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- Page 1 PETROL POWER WASHER MODEL NO: PLS220 PART NO: 7330347 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL 0121 ISS 1...
- Page 2 This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights. UNPACKING Unpack your power washer and check to ensure the following items are present. Contact your CLARKE dealer immediately if any parts are missing or damaged. 1 x Petrol Power Washer 1 x Inlet Thread Adaptor...
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Page 3: General Safety Rules
3. DO NOT let children or untrained personnel use this machine. 4. DO NOT operate the machine with any of the covers removed. 5. DO NOT try to repair this machine. Always refer to your CLARKE service department for all repairs. -
Page 4: Safety Symbols
SAFETY SYMBOLS ALWAYS: Read this manual and make sure that all warnings and instructions are clear before you use this pressure washer. DANGER: Risk of fire or explosion. Stop the engine before you refuel the pressure washer. Keep flammable materials away from the work area. -
Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model PLS220 Engine Engine Model G27F Power (HP) 9hp/6kW/3600rpm Engine type Petrol (unleaded) Starting system Pull/Recoil Fuel Tank Capacity (L) Water supply Max. feed temperature Min. feed volume 25 litres per minute Water Pump Maximum pressure 23.5 Mpa/240 Bar Working pressure 21.8Mpa Max. - Page 6 OVERVIEW Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
- Page 7 OVERVIEW DECRIPTIONS NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Foldable Handle 10 Pressure Regulator 11 Chemical Detergent Inlet Wand/Lance Bracket 12 Water Outlet Wheels 13 Water Inlet Engine 14 Suction Valve Pump 15 Thermal Relief Valve Adjustable Nozzle 16 High Pressure Hose Spray Wand/Lance 17 Water Inlet Hose with Filter Petrol Tank 18 Detergent Hose...
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Page 8: Folding Handle
ASSEMBLY FITTING THE WHEELS 1. Insert the axle as shown. • Rotate the axle so that the spring loaded pin pops through the hole on the frame. 2. Fit the wheels to the axles and secure with the locking nut supplied. - Page 9 THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE CONNECT THE HOSE TO THE GUN 1. Slide the connector on the hose backwards. 2. Push the gun into the connector. 3. Release the connector. NOTE: Make sure the connection is secure. CONNECT THE HOSE TO THE POWER WASHER 1.
- Page 10 LANCE STORAGE BRACKET 1. Fit the bracket into the position shown and secure using the washers and nuts supplied. HOSE STORAGE BRACKET 1. Screw a nut and washer onto each leg of the hose bracket as shown. NOTE: You will need 4 x nuts & washers.
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Page 11: Before Use
BEFORE USE WARNING: TO CARRY OUT THIS CHECK, PLACE THE POWER WASHER ON LEVEL GROUND WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF. WARNING: TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH ANY HOT PARTS OF THE POWER WASHER WHEN CHECKING THE OIL LEVELS. IMPORTANT: The engine is supplied without any oil in it and must be filled to the correct level before use, see below. -
Page 12: Checking The Fuel Level
4. If the oil is low, fill the oil reservoir to the edge of the oil filler hole. • We recommend the use of 10W-SAE30 oil in the engine. 5. Replace the oil filler cap. CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL WARNING: ALWAYS REFUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA AWAY FROM ANY SOURCES OF IGNITION AND HEAT. -
Page 13: Pressure Regulator
PRESSURE REGULATOR When purchased, the pressure regulator may be set to minimum. Turn the pressure regulator on the pump fully clockwise to allow water pressure to increase when the pressure washer is running. If you find the pressure is too high, you can adjust this later by turning the regulator anti-clockwise. - Page 14 2. Check the engine oil level. See page 11. 3. Turn water supply on. 4. Set the engine switch to ‘ON’. 5. Set the fuel valve lever to the ‘on’ position. 6. If you are starting the power washer ‘cold’ set the choke lever to the CHOKE position (left).
- Page 15 8. Pull the starting handle lightly until you start to feel resistance and then pull up sharply to start the power washer. NOTE: You may have to do this more than once. WARNING: ONCE THE POWER WASHER HAS STARTED, RELEASE THE STARTING HANDLE SLOWLY TO AVOID INJURY/DAMAGE AS IT WHIPS BACK.
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Page 16: Adjusting The Pressure
to a dangerous level and could damage internal components of the pump. WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW THE UNIT TO OPERATE IN BYPASS MODE FOR MORE THAN TWO MINUTES AT ANY TIME. ADJUSTING THE SPRAY The nozzle is adjustable to allow you to change the spray from a narrow jet of water to a wide spray. -
Page 17: Shutting Down
3. Slide the nozzle forward for low pressure operation. NOTE: See page 20 for detergent and cleaning products available from your CLARKE dealer. SHUTTING DOWN 1. After each use, if you have applied detergents, place the detergent hose into a container of clean water and run clean water through the detergent injection system to flush the system thoroughly. - Page 18 WATER BUTT CONNECTION This machine has the ability to draw its own water, meaning you can use water not under pressure, such as rainwater collected in a water butt. To do this you must carry out the following procedure. 1. Attach the filter to the end of the pipe supplied.
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Page 19: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE PUMP OIL CAUTION: PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO USED OIL IS DANGEROUS, ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING USED OIL. 1. Unscrew and remove the oil filler cap. 2. Place an oil collection tray (not supplied) under the drain plug. 3. -
Page 20: Cleaning The Nozzle
CLEANING THE NOZZLE If the nozzle becomes partially clogged or restricted by dirt or other foreign material, excess pump pressure may develop. Clean the nozzle immediately by following the instructions below. 1. Shut off the power washer and turn off the water supply. 2. -
Page 21: Checking The Air Filter
4. Make sure that the air filter is clean and not damaged. • If the air filter is damaged contact CLARKE spare parts department for a replacement. • If the filter is dirty, wash it in a solution of warm water and mild detergent and rinse thoroughly. -
Page 22: Storage Procedure
STORAGE ENGINE See the separate engine manual supplied, for information regarding the stor- age procedure. PUMP 1. Drain all water from the high pressure hose, coil it and store it on the hose holder, located on the rear of the power washer. 2. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If the following does not solve your problem, please contact the CLARKE service department. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not No fuel Add fuel (See Page 12) start, see Low oil Add oil (See Page 11-12) engine manual for further... - Page 24 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Lack of Water supply is not Make sure your water supply can pressure (initial adequate deliver 25 litres per minute at 20psi use) Leak in the high Tighten the fitting, use sealant tape if pressure hose fitting required Nozzle is obstructed Clear the nozzle (See Page 20)
- Page 25 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Water leaking Loose connections Tighten at the pump Piston packings worn Have it replaced by your dealer Worn or broken O-ring Have it replaced by your dealer Pump head or tubes Have it replaced by your dealer. damaged from freezing Oil leaking at...
- Page 26 EXPLODED DIAGRAM - FRAME PARTS LIST- FRAME Pump 15 Screw Nut Bolt 16 Hook: Hose 17 Handle Engine 18 Screw Nut Screw Nut 19 Wear Resistant Pad Spring Washer 20 Bolt Plain Washer 21 Axle Rubber Foot: Engine 22 Wheel Bolt 23 Screw Nut 10 Rubber Mat...
- Page 27 EXPLODED DIAGRAM - PUMP PARTS LIST- PUMP Bolt, Crankcase Cover M6 x16 14 Ball Bearing Oil Drain Plug 15 Scrap Ring O-Ring, Oil Drain Plug 14.2 x 1.9 16 O-Ring, Crankshaft Cover 55.25 x 2.62 Vented Oil Cap 17 Retain Ring Crankcase Cover 18 Oil Level Plate Gasket, Crankcase Cover,...
- Page 28 27 Oil Seal, Plunger 52 Valve Seat 28 Location Ring 53 O-Ring, Valve Seat 9.25 x 1.78 29 O-Ring, Locating Ring 26.7 x 54 Gasket, Unloader Valve Housing 1.78 18 x 2.4 30 Low Pressure Water Seal 55 Detergent Injector Fitting 31 Compression Ring 56 O-Ring, Injector Fitting 4.47 x 1.78...
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Page 29: Associated Products
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Page 30: Declaration Of Conformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com... - Page 31 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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