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ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAIS: PAGE 41 manual 5.5 Horsepower 2250 PSI 2 GPM Pressure Washer PCV2250 IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who To learn more about is to use this equipment carefully reads Porter-Cable and understands these instructions visit our website at: before starting operations.
GENERAL INFORMATION Congratulations! You have purchased a high quality product from America’s leading manufacturer of pressure washers. This pressure washer, when properly used and maintained, will provide trouble free service. Please read and follow these instructions for proper use and maintenance. All sales of pressure washers are final.
SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS This manual contains ndicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not information that is im- avoided, will result in death or serious injury. portant for you to know and understand. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not This information re- avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Breathing exhaust fumes will cause • Operate pressure washer in a well serious injury or death! ventilated area. Avoid enclosed RISK TO areas such as garages, basements, BREATHING etc. • Never operate unit in a location occupied by humans or animals.
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HOW TO PREVENT IT HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Do not use chlorine bleach or any • Unsafe operation of your pressure other corrosive compound. washer could lead to serious injury RISK OF or death to you or others. • Become familiar with the operation UNSAFE and controls of the pressure washer.
The powerful spray from your pressure washer is capable of causing damage to surfaces such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto striping and trim, and delicate objects such as flowers and shrubs. Before spraying, check the item to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong enough to resist damage from the force of the spray.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Place handle assembly onto frame and connect handle to frame. Connect wand to gun. Tighten securely. Attach high pressure hose to gun. Tighten securely. Assemble grommet kit and quick-connect nozzles as described in instructions supplied. Add engine oil (supplied) to engine. Refer to engine manual supplied by engine manufacturer for correct procedure.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Quick Connect Nozzles Spray High Pressure Hose...
BASIC ELEMENTS OF ENGINE Refer to the engine manual for location and operation of engine controls. Choke Control: Opens and closes carburetor choke valve Throttle Control Lever: Controls engine speed. Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip operates recoil starter to crank engine. Fuel Valve Lever: Opens / closes connection between fuel tank and carburetor.
HOW TO USE WAND Risk of injection or injury to person. Do not direct discharge stream toward persons, unprotected skin, eyes, or with any pets or animals. Serious injury can occur. DO NOT attempt to change nozzles while pressure washer is running.
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HOW TO SIPHON CHEMICALS AND CLEANING SOLVENTS Siphoning chemicals or cleaning solvents is a low pressure operation. NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressure washer use. Do not use bleach. To siphon chemicals: Press chemical hose onto barbed fitting located near high pressure hose connection of pump as shown.
STARTING Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for proper starting procedures for your engine type. In a well ventilated outdoor area Add fresh high quality unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine.
MAINTENANCE When performing maintenance, you may be exposed to hot surfaces, water pressure, moving parts, or fire that can cause serious injury or death! Before performing any maintenance or repair, disconnect spark plug wire, let engine cool and release all water pressure. The engine contains flammable fuel.
HOW TO CLEAN THE WATER INLET FILTER This screen filter should be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary. Remove filter by grasping end and removing it from Filter Screen water inlet of pump as shown. Clean filter by flushing it with water on both sides. Re-insert filter into water inlet of pump.
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STORAGE ENGINE Consult the Engine Owners Manual for the manufacturer's recommendations for storage. PUMP It is recommended that you follow these steps to protect the internal seals of the pressure washer when STORING THE UNIT FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD and/or WHEN FREEZING TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Add Fuel. No fuel. Engine will not Add required amount of oil. Low oil (if equipped with low oil start (see Engine shutdown). Manual for further engine Pressure builds up after two pulls Squeeze gun trigger to relieve troubleshooting) pressure.
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CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM See How to Use Wand paragraph Wand not in low pressure. Will not draw in the Operation Section. chemicals Chemical filter clogged. Clean filter. Insure end of chemical hose is Chemical screen not in chemical fully submerged into chemical. Dilute chemical.
LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship. Products covered under this warranty include air compressors, air tools, service parts, pressure washers, and generators, which have the following warranty periods: 3 YEARS - Limited warranty on 2-stage oil-free air compressor pumps that operate at 1725 RPM.
QUICK FACTS 1-800-888-2468 CALL TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES Use fresh high quality gas. Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage. Engine oil: Refer to engine manual supplied with this unit. Some units are equipped with a low oil sensor and adequate oil must be added or the unit will not start.
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