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Maintenance
General Recommendations
Regular maintenancewill improve the performance and extendthe life of the pressure washer. Seeany qualified dealerfor service.
The pressure washer'swarranty does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, the operator must maintainthe pressure washer as instructed in this manual and in the engine manual, including proper storage as detailed in Winter Storageand Long Term Storage.
NOTE:Should you have questions about replacing components on your pressure washer, pleasecall (888)
•Some adjustments will needto be made periodicallyto properly maintain your pressure washer. Checkthe spray gun and nozzleextension assembly for wear.
•All maintenance in this manual and the engine operator'smanual should be made at least once each season.
•Oncea year you should clean or replacethe spark plug, clean or replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper
Before Each Use
1.Checkengine oil level.
2.Cleandebris.
3.Checkwater inlet screen for damage.
4.Check high pressure hose for leaks.
5.Check detergentsiphoning tube and filter for damage.
6.Checkspray gun and nozzleextension assembly for leaks.
7.Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris.
Pump Oil
DONOTattempt any oil maintenanceon this pump. The pump is
Pressure Washer Maintenance
Clean Debris
Daily or before use, clean accumulated debris from pressure washer. Keeplinkage, spring and controls clean. Keeparea around and behind muffler free from any combustible debris. Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the pressure
washer. These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.
Pressure washer parts should be kept clean to reducethe risk of overheatingand ignition of accumulated debris.
• Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
[NOTICE
lImproper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and shorten its life.
LDONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.
•Usea soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
•Usea vacuum cleanerto pick up loose dirt and debris.
Check and Clean inlet Screen
Examinethe screen on the pump'swater inlet. Clean it if the screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged.
CheckHigh PressureHose
The high pressure hose can develop leaksfrom wear, kinking, or abuse. Inspectthe hose each time before using it. Checkfor cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, damage or movement of couplings. If any of these conditions exist, re)lace the hose immediately.
WARNING
The high pressurestream of water that this
1_ equipmentunderlying tissues,producesleadingtocan cut throughserious skininjuryandandits )ossible amputation.
• NEVERrepairhighpressurehose.Replaceit.
,ReplacementhoseratingMUSTexceedmaximumpressure ratingof unit.
Check Detergent Siphoning Tube
Examinethe filter on the detergent tube and clean if clogged. The tube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting. Examinethe tube for leaks or tears. Replacethe filter or tube if either is damaged.
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