Simoniz Simoniz A08989, Operator'S Manual

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A08989
1. Shut off the pressure washer
and turn off the water supply.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire to
ensure the unit will not start while
performing maintenance.
3. Pull trigger on gun handle to
relieve any water pressure.
4. Disconnect the wand from the
gun.
5. Remove the nozzle from the end
of the wand with the 2mm hex
key provided as shown in Fig. 20.
6. Clean the nozzle
using the
nozzle cleaner provided or a
straightened paper clip. Insert
into the nozzle end and work
back and forth until obstruction is
removed. (see Fig. 21)
7. Direct water supply into nozzle
end
to backflush loosened particles
for 30 seconds. (see Fig. 22)
8. Reconnect spark plug wire
9. Reassemble the nozzle to
the wand. Tighten securely to
prevent leaks.
10. Reconnect wand to gun and
turn on water supply.
11. Start pressure washer
and
place wand into high pressure
setting to test.
MAINTENANCE
NOZZLE CLEANING
If the nozzle becomes clogged
with foreign matter, such as dirt,
excessive pressure may develop. If
the nozzle becomes partially clogged
or restricted, the pump pressure will
pulsate. Clean the nozzle immediately
using the nozzle kit supplied and the
following instructions:
When performing
maintenance, you
may be exposed to hot surfaces,
water pressure, or moving parts
that can cause serious injury or
death!
B
EFORE P ERFORM ING ANY M AINTENANCE
OR REP AIR
,
DISCONNECT SP ARK P LUG
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,
LET ENGINE COOL AND RELEASE
ALL W ATER P RESSURE
. T
HE ENGINE
CONTAINS
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AM M ABLE FUEL
. DO NOT
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W HILE P ERFORM ING M AINTENANCE
.
To ensure efficient operation and
longer life of your pressure washer, a
routine maintenance schedule should
be prepared and followed. If the
pressure washer is used in unusual
conditions, such as high-temperatures
or dusty conditions, more frequent
maintenance checks will be required.
ENGINE
Consult the Engine Owner's
Manual for the manufacturer's
recommendations for any and all
maintenance.
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
PUMP
The pump on this unit is
maintenance free and requires no oil.
If there is a problem with the pump
call 1-866-4SIMONIZ (1 866 474 6664).