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Maintenance

BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE 

PROCEDURE STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) 

MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL.

Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.

Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance 

and long life of your machine. Please refer to this manual and the

engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for maintenance procedures. 

!

WARNING

 

Maintenance  

Before 

Monthly/ 

Every 6 Mo./ 

Annually/

  Procedure 

Each Use 

20 Hours 

50 Hours

 

100 Hours

  Clean Exterior Surfaces 

X

  Remove Accumulated Debris 

X

  Check Engine Oil Level 

X

  Change Engine Oil* 

 

X

  Check /Clean Water Inlet Screen 

X

  Check High Pressure Hose 

X

  Check Detergent Siphoning Hose/Filter 

X

  Check Spray Gun & Hose Connections 

X

  Check/Clean Air Filter** 

 

 

X

  Check Muffler and Spark Arrestor 

 

 

X

  Clean/Replace Spark Plug 

 

 

 

X

Maintenance Checklist

*  Change engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation as break-in period

** Change/clean air filter more frequently if in dusty environment

•  The pump is pre-lubricated and factory sealed requiring no additional 

maintenance for the life of the pump.

• Keep area around muffler free from any combustible debris. 

• Air slots and openings on the power washer must be clean and unobstructed.

• Power washer parts should be clean to reduce overheating or ignition of debris.

Summary of Contents for 101087

Page 1: ...196cc Engine This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death MODEL 101088 Operati...

Page 2: ...1100 W 120th Ave Suite 600 Westminster CO 80234 720 287 5182 For Service or Questions Call 1 877 487 8275 720 287 5182 www dirtyhandtools com Dirty Hand Tools is a brand of...

Page 3: ...4 Unpacking and Setup 7 Setup and Assembly 9 Operation Precautions 9 Hose Connection 11 Filling with Gasoline and Oil 12 Operation Precautions 13 Operation 14 Maintenance 16 Troubleshooting 19 Storag...

Page 4: ...ny purpose other than for which it was designed Any other use is unauthorized and may result in serious injury or death Personal Protective Equipment Wear ANSI approved safety goggles heavy duty work...

Page 5: ...r finger on the trigger Use this equipment with both hands only Using equipment with only one hand can result in loss of control Do not leave the pressure washer unattended when it is running Turn off...

Page 6: ...ou are operating the unit Make sure all safety warning decals are attached and in readable condition Replace missing or defaced decals Contact Dirty Hand Tools at 1 877 487 8275 for replacement decals...

Page 7: ...storage container Carefully follow the assembly instructions to attach the handlebar high pressure hose spray lance and spray gun COMPLETELY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTIN...

Page 8: ...he carriage bolt through both the support and the handlebar then add the curved retaining washer and thread on the knob and tighten Repeat for both sides of the handlebar with the knobs to the outside...

Page 9: ...gh pressure hose onto the spray gun and tighten by hand only Never tighten with pliers or wrench as extra pressure may cause the fittings to crack or break SPRAY WAND SPRAY GUN SPRAY TRIGGER TRIGGER L...

Page 10: ...the Spray Nozzle on the Wand 1 Engage the trigger lock on the spray gun Pull back collar on the quick connect and pull current nozzle off Store nozzles in holder provided on the accessory storage 2 S...

Page 11: ...ebris or replace if damaged 3 Connect the garden hose 50 feet or less in length to the water inlet Tighten by hand Do not use a connection to hot water 4 Uncoil and connect the high pressure hose to t...

Page 12: ...l tank before starting the generator DO NOT REFUEL INDOORS OR NEAR ANY SOURCE OF POSSIBLE COMBUSTION DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FUELING DO NOT OVERFILL THE PRESSURE WASHER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT FLUIDS YOU MUST A...

Page 13: ...g the area 6 Do not operate in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Gasoline powered engines may ignite the dust or fumes 7 Do not use this piece of equipme...

Page 14: ...low 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 en...

Page 15: ...k when not in use 5 Turn OFF water supply 6 Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while system is pressurized 7 ALWAYS engage trigger lock when not in use Cleaning Recommendations 1...

Page 16: ...X Change Engine Oil X X X Check Clean Water Inlet Screen X X X X Check High Pressure Hose X X X X Check Detergent Siphoning Hose Filter X X X X Check Spray Gun Hose Connections X X X X Check Clean Air...

Page 17: ...ging Cleaning the Air Filter 1 Loosen wing nut and remove cover Carefully remove filter assembly Remove foam filter Clean cartridge by gently tapping on a flat surface Reinstall the foam filter then r...

Page 18: ...then about 1 16 turn more Oil is very hot during operation and can cause burns Wait for engine to cool before changing oil Do not run the engine with too little oil The engine will be permanently dama...

Page 19: ...ole Replace spark plug Crank engine a few times and try to start Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter If the engine still will not start visit our web site at www dirtyhandtools com or call 1 877 4...

Page 20: ...rgent siphoning tube into detergent Clean or replace filter detergent siphoning tube Replace with high pressure nozzle with low pressure nozzle Dilute detergent that is too thick Nozzle clogged Engage...

Page 21: ...he drain bolt from the bottom of the carburetor bowl and allow the fuel to drain 5 Clean out area around spark plug and remove Pour one tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plu...

Page 22: ...22 Notes...

Page 23: ...23 Notes...

Page 24: ...rd the information below for future reference Model No Serial No Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Specifications SKU Part No 101088 Description 3000psi Pressure Washer Engine 7 HP 196CC EPA CARB App...

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