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Itm TM542-2500 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 4 SAFETY This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on the correct operation of your pressure washer. Your satisfaction with this product and its safe operation is our ultimate concern. Therefore, please take the time to read the entire manual, especially the safety symbols and instructions as they will help you to avoid potential hazards that may exist when working with this product.
  • Page 5 SAFETY Operating Instructions and Precautions DANGER: POISONOUS GAS HAZARD Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that WILL kill you in minutes. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. Even if you do not smell exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon monoxide gas. Some chemicals or detergents could also be harmful if inhaled or ingested, resulting in death, serious injury, nausea, fainting or poisoning.
  • Page 6 SAFETY WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate this product with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are intact and operating properly before each use. • Remove adjusting tools and wrenches. If any adjustments or maintenance has been performed, make sure that all tools and adjusting wrenches are removed from product before use.
  • Page 7 SAFETY WARNING: Fire / Hot Surface Hazard Exhaust could ignite combustibles, resulting in death or serious injury. SAFETY Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in serious injury. . • DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases. WARNING: Fire / Hot Surface Hazard •...
  • Page 8 SAFETY WARNING: Fire / Explosion Hazard Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive which could cause burns, fire or explosion resulting in death or serious injury. Risk of fire and serious burns: Never remove fuel cap when unit is running. Shut off engine and allow the unit to cool at least five minutes.
  • Page 9 SAFETY WARNING: Moving parts hazard WARNING: Fluid Injection Starter and other rotating parts The high-pressure water that could entangle hands, hair, this equipment produces could clothing or accessories, resulting in cut through skin and its underlying serious injury. tissues, resulting in serious injury and possible amputation.
  • Page 10 WARNING: Chemical Burn WARNING: Electrical Shock Chemicals could cause burns Contact with power source could resulting in death or serious cause electric shock or burn injury. resulting in death or serious injury. • DO NOT use caustic liquid with SAFETY pressure washer.
  • Page 11 SET UP CAUTION: Read Manual Read the entire SAFETY section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set-up or use of this product. Know Your Pressure Washer Foam grip Nozzle Trigger Pressure hose Wand Engine Fuel tank Recoil handle...
  • Page 12 SET UP Assembly Insert the axle through the wheel, flat 4. Connect the Pressure Hose to the Pump washer and frame sleeve in turn, then insert the R type cotter pin through the hand, DO NOT use any tool to tighten. hole on the axle.
  • Page 13 SET UP 6. Attach the Nozzle to the Wand by 7. Connect the water supply hose to the pulling back the quick connect collar water inlet connection on the Pump and and pushing the Nozzle onto the end of the Wand. Make sure the quick connect See Figure H.

  • Page 14: General Information

    SET UP General Information High Pressure There are no serviceable parts to the high-pressure pump. Do not Pump attempt to repair or service the pump, as you may damage it and void your warranty. Do not allow water to freeze in pump. If product is stored in an area that will have temperatures of below 32°...

  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION CAUTION: Read Manual Read the entire SAFETY and SET UP sections at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before operation of this product. Improper use or treatment of Pressure Washer can damage internal components and shorten the life of unit.
  • Page 16 OPERATION Pre-Start Checks (Continued) WARNING: Fire / Explosion Hazard Fuel and fuel vapor are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion from misuse of fuel can cause severe burns and even death. • Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot from use, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before adding fuel.
  • Page 17 OPERATION Starting the Engine CAUTION: Read Manual Read the entire Pre-Start Checks section of this manual before attempting to start the engine. Be sure to inspect the equipment and engine for any missing or loose guards or parts. Check both the fuel and oil levels of the engine before starting. •...
  • Page 18 OPERATION Pressure Washer Operation WARNING: Eye protection / Fluid Injection hazard ALWAYS wear approved safety glasses when operating Pressure Washers. Spray can splash back or propel objects, including incorrectly attached accessories. The high-pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through skin and its underlying tissues, leading to possible amputation.
  • Page 19 OPERATION 0° Nozzle - Red: This nozzle delivers a pinpoint stream of pressurized water and is extremely powerful. Use it for the toughest cleaning jobs, although It covers only a small area. This nozzle should only be directed at surfaces that can withstand intense high pressure such as metal or concrete.
  • Page 20 OPERATION 3. Using the Spray Gun For most effective cleaning, keep spray nozzle from 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface. If you WARNING: get spray nozzle too close, you may • To prevent accidental discharge of high- damage surface being cleaned. It is pressure washer, the trigger lock on the not recommended to get closer than 6 trigger should be engaged whenever the...
  • Page 21 OPERATION barb near the high-pressure hose 9. Stopping the Engine and Pressure connection area of the pump Washer 6.7 Submerge the strainer end of the To stop the engine in an emergency, turn siphon tube in the soap/detergent the Engine Switch to the off position. solution bottle or bucket.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE NOTICE: Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of your Pressure Washer. Service should be done by a qualified person or technician. The warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE Pump Maintenance Cleaning Pressure Washer NOTICE: The pressure pump is Daily or before use inspections should maintenance free. If you notice any sign of include areas around and underneath oil leakage in and around the pump, DO Pressure Washer looking for signs of fuel NOT operate the pressure washer.

  • Page 24: Recommended Spark Plugs

    MAINTENANCE 5. Remove the drain plug and, if possible, Spark Plug Maintenance tilt the crankcase slightly to help drain 1. Disconnect spark plug cap from end of the oil out into the pan. Recycle used oil. plug. Clean out debris from around spark 6.
  • Page 25 MAINTENANCE Air Filter Maintenance to form in the fuel system or crucial carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, 1. Remove the Air Filter Cover and the add fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank. air filter(s) and check for dirt. Clean as Draining petrol is unnecessary if the fuel described below.

  • Page 26: Storing Accessories

    MAINTENANCE Storing Accessories Storage Area The pressure washer is equipped with Cover and store in a dry, level, well- places to store your trigger wand and ventilated area out of reach of children. nozzles. Storage area should also be away from ignition sources, such water heaters, 1.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE Trouble Shooting Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions Engine will No fuel in tank or fuel valve is in Fill fuel tank with fresh 87 + octane not start. “OFF” position. unleaded stabilizer-treated petrol and turn fuel valve to “ON” position. Do not use petrol with more than 10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
  • Page 28 MAINTENANCE Trouble Shooting Continued Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions Engine will Loose or broken spark plug. Tighten spark plug. If that does not not start. (Hissing noise will occur when trying work, replace spark plug. (cont). to start.) If problem persists, may have head gasket problem.
  • Page 29 MAINTENANCE Engine Defective fuel tank cap creating Test/replace fuel tank cap. suddenly vacuum,preventing stops proper fuel flow. (cont). Faulty magneto. Please take to an authorised repairer or contact the original place of purchase Disconnected or improperly Secure spark plug cap. connected spark plug cap.
  • Page 30 MAINTENANCE Trouble Shooting Continued Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions Output Not enough water supply. Check water supply hose for kinks, pressure leaks, or blockage. Open faucet all varies the way. Water inlet screen is clogged. Remove and clean filter screen. Nozzle is clogged.

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