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Kohler SH265 Instruction Manual

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NOTE: Photographs and line drawings used in this manual are for reference only
and do not represent a specific model.
If your pressure washer is not working properly or if there are parts missing or broken,
please DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Contact our Customer
Service Department at 1-877-362-4271.
IMPORTANT: Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully
reads and understands these instructions before operating.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Part No. 7108467 Rev. 0 JAN 2016
PRESSURE WASHER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 PRESSURE WASHER INSTRUCTION MANUAL NOTE: Photographs and line drawings used in this manual are for reference only and do not represent a specific model. If your pressure washer is not working properly or if there are parts missing or broken, please DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

  • Page 2: Safety Guidelines - Definitions

    SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 3 WARNING: This product may not be equipped with a spark-arresting muffler. If the product is not equipped and will be used around flam ma ble ma teri als or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass or other similar items, then an ap proved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California.
  • Page 4 DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION) WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Breathing ex haust fumes will cause • Operate pressure washer in a well- se ri ous injury or death! En gine ventilated area. Avoid en closed areas exhaust contains carbon mon ox ide, such as ga rages, base ments, etc.
  • Page 5 DANGER: RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • High-velocity fluid spray can cause • Always wear ANSI-approved Z87.1 objects to break, projecting particles safety glasses. Wear protective clothing at high speed. to protect against accidental spraying. •...
  • Page 6 DANGER: RISK OF INJURY OR PROP ER TY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING OR STORING WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could • If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel result in fire or breathing hazard. shut-off valve, turn the valve to the OFF Se rious in ju ry or death can re sult.
  • Page 7 WARNING: RISK OF BURSTING WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Over inflation of tires could result in • Use a tire pressure gauge to check the serious injury and property damage. tires pressure before each use and while inflating tires;...
  • Page 8 GET TO KNOW THE PRESSURE WASHER NOTE: Photographs and line drawings used in this manual are for reference only and do not represent a specific model. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 22 mm Style Quick Connect (QC) Style BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER (FIG.
  • Page 9 Pump Outlet Pump Inlet K. Quick Connect Nozzles Nozzle Holder BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN ENGINE Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for location and operation of engine controls. Choke Control: Opens and closes carburetor choke valve. Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip operates recoil starter to crank engine. Engine Switch: Enables and disables ignition system.

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of measure for the flow rate of water. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by PSI equals CU. Bypass Mode: Allows water to re-circulate within the pump when the gun trigger is not pulled.
  • Page 11 NOZZLE COLOR SPRAY PATTERN USES SURFACES* 0˚ powerful pinpoint for unpainted metal spot cleaning of hard, or concrete; unpainted surfaces or DO NOT use on wood for high reach areas 15˚ intense cleaning grills, driveways, of unpainted concrete or brick Yellow hard surfaces walkways, unpainted...
  • Page 12 HOW TO APPLY CHEMICALS/CLEANING SOLVENTS (FIG. 7) Applying chemicals or cleaning solvents is a low pressure operation. NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressure washer use. Do not use bleach. To Apply Chemicals: Ensure detergent siphon hose (F, Figure 7) is attached to barbed fitting location near high pressure hose connection of pump as shown.
  • Page 13 NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Never pull water supply hose to move pres sure washer. This could damage hose and/or pump inlet. • DO NOT use hot water, use cold water only. • Never turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to pump will result.

  • Page 14: Shutting Down

    11. Start engine. See Engine Owner's Manual for correct procedure. WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. If engine does not start after two pulls, squeeze trigger of gun to relieve pump pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
  • Page 15 PUMP (FIG. 12) NOTE: The Pump was filled with oil at the factory. The preferred oil is SIMPSON ® Premium Pump Crankcase Oil. If this oil is not available, an SAE 15W-40 oil may be used. Change the pump oil after the first 50 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter, or every 3 months.

  • Page 16: Service Information

    NOTE: Do not operate the pressure washer without filter properly installed. STORAGE ENGINE Consult the Engine Owner's Manual for manufacturer’s recommendations for storage. PUMP The manufacturer recommends using SIMPSON / POWERWASHER Pump ® ® Guard or equivalent when storing the unit for more than 30 days and/or when freezing temperatures are expected.
  • Page 17 the warranty, all parts said to be defective must be retained and available for return upon request to a designated Warranty Service Center for warranty inspection. The judgments and decisions of the manufacturer concerning the validity of warranty claims are final. These warranties pass through to the end user and are non-transferable.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE OPERATIONAL POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ISSUE Engine will No fuel Add fresh fuel not start Pressure builds up after Squeeze gun trigger to relieve (see Engine two pulls on the recoil pres sure Owner's starter or after initial use Manual for Choke lever in the "No Move choke to the "Choke"...
  • Page 19 OPERATIONAL POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ISSUE Will not draw Spray wand not in See How to Use Spray Wand paragraph in the chemicals low pressure Operation Section Chemical filter clogged Clean filter Chemical screen not Make sure end of in cleaning solution detergent siphon hose is fully submerged into cleaning solution...
  • Page 20 OPERATIONAL POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ISSUE Oil leaking Oil seals worn. Please contact our customer at pump service department Loose drain plug Tighten Worn drain plug o-ring Check and replace Worn fill plug o-ring Check and replace Pump overfilled Check for correct amount Incorrect oil used Drain and fill with correct amount and type of oil...
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  • Page 24 Copyright. All Rights Reserved Assembled in U.S.A with domestic and foreign components...

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