Manual

Operating the Pressure Washer
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Turn counter-clockwise
to reduce pressure.
Turn clockwise to
increase pressure.
• unsecured, lightweight objects
Procedure:
1) Put on one of the high-pressure spray nozzles (always relieve system pressure first and follow instructions for
attaching a nozzle).
2) Clear the cleaning area of all persons. Keep children and pets away.
3) Hold the spray gun firmly with two hands and a sturdy stance: (gun kicks back when triggered).
CAUTION: Spray gun metal gets extremely hot when using the burner and can burn you on contact. Never touch the
metal screw or any metal parts of the spray gun when the heater is being used. Use only designated grip areas.
4) Wash from the bottom to the top, using side-to-side motions. This washes away heavy dirt and allows the detergent
to soak as you work toward the top.
5) Use the width of the spray pattern to wash a wide path. Overlap the spray path for complete coverage.
6) The nozzle should be 12" to 24" from the work, closer for tough areas.
7) Small parts should be washed in a basket, so the pressure does not push them away. Larger, lightweight parts
should be clamped down.
8) The pressure washer’s unloader is adjustable. It is set and locked to the maximum rated pressure when it
leaves the factory. To reduce the pressure, turn the unloader knob counter-clockwise,
to return it to the factory set maximum pressure, turn clockwise.
WARNING: Do not attempt to alter the unloader valve's maximum
pressure. Excess pressure could cause serious injury from escaping
high-pressure fluids and/or pump damage. Any alteration other than
turning the adjustment knob will void your warranty.
9) If temporarily interrupting spraying, rotate trigger safety latch
downward to the locked position to guard against accidental
trigger release.
10) Always turn off the engine and activate spray gun trigger to relieve
system pressure when:
• the sprayer is unattended, or
• the operator is disconnecting hoses, installing/cleaning nozzles, or servicing the pump.
WARNING: Always turn off the engine and relieve system pressure when finished spraying or when leaving sprayer
unattended. Serious injury could result from unintentional release of high-pressure spray.
STEP 4. STOPPING
Stop the engine using the following steps:
WARNING: Never disconnect the high-pressure hose from the pump or spray gun while the system is pressurized. Relieve pressure by
squeezing the spray gun trigger after the engine is turned OFF.
1) If the heater was used, turn thermostat OFF.
2) Spray cold water for two minutes.
3) Turn heat switch OFF.
4) Turn engine OFF.
Squeeze trigger to relieve pressure.