20 Inch Surface Cleaner Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read and understand all instructions, warnings, and cautions before using this product. Failure to follow the instructions, warnings, and cautions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use This surface cleaner is designed for high-pressure cleaning of variety of outdoor surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, paving stone walkways pool decks etc. The cleaner connects to a pressure washer and is rated up to 3600 PSI, 6 GPM with fluid temperatures up to 200º F. Technical Specifications Property Description Cleaning Width (in) 20 Max. PSI 3600 GPM 6 Material Stainless-steel Caster Type Swivel Temperature Capacity (°F) 200 Weight 36 lbs.
WORK AREA SAFETY • Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts. • Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
CLEANER USE AND CARE • Do not force the cleaner. Tools do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct tool for the job. • Check for damaged parts before each use and before connecting the cleaner to a pressure washer. Carefully check that the cleaner will operate properly and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the cleaner with a damaged part.
Assembly 1. Check the contents of the shipping carton against the parts list to ensure all parts are present. 2. Attach the three casters to the housing as shown below. After tightening the bolts check that the casters swivel and the wheels turn smoothly. 3. Attach the swivel complete fixture (6) to the center hole of the housing (this may already be done at the factory). Push the fixture up from underneath the housing and attach the large screw. 4.
5. Connect the bottom of the hose to the swivel piping (shown below) and the top to the handle (1), shown above). Before Each Use Perform the following inspections before each to ensure the cleaner is working properly. • Check for any worn or damaged parts. Replace any such part before using the cleaner. • Check that all the parts are tightly fastened. Tighten any that are loose. • Check that the casters swivel and roll smoothly. Repair or replace any that don’t function properly.
Operating Instructions 1. After before-use inspections, place the cleaner at the edge of the surface to clean. 2. Bring a pressure washer to the area. Do not use the surface cleaner with a pressure washer that has a fluid delivery greater than 3600 PSI, 6 GPM, and 200º F. Fluid delivery above these parameters may overload the cleaner and cause damage to components and possibly personal injury. 3. Connect the surface cleaner hose at the handle to the pressure washer hose. 4.
Maintenance Disconnect the surface cleaner from a pressure washer and ensure that the cleaner is not pressurized before performing any inspections, maintenance or adjustments to avoid any wildly spraying fluid that may cause personal injury and property damage. Maintain your tool in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the recommended procedures found in this manual. For general inspections, see the Before Each Use section.
Replace the Swivel Complete Fixture 1. Remove the hose bottom connection (shown below, left)) then remove the swivel piping from the top of the housing (below right). 2. Support the swivel fixture from below the housing with a rolled up cloth to avoid the fixture dropping onto the floor, possibly damaging it. 3. Lift the housing off the swivel fixture. Install a new swivel fixture by reversing the above procedure. Check the nozzles on the old swivel as they may be reusable.
Replace the Swivel Filter 1. Remove the swivel piping from the cleaner: a. Disconnect the hose connection from the top of the swivel. b. Remove the swivel piping from the fixture in the housing. 2. Remove the bottom piece of the swivel piping. 3. Gently push a small screwdriver up into the bottom the swivel to dislodge the internal components (shown below). . 4. Clean the filter screen and check the O ring for wear or damage. Replace either defective component. 5.
Parts Diagram Page 13 of 17
Parts List Item # Part # Description 1 49438.1 Handle 1 2 49438.2 Hose 1 3 49438.3 Housing 1 4 49438.4 Caster complete component 3 5 49438.5 Easy repair kit 1 6 49438.6 Swivel complete 1 7 49438.7 Soft handle 1 8 49438.8 2 x nozzles 2 9 49438.9 High pressure filter 1 10 49438.10 Side handle 1 11 49438.11 Butterfly nut 2 12 49438.12 Screw 2 13 49438.13 M 22 x 1,5 nipple 1 14 49438.14 Bolt 2 15 49438.15 Spring clip 2 16 49438.
Troubleshooting Please check the list below before addressing the problems to servicing personnel including the local dealer. If the problem continues after the following troubleshooting, please call your local dealer for future assistance.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Powerhorse product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of 2 years from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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