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Part 3 - Storage
Pump Storage
Water should not be allowed to remain in the pump for
long periods of time. Sediment can become deposited on
pump parts, resulting in pump ‘freeze-up’.
To protect the pump against water sediment buildup,
proceed as follows after each use:
1. If the chemical injection siphon was used, flush the system
as follows:
a. While running the pressure washer with the nozzle set
to low pressure mode, place the chemical siphon tube
and its strainer into a pail of clear water.
b. Permit siphon action to continue for two or three
minutes to flush the system.
c. Shut off the engine and let it cool. Squeeze the spray
gun trigger to relieve trapped line pressure. Then
remove all hoses.
WARNING:
Never start the engine or operate
the pump unless the proper water supply is
connected. Any attempt to run the pump without the
correct water supply will result in damage to the
pump.
2. With the engine RUN/STOP switch in the STOP position,
pull the engine’s recoil starter about six (6) times. This
should remove most of the liquid from the pump.
3. Drain water from the high pressure hose, then coil the
hose and stow it properly.
4. Store the unit in a clean, dry area.
Protection Against Freezing
To protect the pump against freezing, proceed as follows:
1. Draw automotive windshield washer fluid into the pump:
a. Connect a three (3) foot length of garden hose to the
pump inlet.
b. While holding the open hose end higher than the
pump, pour the washer fluid into the length of hose.
c. With the engine RUN/STOP switch in the STOP
position, pull the engine’s recoil starter handle two or
three times. This should replace most of the water in
the pump with anti-freeze solution.
Purging Air From the System
Prior to use, the pressure washer pump, hose, and spray gun
should be purged of air. To do this, proceed as follows:
1. Prepare the pressure washer for use as outlined in the
Owner’s Manual. Make sure a proper water supply is
connected and turned ON.
2. Put on your safety goggles and remove the wand from the
spray gun.
3. Pull the trigger on the gun and hold open.
4. When the water flow is steady and constant, release the
trigger to turn off the flow.
5. Reattach the wand to the gun.
The system is now ready for use.
Section 3 • General Information
Portable Pressure Washer Familiarization and Troubleshooting Guide
