P.I.T. PHP170-C, Operation Manual

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High Pressure Cleaner
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– Remove quick coupler fi tting from garden
hose and attach to the nipple portion of the
fi tting installed on the pressure cleaner for
storage.
– Remove excess water from the pump by
tipping the unit on both sides to drain any
remaining water from inlet and outlet fit-
tings.
–
Remove water intake filter and flush with
water to remove dirt or debris. Return fi lter
once cleaned.
– Drain detergent reservoir and flush with
running water.
–
Wipe away any remaining water on all
parts and fi ttings.
– Engage the gun safety lock.
– Store the pressure cleaner, parts, and
accessories in an area with a temperature
above 0°C (32°F).
Winterizing and long-term storage
Follow all of the above shut-down proce-
dures,adding the following steps.
After disconnecting the water supply, and
before disconnecting the high-pressure hose,
turn the pressure cleaner on for 2-3 seconds,
until any remaining water in the pump exits.
Turn unit off immediately.
– Continued use of the pressure cleaner
without water supply attached will cause
severe damage to the unit!
– Always store the pressure cleaner, parts,
and accessories in an area with a tem-
perature above 0°C (32°F).
WARNING: failure to comply with these stor-
age instructions will result in damage to the
pump assembly.
Maintenance
– This pressure cleaner is supplied with a
closed lubrication system, so no addition
of oil is needed.
–
Check all hoses and accessories for dam-
age prior to use.
– Check the inlet fi lter periodically for depos-
its.Clean this filter regularly for maximum
performance.
Cleaning tips
WARNING:
always test the spray in an area
free and clear of people and objects before
you spray at the intended cleaning surface.
Wood and vinyl decks
Rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh
water.If using detergent, fi ll the detergent res-
ervoir and apply to the area being cleaned at
low pressure.For optimal results, reduce your
work area to smaller sections and clean each
section one at a time.Allow the detergent to
rest on the surface for a few minutes and then
rinse at high pressure. Do not let the cleanser
dry.
Always clean from left to right and top to
bottom for best results. Rinse at high pres-
sure using the fan spray keeping the tip of
the spray nozzle at least 6-9 inches from the
cleaning surface.Maintain a further distance
from the cleaning area when using a direct
spray.
Caution: For softer woods, increase the dis-
tance from the cleaning area.
Cement patios, stone, and brick
Rinse cleaning and surrounding area with
fresh water.If using detergent, fill the deter-
gent reservoir and apply to the area being
cleaned at low pressure.Rinse at high pres-
sure using the fan spray in a sweeping motion
keeping the tip of the spray nozzle at least 3-6
inches from the cleaning surface. Maintain a
further distance from the cleaning area when
using a direct spray.
Cars, boats, and motorcycles
Rinse cleaning and surrounding area with
fresh water.If using detergent,fi ll the detergent
reservoir and apply to the area being cleaned
at low pressure.To achieve the best results,
clean one side at a time.Allow the detergent
to rest on the surface for a few minutes,but do
not let the detergent dry.Rinse at high pres-
sure using the fan spray in a sweeping motion
keeping the tip of the spray nozzle at least 8
inches from the cleaning surface. Maintain a
further distance from the cleaning area when
using a direct spray.Wipe surface dry for a
polished fi nish.
Barbecue grills, power equipment,
and garden tools
Rinse cleaning and surrounding area with
fresh water.If using detergent,fi ll the detergent
reservoir and apply to the area being cleaned
at low pressure.Allow the detergent to rest on
the surface for a few minutes, but do not let
the detergent dry.Rinse at high pressure us-
ing the fan spray keeping the tip of the spray
nozzle at least 1-3 inches from the cleaning
surface.Maintain a further distance from the
cleaning area when using a direct spray.