Ryobi RY31012 - User Manual

12 in. Surface Cleaner Attachment
RY31012
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand the
operator’s manual for their pressure washer before using this
accessory. To reduce the risk of injury or property damage,
spray the pressure stream in a safe direction to ensure proper
connection of all accessories before starting any cleaning proj-
ect. Only use on pressure washers operating at up to 2,300 psi
with a maximum flow rate of 1.4 gpm. Ensure compatibility
and proper fit before using this accessory. Wear eye protection
with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Risk of
fluid injections; do not point at people, pets, electrical devices
or the unit itself. Turn off the pressure washer, relieve the water
pres sure in the trigger handle, and lock the lock out on the
trigger handle (if one is included with your pressure washer)
before installing, changing, or adjusting accessories. For cold
water use only. For outdoor use only – store indoors. Save
these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them
these instructions also.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Connections .....................................1/4 in. Quick Connect Plug
Deck Width ......................................................................... 12 in.
Maximum Pressure .............................................. up to 2,300 psi
Maximum Water Flow .................................................... 1.4 gpm
Maximum Inlet Water Temperature ................................... 140°F
INSTALLING THE SURFACE CLEANER ON
THE SPRAY WAND
See Figure 1.
n Pull back the quick-connect collar on the pressure washer
spray wand.
n Insert the surface cleaner inlet plug into the spray wand quick
connect coupler.
n Push the collar forward so that the surface cleaner inlet plug is
secured properly. Check to see that the connection is secure.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injection or injury, only use the surface
cleaner on flat, horizontal surfaces. Never lift the surface
cleaner from the cleaning surface while operating the pres-
sure washer.
USING THE SURFACE CLEANER
See Figure 2.
WARNING:
Do not reach hands or feet under cleaning deck. Contact with
the spinning nozzles or spray bar can result in a fluid injection
or other serious personal injury.
Fig. 1
INLET
PLUG
QUICK CONNECT
COUPLER
Fig. 2
n Once the surface cleaner is installed, connect the hose to the
pressure washer as described in your pressure washer manual.
n Start the pressure washer as described in your pressure
washer manual.
n Walk slowly behind the cleaning deck, cleaning as you go.
NOTE: If striping or swirling occurs, slow your pace. If strip-
ing or swirling continues, the surface cleaner nozzle(s) may
be clogged. See Nozzle Maintenance for how to clean the
nozzles.

Summary

General Safety Warnings

Operator Safety Precautions

Read operator's manual, wear eye protection, use safe spray direction, and relieve pressure before accessory changes.

Product Specifications

Installation and Operation

Installing the Surface Cleaner on the Spray Wand

Steps to connect the surface cleaner to the pressure washer spray wand using the quick-connect system.

Surface Cleaner Usage

Instructions for operating the cleaner, troubleshooting striping, and safety warnings for deck use.

Maintenance and Parts

Nozzle Maintenance

Procedure for cleaning clogged nozzles using a fine needle and flushing with water.

High Pressure Filter Replacement

Guide to replacing the high pressure filter using a flat head screwdriver.

Replacement Parts

Information on ordering replacement filters, nozzles, and U-clips.

Ryobi RY31012 Specifications

General

Pump Type	Axial Cam
Hose Length	25 ft
Weight	23 lbs
Power Source	Gasoline
Max Pressure	3100 psi
Flow Rate	2.5 GPM
Maximum Pressure (PSI)	3100 PSI
Flow Rate (GPM)	2.5 GPM
Nozzle Types	Soap