Operating Guide

100382 - 2600 PSI PRESSURE WASHER
MAINTENANCE
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Cleaning the Pressure Washer
 CAUTION
DO NOT spray the pressure washer with water.
Water can contaminate the fuel system and can enter the
engine through the cooling slots and damage the engine.
1. Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the pressure
washer.
2. Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil.
3. Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt and debris
from the pressure washer.
4. Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they
are clean and unobstructed.
Cleaning Spray Nozzle
Detach the quick connect nozzle from the wand. Use a small
wire rod (paper clip) to loosen up any particles in the quick
connect nozzle and flush with water.
To prevent accidental starting, remove and ground spark plug
wire before performing any service.
Changing the Engine Oil
Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil
specification to select the proper grade of oil for your operating
environment.
1. Remove the oil drain plug with a 12 mm socket and
extension (not included).
2. Allow the oil to drain completely.
3. Replace the drain plug.
4. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
5. Add up to 0.6 qt. (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/
dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management
facility.
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NOTICE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil
about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. If using
the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick
while checking.
Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug(s)
1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
2. Use a spark plug socket tool (not included), or a
21 mm (13/16 in.) (not included) socket to remove the plug.
3. Inspect the electrode on the plug It must be clean and not
worn to produce the spark required for ignition
4. Make certain the spark plug gap is
0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in.).
0.7 - 0.8 mm
0.028 - 0.031 in.
5. Refer to the spark plug types in Specifications when
replacing the plug.
6. Carefully thread the plug into the engine
7. Use the spark plug socket tool (not included), or a
21 mm (13/16 in.) (not included) socket to install the plug.
8. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.
Cleaning the Air Filter
1. Using your fingers, unscrew the thumb screws of the top
holes of the air filter cover.
2. Remove the plastic outer casing.
3. Remove the foam element.
4. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze thoroughly dry
in a clean cloth.
5. Saturate in clean engine oil.
6. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all excess
oil.
7. Place the filter in the assembly.