Homelite HLCA80710 manuel dutilisation General Maintenance, Storing the pressure washer

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

WARNING:

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and discon- nect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at an authorized service center.

Before running the engine, perform the following pre- operation steps:

Check high pressure hose for damage.

Check that all bolts, nuts, etc., are securely tightened.

Make sure the air filter is clean.

Check both the engine lubricant level and the fuel tank level; refill as needed.

Inspect the work area for hazards.

If there is excessive noise or vibration, stop the unit immediately.

STORING the pressure washer

See Figure 18.

Store the pressure washer with the gas tank empty by either draining the tank or running the pressure washer until the

gas runs out. Allow 30 minutes of “cool down” time before storing the machine. Store in a dry, covered area where the weather can’t damage it.

It is important to store this product in a frost-free area. Always empty water from all hoses and the pump.

NOTE: Use of a fuel stabilizer and pump saver will give you better performance and increase the life of the machine.

Discharge Fuel:

Drain the fuel tank completely. Stored gas can go stale in 30 days.

Engine Lubricant:

Drain the lubricant and replace with fresh, clean lubricant.

Spark Plug:

NOTE: This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Disconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug. Pour about a teaspoon of clean, air-cooled, four-cycle lubricant through the spark plug hole into the combustion chamber.

Leaving the spark plug out, pull the starter cord two or three times to coat the inside of the cylinder wall.

Inspect the spark plug and clean or replace, as neces- sary.

Reinstall the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire disconnected.

Air Filter:

Clean the air filter.

Hoses and Pump:

Flush the injection hose with clean water for 1-2 minutes. Remove all hoses. Empty the pump by pulling on the recoil starter about 6 times. This should remove most of the liquid from the pump.

For winterizing and long-term storage:

Disconnect the water connection, if necessary.

Start the pressure washer and allow it to run for a few seconds to eliminate any water remaining in the pump.

Coil the hoses and hang it on the back of the machine using the stretch strap to secure in place. Do not allow the hose to become kinked.

Store the unit and accessories in an area that does not reach freezing temperatures. Do not store near furnace or other sources of heat that could dry out the pump seals.

preparing for use after storage

Pull the recoil starter grip three or four times to clean lubricant from the combustion chamber.

Remove spark plug from the cylinder. Wipe lubricant from the spark plug and return it to the cylinder.

Reconnect the spark plug wire.

Refuel the machine as described earlier in the operator’s manual.

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