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STANLEY Electric Pressure Washers
Rev: Dec2010
TIPS FOR CLEANING
CAUTION
Before cleaning any surface, an inconspicuous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results.
If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping, use extreme caution as pressure washer may remove the loose paint from the surface.
When using on surfaces which might come in contact with food, flush surfaces with plenty of drinking water.
Decks
Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh water. If using
detergent, apply to surface at low pressure. For best results, limit your
work area to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet. Allow
detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to
dry on surface. Rinse at high pressure in a long sweeping motion
keeping the spray nozzle approximately 18-24 inches from the cleaning
surface. Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right. When
moving on to a new section of the cleaning surface, be sure to overlap
the previous section to eliminate stop marks and ensure a more even
cleaning result.
House Siding
(Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using detergent, apply to
surface at low pressure (for best results, limit your work area to
sections of approximately 6 feet and always apply detergent from
bottom to top). Allow detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do
not allow detergent to dry on surface, if surface appears to be drying,
simply wet down surface with fresh water. Rinse at high pressure from
top to bottom in an even sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle
approximately 18-24 inches from the cleaning surface.
Patio and Lawn Furniture
Pre-rinse furniture and surrounding area with fresh water. If using
detergent, apply to surface at low pressure. Allow detergent to remain
on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse
at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle
approximately 18-24 inches from the cleaning surface. For best results,
clean from top to bottom and from left to right.
Automobiles, RV’s, Boats, Motorcycles, ATV’s
Pre-rinse vehicle with fresh water. If using detergent, apply to surface at
low pressure. For best results, clean one side of vehicle at a time and
always apply detergent from bottom to top, do not allow detergent to
dry on surface. If needed, use special wash brush attachment (not
included) to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping
motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 18-24 inches from the
cleaning surface (distance should increase when rinsing pin-striping or
other sensitive surfaces). Always clean from top to bottom and from left
to right. For best results, wipe surface dry with a chamois or soft dry
cloth.
BBQ Grills, Gardening Tools, Mowers/Trimmers
Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using detergent or
Degreaser, apply detergent at low pressure. Allow detergent to remain
on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse
at high pressure keeping the spray nozzle approximately 18-24 inches
from the cleaning surface. For removing extremely stubborn dirt, it may
be necessary to move the spray nozzle even closer to the surface for
greater dirt cutting action.
Driveway, Sidewalks, Patios, Brick
Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using detergent or
Degreaser, apply to surface at low pressure. For best results, limit your
work area to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet. Allow
detergent or degreaser to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow
detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping
motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 18-24 inches from the
cleaning surface. Always clean from top to bottom and from left to
right.
