CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Detergents
• Use detergents designed for pressure washers.
• This system applies detergent under low pressure.
The cleaning power of the detergents is enhanced
when applied with low pressure and enough time is
given to break down dirt and grime. The combination
of low pressure and chemical action is very effective
and can be better than scrubbing if applied properly.
ALWAYS
spray detergent on a dry surface.
DO NOT
pre-soak area. Wetting the surface first dilutes
the detergent and reduces its cleaning ability.
DO
NOT
allow detergent to dry on surface. On vertical
surfaces being cleaned, apply detergent to lower
surfaces and work your way up to prevent detergent
from causing streaks in the dirt and grime. Rinse
detergent by pressure washing from bottom up for
same reason.
• If a stain is particularly tough, it may be necessary
to reapply the detergent and use a bristled brush to
scrub the stain. Subsequent pressure washing after
brushing should successfully complete your cleaning
job.
Cleaning the Transparent Water Filter
• The screens inside the transparent water filter should
be cleaned periodically. Rinse it with clean water, and
then place it back in the adapter.
Cleaning Nozzles
• A clogged or partially clogged nozzle can cause
significant reduction of water pressure coming out
of the nozzle and/or cause the unit to pulsate while
spraying.
• Turn off the unit.
• Turn off the water supply to the unit.
• Relieve any pressure trapped in the hose by
squeezing the trigger 2-3 times, and then lock the
spray gun by pushing the lock button from left to
right.
• Remove the lance from the spray gun
• Using the nozzle tip cleaner provided (or an unfolded
paper clip), insert the wire into the nozzle hole and
move back and forth until debris is dislodged.
• Tap quick connect end of lance on hard surface
several times
• Back flush water through the nozzles using garden
hose and highest pressure available (either standard
water nozzle or use your thumb over the nozzle to
create water pressure for back flush).
