Power Stroke PS142012 Manual Del Operador página 19

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic, which could result in serious personal
injury.
PUMP LUBRICATION
The pump on this unit is lubricated with a sufficient amount
of high-grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal
operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is
required.
PUMP MAINTENANCE
Routinely make a visual inspection of the pump. If you no-
tice any leaking of lubricant around the pump seals, take
the pressure washer to a qualified service center for repair.
There are no user serviceable parts to the pressure washer
pump. Any attempt to service or alter the pump may damage
the pressure washer and void your product warranty.
POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT
If replacement of the power supply cord is necessary, this
must be done by an authorized service center in order to
avoid a safety hazard.
NOZZLE MAINTENANCE
See Figure 20.
Excessive pump pressure (a pulsing sensation felt while
squeezing the trigger) may be the result of a clogged or
dirty nozzle.
 Unplug the pressure washer.
 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water
supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
 Remove the nozzle from the spray wand.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
NEVER remove nozzles without first turning off the
motor, and locking the lock-out on the trigger handle.
NEVER point the nozzle at your face or at others. The
quick-connect feature contains small springs that could
eject the nozzle with some force. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in an eye injury or other serious
personal injury.
 To free any foreign materials clogging or restricting the
nozzle, blow out or remove debris with a straightened
paper clip or fine needle.
 Using a garden hose, flush debris out of nozzle by back
flushing (running the water through the nozzle backwards
or from the outside to the inside).
 Reconnect the nozzle to the spray wand.
STORING THE PRESSURE WASHER
See Figures 21 - 22.
NOTE: Regular use of pump protector will give you better
performance of the unit and increase the life of the pump.
Store in a dry, covered area where the weather can't damage it.
It is important to store this product in a frost-free area. Always
empty water from all hoses, the pump, and the soap tank
before storing.
 Make sure the start button is in the OFF position (O).
 Disconnect both the high pressure hose and the garden
hose from the pump.
 Tilt the unit as shown to allow any remaining water in the
pump to drain from the water inlet.
NOTICE:
If the location where your pressure washer is stored will
fall below 32°F (0°C), the use of a pump protector is re-
quired before storing to prevent freeze damage. Freeze
damage will void your warranty.
 Neatly coil the high pressure hose and store with hook-
and-loop strap.
 Store the unit and accessories in an area that does not
reach freezing temperatures. Do not store near furnace or
other sources of heat that could dry out the pump seals.
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