Generac Portable Products 1,700 PSI Pressure Washer
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS
The pressure washer warranty does not cover items that
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual.
• Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your pressure washer.
• All procedures described in the Maintenance section of
this manual should be performed at least once each
season.
• Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug
and clean or replace the air filter. A new spark plug and
clean air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer. Check the spray
gun and nozzle extension for wear.
Before Each Use
• Check engine oil level.
• Check water inlet screen for damage.
• Check high pressure hose for leaks.
• Check detergent siphon tube and filter for damage.
• Check spray gun and nozzle extension for leaks.
• Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris before
connecting to pressure washer.
PRESSURE WASHER
MAINTENANCE
Check and Clean Inlet Screen
Examine screen on the water inlet. Clean if the screen is
clogged or replace if screen is damaged.
Check High Pressure Hose
A high pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking,
or abuse. Inspect the hose each time before using it. Check
for cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, damage or
movement of couplings. If any of these conditions exist,
replace hose immediately.
DANGER!
Water spraying from a leak is capable
of injecting material into skin. Inspect hose each
time before using it. Never repair a high pressure
hose. Replace it with another hose that meets the
maximum pressure rating of your pressure washer.
Check Detergent Siphon Tube
Examine the filter on the detergent siphon tube and clean if
clogged. Tube should fit tightly on barbed fitting. Examine
tube for leaks or tears. Replace the filter or tube if either is
damaged.
Check Gun and Nozzle Extension
Examine hose connection to spray gun and make sure it is
secure. Test trigger by pressing it and making sure it springs
back into place when you release it. Put safety latch in ON
position and test trigger. You should not be able to press
trigger.
Check In-Line Filter
Refer to Figure 16 and service the in-line filter if it
becomes clogged, as follows:
Filter Screen
Nozzle Extension
O-ring
Figure 16 — Check In-Line Filter
