Cleaning Techniques - Black & Decker 10BLE-025 User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Detergent
NOTICE: Use only approved pressure washer cleaners. Do not use bleach, chlorine,
or any cleaners containing acids.
1) Open container of pressure washer detergent and place next to unit near injection tube.
2) Visually inspect strainer at the end of injection to ensure it is not clogged.
3) Insert the injection tube into the container all the way to the bottom. (Fig. 15)
4) Move the adjustable nozzle to the low pressure position. (Fig. 16)
5) Squeeze the trigger and the detergent will automatically be mixed with the water and
dispensed from the nozzle.
Fig. 15

CLEANING TECHNIQUES

When cleaning with the pressure washer, some cleaning tasks can be solved with water alone, but
for most tasks it is advantageous to use a detergent. A detergent ensures a quick soaking of the dirt
allowing the high pressure water to penetrate and remove the dirt more effectively. The low
pressure position provides a gentle application of detergents. This position is also recommended to
rinse a surface after wax application or for other applications which require the low pressure of a
garden hose.
Application of Detergent
NOTICE: Damage may occur to painted surface if detergent is allowed to dry on the
surface. Wash and rinse a small section at a time. Avoid working on hot
surfaces or in direct sunlight.
1) Apply the solution to a dry work surface. Note that wetting the surface first is not
recommended, as it dilutes the detergent and reduces its cleaning ability. On a vertical surface,
apply horizontally from side to side starting from the bottom to avoid streaking.
2) Allow detergent to remain on the surface for short time before rinsing. Do not allow the
detergent to dry on the surface.
3) Rinse with clean water under high pressure. On a vertical surface, first rinse from the bottom
up, then rinse from the top down. Hold nozzle 6 to 8 inches from the work surface at a 45° angle
using the flat spray as a peeling tool rather than a scrub brush.
4) When you have completed use of the detergent injection system, continue to run in low pressure
position and flush clean water through the system.
NOTE: Failure to clean properly will cause the injection system to become clogged and inoperable.
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Fig. 16