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20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER Includes 1 battery & 1 charger 5 year limited warranty on tool 3 year limited warranty on battery and charger READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. 5019277 Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a load) CDSH20...
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS BRUSHLESS POWER WASHER Voltage Rated pressure 355PSI (24.5 Bar) PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Max pressure 507PSI (25 Bar) BRUSHLESS POWER WASHER Min pressure 319PSI (22 Bar) Voltage 2.2l/min (0.58 US gallons / min) Rated pressure 2.4l/min (0.64 US gallons / min) 355PSI (24.5 Bar) Max pressure 2.0l/min (0.53 US gallons / min)
5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER TABLE OF CONTENTS .................. 1 Table of Contents ..................2 General Safety Warnings ................3 Electric Gardening Tool Safety ............... 5 Battery Use and Care ..................7 ..................7 Battery Pack Recycling ................. 9 Symbols ......................
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all safety and operational instructions. Failure to follow the safety rules listed below and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Keep this manual, sales receipts, and applicable warranty forms for future reference.
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5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER SYMBOL MEANING and to help you grip the tool. Always wear sturdy clothing with long sleeves and long pants. Never operate the tool while wearing shorts, short sleeve shirt or while shirtless.
ELECTRIC GARDENING TOOL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. General Electric Gardening Tool Safety Warnings – Work Area Safety Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence Power tools create sparks which may ignite the liquids, fumes or dust.
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5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER before connecting the battery to the power tool or plugging it into the power switch. tools that have the switch on invites accidents. Remove any adjustment key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
BATTERY USE AND CARE another battery pack. c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery: avoid contact.
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5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER • Hold the power cleaner securely with both hands. Expect the trigger handle to move when the trigger is pulled due to reaction forces. Failure to do so could cause loss of control and injury to yourself and others.
BATTERY PACK RECYCLING To preserve our natural resources, please recycle or dispose of batteries properly. The batteries charged by this charger may contain chemicals and metals that are harmful to the environment. Never dispose of rechargeable batteries in of the environment. SYMBOLS The rating plate on your tool may show these symbols.
CHECKING THE BATTERY CHARGE STATUS The level of charge remaining in the battery can be checked by using the battery LED power indicator that is contained on the end of the battery. NOTE: The battery charge remaining may be checked while the battery is installed in the tool with the ON/OFF switch turned OFF.
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5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER 6. It is normal for the battery charger to hum and be warm to the touch during operation. 7. If the battery pack does not charge properly, check to make sure the electrical outlet is “live”.
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PACKAGING CONTENTS • 20v brushless 2 speed power washer • 20" high pressure wand • 20v lithium ion battery & charger • 5-position rotating nozzle • Owner’s manual WARNING! If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced.
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5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER ATTACHING THE 20" HIGH PRESSURE WAND 1. Insert the end of the 20" high pressure wand into the front opening of the power washer. 2. Ensure when inserting, both the large tab and the small tab located on the end of the 20"...
ATTACHING A GARDEN HOSE OR THE WATER INLET HOSE 1. Push the locking sleeve (1) of the garden hose/water inlet hose back and then insert the connecting head into the hose quick connect adapter located on the bottom rear of the power washer. 2.
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5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER 5-POSITION ROTATING NOZZLE ADJUSTMENT 1. The 5-position rotating nozzle can be rotated to select 1 of 5 spray angle 0° to 40°+ with the arrow printed on the rear portion of the nozzle (2) Fig. 11.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
5044-026 20V MAX BRUSHLESS 2 SPEED POWER WASHER PARTS LIST WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the brushless power washer. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this power washer may For more information, call the Toll-free Helpline, at 1-866-349-8665;...
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Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 21—7 5044-026-021-7 Seal ring 21—8 5044-026-021-8 Single valve 21—9 5044-026-021-9 Piston shaft seat 21—10 5044-026-021-10 Piston seat 21—11 5044-026-021-11 Cover 21—12 5044-026-021-12 Bearing 21—13 5044-026-021-13 Pump body 21—14 5044-026-021-14 Seal ring 21—15 5044-026-021-15 Seal ring 21—16...
This warranty covers defects in material or workmanship only. It does not cover normal wear and tear, failure due to abuse/misuse, or defects caused by careless or accidental mishandling. If this Benchmark product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty does not apply.
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