Product Manual

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Cold Water Gas • Rev. 12/05/2017
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Perform pre-start maintenance inspection on all applicable systems prior to operating the
machine. This is essential for safe, effective and efficient operation. You will get optimum
performance from your system ONLY if these instructions and inspections are followed. Any
indication that the pressure washing system was not operated and maintained according to these
instructions may result in voiding the manufacturers’ warranty.
Location – These machines are gasoline powered and must be used outside in a well ventilated
area.
Controls – Make sure all controls are turned to the off position.
Pump – Oil Level - Ensure that the pressure washer is on a level surface. Check oil level on dip
stick. If the level is low, add the correct oil to the proper level. USE ONLY SAE 30 W NON-
DETERGENT OIL OR HYDRAULIC 68. DO NOT OVER FILL.
Gas Engine - Gasoline Level – The engine is a 4 cycle and uses regular octane, unleaded fuel.
DO NOT USE MIXED FUEL. Refer to the engine operation manual included with your
pressure-washing unit.
Gas engine - oil level – The engine is a 4 cycle and uses 10W30 detergent oil. Refer to Glossary
or engine manual.
Diesel engine – Refer to engine operation manual included with your high pressure cleaning
equipment for oil and fuel recommendations.
Visually inspect all electrical components to assure they are in good condition, showing No
signs of exposure, breakage or splicing.
Visually inspect all hoses, nozzles and guns to assure they are in good condition. If
replacements are necessary they must be rated to withstand the machine’s operating
pressure.
2. Attach high-pressure hose to water outlet quick coupler Attach the other end of high pressure
hose (with quick coupler) to gun and wand assembly. Ensure that coupler connections are tightly
locked together. Apply a sharp pull on hose to confirm they are secured.
Attach wand nozzle specific to task requirements (i.e. chemical or high pressure).
[Quick Coupling Operation – Pull back sleeve end and insert male end into nozzle quick coupler,
release sleeve and confirm connection by pulling on nozzle].
3. Attach water source to water inlet located on pump. The water source must be attached with a
good quality standard garden type hose (1/2” minimum is required). Connect male fitting into
water inlet on pump. Make sure that the inlet screen/filter is intact and fitted correctly. Turn on
water source. WATER MUST BE IN SUFFICIENT SUPPLY, AND PRESSURE MUST BE
BETWEEN 20 –60 PSI TO ENSURE PROPER AND SAFE OPERATION. Specific attention
should be given if using a well water supply. Ensure water is flowing from end nozzle with
trigger gun pulled. Deplete system of all air.
**Quick Coupler Operation – Pull back sleeve end and insert male end into nozzle quick
coupler, release sleeve and confirm connection by pulling on nozzle.