Storage - Generac Portable Products 3500PSI 1540-0 Owner's Manual

Generac Portable Products 3500 PSIPressure Washer
6. Reinstall spray tip and in-line filter into nozzle extension.
7. Reconnect nozzle extension to spray gun.
8. Reconnect w_ter supply, turn on water, and
start
engine.
9. Test pressure washer by operating with each Quick
Connect
spray tips.
O-Ring Maintenance
Through the normal operation of your pressure washer,
o-rings, which keep the connections of the hoses and
spray gun tight and leak-free, may become worn or
damaged.
An O-Ring Maintenance Kit is provided with your pressure
washer which includes replacement o-rings, rubber washer
and water inlet filter. Refer to the instruction sheet
provided in the kit to service your unit's o-rings. Note that
not all of the parts in the kit wilt be used on your unit.
To remove a worn or damagedo-ring; use a small flathead
screwdriver to get underneath the o-ring and pry it off.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
See the engine owner's manual for instructions on how to
properly
maintain the engine.
CAUTION
Used motor ol has been shown to cause skin cancer in
certain laboratory animals.
Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.
KEEPOUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T
POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES.RETURN
USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS.
PUMP MAINTENANCE
See the pump information sheet for instructionson how to
properly maintain the pump.
PREPARING THE UNIT
FOR STORAG E
Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of
time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and
"freeze" pump action. If you do not plan to use the pressure
washer for more than 30 days,follow this procedure:
I. Flush detergent siphoning tube by placing the filter into
a pail of clean water while running pressure washer in
low pressure mode. Flush for one to two minutes.
2. Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove high
pressure and garden hoses. Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug.
3. Empty the pump of liquids by pulling the engine recoil
handle about 6 times. This should remove most of the
liquid in the pump.
4. Use pump saver to prevent corrosion build up and
freezing of pump.
5. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
Protecting the Pump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral
deposits or freezing, use PumpSaverto treat pump. This
prevents freeze damageand lubricatespistons and seals.
NOTE: PumpSaver, model number 01559, is availableasan
optional accessory.It is not includedwith the pressure washer.
CAUTION
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and
render your unit inoperable.
• Freezedamageis not coveredunder warranty.
CAUTION
Alwayswear eye
protection
when using
PumpSaver.
To use PumpSaver,make sure the pressure washer is
turned off and disconnected from supply water. Read and
follow all instructions and warnings given on the
PumpSavercontainer.
NOTE: PumpSaverwill drip from pump after treatment
and will stain wood and concrete.
NOTE: If PumpSaveris not available,draw RV antifreeze
(non-alcohol) into the pump by pouring the solution into a
3-foot section of garden hose connected to inlet adapter
and pulling recoil handle twice.
STORING THE ENGINE
See the engine owner's manual for instructions on how to
properly prepare the engine for storage.
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