start-uP ProceDure
1. In a well-ventilated outdoor area, add fresh, high-quality, unleaded
gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Do not overfill.
Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine. Refer to engine
instruction manual for correct procedure.
2. Check engine oil level. Refer to the engine instruction manual for
correct procedure.
3. Connect the water hose to the water source. Turn the water source
on to remove all air from the hose. When a steady stream of water is
present, turn the water source off.
4. Verify the filter screen (U) is in water inlet of pump.
The cone side faces out.
5. Connect the cold water source (V) to pump inlet.
note: Water source must provide a minimum of 5
gallons per minute at 20 psi (138 kPa).
WARNING:
To
reduce
contamination always protect against backflow when
connected to a potable water system.
6. Connect high-pressure hose (P) to pump outlet.
7. If applying a chemical or cleaning solution,
refer to chemicals and cleaning solvents.
8. Turn the water source on.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Failure to do
so could cause damage to the pump.
9. Remove all air from the pump and high pressure
hose by depressing trigger until a steady stream of water is present.
10. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch (H) to the ON position.
11. Place the fuel valve lever (M) in the ON position.
12. If the engine is cold, move the choke (L) to the CLOSED position
as shown.
the
possibility
of
P
H
13.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Pull starter grip slowly
until resistance is felt. Then pull starter grip (I) rapidly to avoid
kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
note: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back. Return it gently by
hand.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. If engine does not start after
two pulls, squeeze trigger of gun to relieve pump pressure. Pull starter
cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid
kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
U
note: If the oil level in the engine is low, the engine will not start. If
the engine does not start, check the oil level and add oil as needed.
14. As the engine warms up, move the choke to
the OPEN position.
15. Depress trigger on gun to start water flow.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Stand
on a stable surface and grip gun/wand firmly with
both hands. Expect the gun to kickback when
V
triggered.
16. Release trigger to stop water flow.
DANGER: Risk of injury from spray. Engage the
trigger lock (X) when gun is not in use to prevent
accidental spraying.
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L
X