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This will allow the recycling of raw materials and help protect the environment. FOR HELP OR ADVICE ON THIS PRODUCT PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR, OR SIP DIRECTLY ON: 08918 TEL: 01509500400 EMAIL: sales@sip-group.com or technical@sip-group.com www.sip-group.com...
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Leicestershire LE12 9NH England As the manufacturer's authorised representative within the EC declare that the Tempest TP550/206 Petrol Pressure Washer - SIP Part. No. 08918 Conforms to the requirements of the following directive(s), as indicated. 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive 2004/108/EC EMC Directive...
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PARTS LIST CONTENTS PUMP….cont Ref. No. Description SIP Code Ref. No. Description SIP Code Page No. Description O-ring PW08-00311 Plug PW08-00316 Contents O-ring PW08-00312 Bypass kit PW08-00317 2, 53 - 65. Safety Symbols Used Throughout This Manual Steel ball PW08-00313 33, 66 - 69.
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O-ring PW08-00282 O-ring PW08-00305 Every SIP pressure washer is carefully packed after assembly; On receiving the pressure O-ring PW08-00283 PW08-00306 washer, check that it has not been damaged during transportation. If the pressure washer is damaged, inform your distributor immediately, and, do not put the pressure...
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EXPLODED DRAWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS….cont Never use this pressure washer for any application other than that specified by the PUMP manufacturer. Never operate this pressure washer under conditions not approved by the manufacturer. Never attempt to modify this pressure washer to perform in any manner not intend- ed by the manufacturer.
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Always connect the water inlet to an adequate supply with enough flow and pres- sure; such as mains water supply. Ref. No. Description SIP Code Ref. No. Description SIP Code Only connect the pressure washer to a cold water supply; never connect to a hot water supply.
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GUARANTEE Guarantee: This SIP pressure washer is covered by a 12 month parts and labour warranty covering failure due to manufacturers defects. This does not cover failure due to misuse or op- erating the pressure washer outside the scope of this manual - any claims deemed to be outside the scope of the warranty may be subject to charges Including, but not limited to parts, labour and carriage costs.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING Model Tempest TP550/206 Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Part number 08918 Engine Will Not Start. No fuel. Put fuel into fuel tank. Low oil level. Add oil to the engine. Maximum Pressure 207bar (3000psi) Choke is not in the...
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS….cont GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER CHECK THE FUEL TANK FILTER Check The Fuel Tank Filter (periodically). Just under the fuel cap is a fuel filter, check this filter periodically and remove any contaminants which may have accumulated. 1.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FITTING THE HANDLE TO THE FRAME Caution: Always turn off the pressure washer and allow to fully cool before Slide the handle assembly over the main frame. carrying out any maintenance procedures. Ensure that the holes line up and secure in place with the bolt, washer and hand wheel as shown.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS….cont USING DETERGENT To use the detergent function, the black low pressure nozzle has to be fitted. Hose Lance Quick Coupler Black Nozzle Water Outlet CONNECTING TO A WATER SUPPLY The pressure washer is supplied with an equivalent hozelock type adaptor. The easiest way to connect to a water supply is to fit the equivalent female fitting to the end of the supply hose.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont Step 4: Hot Surfaces: Always ensure that the pressure washer is turned off and al- lowed to fully cool before any refuelling or maintenance procedures are carried out. Press and hold the trigger of the of the high pressure pistol; This will mean that the operator is not trying to start the engine with back pressure in the water sup- ply.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont Step 1: FILLING THE PUMP WITH OIL / CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL Turn the main engine switch to the on (1) position. Note: The pressure washer is shipped with oil in the pump, but the level should be checked prior to operation.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont Pull back on the quick coupler connection at the end of the lance (see below, left). Note: Never overfill the fuel tank; leave a small air gap at the top. Push the nozzle into the quick coupler connection and allow the connector to spring Fuel capacity: Approx.
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