To reduce the risk of injury, read the pressure washer instruction manual and the engine instruction manual
before starting pressure washer.
Risk of fluid injection and laceration. When using the high- pressure setting, DO NOT allow the
come in contact with unprotected skin, eyes, or with any pets or animals. Serious injury will occur.
•Your washer operates at fluid pressures and velocities high enough to penetrate human and animal flesh, which could result in amputation or other serious injury. Leaks caused by loose fittings or worn or damaged hoses can result in injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a physician immediately!
Risk of Fire, Asphyxiation and Burn. NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling
fuel tank.
•NEVER fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/2" (12.7 mm) below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from engine and equipment before starting engine.
•NEVER run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
•DO NOT let hoses come in contact with very hot engine muffler during or immediately after use of your pressure washer. Damage to hoses from contact with hot engine surfaces will NOT be covered by warranty.
Risk of property damage. NEVER pull water supply hose to move pressure washer. This could damage hose and/or
pump inlet.
•DO NOT use hot water, use cold water only.
•NEVER turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to pump will result.
•DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a time. Pump operates in bypass mode when spray gun trigger is not pressed. If pump is left in bypass mode for more than two minutes internal components of the pump can be damaged.
If you do not understand these precautions, please call
STARTING
Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for proper starting procedure.
1. In a well ventilated outdoor |
area add fresh, high quality, |
unleaded gasoline with a pump |
3.Connect the water hose to the water source. Turn the water source on to remove all air from the hose. When a steady stream of water is present, turn the water source off.
octane rating of 86 or higher. Do |
not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel |
before starting the engine. Refer to |
Engine Owners Manual for correct |
procedure. |
2. Check engine oil level. See |
4.Verify the filter screen is in water inlet of pump. NOTE: Cone side faces out.
Filter Screen
Engine Owners Manual for correct |
procedure. |
5.Connect water source to pump inlet. NOTE: Water source must provide a minimum of 5 gallons (18.9 liters) per minute at 20 PSI (137.9 kPa).
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