Working With Detergents; Shutting Down And Cleaning Up; Taking A Break - Coleman 300102 Owner's Manual

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WORKING WITH DETERGENTS

Working with detergent ensures a quick soaking of the dirt, and allows the high-
pressure water to penetrate and remove the dirt more effectively. Always spray
detergent on a dry surface, do not pre-soak area. Wetting the surface first dilutes the
detergent and reduces its cleaning ability.
To apply detergents you must be operating at low pressure. This provides a gentle
application of detergent, with the pressure equivalent to the lowest garden hose. The
high-pressure setting is used for cleaning; you cannot apply detergents when working
at high pressure. Always test detergent in an inconspicuous area before use.
CAUTION
Only use cleaning detergents recommended for pressure washers.
1
Pull the detergent suction tube out and insert it
into a detergent container.
2
Attach the low-pressure spray tip (black) for
soap application.
3
Turn on the pressure washer. Pull trigger to operate unit. The liquid detergent
will automatically mix with water, and be discharged through the nozzle. Apply
detergent to a DRY work surface, from bottom to top.
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4
Allow detergent to remain on the surface for a short time before rinsing. Do not allow
detergent to dry on surface.
5
Rinse with clean water under high pressure. On a vertical surface, rinse from the bottom
up, then rinse from the top down to avoid streaking. Hold nozzle 6-8" (15-20 cm) from
the work surface, at a 45° angle.
6
When you have finished using the detergent injection system, fill detergent bottle with
clean water. Siphon water at low pressure for one minute, so that all detergent is flushed
through system. Remove detergent bottle, and rinse it until it is thoroughly cleaned.
CAUTION
Damage may occur to painted surface if chemical is allowed to dry on surface.
Wash and rinse a small section at a time. Avoid working on hot surfaces or in direct
sunlight.

SHUTTING DOWN AND CLEANING UP

1
(If you are not using detergent, go directly to Step 2.) When you have finished using the
detergent injection system, fill detergent bottle with clean water. Siphon water at low
pressure for one minute so that all detergent is flushed through system.
2
Disconnect the garden hose from the water inlet on the unit.
3
Press trigger to release any remaining water pressure.
4
Turn the switch to "OFF" (0) position.
5
Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
6
Engage gun safety lock.
WARNING
Turn off water supply and squeeze trigger to depressurize the unit. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury due to discharge of high-pressure water.

TAKING A BREAK

If taking a break of five minutes or more:
1
Engage gun safety lock.
2
Turn unit to "OFF" (O) position.
3
Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
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