STARTUP
Use this procedure whenever starting the pressure washer to help insure that the unit is ready to operate and starting is done safely.
1.Check the oil level.
Pump: Add SAE 20 or 30 weight
2.Turn on the water supply.
CAUTION
Never run the unit dry . Costly damage to the pump will result. Always be sure the water supply is completely turned on before operating.
3.Trigger the gun until water sprays from the tip indicating that the air is purged from the system.
4.Start the unit.
5. ALWAYS engage the gun’ s trigger safety latch whenever you stop spraying, even for a moment to reduce the risk of fluid injection or splashing in the eyes or on the skin if the gun is bumped or triggered accidentally.
6.ALWAYS observe the following CAUTIONS to avoid costly damage to the pressure washer.
CAUTION
DO NOT allow the pressure washer to idle for more than 10 minutes. Doing so may cause the recirculating water to overheat and seriously damage the pump. T urn of f the pressure washer if it will not be spraying or cleaning at least every 10 minutes. If heated inlet water is used, reduce this time further.
DO NOT run the pump dry , which will quickly damage the pump. Be sure the water supply is fully turned on before starting the pump.
DO NOT pump caustic materials; such materials may corrode the pump components.
7.See the chemical injector or sandblaster kit manual for detailed cleaning information if these accessories are used.
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