11
Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump
NOTICE
DO NOT run the pump without the water supply
connected and turned on.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
NOTICE
Remove and discard the shipping caps from the
pump’s high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching
hoses.
1. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach quick connect
end of hose to base of spray gun. Pull down on collar
of quick connect, slide onto spray gun and let go of
collar. Tug on hose to be sure of tight connection.
2. Similarly, attach other end of high pressure hose to
high pressure outlet (
A
) on pump. Pull down on collar
of quick connect, slide onto pump and let go of collar.
Pull on hose to be sure of tight connection.
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (
B
). Clean screen if it contains debris or
have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT run pressure
washer if inlet screen is damaged.
4. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris.
NOTICE
DO NOT siphon standing water for the water
supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
NOTICE
Using a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check
valve) at pump inlet could cause pump or inlet connector
damage.
• There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden hose
between the pressure washer inlet and any device, such as a
vacuum breaker or check valve.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
5. Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in
length) to the water inlet. Tighten by hand.
6. Turn ON the water, press red button (
C
) on the gun and
squeeze the trigger to purge the pump system of air and
impurities.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed all
of the following.
1. Be sure to read
Operator Safety
and
Operation
sections
before using pressure washer.
2. Make sure handle is in place and secure.
3. Check that oil has been added to proper level in the
engine crankcase.
4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
5. Check for properly tightened hose connections.
6. Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage
to high pressure hose.
7. Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
B
C
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that
this equipment produces could cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious
injury and possible amputation.
• NEVER connect high pressure hose to nozzle extension.
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun
while system is pressurized.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are
correctly attached.
WARNING
Risk of eye injury.
Spray could splash back or propel objects
resulting in serious injury.
• Always wear indirect vented (chemical splash) safety goggles
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when using or in vicinity of
this equipment.
• NEVER substitute safety glasses or dry-condition goggles for
indirect vented safety goggles.
A
Not
for
Reproduction
