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RINSING PRESSURE
THIS PRESSURE WASHER HAS A DETERGENT
TANK INCORPORATED.
IMPORTANT: This pressure washer is intend-
ed for use with special pressure washer deter-
gents only. Do not use powdered soaps, which
clog the injection system. Follow the detergent
manufacturer’s directions.
IMPORTANT: Working with a detergent en-
sures quick soaking of the dirt, and allows the
high-pressure water to penetrate and remove
the dirt more effectively. Always spray deter-
gent on a dry surface, do not presoak the area.
Soaking the surface dilutes the detergent and
reduces its cleaning ability.
• When using detergent , always use the black
detergent nozzle.
• When applying detergents, always operate
the unit at a low water pressure (throttle le-
ver set to LOW position).This provides a gentle
application of the detergent, with the water
pressure equivalent to a garden hose. Always
test the detergent in a concealed area before
use.
• The liquid detergent will be mixed with wa-
ter automatically, and discharged through the
detergent nozzle at a low pressure.
Cleaning and Applying Detergent
To apply detergent, follow these steps:
· Review use of spray tips.
· Prepare detergent solution as required by job.
· Place small filter end of detergent siphoning
tube into detergent container.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is fully submerged
in detergent while applying detergent.
· Make sure black spray tip is installed.
NOTE: Detergent cannot be applied with the
high pressure spray tips (only black).
· Make sure garden hose is connected to wa-
ter inlet. Check that high pressure hose is con-
nected to spray gun and pump. Turn on water.
· Start engine following instructions How to
Start Your Pressure Washer.
· Apply detergent to a
dry surface, starting at
lower portion of area
to be washed and
work upward, using
long, even overlap-
ping strokes.
· Allow detergent to “soak in” for 3-5 minutes
before washing and rinsing. Reapply as needed
to prevent surface from drying. DO NOT allow
detergent to dry on (prevents streaking).
IMPORTANT: You must flush the detergent
siphoning system after each use by placing the
filter into a bucket of clean water, then run the
pressure washer in low pressure for 1-2 mins.
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Regular maintenance will improve the per-
formance and extend the life of the pressure
washer. The pressure washer’s warranty does
not cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain the pressure washer as instructed in
this manual and in the engine manual, includ-
ing proper storage as detailed in Winter Stor-
age and Long Term Storage.
NOTE: Should you have questions about re-
placing components on your pressure washer,
please contact dealer for assistance.
· Some adjustments will need to be made pe-
riodically to properly maintain your pressure
washer. Check the spray gun and extension
wand assembly for wear.
· All maintenance in this manual and the en-
gine operator’s manual should be made at
least once each season.
· Once a year you should clean or replace the
spark plug, clean or replace the air filter. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure proper
fuel-air mixture and help your engine run bet-
ter and last longer. Please refer to your engine
operator’s manual for more details.
PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE
Clean Debris
Daily or before use, clean accumulated debris
from cleaning system. Keep linkage, spring and
controls clean. Keep area around and behind
muffler free from any combustible debris.
Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the
pressure washer. These openings must be kept
clean and unobstructed.
NOTICE: Improper treatment of pressure wash-
er can damage it and shorten its life. DO NOT
insert any objects through cooling slots.
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