Engine Operation/Cleaning and Maintenance
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6.3 Starting Engine
See Section
5.4 Starting Pressure Washer
to start the pressure washer.
1. Turn 3 in 1
switch to the “
Choke
” position.
2. Locate recoil cord and pull slowly until resistance
is felt. At this point, pull rapidly to start engine.
3. Once engine starts, turn the 3 in 1 switch back to
“
FAST
” position.
6.4 Stopping Engine
1. Turn 3 in 1
switch to the “
STOP
” position quickly.
7. C
LEANNING AND
M
AINTENANCE
7.1 Cleaning Water Inlet Filter
• This pressure washer is equipped with a water inlet
filter.
• The water inlet filter must be kept clean at all times,
otherwise it can restrict the water flow to the pump unit
and damage it.
• Remove the quick-connect coupler from the water
inlet, then remove and clean the water inlet filter.
7.2 Engine Maintenance
Draining Engine Oil
The engine oil should be replaced after the first 20
hours of operation, or after the first month of use. After
that, it should be replaced every 100 hours or every
six months.
To drain the engine oil:
1. Loosen the oil tank dipstick (17).
2. Place an oil container underneath the opening on
the mainframe.
3. Remove the hex screw and drain the oil.
4. Once the oil has been completely drained, retighten
the hex screw and oil tank dipstick.
Recommended Engine Oil
Add oil as described in
Section 6.1 Adding/Checking
Oil.
CAUTION
DO NOT
operate this pressure washer without the
water inlet filter in place, as deposits could build up
internally and affect the functioning of the unit.
CAUTION
Return the starter cord handle (12) gently to its
starting position to prevent damage to the starter or
the housing.
IMPORTANT
Before each use:
• Check the oil and fuel level and fill if necessary.
• Make sure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and
air filter are in place and secured.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
IMPORTANT
If you have problems starting the pressure washer.
Call the Simoniz toll-free number at
1-866-4SIMONIZ
(1-866-474-6664) and one of our
customer service representatives will be glad to
assist you.
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