Generac Portable Products 1450-3 Owner'S Manual Download Page 7

Generac Portable Products 2400 PSI Pressure Washer

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Add Engine Oil and Fuel

• Place pressure washer on a level surface.

• Refer to engine owner’s manual and follow oil and fuel

recommendations and instructions.

NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner’s manual for recommendations.

Connect Hose and Water Supply to

Pump

IMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must assemble
the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses
before you start the engine.

1.

Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hose
to base of spray gun. (Figure 3).Tighten by hand.

NOTE: Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before
attaching hoses.

2.

Attach other end of high pressure hose to high
pressure outlet on pump (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.

3.

Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 5). Clean screen if it contains
debris, replace it if damaged. DO NOT RUN
PRESSURE WASHER IF SCREEN IS DAMAGED.

4.

Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris.Turn off water.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the
water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).

5.

Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length)
to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 5).

6.

Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
purge pump system of air and impurities.

CHECKLIST BEFORE

STARTING ENGINE

Review the assembly to ensure you have performed all of
the following.

1.

Make sure handle is in place and secure.

2.

Check that oil has been added to the proper level in
engine crankcase.

CAUTION

• Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.

• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this

instruction will void warranty.

Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.

Connect high

pressure hose

here

Figure 3 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun

Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump

Figure 5 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet

Inspect inlet

screen, DO

NOT use if

damaged, clean

if dirty.

CAUTION

• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this

instruction will void warranty.

There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden
hose between the pressure washer inlet and any flow
shut off device, such as a ‘Y’ shut-off connector or other
convenience-type water shut-off valve.

• Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

• Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing

adequate eye protection.

High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for 1450-3

Page 1: ...0 04 12 2004 Pressure Washer Owner s Manual 2400PSI Questions Help is just a moment away Call Generac Pressure Washer Helpline 1 800 270 1408 M F 8 5 CT Web www generac portables com Generac Portable...

Page 2: ...to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death The safety alert symbol is used with a signal word DANGER CAUTION W...

Page 3: ...can create puddles and slippery surfaces High pressure spray could cause you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface WARNING WHEN ADDING FUEL Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at l...

Page 4: ...r trigger guard in place and in working order Always be certain spray gun nozzles and accessories are correctly attached A pressure washer produces a high pressure spray which increases risk of injury...

Page 5: ...cal High Pressure Outlet Connection for high pressure hose Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect Fitting You must attach this device to the spray gun to use the spray tips The quick connect fitting lets...

Page 6: ...at 1 800 270 1408 PREPARE PRESSURE WASHER FOR USE If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged call the pressure washer helpline at 1 800 270 1...

Page 7: ...ure 5 6 Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to purge pump system of air and impurities CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Review the assembly to ensure you have performed all of the following...

Page 8: ...re washer pump Turn ON the water 5 Squeeze trigger on gun until you have a steady stream of water This purges the pump of air and impurities 6 Attach nozzle extension to spray gun Figure 6 Tighten by...

Page 9: ...lar pattern The high pressure spray is most effective when the tip of the nozzle extension is held between 8 to 24 inches from the surface being cleaned To attach the turbo nozzle to the spray gun 1 E...

Page 10: ...and install desired high pressure spray tip following the instructions How to Use Spray Tips 4 Apply a high pressure spray to a small area and check surface for damage If no damage is found assume it...

Page 11: ...siphoning tube and filter for damage 6 Check spray gun and nozzle extension assembly for leaks 7 Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris before connecting to pressure washer PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENA...

Page 12: ...aring Pressure Washer For Use Connect water supply and turn water on 2 Pull trigger on spray gun and hold 3 When water supply is steady and constant engage safety latch To remove contaminants from the...

Page 13: ...first NOTE You must purchase a premeasured bottle of pump oil item number 190585GS by contacting the nearest authorized service center Change pump oil as follows 1 Drain engine oil and fuel from pres...

Page 14: ...his prevents freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals NOTE PumpSaver is available as an optional accessory It is not included with the pressure washer Contact the nearest authorized service cent...

Page 15: ...ay tip with high pressure spray tip 2 Clear inlet 3 Provide adequate water flow 4 Straighten inlet hose patch leak 5 Check and clean inlet hose strainer 6 Provide cooler water supply 7 Clear blocks in...

Page 16: ...4062GS KIT Pushnut 10 B4150GS KIT Spray Tips 11 185859GS WAND with Turbo Item Part Description 12 B3263GS GUN 13 185937GS KIT Handle Turbo Mount 14 192126GS KIT Vinyl Cap Base 15 192910GS KIT Bumper M...

Page 17: ...TTLE not shown A 190594GS KIT UNLOADER B 190670GS KIT WATER INLET C 190669GS KIT BREATHER TUBE D 193808GS KIT HEAD BRASS Item Part Description E 193806GS KIT CHECK VALVES F 190592GS KIT INLET CHECK G...

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Page 20: ...ng improper maintenance repair or storage so as in our judgment to adversely affect its performance and reliability This warranty also does not cover normal maintenance such as adjustments fuel system...

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