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Maintenance
GeneralRecommendations
Regularmaintenancewill improve the performance and
extendthe life of the pressure washer. Seeany qualified
dealerfor service.
Thepressure washer's warranty does not cover items that
havebeen subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To
receivefull valuefrom the warranty, the operator must
maintainthe pressure washer as instructed in this manual
and in the engine manual, including proper storage as
detailedin Winter Storageand Long Term Storage.
NOTE:Should you have questionsabout replacing
components on your pressure washer, pleasecall
(888) 611-6708 for assistance.
• Some adjustments will needto be made periodicallyto
properly maintain your pressure washer. Checkthe
spray gun and nozzleextension assembly for wear.
• All maintenancein this manual and the engine
operator's manual should be made at least once each
season.
• Oncea year you should clean or replacethe spark plug,
cleanor replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and
cleanair filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer. Pleaserefer to
your engine operator's manual for more details.
Before EachUse
1. Checkengine oil level.
2. Cleandebris.
3. Checkwater inlet screen for damage.
4. Checkhigh pressure hosefor leaks.
5. Checkdetergentsiphoning tube and filter for damage.
6. Checkspray gun and nozzleextension assembly for
leaks.
7. Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris.
Pump Oil
DONOTattempt any oil maintenanceon this pump. The
pump is pre-lubricated and sealedfrom the factory, requiring
no additional maintenancefor the life of the pump.
Pressure Washer Maintenance
Clean Debris
Daily or before use, clean accumulated debris from pressure
washer. Keeplinkage, spring and controls clean. Keeparea
around and behind muffler free from any combustible debris.
Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the pressure
washer.These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.
Pressure washer parts should be kept clean to reducethe
risk of overheatingand ignition of accumulated debris.
• Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
[ NOTICE
l Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and
shorten its life.
L DONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.
• Usea soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
• Usea vacuum cleanerto pick up loose dirt and debris.
Checkand Clean inlet Screen
Examinethe screen on the pump's water inlet. Clean it if the
screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged.
CheckHigh PressureHose
Thehigh pressure hose can develop leaksfrom wear,
kinking, or abuse. Inspectthe hoseeach time before using it.
Checkfor cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, damage
or movement of couplings. If any of these conditions exist,
re)lace the hose immediately.
WARNING
The high pressurestream of water that this
1_ equipment produces can cut through skin and its
underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
• NEVERrepairhighpressurehose.Replaceit.
, ReplacementhoseratingMUSTexceedmaximumpressure
ratingof unit.
CheckDetergent Siphoning Tube
Examinethe filter on the detergent tube and clean if clogged.
Thetube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting. Examinethe
tube for leaks or tears. Replacethe filter or tube if either is
damaged.
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