Care And Maintenance - Westinghouse ePX3100 User Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING
washer, release the pressure in the spray gun, and
unplug the pressure washer before performing
maintenance.
WARNING
items with recommended or equivalent replacement
parts. Using an incorrect or incompatible part might
create a hazard that could result in serious personal
injury.
NOTICE
of the product prior to each use. Look for loose
bolts, fluid leaks, and other signs of wear. Replace
all damaged items. For replacement parts or
assistance, contact our customer service team.
To prolong the life of this product, follow the care
and maintenance instructions in this section. Contact
customer service before servicing any recall or warranty
parts.
CLEANING THE PRESSURE WASHER
Do not store or operate your pressure washer in dirty,
dusty, or corrosive environments. Do not allow foreign
materials and debris to clog the vents on the unit.
NEVER clean the pressure washer with a garden hose.
Water can damage the pressure washer's electrical
components. If the unit needs to be cleaned, use a soft
brush and damp cloth to clean the exterior and use low
pressure air (no greater than 25 psi) to clean the vents.
Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent.
CLEANING THE NOZZLES
See Figure 18.
l Stop the pressure washer and turn the water faucet
completely off.
l Release the pressure in the spray gun and unplug the
pressure washer.
l Remove the nozzle from the spray gun.
l Use a nozzle cleaning tool or fine needle to clean debris
from the inside of the nozzle.
l Using a garden hose, back flush water through the
nozzle.
l When the nozzle is clean, place it back on the lance or
in the nozzle storage area.
CLEANING THE WATER INLET SCREENS
See Figure 19.
The screens inside the garden hose adapter should be
cleaned periodically. Remove the screens, rinse them
with clean water, and place them back in the inlet.
STORAGE
NOTE: Use commercially available pump protectors to
extend the life of the pump. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions for use.
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ALWAYS turn off the pressure
Replace damaged or worn
Check the physical condition
l Release the pressure in the spray gun and unplug
the pressure washer. Wrap the cord around the cord
retainer.
l Remove the garden hose and store it properly. Tilt the
pressure washer to allow excess water to drain from the
inlet.
l Remove all nozzles and place them in the nozzle
storage area.
l Disconnect the high pressure hose and wrap it around
the hose retainer.
l Disassemble the spray gun and lance, and place them
in the gun holsters.
l Store the pressure washer in a dry, covered location
away from extreme heat which could dry out the pump
seals and extreme cold which could cause freeze
damage.
FIG. 18
A - Nozzle Cleaning Tool
B - Turbo Nozzle
FIG. 19
A - Water Inlet
B - Screen
B
A
B
A