Simpson MS60852 Instruction Manual page 15

WARNING: Risk of Fire, Asphyxiation and Burn. Never fill fuel tank when
engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
• Never fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/2" (12.7 mm) below bottom of filler
neck to provide space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from engine and
equipment before starting engine.
• DO NOT let hoses come in contact with very hot engine muffler during or
immediately after use of your pressure washer. Damage to hoses from contact with
hot engine surfaces will NOT be covered by warranty.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Never pull water supply hose to move pres sure
washer. This could damage hose and/or pump inlet.
• DO NOT use hot water, use cold water only.
• Never turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to
pump will result.
• DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a time. Pump operates
in bypass mode when spray gun trigger is not pressed. If pump is left in bypass
mode for more than two minutes internal components of the pump can be
damaged.
If you do not understand these precautions, please contact our customer service
department at www.simpsoncleaning.com
Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for proper starting 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 Owner's Manual for correct
procedure.
IMPORTANT: Ethanol Shield
eliminate and prevent ethanol related problems in power equipment. Follow the
instructions on the container and add to the gasoline.
Check engine oil level. Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for correct procedure.
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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 (M) is in water inlet of pump. NOTE: Convex side
faces out.
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Connect water source (N) to pump inlet (J). NOTE: Water source must provide
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a minimum of 5 gallons per minute at 20 PSI.
6. Connect high pressure hose (C) to pump outlet (I).
(sold separately) is a fuel stabilizer that helps
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NOTICE: Use of fuels with greater than 10% ethanol are
not approved for use in this product per EPA regulations
and will damage the unit and void the warranty.
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