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CAUTION!
The use of a pump protector is
recommended to prevent cold weather damage during storage
over the winter months.
Hose reel
1. Unlock the hose reel by pulling out on the handle
(Fig. 21).
2. Turn the handle counterclockwise to wind the hose
(Fig. 22).
Winte long-term storage
If you must store your pressure washer in a location where
the temperature falls below 32ºF (0ºC), you can minimize the
chance of damage to your machine by utilizing the following
procedure:
•
Disconnect all water connections.
•
Turn on the pressure washer for a few seconds until the
remaining water in the pump exits. Turn off immediately.
•
Do not allow the high-pressure hose to become kinked.
•
Store the machine and accessories in a room that does
not reach freezing temperatures.
•
Do not store near a furnace or other sources of heat that
may dry out the pump seals.
• Operate the pressure washer with non-corrosive/non-toxic
anti-freeze, a pump saver, or a pump protector before
storing for the winter.
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WARNING!
Before reusing, completely flush the unit
out with clear water. Anti-freeze products can damage
paintwork, so you must ensure there is no anti-freeze left in the
system before using it again.
Maintenance
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CAUTION!
Before working on the pressure washer,
disconnect the plug from the power supply socket.
Clean the Adapter Filter and the Nozzle
1. To ensure good performance, check and clean the adapter
filter (Fig. 23). Remove the filter and rinse with warm water
to prevent any foreign matter from clogging the pump
(Fig. 24).
2. Clean the nozzle with the needle clean-out tool provided
(Fig. 25). Remove the spray wand from the gun; remove
any dirt from the nozzle hole and rinse.
Fig. 21
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
Hose reel
handle
Fig. 22
Hose reel
handle
Fig. 23
Adapter filter
Garden hose adapter
Fig. 24
Filter