Connecting Hoses - Simpson ALH4240 Use And Care Manual

Before connecting a water supply hose, be sure the water supply is capable of providing an
uninterrupted source of clean, cold water at a minimum rate of 5 gallons per minute (GPM)
and 20 pounds per square inch (PSI) of pressure. Once a proper water supply is secured,
follow the instructions below to connect both the water supply and high-pressure hoses to
the pressure washer.
1. Verify the inlet screen is free of
any dirt or debris and is in place
with the convex side facing out.
2. Turn on the water supply and
run for 30 seconds to purge any
debris from the supply hose.
Then, turn off the water supply
and thread the water supply hose
into the pump inlet.
3. While pulling back on the pump
outlet collar, insert the hose
connector then release the collar.
Gently tug on the hose to make
sure it is locked.
4. While pulling back on the hose outlet collar, insert the gun connector then
release the collar. Gently tug on the hose to make sure it is locked.
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CONNECTING HOSES