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8. cleaning and maintenance
8.1 Cleaning the Spray Tips
WARNING
Clogging of the spray tip increases the water pressure and
might damage the pump unit.
Clean the spray tip by carefully inserting the provided cleaning
needle, or a thin, sharp object (e.g., paper clips) into the tip to
remove deposits.
8.2 Cleaning Water Inlet Filter
• This pressure washer is equipped with a water inlet lter.
• The water inlet lter must be kept clean at all times,
otherwise it can restrict the water ow to the pump unit
and damage it.
• Remove and clean the water inlet lter.
WARNING
DO NOT operate this pressure washer without the water inlet
lter in place, as deposits could build up internally and aect
the functioning of the unit.
8.3 Engine Maintenance
Draining Engine Oil
The engine oil should be replaced after the rst 20 hours of
operation, or after the rst month of use. After that, it should be
replaced every 100 hours or every 6 months.
To Drain the Engine Oil:
1. Loosen the oil tank dipstick.
2. Place an oil container underneath the opening on the main
frame.
3. Remove the oil plug and drain the oil.
4. Once the oil has been completely drained, retighten the hex
screw and oil tank dipstick.
Recommended Engine Oil
Add oil as described in chapter g Adding/Checking Oil.
IMPORTANT
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed
of properly. Do not discard with household waste. Check with
your local authorities, service centre, or Canadian Tire for safe
disposal / recycling facilities.
Inspecting, Replacing or Cleaning the Spark Plug
The spark plug should be checked every 100 hours of operation or
every 6 months.
To Replace or Clean the Spark Plug:
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire by pulling it o the spark plug.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Oil Plug
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