Operation; How To Start Pressure Washer - Ford FPWG3100H-J Operator's Manual

Pre-Operation Check List
• Read and understand this operator manual in its entirety before operating pressure washer.
• Check oil level and add oil to the proper level if low.
• Check fuel level and add fuel if needed.
• Check connections of handle and all hoses to make sure they are secure.
• Check all hoses for kinks and damage.
• Check flow of water supply and make sure it is adequate (40 - 80PSI).
Do not operate indoors or in a confined space preventing dangerous carbon monoxide gas
WARNING!
from dissipating.
• Carbon monoxide gas is a poisonous, odorless gas that can cause headache, confusion, fatigue, nausea, fainting,
sickness, seizures, or death. If you start to experience any of these symptoms, IMMEDIATELY get fresh air and seek
medical attention.
• Never use indoors, in a covered area, or in a confined space, even if doors and windows are open.
• Keep exhaust from this unit from entering a confined area through windows, doors, vents, or other openings.
• When working in areas where vapors could be inhaled, use a respirator mask according to all of its instructions.
Do not run pressure washer with a damaged hose. Do not run pressure washer without first
CAUTION!
connecting and turning on water supply or damage to the pressure washer could result.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID PRODUCT WARRANTY.
Starting Pressure Washer (See Fig 11-12)
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Turn on water.
• Purge the system's pump of air by releasing the safety and squeezing the trigger of the spray gun.
• Attach wand/lance to spray gun.
• Turn fuel valve to the ON position.
• Slide the choke lever to the "Choke" position.
• Turn the engine OFF/ON switch to the "ON" position.
• Holding the machine with your hand, pull the recoil handle (starter cord) slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
Squeeze the Gun trigger and release the pressure after every failed attempt to start the pressure washer (This will
reduce the back pressure).
• Let engine run for several seconds and then gradually slide the choke lever to the RUN position as the engine warms
up until the choke is fully slid to the RUN position.
RUN
CHOCK
ON
OFF
FIG 11

OPERATION

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FIG 12