Homelite UT80715 Using the Nozzles, Using the High Pressure Hose, Operating the Pressure Washer

OPERATION

USING THE NOZZLES

See Figure 12.

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
15º Yellow	For narrow surfaces
	• Removing heavy mildew stains
	• Removing marine growth from boats and
	marine equipment
	• Removing rust from steel and oxidation
	from aluminum
	• Removing grease or dirt from equipment
	• Removing paint from wood, masonry or
	metal
Turbo	Pencil jet nozzle rotates at high speed to
Nozzle	increase intensity and cleaning area of the
	spray. Spray pattern will cover an area from 4
	to 8 in. wide depending on distance between
	wand and surface being cleaned.
	• Rust removal
	• Non-painted metal or plastic tank cleaning
	• Washing concrete
	• Removing gum from sidewalks
	• Boat cleaning
	• Cleaning dirty garage floors
	• Removing mud and clay from hard surfaces
	like concrete, brick, or stone
Soap	For all detergent applications
Nozzle

CAUTION:

NEVER change nozzles without locking the lock-out on the trigger handle.

nTurn off the pressure washer and shut off the water sup- ply. 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 the quick-connect collar until it clicks in 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 sup- ply. 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 machine.

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:

Inspect the hose before every use.

Fully unwrap and straighten hose before use.

Do not allow the high pressure hose to be kinked.

Keep hose away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.

Do not pull unit by high pressure hose.

Do not allow hose to be crushed or wrapped around objects.

OPERATING THE PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 13.

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.

To clean:

nPour detergent in the detergent tank.

nInstall the soap nozzle on the spray wand.

nStart the pressure washer and spray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even, overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow detergent to dry on the surface.

To rinse:

nUsing the 15˚ nozzle, spray away from the rinsing surface for approximately 10 seconds to allow any remaining detergent to be flushed from the line.

nStart at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down, overlapping the strokes.

USING THE CLEANING DECK

See Figure 13.

nSecure the electrical cord and garden hose using the hook-and-loop strap.

nStart the pressure washer.

nWalk slowly behind the cleaning deck, cleaning as you go.

NOTE: If striping or swirling occurs, slow your pace. If problem continues, see Troubleshooting later in this manual.

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