Dirty Hand Tools 101087, Operation Manual

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Operation
ALWAYS CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS AND
OIL /FUEL LEVELS
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.
Do not run the engine without engine oil, or with low engine
oil, which will permanently damage the engine.
DO NOT OPERATE without the water supply connected
and turned on. Running the pressure washer without water will
damage the pump.
Starting the Engine
1. To start a cold engine, move the choke to the CHOKE
position (to the left). To restart a warm engine, leave the
Choke in the RUN position (to the right).
2. Open the fuel valve by sliding switch to the right.
3. Slide the throttle 1/3 of the way to the right.
4. Turn the engine switch on.
5. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull slowly several times to
allow the gasoline to flow into the engine’s carburetor. Then
pull the recoil starter handle gently until resistance is felt.
Allow cable to retract fully and then pull it quickly. Repeat
until the engine starts.
6. Allow the engine to run for several seconds. Then move the
choke lever slowly to its RUN position (to the right). Moving
the choke lever too fast could stall the engine.
7. Adjust the throttle as needed.
IMPORTANT: Allow the engine to run for a few minutes
before operating the pressure washer to allow the engine to
stabilize.
Break-in Period
Breaking-in the engine will help ensure longer engine life and
proper equipment operation. After about 20 hours of use, the
maintenance break-in period, change the engine oil. Failure
to change the oil regularly may damage the engine and void
the warranty. Under normal operating conditions follow the
maintenance schedule (see page 16).
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CAUTION
THROTTLE
CHOKE
FUEL VALVE
ENGINE
ON/OFF
SWITCH