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starting your washer
How to Start Your Pressure Washer
To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow these
instructions step-by-step. This starting information also applies
if you have let the pressure washer sit idle for at least a day.
1. Plug GFCI into the electrical socket.
2. Connect high pressure hose into pump outlet. This is
typically done via a quick-connect coupler, but some are
connected by threading the hose into the outlet.
3. Thread the garden hose to the water inlet on the pressure
washer pump. The inlet is often below the outlet features a
water filter on the inside.
4. Attach wand extension to spray gun. Tighten by hand until
the connection is secure.
6. Choose desired spray tip. Pull quick-connect collar, insert
the spray tip, and release collar. Tug on the spray tip after
installation to ensure it is securely in place. See Spray Tips on
Page 16 for more information.
NOTICE
DO NOT run the pump without the water supply connected
and turned on.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
7. Turn the water supply all the way on. This water source must
be capable of supplying water at a flow rate at least 1 GPM
greater than the rated flow of your pressure washer. It should
also be no less than 20 PSI at pressure washer end of garden
hose. DO NOT siphon standing water.
8. Pull the trigger of the spray gun for 30 seconds to draw
water in and release air bubbles.
9. While continuing to pull the trigger, press the “ON” button
to start the motor. Allow 15 seconds for pressure to build. You
are now ready to use your pressure washer!
starting your washer
5. Attach the end of the high-pressure hose to the bottom of
the spray gun as shown in the diagram below. Please note that
some models use a quick-connect coupler while others use an
M22 fitting that must be threaded on.
How to Shut Your Pressure Washer Down
1. Press the “OFF” button
2. ALWAYS point spray gun in a safe direction, then squeeze
spray gun trigger to release any retained water pressure.
3. Turn the water supply all the way o.
4. Remove GFCI from the electrical socket. Ensure your hands
are dry when doing this.
IMPORTANT: The spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when motor is stopped and water is disconnected. Couplings
will not release if under pressure.
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