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Remove the in-line filter from the other end of the nozzle
extension.
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Use the wire included in the kit (or a small paper clip) to free
any foreign material clogging or restricting the nozzle
(Figure 17).
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Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back flushing
water through the nozzle extension (Figure 18). Back flush
between 30 to 60 seconds.Turn the adjustable nozzle
extension to stream spray and move the nozzle from low to
high while flushing.
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Reinstall the nozzle and in-line filter into the nozzle extension.
DO NOT overtighten the nozzle with the allen wrench.
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Reconnect the nozzle extension to the spray gun.
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Reconnect the water supply, turn on the water, and start the
engine.
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Test the pressure washer by operating with nozzle in the high
and in the low positions.
Quick-connect nozzles:
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Remove the nozzle from the end of the nozzle extension
(Figure 19).
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Remove the in-line filter from the other end of the nozzle
extension.
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Use the wire included in the kit (or a small paper clip) to free any
foreign material clogging or restricting the nozzle (Figure 19).
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Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back flushing
water through the nozzle extension (Figure 20). Back flush
between 30 to 60 seconds.
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Reinstall the nozzle and in-line filter into the nozzle extension.
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Reconnect the nozzle extension to the spray gun.
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Reconnect the water supply, turn on the water, and start the
engine.
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Test the pressure washer by operating with each of the Quick
Connect nozzles.
Purge Pump of Air and Contaminants
To remove air from the pump, follow these steps:
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Set up the pressure washer as described in “Preparing
Pressure Washer For Use”. Connect the water supply and turn
water on.
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Pull the trigger on the spray gun and hold.
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When the water supply is steady and constant, engage the
safety latch.
To remove contaminants from the pump, follow these
steps:
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Set up the pressure washer as described in “Preparing
Pressure Washer For Use”. Connect the water supply and
turn water on.
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Start the engine according to instructions in “To Start Your
Pressure Washer” and the engine owner’s manual.
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Remove nozzle extension from spray gun.
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Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun and hold.
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When the water supply is steady and constant, engage the
safety latch and reattach the nozzle extension.
O–Ring Maintenance
O-Rings keep the connections of the hoses and spray gun tight
and leak–free.Through normal operation of the pressure washer,
they may become worn or damaged.
An O–Ring Maintenance Kit is provided with your pressure
washer which includes replacement o-rings, rubber washer and
water inlet filter. Refer to the instruction sheet provided in the kit
to service your units o-rings. Note that not all of the parts in the
kit will be used on your unit.
To remove a worn or damaged o–ring:
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Use a small flathead screwdriver to get underneath the o-ring
and pry it off.
Figure 18 — Backflush the Nozzle
Use wire here to
remove debris.
Figure 19 — Nozzle Maintenance
Figure 20 — Backflushing the Nozzle Extension
Figure 17 — Remove and Clean Nozzle
Nozzle
