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THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI HIGH PRESSURE WASHER Your new pressure washer has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard of dependability, ease of operation and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble free performance. If you use your pressure washer properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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INTENDED USE or the like. Protect the power cords from heat, oil, Your Ryobi high pressure washer has been and sharp edges. designed for for domestic use only. it may be used...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Always fully unreel the extension cable from the The water jet that is emitted from the high-pressure cable drum. nozzle results in a repulsion power acting on the hand spray gun. Make sure that you have a firm SAFE HANDLING footing and are also holding the hand spray gun DANGER! The user must use the...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION. Mind the weight of the appliance when GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all instructions Failure to follow selecting the storage location and during transport to prevent accidents or injuries. all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3) PERSONAL SAFETY safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of Do not use a power tool while you are tired or children and do not allow persons unfamiliar under the influence of drugs, alcohol or...
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UNPACKING CAUTION. This packaging contains If any parts are found to be missing, the machine sharp objects. Take care when and its accessories should be returned together in unpacking. Remove the machine, their original packaging to the retailer. Do not throw together with the accessories supplied, from the the packaging away, keep it safe throughout the packaging.
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ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE CABLE HOLDER Slide the opening of the plastic cable holder bracket into the moulded opening on the rear of the pressure washer, Fig.4. Using a screwdriver fasten in place with the 4 connecting screws in the positions shown in Fig.5. Ensure the connecting screws are securely tightened.
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ASSEMBLY FITTING THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO THE TRIGGER GUN Insert the free end of the high pressure hose into the corresponding opening on the trigger gun until you hear it click into place, Fig.9. Check the secure connection by pulling on the high pressure hose. Press the release button, Fig.9 (9.1), to remove the high pressure hose from the trigger gun, and pull the hose out.
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BEFORE USE Always check that all parts and attachments are Only use a mains extension cable suitable for secure, and that hoses are not kinked or outdoor use, and capable of carrying the required obstructed. current for this product. The extension cable must be protected against water ingress with water-tight Always wear appropriate personal protective connections where it connects to the pressure...
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OPERATION ADJUSTING THE SPRAY PATTERN Pencil or fan water spray patterns can be obtained by rotating the end of the adjustable fan nozzle clockwise or anti-clockwise, Fig 13. The fan spray pattern is the most commonly used for general cleaning operations. The pencil spray pattern is used to remove localized stubborn contamination such as oil stains.
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OPERATION USE OF DETERGENTS collected on the surface. This will allow your This high-pressure cleaner is designed for use with detergent to attack the deep down dirt that has universal, car, boat, house and garden cleaning worked its way into the cleaning surface. agents that are recommended by the manufacturer Before triggering the gun, adjust the nozzle to a and are approved for use on high-pressure...
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MAINTENANCE WARNING. When servicing use only WARNING. Do not at any time let brake identical replacement parts. Use of any fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based other parts may create a hazard or products, penetrating oils, etc., come in cause product damage. contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastIc WARNING.
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Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist of repair or service, simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorised Service Centre or other qualified service organistion. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.
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SYMBOLS Indicates danger, warning or caution. It means attention!!! Safety Alert Symbol Your safety is involved. Read Your Operator's Your manual contains special messages to bring attention Manual to potential safety concerns as well as operating and servicing information. Please read all the information carefully to ensure satisfaction and safe use.
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