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PREMIUM PRESSURE WASHER
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
MODEL
MS60805
If your pressure washer is not working properly or if there are parts missing or broken,
please DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Contact our Customer
Service Department at 1-877-362-4271 or www.simpsoncleaning.com
IMPORTANT: Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully
reads and understands these instructions before operating.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Part No. 7108603
REV. 2 Sep 2022
3000
PSI
2.4
GPM

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  • Page 1 PREMIUM PRESSURE WASHER INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL MS60805 If your pressure washer is not working properly or if there are parts missing or broken, please DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Contact our Customer Service Department at 1-877-362-4271 or www.simpsoncleaning.com IMPORTANT: Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before operating.

  • Page 2: Safety Guidelines - Definitions

    SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 3 WARNING: This product may not be equipped with a spark-arresting muffler. If the product is not equipped and will be used around flam ma ble ma teri als or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass or other similar items, then an ap proved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California.
  • Page 4 DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION) WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Breathing ex haust fumes will cause • Operate pressure washer in a well- se ri ous injury or death! En gine ventilated area. Avoid en closed areas exhaust contains carbon mon ox ide, such as ga rages, base ments, etc.
  • Page 5 DANGER: RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • High-velocity fluid spray can cause • Always wear ANSI-approved Z87.1 objects to break, projecting particles safety glasses. Wear protective clothing at high speed. to protect against accidental spraying. •...
  • Page 6 DANGER: RISK OF INJURY OR PROP ER TY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING OR STORING WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could • If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel result in fire or breathing hazard. shut-off valve, turn the valve to the OFF Se rious in ju ry or death can re sult.
  • Page 7 WARNING: RISK OF BURSTING WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Over inflation of tires could result in • Use a tire pressure gauge to check the serious injury and property damage. tires pressure before each use and while inflating tires;...
  • Page 8 QUICK SETUP GUIDE WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the pressure washer instruction manual and the engine instruction manual before operating pressure washer. Add Gasoline Add/Check Oil Install the Handle Place handle onto In a well ventilated The engine is frame, depress outdoor area shipped without...
  • Page 9 Connect QC Turn Water Connect Spray Nozzles to Spray Faucet Wand to Spray Wand Completely On Pull quick connect cou- Do not run the unit Thread the spray wand into pler back and insert without water supply the end of the spray gun. nozzle.
  • Page 10 GET TO KNOW THE PRESSURE WASHER NOTE: Photographs and line drawings used in this manual are for reference only and do not represent a specific model. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER (FIG.
  • Page 11 G. Handle H. Frame Pump Outlet Pump Inlet K. Quick Connect Nozzles Surface Cleaner BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN ENGINE Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for location and operation of engine controls. Choke Control: Opens and closes carburetor choke valve. Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip operates recoil starter to crank engine.

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. GPM: Gallons per Minute. The unit of measure for the flow rate of water. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by PSI equals CU. Bypass Mode: Allows water to re-circulate within the pump when the gun trigger is not pulled.
  • Page 13 WARNING: Flying objects could cause risk of serious injury. Do not attempt to change nozzles while pressure washer is running. Turn engine off before changing nozzles. Pull quick-connect coupler (E) back and insert nozzle (K). Release quick-connect coupler and twist nozzle to make sure it is secure in coupler.
  • Page 14 USING THE SURFACE CLEANER (FIG. 8) • Once the surface cleaner is installed, connect the hose to the pressure washer as described in your pressure washer manual. • Start the pressure washer as described in your pressure washer manual. • Walk slowly behind the cleaning deck, cleaning as you go.
  • Page 15 • Your washer operates at fluid pressures and velocities high enough to penetrate human and animal flesh, which could result in amputation or other serious injury. Leaks caused by loose fittings or worn or damaged hoses can result in injection injuries.

  • Page 16: Shutting Down

    Verify the filter screen (M) is in water inlet of pump. NOTE: Convex side faces out. Connect water source (N) to pump inlet (J). NOTE: Water source must provide a minimum of 5 gallons per minute at 20 psi. Connect high pressure hose (C) to pump outlet (I). WARNING: To reduce the possibility of contamination always protect against backflow when connected to a potable water system.

  • Page 17: Nozzle Maintenance

    NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Failure to do so could cause damage to the pump. Turn engine off. See Engine Owner’s Manual. NOTICE: Risk of property damage. NEVER turn the water off with the engine running. Turn water source off. Pull trigger on spray gun to relieve any water pressure in hose or spray gun.
  • Page 18 Remove the high pressure nozzle (K) from the spray wand. Remove any obstructions with the nozzle cleaning tool provided and backflush with clean water. Direct water supply (N) into nozzle to backflush loosened particles for 30 seconds. Reassemble the nozzle to the wand. Reconnect spray wand to gun and turn on water supply.

  • Page 19: Pressure Washer

    ® is environmentally friendly. NOTE: Using pump guard helps provide proper lubrication to the internal seals of the pump regardless of temperature or environment. NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Use only SIMPSON / POWERWASHER ® ® Pump Guard or equivalent. Other products could be corrosive and/or contain alco- hol which may cause pump damage.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    NOTICE: The use of any other accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous. Use only accessories rated equal to or greater than the rating of the pressure washer. SPECIFICATIONS PRESSURE WASHER MODEL MS60805 PSI Max* 3000 psi GPM Max* 2.4 gpm High Pressure Hose 50 ft.

  • Page 21: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY ON PRODUCT COMPONENTS EXCLUDING PUMP SIMPSON warrants to the original purchaser that the wheels, gun, hose, wand, spray ® SIMPSON nozzle(s), surface cleaner and other components of the ® pressure washer covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide

    SIMPSON • Merchandise sold by ® which has been manufactured by and identified as the product of another company, such as gasoline engines. The product manufacturer’s warranty, if any, will apply. • ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY.
  • Page 23 OPERATIONAL POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ISSUE See How to Use Spray No or low Spray wand not in Wand instructions in the pressure high pressure (initial use) Operation Section Low water supply Water supply must be at least 5 gpm @ 20 psi Leak at high pressure Repair leak.
  • Page 24 OPERATIONAL POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ISSUE No or low Worn seal or packing Please contact our customer pressure service department at (after period of www.simpsoncleaning.com normal use) Worn or obstructed valves Please contact our customer service department at www.simpsoncleaning.com Worn unloader piston Please contact our customer service department at www.simpsoncleaning.com...
  • Page 28 FNA Group, Inc. 7152 99th Street Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 www.simpsoncleaning.com Internet Address: Warranty Registration via Internet Copyright. All Rights Reserved Made in U.S.A. of foreign and domestic components...

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