzle from low to high

 

 

pressure or from high to low pressure when

the gun is triggered.

 

DETERGENTS

The use of detergents can dramatically reduce cleaning time and assist in the removal of difficult stains. Many detergents are customized for pressure washer use on specific cleaning tasks. Pressure washer detergents are as thick as water.

Using thicker detergents – like dish soap – will clog the chemical injection system and prevent the application of the detergent.

Once applied to a cleaning surface, detergents take time to break down dirt and grime. Detergents work best when applied at low pressure.

You can effectively clean surfaces by combining the chemical action of detergents with high pressure rinses. On vertical surfaces, apply the detergent starting at the bottom and work your way upward. This method prevents the detergent from sliding down and causing streaks. Begin high pressure rinsing at the bottom and work your way upward. On particularly tough stains, use a brush in combination with detergents and high pressure rinsing.

Gasoline Powered Units Equipped with Adjusting Nozzle

A. MODELS WITH DETERGENT TANKS

1.Follow manufacturer’s label directions for mixing correct concentrations of soap/detergents. The soap/detergent to water ratio through the pump is approximately 12% (1 to 8).

2.Pour detergent into the detergent tank. The tank capacity is 1.5 gallons (5,67 liters).

3.Place hand around the spraying end section of the lance (the section that turns from left to right). Pull firmly and quickly away from you. (NOTE: Do not adjust lance while spraying.) The lance will extend 1/2” and be in low pressure (see Figure 18). Soap can only be drawn in low pressure.

Low Pressure

Nozzle

High Pressure

Figure 18 - Adjusting nozzle for pressure

B. MODELS WITHOUT DETERGENT TANKS

1.Follow manufacturer’s label directions for mixing correct concentrations of soap/detergents. The soap/detergent to water ration through the pump is approximately 12% (1 to 8).

2.Insert the filter end of the clear plastic detergent tube into the detergent container.

3.Place hand around the spraying end section of the lance (the section that turns from left to right). Pull firmly and quickly away from you. (NOTE: Do not adjust lance while spraying.) The lance will extend 1/2” and be in low pressure (see Figure 18). Soap can only be drawn in low pressure.

GENERAL CLEANING TIPS

1.Apply the detergent so that it thoroughly covers the cleaning surface. Apply the detergent from bottom to top to prevent the detergent from sliding down and streaking. Wait a couple of minutes for the detergent to break down the dirt and grime. Use a brush to lightly scrub heavily soiled areas. Never allow the detergent to dry on the cleaning surface.

2.To rinse or to return the nozzle to high pressure, release the trigger and slide the nozzle to the high pressure setting.

 

Never make the nozzle pressure adjustment

NOTICE

with the gun triggered. Adjusting the high-

 

low nozzle when the gun is triggered can result in damage to the seals in the nozzle.

3.After using detergents, flush the suction system by placing the detergent suction tube into a bucket of clean water or rinse out tank.

5. Cleaning Power

You can control the cleaning power of your pressure washer in two ways:

1.Adjust the spray pattern at the nozzle. Choose the widest pattern possible for spraying when starting the job and adjust the pattern to a narrower angle until you find a suitable pattern.

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