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Assembly & Initial Set-Up Instructions
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STEP 3. INITIAL PUMP & ENGINE PREPARATION
Prepare Water Pump Verify pump oil level
.
NOTICE
:
The pump is shipped with oil.
1.
Verify that oil level is half way up the sight
glass (or at the indicator line on the dip stick).
2.
If oil level is low, fill with SAE Non-detergent
30wt. oil.
3.
Replace oil fill dipstick.
Check Engine Oil Check the engine oil before starting the pressure washer
.
NOTICE
:
The engine is shipped with oil. You must check oil before use.
Refer to the engine manual to locate oil-fill port and for instructions on filling. Use the oil grade and quantity specified
in the engine manual.
Prepare High PSI Hose on
Hose Reel
Completely unwrap / unwind the high-pressure hose from the hose reel.
NOTICE
:
New hose will “grow” when charged for the first time and should always be charged one time before being
wrapped on the reel.
STEP 4. CONNECTING THE BATTERY
Unit is supplied with a battery, but not connected for shipping.
The
engine will not run unless a battery is connected.
Follow the steps below for connecting and disconnecting the battery.
If replacing the existing battery, a 12-volt standard, top-post mount, automotive battery (Group 75/86) with a minimum 24
amp-hour rating should be used. The battery should be installed in the protective battery box located near the engine. The
inside dimensions of the battery compartment are 11-1/8" L x 7-3/4" W x 10-1/8" H.
WARNING:
Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can cause electric shock. Caution must
be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an
explosion. ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules and instructions listed below.
General Battery Safety
Rules
•
ALWAYS use eye protection and protective clothing when handling batteries.
•
NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.
•
NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any other non-insulated tools.
•
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water and neutralize with baking soda.
Connecting the Battery
Always connect the cables in the following sequence to avoid shock:
1)
Find the battery cables located inside the battery compartment.
2)
Connect the
red
cable to the
positive
(+)
terminal of the battery.
3)
Then connect the
black
cable to the
negative
(-)
terminal of the battery.
Disconnecting the Battery
Always disconnect cables in the following sequence to avoid shock:
1)
First, disconnect the
black
cable from the
negative
(-)
terminal of the battery.
2)
Next, disconnect the
red
cable from the
positive
(+)
terminal of the battery.
3)
Remove the battery from the battery compartment.
Oil fill dipstick
Sight glass
Oil drain hose