Washing With Detergent; Using The Nozzles; Moving The Pressure Washer; Rinsing With The Pressure Washer - RIDGID RD80701 Operator's Manual

OPERATION

USING ThE NOZZLES

See Figure 15 - 16.
Before starting any cleaning job, determine the best nozzle
for the job. Each of the nozzles has a different spray
pattern. The nozzle patterns are: 40˚ (for general purpose or
large surfaces), 15˚ (for tough jobs), 0˚ (for spot cleaning or
high-to-reach areas), and the Dual Power Soap Nozzle (for
long and short range detergent application).
NOTE: For a gentle rinse, select the
.
Nozzle
CAUTION:
NEVER change nozzles without locking the lock
out on the trigger handle.
Using the quick-connect collar, changing nozzles is easy.
 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water
supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
To connect a nozzle to the trigger handle:
 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up
on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.
 Push the nozzle into the quick-connect collar until it clicks
in place and is secured properly.
To disconnect a nozzle from the trigger handle once the
cleaning job is complete:
 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water
supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up
on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.
 Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then
pulling back the quick-connect collar.

wAShING wITh DETERGENT

See Figures 17 - 18.
Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; house-
hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents, flam-
mable material, or industrial grade solutions can damage
the pump. Many detergents may require mixing prior to
use. Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the solution
bottle.
 Remove the cap from the detergent bottle and pour
detergent in the container. Replace the cap on container.
 Turn the dial to the left (rear tank).
 Install the Dual Power Soap Nozzle on the spray wand.
 Spray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even,
overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow
detergent to dry on the surface.
NOTE: To use a detergent bottle, secure bottle using the
bungee strap. Remove the cap from the detergent bottle.
Place the injection hose in the bottom of the bottle. Turn the
dial to the right (front bottle).
For long range detergent application:
With the Dual Power Soap Nozzle installed on the spray
wand and the engine turned off, pull the nozzle up until it
clicks into place.
For short range detergent application:
With the Dual Power Soap Nozzle installed on
wand and the engine turned off, push the Dual Power Soap
Nozzle down as far as it will go.
Before shutting off the engine:
Dual Power Soap
 Place
 Flush for 1 - 2 minutes (spray clear water through the
 Shut off the
NOTE: Shutting OFF ( O ) the engine will not relieve pressure
in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

RINSING wITh ThE PRESSURE wAShER

 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water
 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up
 Remove the
 Select the right nozzle for the job:
 Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down,

MOvING ThE PRESSURE wAShER

See Figure 19.
NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the moving
handle.
 Raise the handle.
 Turn the pressure washer off.
 Tilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels
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the injection hose in a bucket of clean water.
spray wand).
engine.
supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.
nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then
pulling back the quick-connect collar.
• Use medium pressure nozzle (green) for items such as
a car or boat.
• Use higher pressure nozzle for jobs such as stripping
paint and degreasing the driveway. When using these
nozzles, test a small area first to avoid surface damage.
overlapping the strokes.
then roll the machine to the desired position.
the spray