operation
WARNING:
NEVER change nozzles or spray patterns without lock- ing the lock out on the trigger handle and never point the wand at your face or at others. The
Using the
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.
nPull back the
nPush the nozzle into place in the spray wand.
nPush the collar forward so that the nozzle is secured properly. Check to see that the nozzle is secure.
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
using the high pressure hose
The high pressure hose features an outer covering that pro- vides strength to the hose. If the outer covering becomes damaged, the hose must be replaced immediately. Do not use a high pressure hose if the outer covering is damaged.
To prevent damage to the outer covering:
nInspect the hose before every use.
nFully unwrap and straighten hose before use.
nDo not allow the high pressure hose to be kinked.
nKeep hose away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
nDo not pull unit by high pressure hose.
nDo not allow hose to be crushed or wrapped around objects.
MOVING the pressure washer
See Figure 15.
NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the moving handle.
nTurn the pressure washer off.
nStanding at the back of the machine, grasp the handle firmly with both hands and pull the handle up until it locks into place with a “click”.
nTilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels then roll the machine to the desired position.
washing with detergent
See Figure 16.
Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; house- hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents, flam- mable material, or industrial grade solutions can damage the pump. Many detergents may require mixing prior to use. Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the solution bottle.
nPlace the injection hose in the bottom of the detergent bottle / container.
nInstall the black nozzle on the spray wand.
nSpray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even, overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow detergent to dry on the surface.
Before shutting off the engine:
nPlace the injection hose in a bucket of clean water.
nFlush for
nShut off the engine.
NOTE: Shutting OFF ( O ) the engine will not relieve pressure in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
rinsing with the pressure washer
nTurn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
nEngage the lock out on the wand by pushing up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.
nPull back and hold the collar.
nRemove the nozzle by pulling it from the collar.
nSelect the right nozzle for the job:
•Use lower pressure nozzle (green) to wash items such as a car or boat.
•Use higher pressure nozzle for jobs such as stripping paint and degreasing the driveway. When using these nozzles, test a small area first to avoid surface damage.
nStart at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down, overlapping the strokes.
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