Pressure Washer Maintenance; Winter Storage; Long Term Storage - Troy-Bilt FLEX 23AADAAA711 Manual Del Operador

Pressure Washer Maintenance

Clean Debris
Daily or before use, clean accumulated debris from pressure
washer. Keep linkage, spring and controls clean. Keep area
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 reduce the risk of
overheating and ignition of accumulated debris.
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
Note: Improper treatment of pressure washer could
damage it and shorten its life.
• DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
• Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
• Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.
Check and Clean Inlet Screen
Examine the screen on the pump's water inlet. Clean it if the
screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged.
Check High Pressure Hose
The high pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking, or
abuse. Inspect the hose each time before using it. Check for cuts,
leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, damage or movement of
couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replace the hose.
WARNING! The high pressure stream of water that
this equipment produces could cut through skin and
its underlying tissues, resulting in serious injury and
possible amputation.
• NEVER repair leaking connections with sealant of any kind.
Replace O-ring or seal.
After Each Use
Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time.
Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and freeze
pump action. Follow these procedures after every use:
3. Flush detergent system by removing the detergent
siphoning tube from the cleaning tank and run pressure
washer with black spray nozzle. Flush for one to two
minutes.
WARNING!
this equipment produces could cut through skin and
its underlying tissues, resulting in serious injury and
possible amputation. Spray gun traps high water
pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is
disconnected, which could result in serious injury.
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and
spray gun while system is pressurized.
• ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction, press red
lever and squeeze spray gun trigger to release high
pressure, every time you stop engine.
4. Shut off engine, turn off water supply, point gun in a safe
direction, press red lever and squeeze trigger to relieve
trapped pressure, and let engine cool.
5. Disconnect hose from spray gun and high pressure outlet
on pump. Drain water from hose, spray gun, and nozzle
extension. Use a rag to wipe off the hose.
6. Place the spray gun, nozzle extension and spray nozzles
in the accessory tray. Hang high pressure hose on hook
attached to accessory tray.
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7. Empty pump of all pumped liquids by pulling recoil handle
about six times. This should remove most liquid in pump.
8. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
9. If storing for more than 30 days, see Off-Season Storage
later in this section.
WARNING!
Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive which could cause burns,
fire or explosion resulting in death or serious injury.
When Storing Fuel Or Equipment With Fuel In Tank
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters,
clothes dryers, or other appliances that have pilot
light or other ignition source because they could
ignite fuel vapors.

Winter Storage

Note: You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures.
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and
render your unit inoperable.
• Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1. Follow steps 2-5 in the previous section After Each Use.
2. Use PumpSaver, Model BS-6151, to treat pump. This
minimizes freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals.
3. If pump saver is not available, connect a 3-foot (1 m)
section of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour RV-
antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into hose. Pull recoil
handle twice. Disconnect 3-foot (1 m) hose.
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.

Long Term Storage

If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more than 30
days, you must prepare the engine and pump for long term
storage.
Protecting the Pump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral deposits
or freezing, use PumpSaver, Model BS-6151, to treat pump. This
prevents freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals.
Note: PumpSaver is available as an optional accessory. It is
not included with the pressure washer. Contact the nearest
authorized service dealer to purchase PumpSaver.
Note: You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures.
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your
pump and render your unit inoperable.
• Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
To use PumpSaver, make sure the pressure washer is turned
off and disconnected from supply water. Read and follow all
instructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver container.
Other Storage Tips
1. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
WARNING!
Storage covers could cause a fire
resulting in death or serious injury.
• DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot pressure
washer.
• Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before
placing the cover on the equipment.