2600/ 3000 PSI 2.3/2.5 GPM PREMIUM PRESSURE WASHER INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Models Modelo MSV2623 MSV3025 If your pressure washer is not working properly or if there are parts missing or broken, please DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Contact our customer service department at www.simpsoncleaning.com. Si su lavadora a presión no trabaja correctamente ó encuentra partes rotas ófaltantes, por favor NO LA REGRECE AL LUGAR DONDE LA COMPRO.
EASY INSTALLATION WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction manual and the engine instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions. INSTALACIÓN FÁCIL AVERTENCIA: No opere este equipo hasta haber leído y entendido las instrucciones de seguridad, operación y mantenimiento en este Manual del Operador y en el Manual del Propietario del Motor.
5 6 Attach high pressure hose (C) to gun (D). Tighten securely. Conecte la manguera de alta presión a la pistola y ajústela firmemente. D C Connect the high pressure hose (C). Connect el tubo de alto presión (c). C 7 Connect the garden hose (N). Conecte la manguera del jardín. N TURN INCOMING WATER ON. Note: Use cold water only. GIRE EL AGUA ENTRANTE. NOTA: Utilizar sólo agua fría 8 FULLY OPEN ABRA COMPLETAMENTE SQUEEZE AND HOLD TRIGGER UNTIL WATER FLOW IS STEADY. RELEASE THE TRIGGER.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: This product may not be equipped with a spark-arresting muffler. If the product is not equipped and will be used around flammable materials or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California.
DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (Asphyxiation) What can happen How to prevent it • Breathing exhaust fumes will cause • Operate pressure washer in a wellventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas serious injury or death! Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, such as garages, basements, etc. an odorless and deadly gas. • Never operate unit in or near a location occupied by humans or animals.
DANGER: RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY What can happen How to prevent it • High-velocity fluid spray can cause • Always wear ANSI-approved Z87.1 objects to break, propelling particles safety glasses. Wear protective clothing at high speed. to protect against accidental spraying. • Never point wand at or spray people or animals. • Light or unsecured objects can • Always secure trigger lockwhen wand become hazardous projectiles. is not in service to prevent accidental operation.
DANGER: Risk of Injury or Property Damage When Transporting or storing What can happen How to prevent it • Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could • If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve to the off result in fire or breathing hazard. Seri position before transporting to avoid fuel ous injury or death can result. Fuel or leaks.
WARNING: RISK of chemical burn What can happen How to prevent it • Use of acids, toxic or corrosive • Do not spray acids, gasoline, kerosene, chemicals, poisons, insecticides, or or any other flammable materials with this any kind of flammable solvent with this product. Use only household detergents, product could result in serious injury or cleaners and degreasers recommended death. for use with pressure washers.
geT TO KNOW THE PRESSURE wASHER NOTE: Photographs and line drawings used in this manual are for reference only and do not represent a specific model. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 1 K G D C B L H I J A E Basic Elements Of A Pressure Washer (FIG. 1) A. High Pressure Pump (not shown): Increases the pressure of the water supply. B. Engine: Drives the high pressure pump.
G. Handle H. Frame I. Pump Outlet J. Pump Inlet K. Quick Connect Nozzles L. On Board Detergent Tank (MSV3025): Feeds cleaning agents into the pump to mix with the water. See How To Apply Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents instructions in Operation section. BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN ENGINE Refer to the engine manual for location and operation of engine controls. Choke Control: Opens and closes carburetor choke valve. Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip operates recoil starter to crank engine.
operaTIon PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. Sometimes noted as “Bar”, another unit of measure. GPM: Gallons per Minute. The unit of measure for the flow rate of water. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by psi equals CU. Bypass Mode: Allows water to re-circulate within the pump when the gun trigger is not pulled.
1. 2. Pull quick-connect coupler (E) back and insert nozzle (K). Release quick-connect coupler and twist nozzle to make sure it is secure in coupler. WARNING: Flying object could cause risk of serious injury. Ensure nozzle is completely inserted in quickconnect socket and quick-connect snap ring is fully engaged (forward) before squeezing gun trigger.
4. After use of chemicals, place detergent siphon hose into container of clean water and draw clean water through chemical injection system to rinse system thoroughly. If chemicals remain in the pump it could be damaged. Pumps damaged due to chemicals will not be covered under warranty. NOTE: Chemicals and soaps will not siphon if the black soap nozzle is not installed on the spray wand. To Apply chemicals (MSV3025): 1.
• DO NOT use hot water, use cold water only. • Never turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to pump will result. • DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a time. Pump operates in bypass mode when spray gun trigger is not pressed. If pump is left in bypass mode for more than two minutes internal components of the pump can be damaged. If you do not understand these precautions, please contact our customer service department at www.simpsoncleaning.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Stand on a stable surface and grip gun/spray wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to kick when triggered. 12. Release trigger to stop water flow. WARNING: Risk of injury from spray. Always engage the trigger lock (O) when gun is not in use. Failure to do so could cause accidental spraying. 11 shutting down 1.
NOZZLE CLEANING (fig. 12) If the nozzle becomes clogged with foreign materials, such as dirt, excessive pressure may develop. If the nozzle becomes partially clogged or restricted, the pump pressure will pulsate. Clean the nozzle immediately using the nozzle kit supplied and the following instructions: 1. Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water supply. 2. Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve any water pressure. 3. Disconnect the spray wand from the gun. 12 K 4.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Connect the length of garden hose to the water inlet of the pump. Add RV Antifreeze to hose as shown. Pull starter rope slowly several times until antifreeze comes out of the high pressure hose connection of the pump. Remove garden hose from water inlet of pump. Reconnect spark plug wire. PRESSURE WASHER 1. 2. 3. Drain all water from high pressure hose and wrap it onto hose wrap.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PUMP AND FRAME SIMPSON© warrants to the original purchaser that the pump of the SIMPSON© pressure washer covered under this warranty is free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. The one year limited warranty applies to the pump only. SIMPSON© will repair or replace, at SIMPSON©'s option, products or components which have failed within the above warranty periods.
trouble shooting guide Operational Issue Engine will not start (see Engine Manual for further engine troubleshooting) No or low pressure (initial use) Possible Cause SOLUTION No fuel. Pressure builds up after two pulls on the recoil starter or after initial use. Choke lever in the "No Choke" position. Spark plug wire not attached. Engine switch in OFF position. Choke lever in the "Choke" position on a "hot" engine or an engine that has been exposed to thermal heat for a long period of time.
Operational Possible Cause Issue Will not draw Spray wand not in chemicals low pressure. SOLUTION See How to Use Spray Wand paragraph in the Operation Section. Chemical filter clogged. Clean filter. Chemical screen not in Make sure end of detergent cleaning solution. siphon hose is fully submerged into cleaning solution. Chemical too thick. Dilute chemical. Chemical should be the same consistency as water. Pressure hose is too long Lengthen water supply hose instead of high pressure hose.
