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Fig. 16

Dot indicating lowest pressure

Fig. 15

Using Detergent with the Pressure 

Washer

We recommend using either brush or 

the regulating lance when you wish to 

use the detergent with your pressure 

washer. To use the regulating lance, 

set the pressure handle to the minimum 

pressure level indicated by the “dot”. 

(Fig. 16)

Add detergent to the detergent tank and 

insert the feed tube into the detergent 

tank through the removable detergent 

tank lid. Make sure that the feed tube 

goes all the way to the bottom of the 

detergent tank.

If you do not need to use detergent, 

remove the feed tube from the 

detergent tank.

Fig. 13

Counter-clockwise

Clockwise

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 FANTOM 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

Fig. 14

Using the Rotary Brush

The rotary brush is used with the trigger 

gun. Push the brush onto the trigger 

gun nozzle and turn clockwise to lock 

as you would for the lances. (Fig. 15) 

The brush may be used for washing 

cars, boats, windows and other similar 

items. The rotary brush operates at 

open orifice pressure so that it will not 

direct a stream of water. (Fig. 15)

CAUTION

Safety

Lock

When you wish to stop using the 

pressure washer temporarily, make sure 

that the safety lock has been engaged to 

avoid any accidental operation. (Fig. 12) 

Fig. 12

Using the Regulating Lance

The angle of the water on the regulating 

lance may be adjusted for high or low 

pressure by turning the nozzle adjuster 

counter-clockwise for a higher pressure 

or clockwise all the way to the “dot” for a 

lower pressure. (Fig. 13) Always make 

sure that the "On/Off' switch is in the "Off" 

position before changing the pressure of 

the water jet. It is also recommended that 

the trigger gun safety lock be engaged as 

well. The regulating lance allows you to 

use any variety of pressure from full 

pressure to low. When using the pressure 

washer to clean wood decks, siding, 

vehicles, etc., always begin spraying from 

a minimum 36-inches away at the lowest 

pressure setting to avoid damaging the 

surface material that you are cleaning.

Always clear the area that you will be 

cleaning of people, pets and objects.

Using the Turbo Lance

The turbo lance is capable of cleaning 

most areas around the garden or on 

building work but using detergent is 

useful when cleaning automobiles or 

other painted finishes.

Using Brush With the Trigger Gun

The brush is used with the trigger gun. 

Push the brush onto the trigger gun 

nozzle and turn clockwise to lock as 

you would for the lances. (Fig. 14) the 

brush may be used for washing cars, 

boats, windows and other similar items. 

The brush operates at open orifice 

pressure so it will not direct a stream of 

water.

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Summary of Contents for VPW49H

Page 1: ...PRESSURE WASHER OWNER S MANUAL Model VPW49H 120V 60 Hz 13 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: ... the spray nozzle at least 8 10 inches away from the surface Maintain a further distance when using a direct spray Wipe surface for a polished finish 8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance Cleaning Winterizing Long Term Storage 1 Disconnect all water connections 2 Turn the pressure washer on for a few seconds until any remaining water in the pump exits 3 Turn the...

Page 5: ...e 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 Fig 14 Using the Rotary Brush The rotary brush i...

Page 6: ...ch the male adapter supplied to the water intake connector on the front side of the unit Fig 11 3 Attach the female hose coupling to the garden hose Fig 11 4 Connect the female hose coupling to the male adapter making sure that it is tightly secured in place Fig 11 Once the pressure washer is assembled you are ready to use the unit 1 While facing the rear of the unit attach the high pressure hose ...

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