Generac 006023-0 Owner's manual

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introduction.............................................................1

Safety Rules...........................................................1

SafetySymbolsand Meanings.......................................1

Generalinformation................................................4

KnowYourPowerWasher.........................................................4

ProductSpecifications..............................................................5

EmissionsInformation..............................................................5

HighAltitudeOperation..............................................................5

Unpacking.................................................................................6

Set-up.....................................................................6

Assembly..................................................................................6

Add EngineOil..........................................................................7

Add Fuel...................................................................................7

ConnectHoseand WaterSupplyto Pump.................................8

How to Use Nozzles..................................................................9

Cleaningand ApplyingDetergent..................................10

PowerWasherRinsing.................................................11

CleaningDetergentSiphoningTube...............................11

Operation..............................................................12

Operation................................................................................12

PowerWasherLocation..........................................................12

ChecklistBeforeStartingEngine..............................................12

How to Start YourPowerWasher............................................12

AutomaticCoolDown System (ThermalRelief).......................14

How to StopYourPowerWasher.............................................14

Maintenance.........................................................14

MaintenanceRecommendations..............................................14

MaintenanceSchedule............................................................15

PumpOil.................................................................................15

EmissionsControl...................................................................15

PowerWasherMaintenance....................................................15

Checkand CleanInletScreen..................................................15

CheckHighPressureHoses....................................................15

CheckDetergentSiphoningTube.............................................15

CheckSprayGun....................................................................15

NozzleMaintenance................................................................15

EngineMaintenance................................................................16

EngineOil Recommendations..................................................16

CheckOil Level............................................................17

AddingEngineOil.........................................................17

ChangingEngineOil.....................................................17

ServiceAir Cleaner.................................................................18

ServiceSparkPlug..................................................................18

InspectMufflerand SparkArrestor..........................................18

RemoveSparkArresterScreen.....................................18

After EachUse........................................................................19

WinterStorage........................................................................19

LongTermStorage..................................................................20

ProtectFuelSystem.....................................................20

ProtectEngine..............................................................20

ChangeOil...................................................................20

Protectingthe Pump.....................................................20

OtherStorageInstructions.......................................................20

Transporting/Tippingofthe Unit..............................................20

Troubleshooting....................................................21

TroubleshootingGuide.............................................................21

Manueldel propietario..........................................23

Manueld'entretien................................................47

iNTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this power washer manufactured by

GeneracPowerSystems, Inc.This modelis a high performance,

air-cooled, engine-driven power washer that operates between

2500 and 3100 psi dependingon which model you purchased.

The units feature custom designed wheels, axial cam pump

with stainless steel pistons, automatic cool down system, quick

connect nozzles, high pressure hose, detergentsiphoning hose

and chemicaltank(s) dependingon unit model.

Commonsenseandstrictcompliancewiththespecialinstructions

are essentialto preventingaccidents. The operatormust read

this manual and thoroughly understand all of the instructions

and warnings before usingthe equipment.If any portion of the

manualis not understood,contact the nearestAuthorizedDealer

for starting, operating and servicing procedures.The owner is

responsiblefor properandsafe useof the equipment.

Thepowerwashercanoperatesafely,efficientlyandreliablyonly if

it is properlylocated,operatedand maintained. Beforeoperating,

servicingor storing:

• Studyall warnings in this manualand on the productcarefully.

• Becomefamiliar with this manualandthe unit beforeuse.

• Referto theAssemblysectionof themanualfor instructionson

final assembly procedures.Followthe instructionscompletely.

Themanufacturercannot anticipateevery possible circumstance

that might involvea hazard.Thewarnings in this manual,and on

tags and decals affixedto the unit are,therefore,not all inclusive.

If usinga procedure,work method or operatingtechniquethat the

manufacturerdoes not specifically recommend,ensurethat it is

safe for others. Also make sure the procedure,work method or

operatingtechnique utilized does not render the power washer

unsafe.

THE INFORMATIONCONTAINEDHEREIN WAS BASED ON

MACHINESIN PRODUCTIONAT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION.

GENERACRESERVESTHERIGHTTOMODIFYTHISMANUALAT

ANYTIME.

Save these instructionsfor future reference. If you loan this

device to someone,ALWAYSloan these instructionsAND the

Owner's Manualto the individualas well.

WHERETOFiNDUS

You can contact GeneracCustomerService by phone at 1-888-

436-3722, or on the internet at www.generac.com.Record the

important information of the unit in the following chart for future

referenceand/orserviceinquiries.

ModelNumber

Serial Number

DatePurchased

SAFETYRULES

Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to

the power washer, DANGER,WARNING,CAUTIONand NOTE

blocks are usedto alert personnelto special instructions about

a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed

incorrectly or carelessly.Observethem carefully.Theirdefinitions

areas follows:

Indicatesa hazardoussituationor action which,if notavoided,

will resultin death or seriousinjury.

Indicatesa hazardoussituationor actionwhich, if not avoided,

couldresultin deathor seriousinjury.

ACAUTION!

Indicatesa hazardoussituationor actionwhich, if not avoided,

couldresultin minoror moderateinjury.

NOTE:

Notescontainadditional informationimportanttoa procedure

and will be found withinthe regulartextbody of thismanual.

These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they

indicate. Common sense and strict compliancewith the special

instructionswhile performingtheaction or serviceareessentialto

preventingaccidents.

SAFETYSYMBOLSANDMEAN/NGS

ToxicFumes Kickback ElectricalShock

Slippery Surface Fall Fluid injection

Fire

MovingParts

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Explosion Operator's Manual

Flying Objects Hot Surface

,_ DANGER:CarbonmonoxideproducedduringuseCANKiLL

inminutes.NEVERuseindoors,ina vehicle,orinother

shelteredareas,EVENiFdoorsandwindowsareopen.Only

useOUTSIDEandfarawayfromwindows,doorsandvents.

Somechemicalsor detergents may beharmfulif inhaled

oringested,causingsevere nausea,fainting, or poisoning.

• Operatepowerwasher ONLYoutdoors.

• A runningenginegivesoff carbonmonoxide.

• Carbonmonoxideis an odorless,colorless, poisonousgas.

Breathingcarbonmonoxidecan causeheadache,fatigue,

dizziness,vomiting, confusion,seizures,nausea,fainting

or death.If you start experiencingany of thesesymptoms,

IMMEDIATELYmoveto fresh air. Seekmedicalattention.

• Keepexhaustgasfrom enteringa confined areathrough

windows, doors, ventilationintakes,or other openings.Warn any

occupantsinside aboutthe symptoms of carbon monoxideso

they know to moveto fresh air if theybeginto feel ill.

• Theuse of acarbon monoxidedetector insideany occupied

premisesbetweenthe powerwasher andthe occupantis

recommended.

• NEVERstart or run engineindoors,in avehicle, orin an

enclosedarea, EVENIFwindows and doors areopen.

• Use arespiratoror maskwheneverthere is achancethat

harmful gas or vapors may beinhaled.

• Readall instructionswith respiratoror mask soyou arecertain

the respiratoror maskwill providethe necessaryprotection

againstinhalingharmful gasor vapors. Ifyou beginto

experienceany ofthe COsymptoms listedabove,IMMEDIATELY

moveto fresh air.

,_DANGER: spray gun people, or

NEVERaim at

animals,

electrical devices. Serious injuryor deathwill result.

ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirection, squeezespraygun

trigger to release highpressure,every time you stopengine.

Engagetrigger lockwhen not in use.

• Thehigh pressurestream ofwaterthat this equipment

,_ produces cancut through skin andits underlyingtissues,leadingto serious injury,possibleamputationor death.

Spray guntraps high water pressure,EVENWHENengine

is stoppedandwater is disconnected,which can cause

injury.

• NEVERallow CHILDRENto operatepowerwasheror playnearby.

This is NOTatoy.

• NEVERrepairhigh pressure hose.Replaceit.

• NEVERrepairleaking connectionswith sealantof any kind.

Replaceo-ring or seal.

• NEVERconnecthigh pressurehose to nozzleextension.

• Keephigh pressurehoseconnectedto pump andspraygun

while system is pressurized.

• NEVERsecurespray gunin openposition.

• NEVERleavespraygununattendedwhile machineis running.

• NEVERusea spraygunwhich doesnot haveatrigger lock or

triggerguardin placeand in workingorder.

• ALWAYSbe certain spraygun, nozzlesandaccessories are

correctly attached.

,_WARNING: Riskofelectrocution.

'_ Contactwithpowersourcecancauseelectricshockor

burn.

• NEVERspraynearpower source.

,_WARNING: Contactwith muffler area canresult in serious

burns. Exhaustheat/gasescanignitecombustibles,

structuresor damage fuel tank causing afire.

• DONOTtouch hot parts andAVOIDhot exhaustgases.

• Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.

• Keepat leastfive (5) feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all

sidesof powerwasherincluding overhead.

• It is aviolation of CaliforniaPublicResourceCode,Section

4442, to use or operatethe engineon anyforest-covered,

brush-covered,or grass-coveredland unlessthe exhaust

systemis equippedwith asparkarrester,as definedin

Section4442, maintainedin effectiveworking order.Other

statesor federaljurisdictions may havesimilar laws.

Contactthe original equipmentmanufacturer,retailer,or dealerto

obtaina sparkarresterdesignedfor the exhaustsystem installed

onthis engine.

• Replacementparts must bethe sameandinstalledin the same

position as theoriginalparts.

,_ WARNING:Fueland its vaporsare extremelyflammable and

explosive. Fire or explosion cancausesevere burns or death.

WHENADDINGDRDRAININGFUEL

• Turnpower washerOFFand letit cool atleasttwo (2)

minutes beforeremovingfuel cap. Loosencap slowly to

relievepressurein tank.

_j_ • Fill ordrainfuel tankoutdoors.

• DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbeforestarting

engine.

• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks, openflames,pilot lights, heat, and

other ignitionsources.

• DONOTfighta cigaretteor smoke.

WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT

• Ensuresparkplug, muffler,fuel cap, andair cleanerarein place.

• DONOTcrankenginewith spark plugremoved.

WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT

• DONOTtip engineor equipmentat anglewhich causesfuel to

spill.

• DONOTsprayflammable liquids.

WHENTRANSPORTINGORREPAIRINGEQUIPMENT

• Transport/repairwithfuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve

OFF.

• Disconnectsparkplug wire.

WHENSTORINGFUELDREQUIPMENTWITH FUELiN TANK

• Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves,waterheaters,clothes dryers,

or otherappliancesthat havepilot light orother ignitionsource

becausethey can ignitefuel vapors.

_ll WARNING:Useofpowerwashercancreatepuddlesand

slipperysurfaces.Kickbackfromsprayguncancauseyouto

fall.

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Useonly on alevelsurface.

The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and

drainageto reducethe possibility of afall dueto slippery

surfaces.

Donot useon elevatedsurfaces wherechanceof kickback

could resultin a seriousfall.

Firmlygrasp spraygun with both handswhen usinghigh

pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks

back.

,AWARNING: Starter and otherrotatingpartscan

entangle hands,hair,clothing,or accessories.

• NEVERoperatepowerwasherwithoutprotectivehousing

or covers.

• DONOTwearlooseclothing,jewelryoranythingthat

maybecaughtinthestarteror otherrotatingparts.

• Tieuplonghairandremovejewelry.

_ll ARNING:Starter cordkickback(rapid retraction) canresult

in bodilyinjury.Kickbackwill pull handandarm toward

engine faster than you can let go. Brokenbones,fractures,

bruises,or sprains couldresult.

• NEVERpullstarter cord withoutfirst relievingspraygun

_. pressure.

• To relievetrappedpressure, pointgun in safe directionand

releasepressureby pulling/actuatingtrigger on spraygun.

• Whenstarting engine,pullcord slowly until resistanceis felt and

then pull rapidlyto avoidkickback.

• After eachstarting attempt,where enginefails to run, always

pointspray gunin safe direction, andsqueezespray gun trigger

to releasehigh pressure.

• Firmlygrasp spraygun with both handswhen using high

pressuresprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.

_ll ARNING:Unintentionalsparking canresult in fire or electric

shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTO YOURPOWER

WASHER.

• Disconnectthe sparkplug wire from the sparkplug and

place the wire whereit cannotcontact sparkplug.

_$ WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

• Useapprovedsparkplug tester.

• DONOTcheckfor sparkwith spark plug removed.

,A WARNING:Risk ofeye injury.Spray cansplash backor

propelobjects.

0 • Always wear safetygoggleswhen using this equipmentor

•. in vicinity of where equipmentis in use.

• Beforestarting the power washer,be sureyou are

wearing adequatesafety goggles.

• NEVERsubstitute safetyglassesfor safetygoggles.

,,I_WARNING: The engine exhaust from this productcontains

chemicalsknownto the State ofCaliforniato causecancer,

birthdefects, or otherreproductive harm.

,,I_WARNING: This containslead andlead

product compounds,

knownto the State ofCaliforniato causebirthdefects or

otherreproductive harm.Wash yourhandsafter handlingthis

product.

NOTE:

Highpressurespraymay damage fragile itemsincluding

glass.

DO NOTpoint spray gun at glass when using red (0°) MAX

nozzle.

NEVERaimspray gun at people,animals,electricaldevicesor

plants.

NOTE:

Impropertreatmentofpowerwashercandamageit and

shortenits life.

• If you havequestionsaboutintendeduse,ask dealeror contact

qualifiedservicecenter.

• NEVERoperateunits with brokenor missing parts, or without

protectivehousingor covers.

• DONOTby-passanysafety deviceon this machine.

• DONOToperatepowerwasher aboveratedpressure.

• DONOTmodify power washerin anyway.

• Beforestartingpowerwasher incold weather,checkallparts of

the equipmentto be sure icehas notformed there.

• NEVERmovemachinebypullingon hoses.Usehandleprovided

on unit.

• Checkfuel system for leaks or signs of deterioration,such as

chafed or spongy hose, looseor missing clamps, or damaged

tank or cap. Correctall defectsbeforeoperatingpowerwasher.

• Thisequipmentisdesignedto be usedwith Generacauthorized

parts ONLY.If equipment is used with parts that DO NOT

comply with minimum specifications, user assumes all risks

and liabilities.

CALIFORNIAPROPOSiTiON55 WARNING

Engineexhaustand someof its constituentsareknown

to theStateof Californiato causecancer,birth defects

andotherreproductiveharm.

CAUFORNIAPROPOSITION55 WARNING

This productcontainsor emitschemicalsknown tothe

Stateof Californiato causecancer,birth defectsand

otherreproductiveharm.

KNOWYOURPOWERWASHER

Readthis owner's manualand safety rules beforeoperatingyour

high powerwasher.

Ifyou loanthis deviceto someone,ALWAYSloantheseinstructions

ANDthe owner's manualto the individualas well. Comparethe

illustrations with your high power washer to familiarize yourself

with the locationsof variouscontrols (Figure1). Savethis manual

for future reference.Replacementowner's manualscan beprinted

from the GeneracWebsite.

A- Spray Gun- Controls the application of water onto the cleaning

surface withtrigger device. Includesatrigger lock.

B- LancewithQuickConnect- Allows you to switch betweendifferent

nozzles.

C- High Pressure Hose- Connectone endto waterpump andthe other

to the spraygun.

D - Recoil Starter - Usefor starting the engine.

E- Oil Fill - Checkand addengineoil.

F - Air Filter - Protects engine by filtering dust and debris out of the

intakeair.

G - Pump- Developshigh pressure.

H - Thermal Relief Valve- Cycleswaterthrough the pump whenwater

reaches125°Fwarm water will dischargefrom pump onto ground.

This preventsinternal pump damage.

I - Engine On/Off Switch - Turnthis switch to "ON" before using the

recoil starter. Turnthe switch to "OFF"to stop the engine.

J - UnloaderValve- Controlsthe highpressure output.

K- HighPressure Outlet- Connectionfor high pressure hose.

L - Water Inlet - Connectionfor GardenHose.

M - FuelTank- Filltank with regularunleadedfuel. Always leaveroom

forfuel expansion.

N - Fuel On/OffSwitch- Turnsfuel supply to the engineon andoff.

O - Choke- Preparesacold enginefor starting.

P- Throttle Lever - Increases or decreases engine speed. Throttle

shouldbe at maximumtravel whenthe powerwasher is in use.

Q- Nozzles- Chemical injection, 0°, 15°, 25°, 40° for various high

pressurecleaningapplications.

R- Chemical Tank- Usedto hold power washer safe detergentsto

be siphonedinto the low pressurestream. (some units may not be

equippedwith tanks ormay only haveonetank).

S- Warning/OperationInstruction - Identifies proper procedure to

start!stop powerwasher.

T - Brain Plug - Used to drain engine oil.

U - Serial Number Location

ITEMSNOTSHOWN

• IdentificationLabel(on engineblower housing)- Providesmodel and

serial numberof power washer. Pleasehavethese readilyavailableif

callingfor assistance.

• DetergentSiphoningTube/Filter- Use to siphon power washer safe

detergentsinto the low pressurestream.

Figure1- Features& Controls

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PRODUCTSPECiFiCATiONS

CONSUMER

Pressure- (PSI/ BAR) 2500/172 2700/186 3100/213

FlowRate- (GPM/ LPM) 2.3/8.7 2.7/10.2

Watersupplytemperature- (°F/ C°) 100/38 Max

Hoselength- (Feet/Meters) 25/7.6 25/7.6 30/9.1

ChemicalTank(s)- Numberper unit 0 1 2

ChemicalTank- Capacity(Gallon- Liters) N/A 0.75/2.8 0.75/2.8

Nozzles- Numberperunit 3 4 5

LanceLength(Inches/ cm) 20/51

Gun Standard Deluxe

EngineDisplacement- (Cubic Inch/ cc) 11.9/196 12.9/212

SparkPlugType F7TCor equivalent

SparkPlugGap- (Inches/ mm) 0.028-0.031/0.70-0.80

FuelCapacity- (Quarts/ Liters) 3.7/3.5

OilCapacity- (Oz/ Liters) 20/0.6

Low OilShutDown System Yes

On/OffSwitch Yes

EMISSIONSINFORMATION

The U.S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency (and California Air

ResourceBoardfor equipmentcertifiedto CAstandards)requires

that this engine comply with exhaust and evaporativeemission

standards.Locate the emissions compliancedecalon the engine

to determinewhat standardsthe enginemeets, and to determine

which emissions warrantyapplies.Theengineis certified to meet

the applicableemission standardson gasoline.It is important to

follow the maintenancespecificationsin the Maintenancesection

to ensurethat the enginecomplies with the applicableemission

standardsfor thedurationofthe product's life. Thisengineutilizes

leancarburetionsettings and other systemsto reduceemissions.

Tampering with or altering the emission control system may

increaseemissionsand may be a violation of Federalor California

Law.Acts that constitutetampering includebutare notlimited to:

• Removalor alterationof anypart of the intake,fuel, or exhaust

systems

• Altering or defeatingthe governor linkage or speed-adjusting

mechanismto causethe engineto operateoutside its design

parameters

If you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your

engineinspectedand repairedby your servicingdealer:

• Hardstartingor stallingafter starting

• Roughidle

• Misfiring or backfiringunderload

• Afterburning(backfiring)

• Blackexhaustsmoke or highfuel consumption

HIGHALTITUDEOPERATION

Thefuel systemon this enginemay be influencedby operationat

higher altitudes.Properoperationcan be ensuredby installing an

altitudekit when required.Seethetable belowto determinewhen

an altitudekit is required.Operatingthis enginewithoutthe proper

altitude kit installed may increase the engine's emissions and

decreasefuel economy and performance. Kits may be obtained

from anyDealer,and shouldbe installedby a qualifiedindividual.

Altitude* Kit Number PSI

0 - 5000 Feet NotRequired 2500/2700/3100

5000 - 7000 Feet 0K2015 2500/2700

5000 - 7000 Feet 0K2016 31O0

*Elevationabovesealevel.

NOTE:

If thealtitude kit hasbeen installedand the enginewill be

operated at analtitudewherethe kit is notrequired, the

engineshould be returned tothe original factory configuration.

Operatingthe engineat loweraltitudes with the kit installed

may causethe engineto overheat and result in seriousengine

damage, and may result in decreased performanceand

increasedemissions.

UNPACKING

1. Removethe parts bag,accessories,andinserts includedwith

powerwasher.

2. Opencarton completely by cutting each corner from top to

bottom.

3. Ensureyou haveall includeditems priorto assembly.

• MainUnit

• HandleAssembly

• HighPressureHose

• SiphonHose&Filter

• SprayGun

• LancewithQuickConnectFitting

• OilBottle

• HoseHookWireform

• PartsBag(whichincludesthefollowing):

- ChemicalTankCapwith hole if modelis equippedwith a

ChemicalTank

- Operator'sManual

- Owner'sRegistrationCard

- BagcontainingColor-codedNozzles

4. If you are missing any items from your carton, pleasecall

GeneracCustomerServiceat 1-888-436-3722. Whencalling

for assistance,pleasehavethemodeland serialnumberfrom

the datatag available.

5. Fill out and send in registrationcard. Write Modet number,

Serialnumber & dateof purchase in the table locatedin the

"Whereto FindUs"section.

ASSEMBLY

Readentireoperator'smanualbeforeyouattempttoassembleor If

you haveany problemswith the assemblyof your powerwasher,

pleasecall GeneracCustomer Serviceat 1-888-436-3722. When

calling for assistance, pleasehavethe model and serial number

from the datatag available.

1. Place handle (A) onto handle supports (B). Push in latch

buttonsand allow handleto slide intoposition (C). Buttonwill

lock handleintoplace (Figure2).

Figure 2- Attach Handle

NOTE:

it may be necessaryto move the handle supportsfrom sideto

sidein order to alignthe handle soit will slideover the handle

supports.

2. Installhosehook (Figure3).

Figure3 - InstallHoseHook

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3. Insert color-colored nozzles in spaces provided in handle

(Figure4).

4. Placespraygun andnozzleextensionintospraygun holderas

shown (Figure4).

5. Coilhigh pressurehoseandhang on hook.

Figure4 - InsertNozzles

.

Attachsiphontube to location A (Figure5).

Figure 5 - Siphon TubeLocation

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ADDFUEL

Fuelmust meettheserequirements:

* Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.

* A minimum of 87 octane/87AKI (91 RON).

* Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol(gasohol)is acceptable.

NOTE:

Avoid powerwasherdamage. Failureto follow Operator's

Manualfor fuel recommendationsvoidswarranty.

* DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuch asE85.

* DONOTmix oil in gasoline.

* DONOTmodify engineto run on alternatefuels.

Toprotectthefuelsystemfrom gelling,mix in afuelstabilizerwhen

addingfuel. SeeStorage.All fuel isnotthe same.If youexperience

starting or performance problems after using fuel, switch to a

differentfuel provideror changebrands.

ADDENGINEOIL

1. Placepowerwasher on a flat, levelsurface.

2. Clean area around oil fill and remove orange oil fill cap/

dipstick.

3. Usingoilfunnel(optional),slowly pouroil intofill opening.See

Maintenancesectionfor oil type recommendation.

NOTE:

Onsomeunits there ismorethan one oil fill location,in these

instancesitis only necessaryto use one of theoil fill points.

4. Checkperiodicallyuntilthe oil levelis between"L"and "H"on

thedipstick (Figure6). DONOTOVERFILL.

Figure6 - Dipstick

Acceptable Oil

Level Range

Fueland itsvaporsare extremelyflammable

and explosive.Fire or explosion cancause

severe burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

* Turnpower washer OFFand let it cool at least two (2) minutes

beforeremovingfuel cap. Loosen capslowly to relievepressurein

tank.

* Fillfuel tank outdoors.

* DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

* Iffuel spills, waituntil it evaporatesbeforestarting engine.

* Keepfuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and

other ignitionsources.

* DONOTlight acigaretteor smoke.

1. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

2. Slowly add regular unleaded fuel to fuel tank. Be careful not

to overfill. Fill to bottom of filter screen, this will allow for fuel

expansion (Figure 7).

3. Install fuel cap and let any spilled fuel evaporate before

starting engine.

Figure 7- Adding Fuel

NOTE:

Anyattempt to crankor startthe engine before ithasbeen

properlyserviced with the recommendoil may resultin engine

failure.

5. Replaceoil fill cap/dipstickandfully tighten.

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CONNECTHOSEANDWATERSUPPLYTOPUMP

NOTE:

DONOTrunthe pumpwithoutthe watersupplyconnected

andturnedon. Damageto equipmentresultingfrom failureto

followthisinstructionwill voidwarranty.

NOTE:

Removeand discardthe shippingcapfrom the pump'swater

inletbefore attachinghose.

1. Runwater throughyour gardenhosefor 30 secondsto clean

outany debris.

2. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet

screen (A) (Figure8). Clean screen if it contains debris or

haveit replacedif damaged.DONOTrun powerwasherif inlet

screenis damaged.

IMPORTANT:DONOTsiphonstandingwaterfor the watersupply.

Use ONLYcold water (less than 100°F). Water supply must be

adequateto handlegreaterthan3.8 gallonsperminuteandno less

than 30 psi.

NOTE:

Using a OneWayValve(vacuum breaker or checkvalve)at

pumpinletcancausepumpor inletconnectordamage.

• ThereMUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden hose

betweenthe power washer inlet and any device, such as a

vacuum breakeror checkvalve.

• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this

instructionwill voidwarranty.

Figure 8 - Inspect Inlet Screen

Figure9 - ConnectGardenHose

Riskof eyeinjury.Spray cansplashback or propel

..>d_ objects.

.

• Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in

vicinity of equipmentin use.

• Before starting the power washer, be sure you are wearing

adequatesafety goggles.

• NEVERsubstitutesafety glassesfor safety goggles.

Connect lance to spray gun (Figure 10). Tighten by hand.

Figure10 - Attach Lance

3. Connectthe gardenhose (notto exceed50 feet in length)to

the water inlet(Figure9). Tightenby hand.

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Attachendof high pressurehoseto baseof spray gun (Figure

11).Tightenby hand.

figure11 - ConnectHose toSprayGun

The highpressurestreamof waterthatthisequipment

producescancutthroughskinand itsunderlying

tissues,leadingto seriousinjuryand possible

amputation.

• NEVERconnecthighpressurehosetolance.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygunwhile

systemispressurized.

• Alwaysbe certain spray gun, nozzlesand accessoriesare

correctlyattached.

6. Connect high pressure hose to pump (uncoil hose before

connecting to pump or spray gun) (Figure12). Tighten by

hand.

,ACAUTiON!

,_The hosecanbe damagedif it comesin contactwith a

hot engineor muffler.

Figure12 - ConnectHighPressureHoseto Pump

.

Turn ONthe water,squeezethe trigger to purge the pump

systemof air (Figure13).

Figure 13-Squeeze Trigger

HOW TOUSENOZZLES

The quick-connect on the nozzle lance allows you to switch

between differentnozzles. Nozzlescan be changedwhile power

washer is running once spray gun trigger is locked in the safety

position. The nozzles vary the pressure and spray pattern as

shown.

• Formosteffectivecleaning,keepnozzlefrom 8 to 24 inches(20

to 61 cm) awayfrom cleaningsurface.

• If you get nozzletoo close, especiallyusing a high pressure

nozzle,youmay damagesurfacebeingcleaned.

The highpressurestreamof waterthat this equipment

producescancutthrough skinand itsunderlying

tissues,leadingto serious injuryand possible

amputation.

• NEVERexchangenozzleswithoutthetriggerlockbeingengagedon

thespraygun.

• DONOTtwistnozzleswhilespraying.

Followtheseinstructionsto changenozzles:

1. Pull back collar on quick-connect and pull current nozzles

off. Storenozzlesin holderprovidedonthe accessorystorage

(Figure14).

Figure 14- Nozzles

.

3.

Selectdesirednozzle.

Pull back on collar, insert new nozzleand releasecollar.Tug

on nozzleto makesureit is securelyin place.

• Fordelicaterinse (lowerpressureand higherflow), for gentle

cleaningof cars/trucks, boats, RV's, patio furniture, lawn

equipment,etc.,selectwhitenozzle(Figure15).

Figure 15 - Wash Pressure Nozzle (White)

/

• Forgeneralrinsing (mediumpressureand medium flow), idealfor

mostall purposecleaningsuch ashomesiding, brickpatios,wood

decks, driveways and sidewalks,garagefloors, etc., select green

nozzle(Figure16).

Figure 16 - Clean Pressure Nozzle (Green)

,, When applying detergent,use only the black nozzle (Figure19).

Onlyuse powerwasher safe detergents/soapsto helpbreakdown

stubborn dirt and grime on avarietyof surfaces.

Figure lg - Detergent Nozzle (Black)

• For medium rinsing (higher pressure and medium flow), ideal

for removing stains on hard porous surfaces such as concrete

dirveways, garage floors and brick patios, select yellow nozzle

(Figure17).

Figure 17- Strip Pressure Nozzle (Yellow)

CLEANINGANDAPPLYINGDETERGENT

,A CAUTION!

,_ Chemicals cancausebodilyinjury,and/orproperty

damage.

• NEVERusecausticliquidwithpowerwasher.

• Use ONLYpower washer safe detergents/soaps.Follow all

manufacturer'sinstructions.

Toapplydetergent,follow these steps:

1. Reviewuseof nozzles.

2. Opencontainercap (if so equipped,Figure20).

3. Preparedetergentsolutionas requiredbyjob.

Figure 20 - Chemical Tank & Cover

• For maximum rinsing (higher pressure and lower flow), for

stubborn or hardto reach surfacesuch assecondstory surfaces,

paintremoval,oil stains,rust removalor otherstubbornsubstances

(tar, gum,grease,wax,etc.), select rednozzle(Figure18).

,A CAUTION!

,_This tip (RedNozzle)candamageworksurfaceif it is

too closeor heldin one positionfor an extendedtime.

Figure 18- Blast Pressure Nozzle (Red)

1o

Container

Cap

4. Dependingon model, insert filter on end of siphoningtube

throughthe hole in theloose cap (supplied)(Figure21).

5. Installcap andsiphoningtube ontotank.

6. Make sure siphoning tube remains fully submerged into

detergent.

Figure 21 -/nsta//Siphoning Tube

NOTE:

Makesurethe filter remainsfully submergedin detergent

while applying detergent.

NOTE:

Contactwith the hotmuffler candamagedetergentsiphoning

tube.

.

• Wheninsertingthesiphonintoadetergentsolutionbottle,routethe

tubesoastokeepitfrominadvertentlycontactingthehotmuffler.

Makesure blackdetergentnozzleis installed.

NOTE:

Detergentcannotbe appliedwiththehighpressurenozzle

(Yellow,White,Greenor Bed). Only usethe Black nozzlewith

detergent.

8. Confirmset-up instructionshavebeenfollowed.

NOTE:

Youmustattachall hosesbefore youstartthe engine.

= Startingtheenginewithoutallthehosesconnectedandwithoutthe

waterturnedONwilldamagethepump.

• Damagetoequipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthisinstruction

willvoidwarranty.

9. Start enginefollowing instructions How to Start Your Power

Washer.

10. Apply detergentto a dry surface, starting at lower portion

of area to be washed and work upward using long, even,

overlappingstrokes.

11. Allow detergentto "soak in" for 3-5 minutes beforewashing

and rinsing. Reapply as needed to prevent surface from

drying. DO NOT allow detergent to dry on surface being

cleaned(preventsstreaking).

IMPORTANT:Youmustflush thedetergentsiphoningsystemafter

eachusebyplacingthefilter intoa bucketof cleanwater,then run

the powerwasher in low pressurefor 1-2 minutes.

POWERWASHERR/NS/NG

1. Removeblackdetergentnozzlefrom lance.

2. Select and install desired high pressure nozzle following

instructions Howto UseNozzles.

3. Point spray gun in safe direction and away from people,

animals and plants. Squeezetrigger to flush any remaining

chemicalfrom system.

4. Keepspraygun a safe distancefrom areayou planto spray.

"_ Im_,_ Kickback fromspraygun cancauseyouto fall.• Useonlyona levelsurface.

• Donotuseonelevatedsurfaceto preventtherisk

ofa seriousfall.

• Beextremelycarefulif youmustusethepowerwasherfrom a

ladder,scaffolding,or anyothersimilarlocation.

• Firmlygraspspraygunwithbothhandswhenusinghighpressure

spraytoavoidinjurywhenspraygunkicksback.

5. Apply a high pressurespray to a small area andthen check

surfacefor damage.If no damageis found, you can assume

it is okay to continuerinsing.

6. Start at top of areato be rinsed, working down with same

overlappingstrokesasyou usedfor cleaning.

CLEANINGDETERGENTSIPHONINGTUBE

If you used the detergentsiphoningtube, you must flush it with

cleanwater beforestoppingthe engine.

1. Placedetergentsiphoningtube/filter in a bucketfull of clean

water.

2. Removehigh pressurenozzlefrom nozzleextension.

3. Selectandinstall blackdetergentnozzlefollowinginstructions

How to Use Nozzles.

4. Flushfor 1-2 minutes.

5. Shut off engine following instructions How to Stop Power

Washerand turn off water supply.

6. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction, squeezespray

gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh water pressure.Engage

triggerlock when not in use.

IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, evenwhen

engineis stoppedandwater is disconnected.

The highpressurestreamof waterthatthisequipment

producescancutthroughskinand itsunderlying

tissues,leadingto seriousinjuryand possible

amputation.Spray guntrapshighwaterpressure,even

whenengine isstoppedand water is disconnected,

whichcancauseinjury.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygunwhile

systemispressurized.

• ALWAYSpointspraygun in safe direction,andsqueezespray

guntriggerto releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustopengine.

Engagetriggerlockwhennotin use.

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OPERATION

If you haveanyproblemsoperatingyour powerwasher,pleasecall

Generaccustomer serviceat 1-888-436-3722.

POWERWASHERLOCATION

ClearancesandAir Movement

Runningenginegivesoff carbonmonoxide,an

odorless, colorless,poisonousgas. Breathing carbon

monoxidecancauseheadache,fatigue, dizziness,

vomiting,confusion, seizures,nausea,fainting or

death. Formore information,referencethe CO

warnings in the SafetyRules section.

Placepowerwasher outdoors in an areathat will not accumulate

deadly exhaustgas. NEVERplace power washer where exhaust

gas could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a

potentially occupied building. Ensureexhaust gas is kept away

from any windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other openings

that canallow exhaustgasto collect in a confinedarea.Prevailing

winds and air currents should be taken into considerationwhen

positioningpowerwasher (Figure22).

• OperatepowerwasherONLYoutdoors.

• Keepexhaustgasfromenteringaconfinedareathroughwindows,

doors,ventilationintakes,orotheropenings.

• NEVERstartor runengineindoors,inavehicleor inan enclosed

area,EVENIFwindowsanddoorsareopen.

_ Exhaustheat/gasescanignitecombustibles,

structuresor damage fuel tankcausinga fire.

Keepatleast5ft. (152 cm) clearanceon allsidesof powerwasher

includingoverhead.

Figure22 - Building Clearances

5 Foot Minimum

CHECKLISTBEFORESTARTINGENGINE

1. Be sure to read and understandthe OperatorSafety section

and Operationsectionbeforeusingpowerwasher.

2. Checkthat oil is atthe properlevelintheenginecrankcaseand

thatfuel hasbeen addedto thefuel tank.

3. Reviewthe unit's assembly and ensure fitting are properly

securedandmakesurethereareno kinks,cuts, or damageto

high pressurehose.

4. Provide a proper water supply at an adequateflow, clear

screensof debris,andconfirmthatthesystem ispurgedof air.

5. Confirm unitis secureon levelground and surroundingwork

areais clear.

HOWTOSTARTYOURPOWERWASHER

NOTE:

DONOTrun the pumpwithout the watersupplyconnected

andturned on. Damage to equipment resultingfrom failure to

follow this instructionwill voidwarranty.

1. Movethefuel valve leverto theONposition (Figure23).

Figure 23 - Fuel Valve

Off

2. Move chokeleverto "CLOSE"position (Figure24).

NOTE:

For a warmengine,be surethe chokeleveris inthe "OPEN"

position.

Figure 24 - Choke Lever

Choke

Open

Close

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.

Move throttle control lever to "HIGH" position, shown on

engineasa rabbit(Figure25).

Figure 25 - Thrott/e Contro/

Figure27- Starting the Engine

Starter Handle

High Low

.

Turnthe engineswitch to the "ON"position (Figure26).

Figure26 - TheONPosition

IMPORTANT:Beforestarting the powerwasher,be sure you are

wearingadequatesafetygoggles.

.

6.

Riskof eye injury.Spray cansplashbackor propel

objects.

* Alwayswearsafetygoggleswhenusingthis equipmentor in

vicinityofequipmentin use.

* Beforestartingthe powerwasher,be sure you are wearing

adequatesafetygoggles.

* NEVERsubstitutesafetyglassesforsafetygoggles.

Placefoot onfootpador otherwisesecureunitfrom movement

whenpulling recoil.

When starting the engine,grasp starter grip handle (Figure

27) and pull slowly until you feel some resistance.Then pull

rapidlyto start engine.

Starter cordkickback(rapid retraction)canresultin

,_. bodilyinjury.Kickbackwill pullhandand arm toward

engine faster thanyoucanlet go.Brokenbones,

fractures,bruises,or sprainscouldresult.

* NEVERpullstartercordwithoutfirstrelievingspraygunpressure.

* Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceisfelt and

thenpullrapidlyto avoidkickback.

* Aftereachstartingattempt,whereenginefailstorun,alwayspoint

sprayguninsafedirectionandsqueezesprayguntriggertorelease

highpressure.

* Firmlygraspspraygunwithbothhandswhenusinghighpressure

spraytoavoidinjurywhenspraygunkicksback.

7. Returnstartergrip handleslowly.DONOTletrope"snapback"

againststarter.

8. When engine starts, slowly move choke lever to "OPEN"

position asenginewarms. If enginefalters, move chokelever

to "CLOSE"position,thento "OPEN"position (Figure28).

Figure28 - Choke Lever

Choke

9. After eachstarting attempt,whereenginefails to run, always

point gun in safe direction,and squeezespray gun triggerto

releasehigh pressure.

10. If engine fails to start after six pulls, move choke leverto

"OPEN"position,and repeatsteps 6 through10.

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The highpressurestreamof waterthatthisequipment

producescancutthroughskinand itsunderlying

tissues,leadingto seriousinjuryand possible

amputation.Spray guntrapshighwaterpressure,even

whenengineis stoppedand wateris disconnected,

whichcancauseinjury.

• DONOTallowCHILDRENto operatepowerwasher or playnearby.

• Keephighpressure hoseconnectedto pumpand spraygun while

systemis pressurized.

• NEVERaim spray gun at people, animals or electrical devices.

Seriousinjury will result.

• DONOTsecure spraygun in openposition.

• DONOTleavespray gun unattendedwhilemachine is running.

• NEVERuse a spray gun which does not have a trigger lock or

trigger guardin placeand inworking order.

• Always be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are

correctly attached.

Contactwith muffler area canresultin seriousburns.Exhaustheat/gasescanignite

combustibles,structuresor damage fuel tank

causinga fire.

• DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases.

• Allowequipmenttocoolbeforetouching.

• Keepatleast5 feet(152cm)of clearanceon allsidesof power

washerincludingoverhead.

• It isaviolationof CaliforniaPublicResourceCode,Section4442,

touseoroperatetheengineonanyforest-covered,brush-covered,

orgrass-coveredlandunlesstheexhaustsystemisequippedwith

asparkarrester,asdefinedinSection4442,maintainedineffective

workingorder.Otherstatesor federaljurisdictionsmay have

similarlaws.

• Replacementpartsmustbethe sameandinstalledin thesame

positionastheoriginalparts.

AUTOMATICCOOLDOWNSYSTEM(THERMAL

RELIEF)

If you run the engine on your power washer for 3-5 minutes

without pressing the trigger on the spray gun, circulating water

in the pump can reach temperatures above 125°E The system

engages to cool the pump by discharging the warm water onto

the ground.

HOWTOSTOPYOURPOWERWASHER

1. Release spray gun trigger.

2. Move throttle control lever on engine to "LOW" (turtle)

position (Figure 29).

3. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch to the "OFF"position.

4. ALWAYS point spray gun in a safe direction, and squeeze

spray gun trigger to release retained high water pressure.

Engage trigger lock when not in use.

5. Turn OFFwater supply.

Figure 2g- Throttle Position

High Low

IMPORTANT:Spray gun traps high water pressure,evenwhen

engineis stopped andwater is disconnected.

Thehighpressurestreamof waterthat this equipment

producescancutthrough skinanditsunderlying

tissues, leadingto seriousinjuryand possible

amputation.Spraygun traps highwaterpressure,even

when engineis stoppedand water isdisconnected,

which cancauseinjury.

• Keephigh pressurehose connectedto pump andspraygun while

system is pressurized.

• ALWAYSpoint spray gun in safe direction, squeeze spray gun

trigger to release high pressure, every time you stop engine.

Engagetriggerlock when notin use.

MAINTENANCERECOMMENDATIONS

Regular maintenance wilt improve the performance and extend

the life of the power washer. See any qualified dealer for service.

The power washer's warranty does not cover items that have been

subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, the operator must maintain the power washer

as instructed in this manual, including proper storage as detailed

in Winter Storage and Long Term Storage.

NOTE:

Shouldyouhavequestions aboutreplacingcomponents

on yourpowerwasher,pleasecall 1-888-435-3722 for

assistance.

Someadjustmentswill need to be made periodicallyto properly

maintainyour powerwasher.

All service and adjustmentsshould be made at least once each

season. Follow the requirementsin the MaintenanceSchedule

chart.

NOTE:

Oncea yearyoushouldcleanor replacethe sparkplug,clean

or replacethe air filter, and checkthe spraygun and nozzle

extensionassembly for wear. Anew sparkplugand cleanair

filter assure properfuel-air mixture and helpyourenginerun

better and lastlonger.

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MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first.

More frequent service is required when operating in adverse

conditions.

Changeengineoil

Check!cleanwaterinletscreen*

Checkhighpressurehose

Checkdetergentsiphoninghose/filter

Checkspraygunandassemblyforleaks

Cleandebris

Checkengineoil level

Changeengineoil**

Check/cleanaircleanerfilter**

Inspectmufflerandspark arrester*

Servicesparkplug

* Cleanif clogged. Replaceif perforated or torn.

** Service more oftenunder dirty or dusty conditions.

PUlVIPOIL

DONOTattemptany oil maintenanceon this pump. The pump is

pre-lubricatedandsealedfrom thefactory, requiringno additional

maintenancefor the lifeof the pump.

EMISSIONSCONTROL

Maintenance,replacement,or repair of the emissionscontrol

devicesandsystemsmay beperformedbyanynon-roadengine

repair establishmentor individual. However, to obtain "no

charge" emissions control service, the work must be performed

by a factory authorizeddealer.Seethe EmissionsWarranty.

POWERWASHERMAINTENANCE

CleanDebris

Daily or before use, clean accumulated debris from cleaning

system. Keep linkage, spring and controls clean. Keep area

around and behind muffler free from any combustible debris.

Inspectcoolingair slotsandopeningsonthe powerwasher.These

openingsmustbe kept cleanandunobstructed.

Power washer parts should be kept clean to reducethe risk of

overheatingand ignitionof accumulateddebris.

• Use a dampcloth to wipe exteriorsurfacesclean.

NOTE:

impropertreatment of powerwasher candamageit and

shortenits life.

• DONOTinsert anyobjectsthroughcooling slots.

• Usea soft bristle brushto loosencakedon dirt, oil,etc.

• Usea vacuumcleanerto pick up loosedirt anddebris.

CHECKANDCLEANINLETSCREEN

Examinethe screenonthe pump'swater inlet.Cleanitif thescreen

is cloggedor replaceit if screenis damaged.

CHECKHiGHPRESSUREHOSES

Thehighpressurehosescan developleaksfrom wear,kinking,or

abuse.Inspectthe hoses eachtime beforeusingthem.Checkfor

cuts, leaks,abrasionsor bulgingof cover,damageor movement

of couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replacethe hose

immediately.

Thehighpressurestreamof waterthatthisequipment

producescancutthroughskinand its underlying

tissues,leadingto seriousinjuryand possible

amputation.

• NEVERrepairhigh pressurehose. Replaceit.

• Replacement hose rating MUST meet or exceed maximum

pressureratingof unit.

CHECKDETERGENTSIPHONINGTUBE

Examinethe filter on the detergenttube andcleanif clogged.The

tube shouldfit tightly on the barbedfitting. Examinethe tube for

leaksor tears. Replacethefilter or tube if eitheris damaged.

CHECKSPRAYGUN

Examinethe hoseconnectionto the spraygun and makesureit is

secure.Testthe trigger by pressingthe trigger,it "springs back"

into placewhen you releaseit. Replacespray gun immediatelyif

itfails to "spring back".

NOZZLEMAINTENANCE

A pulsing sensationfelt while squeezingthe spray gun trigger

may be causedby excessivepump pressure.Theprincipalcause

of excessive pump pressure is a nozzle clogged or restricted

with foreign materials, such as dirt, etc. Tocorrect the problem,

immediatelycleanthe nozzlefollowing these instructions:

1. Shutoff engineandturn off water supply.

2. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction, squeezespray

guntriggerto releaseretainedhigh water pressure.

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The highpressurestreamof waterthatthisequipment

producescancutthroughskinand itsunderlying

tissues,leadingto seriousinjuryand possible

amputation.Spray guntrapshighwaterpressure,even

whenengineisstoppedand wateris disconnected,

whichcan causeinjury.

* Keephighpressurehoseconnectedtopumpandspraygunwhile

systemispressurized.

* ALWAYSpointsprayguninsafedirection,andsqueezespraygun

triggertoreleasehighpressureeverytimeyoustopengine.Engage

triggerlockwhennotinuse.

3. Removenozzlefrom endof nozzleextension.

4. Usea small paperclip to freeanyforeignmaterialcloggingor

restricting nozzle(Figure30).

Figure30 - Free ForeignMaterial

ENGINEMAINTENANCE

'_/f Unintentional sparkingcanresultin fire or

electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOURPOWER

WASHER

* Disconnectthesparkplugwirefromthesparkplugandplacethe

wirewhereit cannotcontactsparkplug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

* Useapprovedsparkplugtester.

* DONOTcheckfor sparkwithsparkplugremoved.

ENGINEOILRECOMMENDATIONS

Werecommendthe useof high=qualitydetergentoils acceptableif

classifiedfor serviceSF,SG,SH,SJor higher.DONOTusespecial

additives.

Outdoortemperatures determinethe proper oil viscosity for the

engine.Usethe chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor

temperaturerangeexpected.

mEm

5. Removelancefrom spray gun.

6. Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back

flushing waterthrough lance (Figure31). Backflush between

30 to 60 seconds.

7. Reinstallnozzleinto lance.

8. Reconnectlanceto spray gun.

Figure31 - BackFlushLance

9. Make sure garden hose is connectedto pump water inlet.

Checkthat high pressurehoseis connectedto spray gun and

pump. Turnon water.

10. Start enginefollowing instructions How to Start Your Power

Washer.

11. Test power washer by operating with each quick connect

nozzle.

lm| zmm

°F =20 =10 0 10 20 32 40 60

oc/o -2'o -1'o 6 lo 2'o

Temperature Range of Expected Use

* Below 50°F(10°C) the use of SAE30 will result in hard starting.

** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W30 may cause increased oil consumption.

Checkoil levelmore frequently.

NOTE:

Synthetic oil meeting &SACGF-2,API certificationmark

and API servicesymbolwith "SJ/CFENERGYCONSERVING"

or higher,is an acceptable oil at all temperatures.Use of

syntheticoil doesnotalter requiredoil changeintervals.

NOTE:

Theengine is equipped withan "Oil Alert System". This

systemwill automatically stopthe engine beforethe oil level

fails below a safe limit.Toavoidtheinconvenienceof an

unexpectedshutdown,always checkthe engine oil levelbefore

startup.

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CHECKOILLEVEL

Oil level shouldbe checkedprior to eachuse or at least every 8

hoursof operation.Keepoil levelmaintained.

1. Makesure powerwasher is on a levelsurface.

2. Cleanareaaroundoil fill and wipedipstick cleanremoveoil fill

cap (Figure32).

3. Verifyoil is atthe properlevelonthe dipstick.

4. Insertthe dipstick intofiller neck butdo not screwit in.

5. Replaceandtighten oil fill cap.

Figure32- FillEngineOil

ADDINGENGINEOIL

1. Makesure powerwasher is on aflat, levelsurface.

2. Checkoil levelasdescribedin CheckingOil Level.

3. If needed,slowly pour oil into oil fill opening untilthe proper

levelonthe dipstick is reached.

4. Insertthe dipstick intofiller neck butdo not screwit in.

5. If levelis low,fill untiltheoil levelisbetween"L"and "H"onthe

dipstick (Figure33).

6. Replaceandtighten oil fill cap.

Figure33 - Dipstick

CHANGINGENGINEOIL

If you are usingyour powerwasher underextremelydirty or dusty

conditions,or in extremelyhot weather,changethe oil moreoften.

,ACAUTION!

,_ Avoidprolongedor repeatedskin contactwith used

motoroil.

• Usedmotoroil hasbeenshownto causeskincancerin certain

laboratoryanimals.

• Thoroughlywashexposedareaswithsoapandwater.

,_ KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN.

• Don't pollute. Conserveresources.Return used oil to

collectioncenters.

Changeoil whileengineis still warm from running,asfollows:

1. Makesure unitis on a levelsurface.

2. Disconnectthe sparkplug wirefrom the spark plugand place

thewire whereit cannot contactspark plug.

3. Cleanareaaround oil drain plug (A) (Figure34). The oil drain

plug is locatedat baseof engine,oppositecarburetor.

4. Removeoil fill cap (Figure32).

5. Removeoil drain plug anddrain oil completely intoa suitable

container.

6. Reinstalloil drain plug andtighten securely.

7. Slowly pour oil (about20 oz.) into oilfill openingto the proper

levelonthe dipstick. DONOToverfill.

8. Reinstalloil fill cap. Fingertighten capsecurely.

9. Wipeup anyspilledoil.

10. Properly dispose of oil in an accordance with all local

regulations.

Figure 34 - Oil Drain Plug

Acceptable Oil

i_' Level Range

1"7

SERVICEAiRCLEANER

Yourenginewill notrun properlyandmay be damagedif yourun it

with a dirty air cleaner.Servicemoreoften if operatingunderdirty

or dustyconditions.

Toservicethe air cleaner,follow these steps:

1. Pull on air cleanercover latch and removecover (Figure35).

2. Loosenwing nut.

3. Carefullyremovefilter assembly.

4. Removefoam filter.

5. Tocleancartridge,gentlytap on aflat surface.

6. Reinstallfoam filter.

7. Reinstallcleanor new cartridgeassembly.

8. Reinstallwing nutandtighten.

9. Installcover by snappinglatch closed.

Figure 35 - Service the Air Cleaner

Paper Filter

Element

_-__- -__/Air Cleaner

_06ooo_

£--__ oamFilter

Element

SERVICESPARKPLUG

Changingthe spark plug will helpyour engineto start easierand

run better.

1. Cleanareaaroundspark plug.

2. Removeandinspect sparkplug (Figure36).

3. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and reset

spark plug gap to recommended gap if necessary (see

Specifications).

4. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or

porcelain is cracked. Use the recommended replacement

plug. SeeSpecifications.

5. Installspark plugand tightenfirmly.

Figure 36- Change the Spark Plug

SPARK PLUG

_o_ m0.028-0.031

iNSPECTMUFFLERANDSPARKARRESTER

Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage.

Removethespark arrester,if equipped,and inspectfor damageor

carbonblockage.If replacementparts are required,makesureto

useonly originalequipmentreplacementparts.

REMOVESPARKARRESTERSCREEN

Tools Required: 8mm BoxWrench

1. Removeheatshieldfrom themuffler bylooseningthefour (4)

Bolts (A) (Figure37).

2. Removethe spark arresterfrom the muffler by Ioosningthe

two (2) Bolts (B) (Figure38).

3. Inspect the spark arrester, replace if torn, perforated or

otherwisedamaged(part number0K1851). DONOTUSEA

DEFECTIVESCREEN.

4. If screen is not damaged,clean it with a commercial solvent

and replace.

Figure 37 - Remove Heat Shield

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Figure 38 - Remove Spark Arrester

:_ f_, Contact with muffler area can result in seriousburns. Exhaust heat/gasescan ignite

combustibles,structures or damagefuel tank

causinga fire.

* DONOTtouch hot parts andAVOIDhot exhaustgases.

* Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.

* Keepat least 5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of power

washerincludingoverhead.

* It is a violation of CaliforniaPublic ResourceCode, Section4442,

to useor operatethe engineon anyforest-covered,brush-covered,

or grass-coveredland unlessthe exhaustsystem is equippedwith

asparkarrester,asdefinedin Section4442, maintainedin effective

workingorder.Otherstatesorfederaljurisdictions mayhavesimilar

laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer,retailer,or dealerto

obtain a spark arresterdesigned for the exhaustsystem installed

on this engine.

* Replacementparts must be the same and installed in the same

positionas the originalparts.

AFTEREACHUSE

Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time.

Sedimentsor mineralscandepositon pumpparts andfreezepump

action. Followthese proceduresafter every use:

1. Shut off engine,turn off water supply, point gun in a safe

direction,andsqueezetriggerto relievetrappedpressure,and

let enginecool.

The highpressurestreamof waterthatthisequipment

producescancutthroughskinand itsunderlying

tissues,leadingto seriousinjuryand possible

amputation.Spray guntrapshighwaterpressure,even

whenengineisstoppedand wateris disconnected,

whichcancauseinjury.

* Keephighpressurehoseconnectedtopumpandspraygunwhile

systemispressurized.

.

5.

ALWAYSpointspraygun in safe directionand squeezespray

guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustopengine.

Engagetriggerlockwhennotin use.

Disconnecthosesfrom spray gunand high pressureoutleton

pump. Drainwater from hoses,spray gun, and lance. Usea

ragto wipeoff the hose.

Emptypumpof all pumpedliquids. Checkthat the engineON/

OFFswitch andfuelvalvearein theOFFposition.Thenpullthe

recoil handleaboutsix times. Thisshould removemost liquid

in pump.

Storeunitin a clean,dry area.

If storing for morethan 30 days, seethe LongTerm Storage

section.

Fueland itsvaporsare extremelyflammable

and explosive. Fireor explosioncancause

severeburnsor death.

WHENSTORINGFUELOREQUIPMENTWiTHFUELiN TANK

* Storeawayfromfurnaces,stoves,waterheaters,clothesdryers,

or otherappliancesthat havepilotlightor otherignitionsource

becausetheycanignitefuelvapors.

WINTERSTORAGE

NOTE:

Youmustprotectyourunitfrom freezing temperatures.

, Failureto do sowill permanentlydamageyourpumpandrender

yourunitinoperable.

* Freezedamageisnotcoveredunderwarranty.

Toprotectthe unitfrom freezingtemperatures:

1. Followsteps1-3 inthe previoussectionAfter EachUse.

2. Usepumpsaverto treatpump. This minimizesfreezedamage

and lubricatespistonsand seals.

3. If pump saver is not available, connect a 3-foot section

of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour RV-antifreeze

(antifreezewithoutalcohol) intohose.Pull recoilhandletwice.

Disconnect3-foot hose.

4. Storeunit in a clean,dry area.

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