OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL 0121 REV 1
PETROL POWER WASHER
MODEL NO: PLS360
PART NO: 7330375
Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL 0121 REV 1 PETROL POWER WASHER MODEL NO PLS360 PART NO 7330375...
Page 2: ...of purchase This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way or not used for the purpose for which it was intended Faulty goods should be returned to...
Page 3: ...kick when you pull the trigger 12 ALWAYS respect the requirements of the local water company Pressure washers may only be connected to the mains water supply if a system separator also known as a back...
Page 4: ...on or severe injury DO NOT directly discharge stream at persons or animals Keep clear of nozzle This machine should only be used by qualified operators WARNING Risk of spray injury Spray can propel ob...
Page 5: ...0AH Fuel Tank Capacity L 6 5 Water supply Max feed temperature 30o C Min feed volume l min 17 Water Inlet Pressure 3 6 Bar Water Pump Maximum pressure 248 Bar 3600 Psi Working pressure 228 Bar 3300 Ps...
Page 6: ...6 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com OVERVIEW...
Page 7: ...RIPTION 1 Foldable Handle 10 Pressure Regulator 2 Gun 11 Chemical Detergent Inlet 3 Wand Lance Hose Bracket 12 Water Outlet 4 Wheels 13 Water Inlet 5 Engine 14 Suction Valve 6 Pump 15 Thermal Relief V...
Page 8: ...g loaded pin pops through the hole on the frame 2 Fit the wheels to the axles and secure with the locking nuts supplied NOTE DO NOT overtighten the nuts the wheels must be able to rotate freely ASSEMB...
Page 9: ...is secure CONNECT THE HOSE TO THE POWER WASHER 1 Slide the connector on the power washer towards the machine 2 Push the hose into the connector 3 Release the connector NOTE Make sure the connection is...
Page 10: ...Inside the small bag attached are oil breather plugs which need to be fitted in its place The oil breather plug must only be inserted finger tight CONNECTING THE BATTERY NOTE The power washer comes w...
Page 11: ...ll oil levels should be checked when the engine is cold as you may get a false reading with a hot engine CHECKING THE PUMP GEARBOX OIL LEVEL 1 Look at the sight glass on the pump and gearbox to check...
Page 12: ...fill the oil reservoir to the edge of the oil filler hole We recommend the use of SAE10W 30 oil in the engine 5 Replace the oil filler cap CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL 1 To check the fuel level remove the...
Page 13: ...ssure washer is running If you find the pressure is too high you can adjust this later by turning the regulator anti clockwise SAFETY FEATURES Bypass mode In bypass mode the pump recirculates the wate...
Page 14: ...cedures for your engine type 1 Make sure the engine has sufficient fuel See page 12 2 Check the engine oil level See page 11 12 3 Connect the high pressure hose and water inlet hoses See page 9 4 Turn...
Page 15: ...the engine starts If the engine fails to start within 5 seconds then release the key and wait at least 10 seconds before operating the starter again 9 When the engine starts slowly move the choke leve...
Page 16: ...e the trigger of the spray gun is not being pulled If the unit is left in bypass mode for more than two minutes the water temperature will rise to a dangerous level and could damage internal component...
Page 17: ...essure regulator knob counter clockwise to lower pressure Once you have finished using your power washer return the pressure regulator to its original position 2 Back away from the surface to be clean...
Page 18: ...able from your CLARKE dealer SHUTTING DOWN 1 After each use if you have applied detergents place the detergent hose into a container of clean water and run clean water through the detergent injection...
Page 19: ...ure 1 Attach the filter to the end of the pipe supplied 2 Place the filter into the water butt 3 Remove the hose adaptor and replace it with the inlet connector supplied 4 Connect the pick up pipe to...
Page 20: ...the oil when the engine is warm this will ensure the oil flows out quicker 4 Replace the drain plug and its ring seal 5 With the power washer in a level position fill to the centre of the sight glass...
Page 21: ...ticles 6 Reconnect the spray wand to the gun and turn on the water supply CLEANING THE WATER INLET The water filter should be checked regularly and cleaned if necessary 1 Remove any fittings to the wa...
Page 22: ...aged contact CLARKE spare parts department for a replacement If the filter is dirty wash it in a solution of warm water and mild detergent and rinse thoroughly Leave the filter to dry completely befor...
Page 23: ...other parts so that they are protected from damage 4 Protect the power washer from freezing conditions to prevent damage to the hoses valves and pump STORAGE PROCEDURE For long term storage the petrol...
Page 24: ...e OFF position Set the engine switch to the ON position Choke lever is set to the choke position when the engine is warm Set the choke lever to the RUN position See Pages 14 Fuel valve closed Open the...
Page 25: ...d turn on the water to expel the air from the hose When all the air has been removed turn off the water supply and reconnect the hose Turn on the water supply and pull the trigger to expel any air in...
Page 26: ...it replaced by your dealer Worn or broken O ring Have it replaced by your dealer Pump head or tubes damaged from freezing Have it replaced by your dealer Oil leaking at the pump Oil seals worn Have i...
Page 27: ...1 9 16 O Ring Crankshaft Cover 55 25 x 2 62 4 Vented Oil Cap 17 Retain Ring 5 Crankcase Cover 18 Oil Level Plate 6 Gasket Crankcase Cover 103 x 83 x 2 65 19 Oil Sight Glass 7 Crankcase 20 O Ring Oil S...
Page 28: ...x 2 62 61 O Ring Unloader Valve Housing 11 3 x 2 4 37 Checking Valve Assembly 62 Unloader Valve Housing 38 O Ring Valve Cap 18 x 2 4 63 O Ring Outlet Checking Valve 4 2 x 2 4 39 Checking Valve Cap 64...
Page 29: ...RBOX 1 Gearbox Case 12 Blocking Flake 2 Oil Plug 13 Bolt M8 x 30 3 O Ring 14 2 x 1 9 14 Combine Washer 4 Gasket Oil Gauge 15 O Ring 55 25 x 2 62 5 Sight Gauge 16 Gearbox Cover 6 Oil Seal 17 Gasket Cov...
Page 30: ...Gauge 18 Handwheel Bolt 4 Key 19 Plain Washer 5 Anti Vibration Holder 20 Hose Lance Storage Bracket 6 Plain Washer 21 Screw Nut 7 Spring Washer 22 Plain Washer 8 Bolt 23 Frame Body 9 Rubber Feet Pump...
Page 31: ...ice 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 31 Plain Washer 35 Lance 32 Grommet 36 Gun 33 Frame Faceplate 37 High Pressure Hose...
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