Checklist Before Starting Engine - Generac Power Systems 1417-0 Owner's Manual

• Attach the other end of the high pressure hose to the
high pressure outlet on the pump (Figure 4). Pull down
on the collar of the quick connect, slide onto the pump
and let go of collar. Pull on hose to be sure of a tight
connection.
Figure 4 — Connections to Pump
• Before you connect your garden hose to the water inlet,
inspect the inlet screen (Figure 5). Clean the screen if it
contains debris or have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT
RUN THE PRESSURE WASHER IF THE SCREEN IS
DAMAGED. NEVER SIPHON INLET WATER.
Figure 5 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
• Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris.
• Connect the garden hose to the water inlet. Tighten by
hand (Figure 5).
Generac Portable Products 2,500 PSI High Pressure Washer
Inspect inlet
screen, Do
Not use if
damaged, clean
if dirty.
CAUTION!
There MUST be at least ten feet of
unrestricted garden hose between the pressure washer
inlet and any flow shut off device, such as a 'Y' shut-off
connector or other convenience-type water shut-off valve.
Damage to pressure washer resulting from disregarding this
warning will not be covered by the warranty.
• Turn ON the water.
• Squeeze the trigger on the gun until you have a steady
stream of water to purge the pump system of air and
impurities.
CAUTION!
Before starting the pressure washer,
be sure you are wearing adequate eye protection.
CHECKLIST BEFORE
STARTING ENGINE
Review the assembly to ensure you have performed all of
the following.
• Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to the high pressure hose.
• Check that oil has been added to the proper level in the
engine crankcase.
• Add the proper gasoline to fuel tank.
• Provide a water supply of adequate flow (not to exceed
100°F).
• Be sure to read the "Safety Rules" and "Preparing
Pressure Washer For Use" sections before using the
pressure washer.
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