18- ENG
CONNECTIONS
Connections on pressure washer hoses, gun and spray wand should be cleaned
regularly and lubricated with light oil or lithium grease to prevent leakage and
damage to the o-rings.
NOzzLE CLEANING (FIG. 15)
If the nozzle becomes clogged with foreign materials, 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:
1. Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water supply.
2. Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve any water pressure.
3. Disconnect the spray wand from the gun.
4. Remove the high pressure nozzle (K) from the spray
15
k
k
N
wand. Remove any obstructions with the nozzle cleaning
tool provided and backflush with clean water.
5. Direct water supply (N) into nozzle to backflush 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 pressure washer and place spray wand into high
pressure setting to test.
CLEAN THE WATER INLET FILTER (FIG. 10)
This screen filter should be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary.
1. Remove filter by grasping end and removing it from water inlet of pump.
2. Clean filter by flushing it with water on both sides.
3. Re-insert filter into water inlet of pump.
NOTE:
Convex side faces out.
NOTE:
Do not operate the pressure washer without filter properly installed.
STORAGE
ENGINE
Consult the
Engine Owner's Manual
for manufacturer’s recommendations for
storage.
PUMP
The manufacturer recommends using SIMPSON
®
/ POWERWASHER
®
Pump
Guard or equivalent when storing the unit for more than 30 days and/or when
freezing temperatures are expected. SIMPSON
®
/ POWERWASHER
®
Pump Guard
is environmentally friendly.
NOTE:
Using pump guard helps provide proper lubrication to the internal seals of
the pump regardless of temperature or environment.
NOTICE:
Risk of property damage. Use only SIMPSON
®
/ POWERWASHER
®
Pump Guard or equivalent. Other products could be corrosive and/or contain alco
-
hol which may cause pump damage.
pRESSURE WASHER
1. Drain all water from high pressure hose and wrap it onto hose wrap.
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