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Lifan LFQ3690-CA Operating Instructions And Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Operating Instructions

    Purchase Location__________________ PLEASE KEEP AND READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW LIFAN Power USA Pressure Washer All Lifan Hydro-Pro Pressure Washers are 50 State Compliant (--‐CA) Indicates this unit is CARB Certified (E) Indicates this unit is Electric Start...
  • Page 3 Never operate or let anyone operate this equipment while under the influence of any alcohol, drugs, or medication or when fatigued. Owner's Manuals are available from Lifan Power USA at 1-866-471-7464 Option 2.

  • Page 4: Pressure Washer

    Pressure Washer Definition of Pressure Washer: A machine that cleans dirty surfaces with high pressure water. This pressure washer produces cold water high pressure spray. Cleaning chemicals may be incorporated into the spray if desired on models equipped for "chemical induction through the pump". The pressure pump for this equipment is powered by a gasoline internal combustion engine.
  • Page 5 If additional oil is required to bring the pump to operating level adds only Annovi Reverberi High Performance Crankcase Oil. This AR oil is available at www.arnorthamerica.com or by calling Lifan Power USA @ 1-866-471-4764.
  • Page 6 If you have any questions, visit www.lifanpowerusa.com or call 1-‐‐866-‐‐471-‐‐7464 Option 2 for Warranty and Service. This Owner’s Manual is for the Following Models: LFQ3690-CA LFQ4515-CA LFQ4515E-CA (E) Indicates unit is Electric Start Feature (Battery not included.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Product Specifications Safety Instructions Controls and Features PRE-‐‐OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Assembly Engine Oil Level Check Engine Fuel Level Check Air Cleaner Element Check Connecting Inlet/Outlet/Chemical Injection Hose Connecting Nozzle Operation of Pressure Washer Transporting and Storing the Unit Maintenance Troubleshooting Pressure Washer Safety...

  • Page 8: Preface

    Preface Thank you for choosing LIFAN Power USA for your Power Equipment Needs. LIFAN Power USA prides itself on providing quality products at affordable pricing, creating the “Best Equipment Value on Today’s Market!” Your High Pressure Washer utilizes our Industrial Grade Gasoline Engines combined with the premium grade Annovi Reverberi High Pressure Pump to produce a high pressure water spray for cleaning purposes.

  • Page 9: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HYDRO-PRO PRESSURE WASHERS LFQ3690-CA LFQ4515-CA LFQ4515E-CA Model Size Pump Manufacturer Annovi Reverberi Annovi Reverberi Annovi Reverberi Pump Type AR RRV Tri-Plex AR RRV Tri-Plex AR RRV Tri-Plex 3600 psi 4500psi 4500 psi Pressure Output (psi Delivery Output (gpm...

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. For your safety read this manual carefully. Become familiar with the proper operation, care, and maintenance of your LIFAN Hydro-Pro Pressure Washer. The safety and alert symbol ( ) is used with a signal word (CAUTION, DANGER, WARNING), a pictorial and/or safety message to alert you to hazards.
  • Page 11 Safety Instructions WARNING! Rapid recoil of starter cord (kickback) may pull hand and arm forward toward engine at a rapid rate. Broken bones, bruises, sprains, and fractures may result.  When starting engine, pull cord slowly until tension is felt, then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
  • Page 12 Safety Instructions WARNING! While engine is running temperature may exceed 150°F (65°C). Server burns may occur. Exhaust heat/gasses can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.  Do NOT touch hot surfaces and do avoid exhaust gases. ...

  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    Controls and Features Panel Mounted Choke/On/Off/Start Switch /Quick Connect Inlet and Outlet Hose specs 4000psi LFQ3690 - 5000psi LFQ4515 Legend 1. Spray Gun – Lance and Gun screw together to form Spray Gun equipped for Quick Connect Tips 2. Outlet Hose -‐‐ supplies pressurized water from pump to spray gun. 3.
  • Page 14 Control Panel Features Your LFQ3690, LFQ4515, and LFQ4515E are designed for convenient connections for the inlet and outlet hose connections on the panel and pre-plumbed from the back of the panel to the pump. With the on/off switch (Electric Start Switch on E models) and the Pull to Choke and Push to run panel mounted choke you have everything at your fingertips.

  • Page 15: Assembly

    Pre-Operating Instructions: Assembly Your LIFAN Power USA pressure washer is packaged without fuel and engine oil. Some assembly is required before operating your LIFAN Power USA Generator. For further assistance in assembling your generator please visit our website (www.lifanpowerusa.com) or call 1--‐866-‐‐471-‐‐7464, option 2 for warranty and service during office hours.
  • Page 16 8mm-‐‐14mm Ratchet & Socket Set  18mm Ratchet & Socket HANDLE INSTALLATION: LFQ3690-CA, LFQ4515(E)-CA These units come with 2 locking handles. The mount bracket to the frame is pre-drilled and threaded for the 4 bolts to attach the handle. With locked up and down...
  • Page 17 Pre-Operating Instructions: Assembly Install the Axle with 2 Bolts and Nuts Pre-Drilled Install the Wide Pneumatic Wheels and Tires with Nyloc Locking Nut provided Install the wand and gun and hose bracket in the pre-drilled holes with the nuts and washers provided. Top Wand Bracket Bottom Wand Bracket Hose Bracket...
  • Page 18 Pre-­­Operating Instructions: Assembly WHEEL KIT INSTALLATION: Wheels are installed on panel end of unit; Support feet are installed on handle end of base. NOTE: Install Wheel Kit BEFORE Filling the Pressure Washer with Fuel or Oil. Never Tip a Unit that contains Fuel or Oil.
  • Page 19 Pre-­­Operating Instructions: Assembly ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION: Slide the Spray Gun & Hose Bracket through the holes on the Handle. Securely tighten using the 14mm nuts and a 14mm Ratchet and Socket or like tools. Screw the Lance and Gun together to form Spray Gun. (Refer to picture below.) Place Spray Gun on the Spray Gun &...
  • Page 20 Pre-Operating Instructions: Battery Specifications (Electric Start (E) Models Only) The Battery is NOT included with your Energy Storm Generator. These units require an Acid Cell Battery. This battery is used in many applications, such as lawnmowers, ATV’s, motorcycles, etc. and can be found at many retailers and dealers including where you purchased this Power Equipment Product.

  • Page 21: Engine Oil Level Check

    Pre-Operating Instructions: Engine Oil Level Check CAUTION:  Running engine with insufficient engine oil can cause severe damage to the engine.  The engine performance and service life is directly dependent of the quality of the engine oil. Do NOT use contaminated engine oil or vegetable oil. ...

  • Page 22: Engine Fuel Level Check

    Pre-Operating Instructions: Engine Fuel Level Check CAUTION:  Gasoline is extremely flammable. Keep away from ignition sources.  Fuel unit only in well-­­ventilated areas with the engine stalled.  Do NOT smoke near unit.  Do NOT spill fuel out of the fuel tank. Spilled gasoline and gasoline vapor may ignite.

  • Page 23: Air Cleaner Element Check

    Remove the wing nut from the air filter and check for debris or stoppage. If dirty replace with the correct Air Filter for your unit. They are available at your dealer or from LIFAN Power USA. Order your filter by calling toll free 866-‐‐471-‐‐7464.

  • Page 24: Connecting Inlet/Outlet/Chemical Injection Hose

    Pre-Operating Instructions: Connecting Inlet/Outlet/Chemical Injector Hose CAUTION:  Use only provided hoses or replacement hoses equal in quality. Use of improper hoses may result in injury. Check hose for warn spots or leaks. Leak Worn Area, hose reinforcement shows  Use of chemical hose required only if cleaning agents are applied during washing.
  • Page 25 • Forged, precision ground crankshaft Pump Rebuild Kits are available from your retailer or by calling Lifan Power USA @ 1-866-471-7464, option 2 for Parts and Service. CONNECTING INLET HOSE: Connect Inlet Hose to Inlet Hose Connection on unit panel, Tighten Securely or use Quick Connect Feature.

  • Page 26: Connecting Nozzle

    Pre-Operating Instructions: Connecting Inlet/Outlet/Chemical Injector Hose CONNECTING CHEMICAL INJECTOR HOSE : Water to Chemical ratio is 7:1. NOTE: The Chemical Injector Hose provided is the white/clear hose and should be used in unison with the Spray (black) Nozzle. CAUTION: WHEN USING CHEMICALS OR CLEANING SOLUTIONS: ...

  • Page 27: Operation Of Pressure Washer

    Operation of Pressure Washer Pressure Washer Use Location: WARNING! Running pressure washer gives off carbon monoxide gas. It is odorless, colorless, and highly toxic. Breathing carbon monoxide gas can leads to fainting, nausea or may result in death.  Only operate pressure washer outdoors. ...
  • Page 28 Operation of Pressure Washer STARTING THE ENGINE: Refer to the Controls and Features section for additional diagrams and definitions. Do not run Pressure Washer without proper inlet water supply to high pressure pump and for more than 1 minute without depressing trigger on gun to circulate water to avoid damaging pump. 1.
  • Page 29 Operation of Pressure Washer PRESSURE WASHER OPERATION: CAUTION:  Avoid contact of high-­­pressure water exiting spray gun with humans or animals. See "Rules for Safe Operation" for medical information.  Use proper pressure setting to avoid damage of cleaning surface. ...
  • Page 30 Operation of Pressure Washer STOPPING THE ENGINE: Refer to the Controls and Features section for additional diagrams and definitions. IN EMERGENCY: Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position. 2. Turn the inlet water supply to the “OFF” position. 3. Depress gun trigger to expel remaining pressurized water. NORMAL PROCEDURE: 1.

  • Page 31: Transporting And Storing The Unit

    Transporting and Storing the Unit CAUTION:  To avoid fire, allow unit to cool down for at least twenty (20) minutes before transporting or storing the unit.  Always transport and store the unit with the fuel cock in the “OFF” position. ...

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    500 hr. intervals (depending on usage). Failure to follow these requirements could void the pump warranty. PLEASE RECYCLE: Return USED oil to collection center. Recommended Oil Available from Lifan Power USA Call 1-866-471-7464 Option 2 for Parts and Service...
  • Page 33 Maintenance ENGINE OIL CHANGE PROCEDURES: Do not run without proper water supply to high pressure pump to avoid damaging pump. Periodic Maintenance of your engine oil should be performed after each 40 hours of use of you Power Equipment Product. Check your engine oil level prior to each use. Start your engine and let it warm up to get the oil warm and thinner.
  • Page 34 2. For Paper Type Air Filters, replace with the correct Air Filter for your unit. They are available at your dealer or from LIFAN Power USA. Order your filter by calling toll free 866-‐‐471-‐ ‐ 7464 Option 3. Re-‐‐Install the air filter element into the air filters housing.
  • Page 35 Maintenance SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE: Remove Spark Plug Cap. Remove Spark Plug with socket and handle supplied with your unit. Clean any carbon build-‐‐up around the Spark Plug. Check the Spark Plug Gap and adjust if necessary. 0.028-‐‐0.031inch gap. Lubricate the threads of the spark plug with anti-‐‐seize compound or engine oil. Re-‐‐install the Spark Plug and Spark Plug Cap.
  • Page 36 Refer to Warranty Policy for details. Rebuild kits are available for these AR RRV High Pressure Tri-Plex Industrial Grade Pumps. Call Lifan Power USA for further details and information. Do not run Pressure Washer without proper inlet water supply to high pressure pump and for more than 1 minute without depressing trigger on gun to circulate water to avoid damaging pump.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    If the unit will still NOT start after performing the above checks, call our customer hotline at LIFAN Power USA Toll Free 1-‐‐866-‐‐471-‐‐7464 or take the unit to an authorized Service Center. NOTE: Periodically on the initial start-‐‐up or after the unit has been stored for a long period of time, the float for your “Low Oil Shutdown”...

  • Page 38: Pressure Washer Safety

    Pressure Washer Safety Never operate a gasoline engine powered product in any enclosed spaces, as they product deadly Carbon Monoxide Poisonous Gases. Do NOT operate your power equipment in inclement weather such as rain, snow, and/or sleet. Do NOT operate your power equipment within seven (7) feet of any flammable materials.

  • Page 39: Safe Operations

    Safe Operation Follow Safety Rules for Operation After you have checked and fueled the equipment and positioned it in a suitable worksite, it is time to start your pressure washer. The following are the procedures necessary for safe, successful operation of your pressure washer. WARNING Failure to follow safety rules may result in serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
  • Page 40 Safe Operation Adult control only. Only trained adults should set up and operate the pressure washer. Do not let children operate. Pressure washers can generate forces greater than children can control and require judgment beyond what can be expected of children. Under the influence.
  • Page 41 Safe Operation Leaving unattended Always turn off the pressure washer and relieve system pressure before leaving the sprayer unattended Prompt Emergency Response Seek medical aid for suspected injection injury. If injured by high-pressure fluid, no matter how small the wound is, see a doctor at once.

  • Page 42: Limited Warranty Policy

    *** Commercial/Rental use is defined as any usage for income producing or other business related uses. In order to qualify for the limited warranty the product(s) must be purchased in North America from an authorized EquipSource, LLF d/b/a Lifan Power USA dealer or a dealer authorized by EquipSource to sell Lifan products. This warranty is non-transferable and applies only to the original purchaser.
  • Page 43 Warranty becomes void if the customer fails to install, maintain, and/or operate the product in accordance with the instructions and recommended actions of Lifan set forth in the owner’s manual. EquipSource, LLC disclaims any responsibility for time loss or loss of usage of the product, transportation, commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damage.
  • Page 44  Failures due to normal wear and tear, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or improper use.  As with all mechanical devices, the Lifan engines need periodic part(s) service and replacement to perform as designed. This warranty will not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part(s) or engine.
  • Page 45 There are no warranties extended other than as provided herein. This limited warranty may be modified only by Lifan Power USA. Any implied warranties allowed by law shall be limited in duration to the terms of the express warranty provided herein.
  • Page 48 Electric Start Models...
  • Page 49 Please Read this Owner’s Manual Carefully before Operating Your New Pressure Washer. This Owner’s Manual includes the operation and maintenance of the HYDRO-PRO SERIES LFQ3690-CA LFQ4515-CA LFQ4515E-CA Thank you for purchasing our Hydro-Pro Professional Pressure Washer! All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing.

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