6.3 Starting Engine
See Section 5.3 Starting Pressure Washer
to start the pressure washer.
Follow these instructions to safely start
your pressure washer:
1.Check engine oil level; fill to recommended
level if necessary. Check gasoline level fill if
necessary. Fig. A
2.This pressure washer comes with a pump
quick connect coupling. It allows you to quickly
connect or disconnect the garden hose from the
pump. Pulling the mid ring will disconnect the
quick connect coupling. Connect garden hose to
the pump quick connect coupling and TURN
WATER ON. The water supply must provide a
minimum of 4 GPM at 20 PSI or the pump may
be damaged. Fig. B
3.Squeeze gun trigger. This will allow air to
escape from the hose in order to prime the
pump. Squeeze trigger until there is a steady
flow of water. Fig. C
4.Turn engine switch to the “On” position. Fig. D
5.Open fuel valve (“On” position). Fig. E
6.Close the Choke lever by moving the lever to
the “CLOSE” position (towards the left) . Also
move the throttle lever to its maximum setting
(towards the left). Fig. F
7.Locate recoil cord and pull slowly until
resistance is felt. At this point, pull rapidly to
start engine. Repeat if necessary. Fig. G
8.Once engine starts, moving the lever to the
“Open” position (towards the Right). Fig. H
If motor fails to start, repeat steps 3-8. Fig. I
IMPORTANT,
Before each use:
• Check the oil and fuel level and fill if necessary.
• Make sure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air
filter are in place and secured.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.