Power Stroke PS80314E, Operator'S Manual

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Page 10 — English
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove
fuel cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot
engine. Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level sur-
face and only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let
the unit cool for at least five minutes before adding fuel.
After fueling, immediately replace fuel cap and tighten
securely. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before
starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open
flames and sparks! Failure to follow these instructions
could result in a fire and cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank, or lines
are a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If
you find any leaks, correct the problem before using the
product. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could
cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: This is a 4-cycle engine. Do not mix fuel and lu-
bricant together.
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Move the fuel valve to the CLOSED position.

Mix fuel stabilizer with gasoline according to fuel stabilizer
manufacturer’s directions.

Before removing the fuel cap, clean the area around it.
Remove the fuel cap.

Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank then slowly pour
gasoline into the tank. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 in.
below the top of the tank neck (this allows for fuel expan-
sion).
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Replace fuel cap and tighten securely.

Clean up any spills before starting the engine.
ELECTRIC START
This pressure washer model is provided with both electric
start and recoil start capabilities. Avoid prolonged cranking,
as it can damage the engine.
The battery provided is a nominal 12 volt sealed rechargeable
lead-acid battery and can be operated in any position without
leakage. It complies with non-spillable battery regulations.
NOTE: This pressure washer is shipped with the battery
cable disconnected. The battery cable must be connected
before the Electric Start feature will work.
For initial battery connection, see
Connecting The Battery
in the Assembly section.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE
WASHER
See Figures 10 - 13.
NOTICE:
Do not run the pressure washer without water supply
connected and turned on, as this may damage the high
pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely
unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the
hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other
objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the
pressure washer.
Before starting the engine:

Connect all hoses.
NOTE: Make sure the pressure washer’s water intake
screen is in place and unclogged before connecting
garden hose.

Check all fluids (lubricant and gas).


Turn on the garden hose then pull the trigger to relieve air
pressure; hold the trigger until a steady stream of water
appears.
NOTE:
Make sure the faucet is turned on fully and that
there are no kinks or leaks in the hose.
To start the engine:

Turn the fuel valve to the OPEN position.

Put the engine switch/choke in the START (cold start)
position.
NOTE:
If restarting after a brief stop (i.e., after refueling or
moving), leave the engine switch/choke in the RUN (hot
re-start) position.

Press the start button to start the engine.
NOTE:
The battery may require charging before the pres-
sure washer can be started using only the start button.

The pressure washer can also be started by pulling the
starter grip and rope until the engine runs.

Grasp the starter grip and rope and pull slowly until resis-
tance is felt. Give the starter grip and rope a short, brisk
pull to start the engine.
NOTE: Do not allow the starter grip and rope to snap
back after starting; return it gently to its original place.
NOTICE:
If the starter grip and rope becomes difficult to pull,
squeeze the trigger to relieve water pressure before at-
tempting to start the engine again.
OPERATION