Operation - Ryobi RY141612VN Operator's Manual

WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or
any electrical device. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in serious injury, electric shock, or death.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Please call customer service or contact an
authorized service center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool around the house for cleaning most
small to large horizontal or vertical exterior surfaces, smaller
exterior objects and structures, and outdoor equipment and
tools.* You can:
 Clean or remove mold and mildew from weathered decks,
driveways, patios, walkways, sidewalks, etc.
 Remove dirt from various exterior vertical surfaces such
as house exteriors, siding, fences, brick, concrete or stone
walls, etc.
 Wash boats, outdoor furniture, powered or non-powered
garden equipment, gutters, window screens, grills,
playground equipment, etc.
*Always test in an inconspicuous area first.

OPERATION

STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE
WASHER
See Figure 8.
NOTICE:
Do not run the pressure washer without water supply
connected and turned on, as this may damage the high
pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely
unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the
hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other
objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the
pressure washer.
Before starting the motor:
 Connect the garden hose.
NOTE: Make sure the pressure washer's water intake
screen is in place and unclogged before connecting
garden hose.
 Turn on the garden hose then pull the trigger to relieve air
pressure; hold the trigger until a steady stream of water
appears.
NOTE: Make sure the faucet is turned on fully and that
there are no kinks or leaks in the hose.
To start the motor:
 With the on/off switch in the OFF position (O), connect
the pressure washer to the power supply.
NOTE: If using an extension cord, make sure to arrange
a drip loop as described on page 3.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections
dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands.
 Press the reset button on the pressure washer's plug to
make sure the unit is ready for operation.
 Put the on/off switch in the ON position (I) to start the
motor.
To stop the motor:
 Put the on/off switch in the OFF position (O).
 Pull trigger to release water pressure.
NOTE: The pressure washer may be on and the system
may have pressure even when the pump and/or motor
cannot be heard running. Always use caution around the
pressure washer.
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