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RAPID RETRACTION
Rapid retraction (also known as kickback) of the
engine recoil starter cord will pull your hand and
arm towards the engine faster than you can let go
of the handle resulting in sprains, broken bones,
lacerations, and/or traumatic amputations. Kickback
is caused by damage to the engine crankshaft key,
compression release failure, and/or improper starting
techniques. To avoid kickback follow the appropriate
maintenance schedule and starting instructions listed
in the owner's manual and have engine repair work
done by an authorized service center.
HOT SURFACES
A running engine produces heat. The surfaces of
the engine, other related components, and engine
exhaust gas get hot enough to cause mild moderate
burns or ignite materials on contact. To avoid burns,
do not touch engine surfaces or exhaust gases while
operating and allow engine to cool completely before
moving, touching, or performing any maintenance.
To avoid a fire, keep all flammable materials at least
five feet away from all sides of the product.
HOT OIL
Hot oil can cause serious burns. To prevent getting
burned when changing or checking the engine oil,
use gloves to prevent hot oil from touching skin and
change oil when the engine is warm from but not hot.
FUEL TANK
PRESSURE
Gasoline vapor can build up inside the fuel tank
creating pressure. This pressure may increase when
the engine is hot from running. Opening the fuel tank
under pressure can cause rapid escape of flammable
vapors and possible fuel spills that may ignite from
contact with hot engine surfaces resulting in burn
hazard. To avoid these hazards, always allow the
engine to cool for at least 2 minutes before removing
fuel cap and loosen the fuel cap slowly to relieve any
pressure in the tank.
CHEMICAL
CLEANERS
Using chemical cleaners and/or corrosive liquids
can damage the pressure washer seals and internal
components. Damage caused by chemical cleaners
and corrosive liquids is not covered under warranty.
To avoid these hazard, only used approved cleaning
chemicals, never use bleach, and always run clean
water through the pressure washer after using
cleaning chemicals.
GASOLINE ADDITIVES
The use of fuel system cleaning additives can
damage the engine and fuel systems. Damage
caused by the use of fuel system cleaning additives
is not covered by warranty. To avoid engine and fuel
system damage, do not use any fuel system cleaning
additives.
Unpacking:
1. Place the shipping carton on a solid, flat surface.
2. Carefully cut the top of the carton open.
3. Carefully cut each corner of the carton from top to bottom.
4. Lay each side of the carton flat on the ground.
5. Remove everything from the carton.
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The low oil sensor (if equipped) will automatically
stop the engine when the oil level falls below the safe
limit. To avoid an unexpected shutdown, check the
oil level regularly, fill to the upper limit, and always
operate engine on a level surface.
The engine is shipped from the factory without oil.
Running the engine without oil will result in severe
engine damage and void the warranty. To avoid
causing engine damage and voiding the warranty, fill
the engine with the recommended oil type.
Oil is a major factor in the performance and service
life of any engine. Using the incorrect oil may damage
the engine and void the warranty. To avoid causing
engine damage and voiding the warranty, check and
change oil as required using the correct engine oil.
Turning off the water supply to your pump with the
engine running will damage the pump. Damage
caused by running the pump without water is not
covered under warranty. To avoid this hazard always
turn off the engine before shutting off the water
supply.
Old gasoline can create deposits that clog fuel
systems causing hard starting and poor performance.
Damage caused by old fuel is not covered by
warranty. To minimize deposits, avoid old fuel related
performance issues, and prevent costly repair work,
do not use gasoline that is older than 30 days.
Using gasoline with an alcohol blend greater than
10% (E10) will damage the engine. Damage caused
by using an alcohol blend of 15% (E15), 85% (E85),
or any other alcohol blend higher than 10% (E10)
is not covered under warranty. To avoid engine
damage caused by an alcohol blend that is too high,
use gasoline with 10% (E10) alcohol or lower.
Overfilling the fuel tank can result in carbon canister
damage (if equipped), poor engine performance, and
void the warranty. To avoid these hazards, do not fill
the fuel tank above the maximum level.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
This product and the engine exhaust can expose you to chemicals which are known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For
more information on California Proposition 65, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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LOW OIL SENSOR
Running a pressure washer pump without water will
severely damage the pump seals and other internal
components. To avoid this hazard, make sure your
water supply is uninterrupted, provides at least
5 GPM at 20 PSI, and always purge the air your
pressure washer pump before starting the engine.
FILL ENGINE OIL
BEFORE USING
High-pressure spray can damage plants and other
surfaces. To avoid damaging plants, cover them
before spraying near them. To avoid damaging
surfaces. Refer to the Nozzle Selection table in this
manual for correct nozzle and test surfaces before
spraying to make sure they are strong enough to
withstand high-pressure spray.
USE CORRECT
ENGINE OIL
Operating the engine with a high-altitude carburetor
jet kit at an altitude below 5000 feet (1524 meters)
will cause the engine to run too hot. Overheating the
engine could result in serious engine damage. To
avoid this hazard, make sure the correct carburetor
kit is installed and the air/fuel mixture is set correctly
for your altitude.
PUMP DAMAGE
Water can damage the pressure washer engine
components if allowed to enter through cooling slots
or other holes. Damage caused by water intrusion is
not covered under warranty. To avoid engine water
damage, do not use a pressure washer, garden
hose, or any other sources of running water to clean
the pressure washer engine, and never submerge
OLD GASOLINE
the pressure washer engine in any liquids.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming
in essential fuel system parts, such as the carburetor,
fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Alcohol-
blended fuels (also called gasohol, ethanol, or
ALCOHOL BLENDS
methanol) attract moisture, which leads to separation
and formation of acids during storage. Acidic fuel and
gum deposits can damage the engine's fuel system
while in storage. Damage caused by the use of old,
stale, or contaminated fuel are not covered under
warranty.
Running the pressure washer for more than two
DO NOT OVERFILL
minutes without the spray gun trigger pulled will
FUEL TANK
overheat the pump and possibly cause damage. The
thermal relief valve will open and spray water to help
cool the pump as it overheats. To avoid overheating
the pump, shut off the machine if not being used for
longer than two minutes.
Part Number 7117172 / English
PUMP PURGING
SPRAY DAMAGE
ALTITUDE
CLEANING
GASOLINE STORAGE
PUMP DAMAGE
REV 1 - 10/18/2021