Generac Power Systems 1540-0 Owner's Manual page 7

Add Engine Oil and Fuel
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
CAUTION
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
• Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
• Refer to engine owner's manual and follow oil and fuel
recommendations and instructions.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner's manual for recommendations.
Connect Hose and Water Supply to
Pump
IMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must
assemble the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach
all hoses before you start the engine.
1. Remove and discard tape from domed oil filler cap on
top of pump.
2. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach quick connect end
of hose to base of spray gun (Figure 2). Pull down on
collar of quick connect, slide onto spray gun and let go
of collar. Tug on hose to be sure of a tight connection.
Figure 2 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
NOTE: Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before
attaching hoses.
3. Similarly, attach other end of high pressure hose to
high pressure outlet on pump. Pull down on collar of
quick connect, slide onto pump and let go of collar.
Pull on hose to be sure of a tight connection.
4. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 3). Clean screen if it contains
debris, replace if damaged. DO NOT RUN PRESSURE
WASHER IF SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
Generac Portable Products 3500 PSI Pressure Washer
Connect high
pressure hose
here.
Figure 3 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
5. Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris. Turn off water.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the
water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
6. Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length)
to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 3).
CAUTION
There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden
hose between the pressure washer inlet and any flow
shut off device, such as a 'Y' shut-off connector or other
convenience-type water shut-off valve.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
7. Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
purge pump system of air and impurities.
WARNING
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
• Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing
adequate eye protection.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit's assembly to confirm you have performed
all of the following:
1. Make sure handle is in place and secure.
2. Check that oil has been added to proper level in
engine crankcase.
3. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
4. Check for properly attached hose connections.
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Inspect inlet
screen. DO NOT
use if damaged;
clean if dirty.