Instruction Manual Model PWE-1800 Customer Help Line 1-800-673-1558 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the instructions before using this product.
Quick Start Guide Package Content: 1. Power washer unit 2. Manual 3. Nozzle cleaning wire (may be taped to the manual) 4. High pressure hose 5. Spray gun holder 6. Nozzle tray 7. Screws (1 for nozzle tray) 8. High/Low nozzle 9. Turbo Nozzle 10. Spray gun (10A shows trigger lock Hose reel storage only 3 2 1 5 7 4 8 button) 11. Power Washer Quick Connect Filter (clear) (Connect to Power Washer Unit/with filter inside) 9 6 12.
7. Connect lances to spray gun, insert lance into spray gun, push together and at the same time twist clockwise to lock in place. Removing push together and twist counterclockwise then pull apart. IN position OUT position High pressure setting Low pressure setting OUT position IN position Fan Spray Pencil Stream High pressure setting Pencil Stream Low pressure setting 8. The adjustable spray nozzle had has two (2) positions: •IN position for high pressure spray.
Table of contents Quick Start.............................................................................2 Specifications.......................................................................4 Limited Warranty.................................................................4 Introduction..........................................................................5 Safeguard, Warnings & Safety Tips................................5 GFCI...........................................................................
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your ECHO POWER WASHER! Your ECHO POWER WASHER is a power tool in every sense of the word that may be used outside your house and in. It is one of the finest most powerful home-use power washers in the marketplace today. Please familiarize yourself with the following assembly, operating and safety information. Read this manual before using the power washer. Failure to follow these instructions could cause personal injury, property damage, or both.
• Never spray flammable liquids. • Never use the power washer in areas that contain combustible dust, liquids or vapors. • Avoid contact of the pressure hose with sharp objects and examine the hose regularly. Replace if damaged. Due to the high pressure involved, it cannot be repaired if cut of damaged. • Only use detergent specifically formulated for power washers and follow instructions on the detergent’s label. Power washer detergents are also available at your local hardware store.
Package Content 1. Power washer unit 2. Manual 3. Nozzle cleaning wire (may be taped to the manual) 4. High pressure hose 5. Spray gun holder 6. Nozzle tray 7. Screws (1 for nozzle tray) 8. High/Low nozzle 9. Turbo Nozzle 10. Spray gun (10A shows trigger lock button) 11. Power Washer Quick Connect Filter (clear) (Connect to Power Washer Unit/with filter inside) 12.
Unpacking & Assembly • After unpacking the ECHO POWER WASHER, lay out parts and accessories. Familiarize yourself with the parts in the package by comparing them to those listed on the “PACKAGE CONTENTS” page. • The ECHO POWER WASHER requires some minor assembly. You’ll need a Phillips screwdriver to install the high pressure hose hook and the nozzle tray. NOTE: Some parts may or may not be already assembled. • High pressure hose is stored on the hose reel.
High Pressure Hose • Screw the high pressure hose (clockwise) on the left of the unit at the bottom (Fig. 4). Pull back the collar and insert o-ring post into the water outlet far enough so the collar can thread onto the outlet threads until hand tight. Do not use pliers or vice grips to tighten. If it takes fewer than six or so turns you have not properly tightened the high pressure hose fitting. It is easier to position the power washer in front of you so to ensure that the threads are started correctly.
Spray Gun • To lock the trigger of the spray gun aim the gun away from you and push the lock button from right to left, (Fig. 7), after doing so, squeeze or pull the trigger to make sure it is locked and will not move. Always leave lock button in lock position when not in use. This ensures the gun is in “safe” mode until it is ready for use. Push to lock Push to unlock 1 1 2 Trigger 2 Trigger Fig.
• The adjustable spray nozzle had has two (2) positions (Fig. 10): OUT position IN position High pressure setting Low pressure setting OUT position IN position Fan Spray High pressure setting Pencil Spray Pencil Spray Low pressure setting Fig.10 IN position for high pressure spray. Twist the nozzle counterclockwise until it stops and gap is closed. OUT position for low pressure spray for detergent function. Twist the nozzle clockwise until it stops and gap is open.
Garden Hose Adapter • Install the garden hose adapter (GHA) and quick connect filter. It is made up of two separate pieces. (1) A clear plastic adapter with a screen filter (about 3 inches long) and (2) collar attachment (Fig. 13). QC - Clear Adapter Garden Hose Adapter (GHA) (GHA) Fig. 13 Fig. 14 • Attach the garden hose adapter to the end of the garden hose (Fig. 14). • First, remove the plastic shipping cover on the water inlet on the front of the power washer on the right side.
Operating Instructions *!Turn on the water supply at the faucet.!* (Fig. 17) OFF/0 OFF/0 ON/I ON/I Fig. 17 Fig. 18 Powering Up • Make sure the “ON/OFF” switch is in the “OFF” position. The power switch has international symbols for ‘on’ and ‘off’: On (|) Off (O), (Fig. 18). • Unwind the power cord completely and plug the GFCI into a grounded 120 volt outlet. Press the ‘reset’ button on the GFCI box (Fig. 19). The indicator window should show a green color.
How To Clean Cleaning nozzles • A clogged or partially clogged nozzle can cause significant reduction of water pressure coming out of the nozzle and/or cause the unit to pulsate while spraying. • Turn off the unit • Turn off the water supply to the unit • Relieve any pressure trapped in the hose by squeezing the trigger 2-3 times, and then lock the spray gun by pushing the lock button from left to right. • The screen inside the clear adapter should be cleaned periodically.
You can vary the force of your power washer by controlling: a. the angle of the surface being cleaned b. the distance of the nozzle from the surface being cleaned • Never use a narrow high pressure stream of water or the turbo lance on soft surfaces susceptible to damage. • Use the high/low nozzle lance when cleaning windows. Be sure to adjust the nozzle to low spray and place the nozzle approximately four to five feet away from the window with the nozzle at forty five degree angle.
Storage • DO NOT store the power washer where it is exposed to freezing temperatures unless you use Pump Saver. It is recommended that you use Pump Saver for storing in freezing temperatures. Freezing will damage the pump unless Pump Saver is added to the power washer. • Remove lance from the gun and place in the accessory holder. Place the gun in the accessory holder one the side. Lances are placed into any of the slots in the back of the unit. Make sure to discard any remaining detergent from the bottle.
Pump Saver Pump Saver is a product that protects and prolongs the life of the pump. This will keep the internal parts of the pump lubricated and protected from freezing while being stored in ALL climates. It also assists with protection from internal corrosion. Pump Saver Instructions Follow the previous storage instructions for your power washer. To prevent staining, protect the surface under the power washer from any excess fluid. Wear eye protection when using this product. 1. Turn off your power washer.
Replacement Parts 1. 18. 2. 16. 14. 4. 19. 3. 15. 13. 17. 6. 8. 5. 9. 12. 11. 7.
Troubleshooting and FAQs Unit will not turn on. The high pressure (HP) hose will not connect / stay connected to the spray gun. Is this a spray gun problem? The unit is running but there is not water flow. Make sure the power washer is in the “OFF” position. Plug in the electrical cord to a grounded 120 volt outlet (no electrical extension cord should be used). If the electrical cord will not plug into your outlet, your electrical outlet is not properly grounded and should not be used.
Model PWE-1800 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 1-800-673-1558 www.echo-usa.com E-Mail: support@echo-usa.
