OPERATION
1. Surface Preparation
ALWAYS engage the trigger safety latch when unit is not in use. The following cleaning procedure will help you organize your cleaning task and ensures that you will achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time. Remember to use the spraying / cleaning techniques mentioned in the following section.
Before starting a pressure washer cleaning job, prepare the surface you intend to clean. Clear furniture from the area and make sure that all windows and doors are closed tightly. Also, protect all plants and trees near the cleaning area with a drop cloth. A covering ensures that your plants won’t be sprayed by the detergents.
2. Start Up
ALWAYS use this start up procedure to ensure that the unit is started safely and properly.
If water has frozen in the NOTICE pressure washer, thaw the
pressure washer in a warm room before starting. DO NOT pour hot water on or into the pump; internal parts will be damaged.
1. Check engine oil levels. Add oil as necessary.
NOTE: Some units are equipped with a low oil sensor that shuts the engine off if the oil level falls below a certain level. If the unit stops unexpectedly, check both the oil and fuel levels. Check the oil level each time you refuel the unit.
2.Check fuel level. Add unleaded gasoline (rated 86 octane or higher) as required.
DO NOT refuel a
! WARNING hot engine. Refueling a hot engine could cause a fire. Use only fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. Close the fuel shutoff valve during refueling.
3.Attach a garden hose to the inlet connection for garden hose and connect it to the water supply. Use a hose with a minimum inside diameter of 5/8” (.016 m) and a length of 50 ft. (15 m) or less.
Some local plumbing codes
NOTICE require backflow prevention when connecting to a fresh water supply. Install a backflow preventer upstream from the pump if necessary.
a. If inlet water pressure is over 100 psi, install a regulating water valve at the garden hose connection.
b. DO NOT exceed 100˚ F (38˚ C) inlet water temperature.
NOTE: The inlet water supply must have a minimum flow rate of 8 gpm (30 lpm) or 5 gpm (191 lpm) on 5525PW.
4. Turn the water supply ON.
NOTICE | NEVER run the unit dry. Be sure |
the water supply is completely |
turned on before operating the unit.
5.Squeeze the gun until water sprays from the tip indicating that all air is purged from the system. Set the trigger safety latch.
6.On model 5525PW: Honda GC Engine:
Open the fuel shutoff valve by turning the knob counterclockwise until it stops. Close the choke (if engine is cold) by pulling the choke lever out. The throttle is fixed.
On model 1340PW, 6027PW, and 9032PW: Honda GX engine:
Open the fuel shutoff valve by pushing the lever to the right. Close the choke (if the engine is cold) by moving the choke lever fully to the left. The throttle is fixed. Turn the On/Off switch to the "ON" position.
7.Start the engine:
If the engine is cold, completely close the engine choke.
If the engine is warm, leave the choke open or just partially closed. Unlock the trigger safety latch on the gun. Grasp the starter rope and brace one foot on the chassis. While squeezing the trigger on the gun, pull the starter rope rapidly and firmly. Continue holding the rope as it returns. Repeat these steps until the engine starts. In cool weather, the choke may have to be kept closed for 10 to 30 seconds to keep the engine running. Otherwise, open the choke as soon as the engine starts.
When pulling the starter rope, make sure to keep your hand
and arm clear of the engine and cart components.
NEVER let the starter rope NOTICE return by itself. Doing so could
jam the recoil system.
3. Initial High Pressure Rinse
After the engine starts, trigger the gun 3 to 5 times to get any trapped air out of the system. After the spray becomes constant, you may need to adjust the pressure (see pages 13 and 14 for cleaning techniques).
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