Chemical Cleaning Agents
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To improve cleaning qualities, it is possible to introduce chemical cleaning agents
(detergents) into the spray using the foam lance. This is particularly useful for washing
cars, greasy engine parts, removing oil spots on concrete etc. Use ONLY those
detergents recommended for use with power washers, such as CLARKE Traffic Film
Remover which is a powerful low foaming agent for car cleaning, patio cleaning
etc., or CLARKE Wash & Wax, both available from your CLARKE dealer.
To prepare for detergent application, ensure the trigger safety latch is set to prevent
the trigger from being pulled accidentally.
Remove the lance from the trigger/handle assembly by twisting it clockwise looking
down from the handle end, and pulling it free.
Insert the detergent lance, push in firmly and twist anticlockwise to lock in position.
With the container filled with detergent, screw it on to the detergent lance ensuring
the plastic pickup tube is in place.
NOTE: It may be necessary to lubricate the lance spigot when new to assist when
attaching to the handle.
Spray the detergent on to the vehicle, patio etc., and allow it to work itself into the
grime.
To rinse and clean, set the safety latch, replace the detergent lance with the main
lance, release the safety latch and blast off the dirt.
After using the detergent lance, rinse it, together with the container, thoroughly
with clean water.
IMPORTANT: Ensure you read and comply with the manufacturers instructions
regarding the use of chemical detergents.
ACCESSORIES
Your Jet Star power washer can be used with a wide range of optional accessories
available from your local dealer (see page 11 for a full list ).
To use the accessories you must first remove the lance from the handle assembly
by twisting it clockwise (looking down from the handle end), and pulling the lance
free. The accessory can then be connected to the handle assembly in a similar
manner to the lance.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Ensure the plug is removed from the socket before carrying out any
adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
After each use
If cleaning agents have been used, thoroughly clean the detergent lance and
bottle with clean water.
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Bucket
containing
antifreeze
Storage
Store the Jetstar 1550 and 1600 washer in
an horizontal postion. The Jet 3000 may
be stored upright.
If there is a danger of freezing, insert the
inlet and outlet hoses into a bucket of
antifreeze as shown in the diagram, start
the machine and allow the antifreeze to
circulate. After a short time stop the
machine, and store with the antifreeze still
within the pump body.
NOTE:
If you experience difficulty in starting the motor following a long period of storage, it is
possible that the seals within the pump have dried out and are gripping the pistons. This
problem may be alleviated by storing the machine with antifreeze within the pump
body, as described above.
If the seals are stuck however, disconnect the machine from the electrical and
water supply’s, and proceed to free them as follows:
A high pressure jet or fan spray may be used. A fan spray is achieved by turning
the nozzle as shown below.
