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OPERATION AND USE
FUEL AND FUEL TANK:
Only use unleaded petrol or fuel with an octane number over
86. Using unleaded petrol or fuel will decrease the possibility of
producing carbon deposit and prolong the engines service life.
Never use old or polluted petrol or fuel or a mixture of petrol and
engine oil. Make sure the fuel is free of dirt and water.
CAUTION:
Handle fuel with care because it can damage plastic and painted
surfaces.
Remove the fuel filler cap and check the fuel level.
If the fuel lever is too low, refuel the tank. Remember when
adding fuel do not fill over the fuel filter shoulder.
WARNING:
Petrol is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions. Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine
stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames and sparks in the area
where petrol is stored or where the fuel tank is refuelled.
After refuelling make sure the fuel cap is returned securely.
Be careful not to spill fuel when refuelling. Spilled fuel or fuel
vapour may ignite. If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry
before starting the engine.
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FUEL TANK FILTER (Fig.29):
After every 150 hours of running or every three months the fuel
tank filter should be removed and cleaned.
Remove the fuel tank filler cap and the filter, clean the filter
thoroughly using environmentally friendly water based degreasing
agent and re-fit.
AIR FILTER (Fig.32):
After every 100 hours of running or every month, the air filter should
be removed and examined for deterioration and cleaned. Clean
the air filter thoroughly using environmentally friendly water based
degreasing agent. Allow to dry fully then replace the air filter.
Never run the engine without the air filter fitted.
STORAGE:
If the engine is not to be used or is to be stored for more than one
month the following storage procedure should be carried out.
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Drain all the fuel from the fuel tank and the carburettor ensure
that all the fuel has been removed.
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Remove the spark plug and pour approximately one
tablespoon full of clean engine oil into the spark plug hole.
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With the ignition turned OFF gently pull on the recoil starter
cord several times.
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Re-fit the spark plug and continue to pull the recoil starter
cord until the piston is on the compression stroke (when
resistance is felt) then stop pulling.
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Store the pressure washer in a dry well ventilated place under
a cover to prevent any dust or debris from accumulating on
the pressure washer.
WINTER AND LONG TERM STORAGE:
If the pressure washer is not to be used for more than 3 months or
if there is a danger of ice or frost during winter months the pump
unit will require protection to prevent seizing and damage caused
by freezing.
OIL LEVEL SWITCH:
The engine oil alarm is designed to prevent the operator starting
the engine when the oil in the crankcase is insufficient.
Running with
insufficient oil will damage the engine. Once the oil
level in the crankcase is too low, the engine oil alarm will stall the
engine automatically to avoid damage while the engine switch is
still ON.
FIG. 31
FIG. 32
To protect the pump unit mix a solution of automotive
antifreeze as recommended on the antifreeze packaging.
Carefully pour the solution into the pressure washer pump
inlet.
When the solution drains out of the outlet, seal the outlet with
a cork or other suitable bung. Continue to pour the antifreeze
solution into the inlet until the pump is full then seal the inlet with
a cork or other suitable bung
When the pressure washer is to be used for the first time
following the antifreeze protection ensure that all the antifreeze
is flushed out of the pump, hose and lance.
When the pressure washer is first started small leaks may occur
from the pump. These will disappear after a short time.
