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4.
OPERATING THE WASHER
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WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply Section 1 safety instructions.
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WARNING! Dry running can seriously damage the unit.
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WARNING! DO NOT leave washer switched on for more than 15 minutes without operating trigger.
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Important! The washer motor will stop as soon as the gun trigger is released and will restart when the
trigger is squeezed. Always allow at least 5 seconds between releasing the trigger and restarting.
4.1.
PRIMARY CHECKS
Check that the inlet filter is clean; pump delivery and pressure will be reduced if blocked. Never use
the machine without a filter (see Section 5).
Ensure that the water supply is correctly connected, and air can freely circulate around the washer.
4.2.
TURNING ON THE WASHER
4.2.1. Turn the mains water supply fully on.
4.2.2. Disengage the safety catch, fig. 6, and press the trigger for a few seconds to allow air
to escape and to discharge any residual pressure in the pipes.
4.2.3. Whilst keeping the trigger pressed, start the motor by pressing the motor switch to ‘On’.
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WARNING! Aim nozzle correctly at work surface.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure that the trigger is pressed when starting or restarting the motor.
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4.2.4. Check the system to ensure hat there are no water leaks.
4.3.
DETERGENT
4.3.1. Fill the detergent bottle (approx 0.5l) with the recommended pressure washer detergent.
4.3.2. Fit the detergent bottle to the head of the fixed lance (fig. 1.E) ensuring it clips into place, fig. 7.
4.3.3. The washer is now ready for use. Detergent concentration can be adjusted using knob on top of detergent bottle, fig. 7.A.
4.4.
TO USE THE WASHER
Dirt is dissolved by applying detergent to the dry surface. GRIP the gun firmly to counteract
the recoil of the water jet and aim at the working surface.
4.4.1. On vertical surfaces, work from the bottom upwards.
4.4.2. Leave the detergent to act for 1 - 2 minutes, but DO NOT allow the surface to dry out.
4.4.3. To wash down, remove the detergent bottle from the nozzle by pressing the locking
catch, fig. 7.B, and pulling the nozzle out.
4.4.4. The rotary lance, fig. 8, gives a high torque cleaning effect on larger areas (ideal for vehicle washing and removing grime from
patio surfaces). Apply the high pressure jet keeping the end of the nozzle approximately 25cm (10”) from the surface.
4.5.
WHEN WASHING IS COMPLETED
4.5.1. Switch the motor off (do not unplug from mains at this stage), and turn off the mains water supply.
4.5.2. Switch the motor back on to discharge residual pressure by pressing the trigger until no more water comes out of the nozzle.
4.5.3. Switch the motor off, engage the trigger safety catch and unplug the machine from the electrical mains power supply.
4.5.4. Wipe the machine clean and dry and store in a clean, safe, dry, childproof location.
NOTE: a) DO NOT leave motor switched on for more than 15 minutes without operating trigger.
b) If the water pressure drops (i.e. someone else using the same water supply), the washer will not operate correctly. Immediately
switch off the motor and wait until the pressure is restored.
c) Should the motor stop and fail to restart, the built in thermal cut-out may have tripped. Check to ensure that the washer is connected
correctly to electrical and water supplies (also see Section 6 Troubleshooting). Wait 5 minutes for the cut-out to reset and re-start
the motor. If the motor continues to cut out contact your authorised service agent.
d) If storing the washer for a long period during winter, operate the washer with a non-corrosive, non-toxic anti-freeze before storage.
Store detergents according to instructions on the container label.
5. MAINTENANCE
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WARNING! Ensure the pressure washer is switched off and unplugged from the mains electrical power supply and turned off at the
mains water tap before proceeding.
5.1.
Keep the washer clean at all times.
5.2.
Check and clean suction filter, fig. 9, and detergent filter (at the end of the detergent pick-up pipe) after every 50 hours of use.
5.3.
Take the nozzle cleaning tool, fig. 1.F, detach the lance from the gun and remove any dirt from nozzle, fig. 10, then rinse.
5.4.
Check unit, gun, nozzle, detergent bottle, hose, connections and cables for damage. Immediately replace or repair with genuine parts.
DO NOT open the casing, use authorised agent to service the washer.
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fig. 10
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