Homelite HL252300 Using the spray wand trigger, SELECTing the Right Nozzle for the JOB, English

operation

nPut the engine switch in the ON position.

nPull the recoil starter grip until the engine runs (a maximum of 6 times).

NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting; return it gently to its original place.

nAllow the engine to run for 5 seconds, then push the choke lever to the RUN position.

To stop the engine:

nPut the engine switch in the OFF position.

nPull trigger to release water pressure.

using the spray wand trigger

See Figure 16.

For greater control and safety, keep both hands on the trigger handle at all times.

nPull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressure washer.

nRelease the trigger to stop the flow of water through the nozzle.

To engage the lock out:

nPush up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

To disengage the lock out:

nPush the lock out down and into its original position.

For the most effective cleaning, the spray nozzle should be between 8 in. and 24 in. from the surface to be cleaned. If the spray is too close it can damage the cleaning surface.

SELECTing the RIGHT NOZZLE FOR THE JOB

See Figures 17 - 18.

Each of the nozzles has a different spray pattern. Before starting any cleaning job, determine the best nozzle for the job. The following chart offers some general guidelines to help you choose the best nozzle for your application.

Nozzle	Application
0º Red	Spot cleaning of high, hard-to-reach areas
	• Removing caked-on mud from heavy con-
	struction, farm, or lawn equipment
	• Cleaning tar, glue, or stubborn stains from
	concrete
	• Cleaning overhead areas
	• Removing rust from steel and oxidation
	from aluminum
25º Green	For general purpose or large surfaces
	• General cleaning of dirt, mud, and grime
	• Cleaning roofs, gutters, and downspouts
	• Removing light mildew stains
	• Removing algae and bacteria build-up from
	pools
	• Rinsing surfaces in preparation for
	painting­

40º White	For wide-angle rinsing
	• Light cleaning and washing
	• Washing and rinsing of painted surfaces
	and boats
	• Cleaning roofs, windows, patios, and
	driveways­
Soap	For all detergent applications
(Black)

WARNING:

NEVER change nozzles without locking the lock out on the trigger handle and never point the wand at your face or at others. The quick-connect feature contains small springs that could eject the nozzle with some force. Failure to heed this may cause personal injury.

Using the quick-connect collar, changing nozzles is easy.

To connect a nozzle to the trigger handle:

nTurn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

nEngage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

nPush the nozzle into place in the quick-connect collar until it clicks into place and is secured properly.

To disconnect a nozzle from the trigger handle once the cleaning job is complete:

nTurn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

nEngage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

nRemove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then pulling back the quick-connect collar. Place nozzle in the nozzle storage area on the top of the machine.

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