Spark Arrestor - RIDGID RD80770 Operator's Manual

FEATURES
KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator's manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Be-
fore using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
CRANE LIFTING HOOK
The crane lifting hook in the center of the unit makes lifting
the machine for transportation and/or relocation easy.
FUEL TANK
This fuel tank has a maximum 3.5 gallon capacity.
FUEL VALVE LEVER
The fuel valve lever opens and closes to allow fuel to pass
between the fuel tank and the carburetor. The lever must be
open to start the engine and should always be closed before
storing the machine.
HONDA GX390 ENGINE
This industrial strength Honda engine enables the
pressure washer to achieve 3,800 psi (pounds per square
inch) at a rate of 4.0 gpm (gallons per minute). Please read
the engine manual included with this product.
NOTE: This engine comes equipped with an Oil Alert™
system that automatically stops the engine when the lubri-
cant level drops below a safe limit. This system is designed
to prevent engine damage caused by not having enough
lubricant in the crankcase.
HOSE STORAGE BAG
A hose storage bag, located on the back of the machine,
provides easy storage and retrieval of hoses.
ON / OFF SWITCH
The on/off switch must be in the ON position (down) for the
engine to run. When the switch is in the OFF position (up),
the engine will stop running.
PRESSURE/FLOW ADjUSTMENT HANDLE
Use the pressure/flow adjustment handle to change the
pressure/flow levels of the cleaning stream for acceptable
pressure/flow for every project.
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
The pressure relief valve prevents unsafe pressure levels
from building up in the pressure washer. It is not uncommon
to notice occasional drips from the valve.
RECOIL STARTER
The recoil starter is pulled to start the machine.

SPARK ARRESTOR

This engine is not factory equipped with a spark arrestor.
In some areas it is illegal to operate an engine without a
spark arrestor. A spark arrestor is available from authorized
Honda servicing dealers. Please refer to the engine manual
included with this product for more information.
THERMAL RELIEF VALVE
To prevent water temperature from reaching harmful
levels in the pump, the thermal relief valve will release a
small amount of water from a rubber hose. Once the water
has reached safe temperature levels, the thermal relief valve
will reset itself.
TRIGGER HANDLE
The trigger handle has a grooved gripping surface that pro-
vides added control and helps reduce fatigue.
TRIGGER WITH LOCK OUT
Pulling the trigger releases a stream of water for high
pressure cleaning. The lock out provides protection against
unauthorized use or unintentional use.
WAND STORAGE HOLSTER
Store the spray wand and trigger handle in the convenient
wand storage holster
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provided on the side of the machine.