Benchmark 209CC Owner's Manual page 29

CHECK AND CLEAN INLET SCREEN
Examine garden hose inlet screen. Clean if it
is clogged or replace if it is torn. Please call
help line 1-833-818-4111 for new purchase.
CHECK HIGH PRESSURE HOSE
High pressure hoses can develop leaks from
wear, kinking, or abuse. Inspect hose before
each use. Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions,
bulging of cover, or damage or movement
of couplings. If any of these conditions
exist, replace hose immediately. Or call at
1-833-818-4111 for help or new purchase.
WARNING! The high pressure stream of water that this pressure washer
produces could cut through skin and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious
injury and possible amputation.
• Never repair a high pressure hose. Replace it.
• Replace with hose MUST equal or exceed the maximum pressure rating of your
pressure washer.
CHECK DETERGENT SIPHONING TUBE
Examine the detergent tube (equipped at the bottom of detergent tank) and clean if
clogged. One end of the tube should fit tightly on the tank, the other end fit tightly on
the pump. Examine the tube for leaks or tears. Replace detergent tank or tube if either
is damaged. Or call at 1-833-818-4111 for help or new purchase.
CHECK SPRAY GUN, SPRAY WAND AND NOZZLES
Examine hose connection to spray gun connected with spray wand and make sure it
is secure. Test trigger by pressing it and make sure it springs back into place when you
release it. Engage trigger lock in UP position and test trigger. You should not be able to
squeeze the trigger. Replace spray gun immediately if it fails any of these tests.
PURGE PUMP OF AIR AND CONTAMINANTS
TO REMOVE AIR FROM THE PUMP, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
• Set up the pressure washer as described in the "Assembly" section and connect the
water supply.
• Squeeze the trigger on the gun and hold until a steady stream of water appears.
TO REMOVE CONTAMINANTS FROM THE PUMP, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
• Set up the pressure washer as described in the "Assembly" section and connect water
supply.
• Remove the nozzle from the spray wand .
• Start the engine according to instructions in "How To Use Your Pressure Washer" section.
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