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10- ENG 

A07708

HOW TO APPLY CHEMICALS 

AND CLEANING SOLVENTS 

Applying chemicals or cleaning 

solvents is a low pressure operation. 

NOTE:

 Use only soaps and chemicals 

designed for pressure washer use. 

Do 

not use bleach.
To Apply chemicals:
1.  Press chemical 

hose

 onto 

barbed fitting 

located near high 

pressure hose 

connection of 

pump as shown.

2.  Place other end 

of chemical 

hose with filter on it into container 

holding chemical/cleaning 

solution. 

NOTE:

 For every 7 

gallons of water pumped 1 gallon 

of chemical/cleaning solution will 

be used.

3.  Install low pressure (black) 

nozzle

 into quick connect fitting 

of spray wand, see How To Use 

Spray Wand paragraph in this 

section.

4.  After use of chemicals,

 place 

chemical hose into container 

of clean water and draw 

clean water through chemical 

injection system to rinse 

system thoroughly. If chemicals 

remain in the pump it could be 

damaged. Pumps damaged due 

to chemicals will not be covered 

under warranty.

NOTE: 

Chemicals and soaps will not 

siphon when spray wand is in the high 

pressure setting.

CHANGING NOZZLES ON SPRAY 

WAND

Risk of Flying 

Object could 

cause risk of serious injury. DO 

NOT attempt to change nozzles 

while pressure washer is running.  

Turn engine off before changing 

nozzles.
1.  

  Pull quick 

connect coupler 

back and insert 

nozzle.

2.

  Release quick 

connect coupler 

and twist nozzle to make sure it 

is secure in coupler.

Risk of Flying 

Object could 

cause risk of serious injury.  Ensure 

nozzle is completely inserted in 

QC socket, and QC snap ring is 

fully engaged (forward) before 

squeezing gun trigger.

Risk of injection or 

injury to person. 

Do not direct discharge stream 

toward persons, unprotected 

skin, eyes, or any pets or animals. 

Serious injury can occur.

Barbed Fitting

Summary of Contents for A07708-0412-0

Page 1: ...No A07708 0412 0 ESPA OL P GINA 19 FRAN AIS PAGE 37 To learn more about Porter Cable visit our website at http www porter cable com PCH2800C Copyright 2004 Porter Cable Corporation The Model and Seria...

Page 2: ...other similar items then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California It is a violation of California statutes section 130050 and or sections 4442 an...

Page 3: ...a location occupied by humans or animals Some cleaning fluids contain substances which could cause injury to skin eyes or lungs Use only cleaning uids speci cally recom mended for high pressure washe...

Page 4: ...re washers Wear protective clothing to protect eyes and skin from contact with sprayed materials Use of acids toxic or corrosive chemicals poisons insecticides or any kind of ammable solvent with this...

Page 5: ...HOW TO PREVENT IT Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to serious injury or death to you or others Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive compound Become familiar with the o...

Page 6: ...dle assembly and push each nozzle holder into place 5 Remove ve colored quick connect nozzles from plastic bag and insert them into correct grommet on the nozzle holder NOTE Nozzles are color coded to...

Page 7: ...e pump to mix with the water See How To Apply Chemicals Cleaning Solvents instructions in this section Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various con...

Page 8: ...xes cleaners or cleaning solvents with the water to improve cleaning effectiveness Water Supply All pressure washers must have a source of water The minimum requirements for a water supply are 20 PSI...

Page 9: ...h enough to penetrate human and animal esh which could result in amputation or other serious injury Leaks caused by loose ttings or worn or damaged hoses can result in injection injuries DO NOT TREAT...

Page 10: ...through chemical injection system to rinse system thoroughly If chemicals remain in the pump it could be damaged Pumps damaged due to chemicals will not be covered under warranty NOTE Chemicals and s...

Page 11: ...er on spray gun to relieve any water pressure in hose or spray gun 5 See Storage section in this manual for proper storage procedures STARTING Prior to starting refer to your engine manual for proper...

Page 12: ...hecks will be required ENGINE Consult the Engine Owners Manual for the manufacturer s recommendations for any and all maintenance NOTE The frame is equipped with an oil drain hole to help make changin...

Page 13: ...ith clean water 5 Direct water supply into spray wand to back ush loosened particles for 30 seconds 6 Reassemble the nozzle to the wand 7 Reconnect spray wand to gun and turn on water supply 8 Start p...

Page 14: ...y also be used PRESSURE WASHER 1 Drain all water from high pressure hose coil it and store it in cradle of the pressure washer handle 2 Drain all water from spray gun and wand by holding spray gun in...

Page 15: ...ter source from the pump inlet and turn the water source on to remove all air from the hose When there is a steady stream of water present turn water source off Re connect water source to pump inlet a...

Page 16: ...oose hose connection Loose connections Tighten Piston packings worn Have replaced by AWSC Worn or broken o rings Have replaced by AWSC Pump head or tubes damaged from freezing Have replaced by AWSC Wi...

Page 17: ...17 ENG A07708 NOTES...

Page 18: ...purchaser Air compressors with 60 and 80 gallon tanks will be inspected at the site of installation Contact the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center that provides on site service c...

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