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  Operating Instructions and Parts List 

AR383

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Risk of 

Electrocution

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Inspect cord before using - Do 
not use if cord is damaged.

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Keep all electrical connections 
dry and off the ground.

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Do not touch plug with wet 
hands.

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This product is provided with a 
ground fault circuit interrupter 
built into the power cord plug.  
If replacement of the plug 
or cord is needed, use only 
identical replacement parts.

• 

Do not spray electrical 
apparatus and wiring.

Risk of Injection 

or Sever Injury

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High pressure.  Keep clear 
of nozzle.  Do not discharge 
streams at persons or animals.

• 

Never put hand or fingers over 
spray tip while operating the 
unit.

• 

Never try to stop or deflect 
leaks with any body part.

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Always engage the trigger 
safety latch in the safe position 
when spraying is stopped even 
if only for a few moments.

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Point gun in safe direction.  
Unit will start spraying when 
trigger is squeezed if ‘on/off’ 
switch is in “ON” position.

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Discharge pressure - When ‘on/
off’ switch is in “OFF” position, 
pressure may still exist in unit.  
To discharge pressure, point 
gun in safe direction and 
squeeze trigger.

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Risk of Explosion

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Do not spray flammable liquids.

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Never use in areas containing 
combustible dust, liquids, or 
vapors.

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High pressure - Gun kicks back - 
Hold gun with both hands.

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Keep hose away from sharp 
objects.  Bursting hoses may 
cause injury.  Examine hose 
regularly and replace if 
damaged.  Do not attempt to 
mend a damaged hose.

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ote

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Use only detergents specifically 
formulated for pressure 
washers.  Always follow 
detergent manufacturer’s 
label recommendations for 
proper use of detergents.  
Always protect eyes, skin, 
and respiratory system from 
detergent.

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For either indoor or outdoor 
use.  Store indoors and where 
temperature stays above 
freezing.

• 

Unplug unit when not in use.

• 

Pressure washer is not meant 
to pump hot water.  Do not 
connect to hot water supply.

• 

Never leave the unit 
unattended while it is plugged 
in.

• 

Always turn water supply “ON” 
before turning pressure washer 
“ON”.  Running pump dry 
causes damage.

Summary of Contents for AR383

Page 1: ...ntains information that is very important to know and understand This information is provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS To help recognize this information observe the following symbols Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided MAY result...

Page 2: ...8 6 3 4 5 5A 7 1 9 10 Hose reel for Storage Use only Package Content 1 Pressure Water Unit 2 Manual 3 Adjustable Spray Nozzle 4 Turbo Nozzle 5 Gun 6 Detergent Tank 7 Nozzle Cleaning Tool 8 High Pressure Hose 9 Garden Hose Fitting 10 Accessories Holder Gun Safety Button 5A ...

Page 3: ... to use Any repair or replacement of the power cord must be performed by a qualified licensed or certified electrical technician 12 Never use an extension cord with this product 13 The power cord on this product contains chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling 14 To reduce the risk of injury cl...

Page 4: ...ch is in ON position Discharge pressure When on off switch is in OFF position pressure may still exist in unit To discharge pressure point gun in safe direction and squeeze trigger Important Safety Instructions cont Risk of Explosion Do not spray flammable liquids Never use in areas containing combustible dust liquids or vapors High pressure Gun kicks back Hold gun with both hands Keep hose away f...

Page 5: ... Never disconnect the high pressure discharge hose from the machine while the system is pressurized To depressurize machine turn power and water supply off then press gun trigger 2 3 times Never permanently engage the trigger mechanism on the gun Never operate the machine without all components properly connected to the machine handle gun wand assembly nozzle etc Equipment damage ALWAYS turn water...

Page 6: ...gnificantly reduce the life of the pump NEVER store the pressure washer outdoors or where it could freeze The pump will be seriously damaged Release trigger when changing from high to low pressure modes Failure to do so could result in damage Keep hose away from sharp objects Bursting hoses may cause injury Examine hoses regularly and replace if damaged Do not attempt to mend a damaged hose 1 Remo...

Page 7: ... as shown 14 THIS MUST BE DONE EACH TIME THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN AN OUTLET 15 To unlock gun trigger push lock right to left 16 Pull trigger then turn on power switch located on back of pres sure washer 17 Spray pattern shape and inten sity can be changed by twisting the spray adjuster at the end of the lance KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF THE FRONT OF THE LANCE TO PREVENT INJURY NOTE Turbo nozzle is not adjus...

Page 8: ...directly to the gun Remove lance before attaching 19 Attach detergent bottle the same as the lance by pushing into gun and turning clockwise at the same time Reverse for removing 20 The use of detergents can dramatically reduce cleaning time and assist in the removal of difficult stains Some deter gents have been customized for pressure washer use on specific cleaning tasks These deter gents are a...

Page 9: ...28 Wrap power cord around acces sories holder in slots proved on sides and bottom 29 Place gun in left slot lances are placed in center slots and garden hose adapter is placed in right slot on holder 30 Unlock hose reel by pulling handle out 31 Turn handle so knob is point ing to the front of the machine NOTE Hose reel is for storage only Pump Garden Hose Garden Hose Adapter Hose Reel Instructions...

Page 10: ...tions Cont Hose Reel is for Storage Only 37 Wind until hose end catches at the top of the reel 38 Push handle in to lock reel A clogged or partially clogged noz zle can cause a significant reduction of water coming out of the nozzle and cause the unit to pulsate while spraying To clean out the nozzle Turn off the unit Turn off the water supply Relieve any pressure trapped in the hose by squeezing ...

Page 11: ...en hold the nozzle at a 45 angle to the cleaning surface Trigger the gun 3 Vary the fan pattern spray angle and the distance to the cleaning surface until optimum cleaning efficiency is achieved Safety Always turn the ON OFF switch to OFF then trigger gun to release hose pressure before unplugging the power cord Risk of equipment damage Al ways make sure the ON OFF switch on the unit is OFF and un...

Page 12: ... to top On particularly tough stains it may be necessary to use a brush in com bination with detergents and high pressure rinsing Troubleshooting Unit will not turn on Reset GFCI Plug Turn power switch on Try another outlet Pull trigger gun see pg 7 for TSS operation No water flow Check water source Clogged nozzle see nozzle cleaning instructions pg 10 ...

Page 13: ...nt Tank AR3080160 1 2 Hose QC AR50969 1 3 Gun AR50968 1 4 Adjustable Lance Nozzle AR50975 1 5 Turbo Lance Nozzle AR50976 1 6 Switch Assembly AR3080170 1 7 Garden Hose Fitting with filter AR2605 1 8 Electric Cord w GFCI DX2731301100 1 Pump Spare Part Kits Water Seals Valves AR3081290 Pre Assembly TSS AR3082350 Replacement Parts ...

Page 14: ...Operating Instructions and Parts List AR383 14 www arnorthamerica com Notes ...

Page 15: ...Operating Instructions and Parts List AR383 15 www arnorthamerica com Notes ...

Page 16: ...ntal or commercial applications Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the pressure washer as described in the owner s manual Warranty Returns Items returned for warranty consideration must have a Returned Merchandise Authorization RMA number and proof of purchase All unauthorized returns will be refused and shipped back to sender Freight costs if any must be paid by the purchaser...

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