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Fig. 4

3. Once the high pressure hose is 

connected to the trigger gun, you can 

attach the lance, rotary brush or soap 

dispenser accessories. To attach 

either  the lance or the brush to the 

trigger gun, hold the trigger gun in 

your left hand insert the desired 

accessory and push it in all the way 

into the connector on the trigger gun 

and turn it clockwise 60° until it locks 

in place. To remove the attachment, 

push down on the attachment and 

turn counter-clockwise 60° and then 

pull out.

Make sure that the attachments are 

securely locked in place before use. 

(Fig. 4)

High Pressure

Output 

(Lower Connector)

Fig. 2

1. While facing the front of the unit 

attach the high pressure hose to the 

high pressure output connector on 

the front side of the unit. Twist on 

securely to avoid leakage. (Fig. 2)

This high pressure washer is suitable for 
non-professional use. The working 
temperature must range between 40°F 
and 120 °F. The machine is supplied with 
a trigger gun, equipped with a trigger 
handle to offer a comfortable working 
position.
The high pressure washer is suitable for 
washing with cold water only. The water 
that you use for the pressure washer 
must not be dirty, sandy or contain any 
corrosive chemical products.
The pressure washer may be used to 
wash shutters, doors, tiles, cars, decks, 
campers, etc., where high water pressure 
is necessary to remove dirt.
With the detergent tank, the pressure 
washer can be used to apply a thick 
coating of aerated detergent to the areas 
being cleaned .
When using the pressure washer we 
recommend the use of personal safety 
items to reduce the risk of accidental 
injury.

After you open the package, check to 
make sure that all the parts are in the box 
as per parts that are illustrated on page 3 
of this guide. Due to transport and 
packing restraints, some accessories 
may be supplied unassembled; in this 
case follow the assembly instructions in 
this manual. If you have any questions, 
call customer service at 1 (800) 275-
9251. Keep all small and potentially 
harmful parts of the packaging (plastic 
bags, foamed polystyrene, nails, etc.) out 
of the reach of children.

Suitable Use of Your Pressure 

Washer

• Place the pressure washer in a safe 

area and on a horizontal surface.

• When using the pressure washer, 

hold the trigger gun firmly with one 
hand on the handle and the other on 
the lance. (Fig. 1)

Correct Use of the Pressure 

Washer

Fig. 1

NEVER 

point the water jet at electric 

wiring, at the pump unit, or at any 
person or animal.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking Your Pressure Washer

Attaching High Pressure Hose to 

Pressure Washer

Once all the desired attachments and 

the high pressure hose are attached to 

the pressure washer, you can connect 

the garden hose to the unit.

1. Make sure that the water intake filter 

is inside the water intake inlet. 

(Fig. 5)

2. Attach the male adapter (supplied) 

to the water intake connector on the 

front side of the unit. (Fig. 5)

3. Attach the female hose coupling to 

the garden hose. (Fig. 5)

4. Connect the female hose coupling 

to the male adapter making sure 

that it is secured in place. 

(Fig. 5)

Fig. 5

Water inlet

Garden hose

(not supplied)

Hose 

connector Garden hose 

coupling

Garden Hose Connection

2. Then ensure that the other end of the 

high pressure hose is fastened 

securely to the trigger gun. (Fig. 3)

Fig. 3

4. After all the connections have been 

made and 

BEFORE

you plug the 

pressure washer into an electrical 

outlet, open the water supply and 

press on the trigger switch in order to 

remove any air which may be in the 

hose or pump. Continue to press on 

the trigger switch until you get a 

constant flow of water coming out of 

the trigger gun. Allow water to flow 

for 30 seconds.

5. Once this is accomplished, release

the trigger switch. Engage the safety 

lock on the trigger

6. Ensure that the "On/Off" switch, at 

the side of the unit, is on the "Off" 

position, then plug the unit into an 

electrical outlet and turn the unit to 

the "On" position.

7. Now you are ready to use the 

pressure washer. Disengage the 

safety lock and depress the trigger on 

the trigger gun.

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Summary of Contents for VPW44H

Page 1: ...PRESSURE WASHER OWNER S MANUAL Model VPW44H 120V 60 Hz 12 Amps FANTOM 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 Tel 1 800 275 9251 ...

Page 2: ...original purchase when utilized for normal household use subject to the following conditions exclusions and exceptions If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period return the complete appliance and accessories freight prepaid to FANTOM 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 If the appliance is found by FANTOM to be ...

Page 3: ...void the warranty DANGER WARNING Allowable Length Extension Cord 25 50 14 AWG YES NO 12 AWG YES YES PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION PRESSURE WASHER WILL NOT START WHEN THE ON OFF SWITCH IS IN THE ON POSITION 1 Electrical socket is faulty or breaker has tripped 2 Voltage is inadequate 3 GFCI has tripped 4 Power cord is not plugged in 1 Check plug socket fuses breaker 2 Check that the volt...

Page 4: ...ake the small metal pin provided and insert into the nozzle end to remove any obstructions Fig 11 Fig 11 This will occur more frequently if your water supply is very hard Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI This unit is equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI built into the plug This device provides additional protection from the risk of electrical shock When connecting the GFCI to...

Page 5: ...e Off position before changing the angle of the water jet It is also recommended that the trigger gun safety lock be engaged as well The adjustable fan jet lance allows you to use any variety of spray pattern from a full fan spray to a direct stream spray When using the pressure washer to clean wood decks siding vehicles etc always start using the fan spray and begin spraying from a minimum 36 awa...

Page 6: ...er service at 1 800 275 9251 Keep all small and potentially harmful parts of the packaging plastic bags foamed polystyrene nails etc out of the reach of children Suitable Use of Your Pressure Washer Place the pressure washer in a safe area and on a horizontal surface When using the pressure washer hold the trigger gun firmly with one hand on the handle and the other on the lance Fig 1 Correct Use ...

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