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Table Of Contents

Table of Contents

Equipment Protection Quick Facts ........................................................................................................................................ 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................ 2

ABOUT YOUR PRESSURE WASHER ......................................................................................................................... 4

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................ 5

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .................................................................................................................................. 8

SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Hazard Signal Word Definitions ............................................................................................................................................ 9

SAFETY LABELING ................................................................................................................................................... 10

Safety Decal Locations ....................................................................................................................................................... 10

INITIAL SET-UP .......................................................................................................................................................... 12

Step 1. Inspect & Unpack ...................................................................................................................................................... 12

Step 2. Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Handle & Billboard Assembly .............................................................................................................................................. 14

Spray Gun Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................... 14

Step 3. Select Suitable Location ........................................................................................................................................... 14

Moving and Handling .......................................................................................................................................................... 14

Outdoor Use Only ............................................................................................................................................................... 14

Install Spark Arrestor (if required) ....................................................................................................................................... 15

OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................... 16

Follow Safety Rules for Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 16

Preparing for Operation ........................................................................................................................................................ 17

Check/Add Oil to Pump ....................................................................................................................................................... 17

Check/Add Engine Oil ......................................................................................................................................................... 17

Inspect Fuel System/Check for Leaks ................................................................................................................................. 18

Connect Hoses, Water Supply, and Spray Nozzle .............................................................................................................. 19

Prime the Water Supply ......................................................................................................................................................... 20

Set Up for Chemical Spray (if desired)................................................................................................................................. 21

Start-Up Procedures .............................................................................................................................................................. 22

Start the Engine to Power the Pump ................................................................................................................................... 22

Apply Cleaning Chemical (if desired) .................................................................................................................................. 22

Begin High Pressure Spray ................................................................................................................................................. 22

Shutdown ............................................................................................................................................................................... 23

STORAGE ................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Between Use Storage ............................................................................................................................................................ 24

Prepare Pressure Washer for Freezing Conditions ............................................................................................................ 24

Prepare Engine for Long Term Storage ............................................................................................................................... 25

Prepare Pressure Washer for Storage ................................................................................................................................. 25

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR ........................................................................................................................................ 26

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUMMARY .................................................................................................................. 26

DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS – MAINTENANCE & REPAIR ...................................................................................... 26

Follow Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................................ 26

Keep Pressure Washer Clean ............................................................................................................................................. 26

Inspect Spray System ......................................................................................................................................................... 26