RIDGID RD80991 Operator's Manual page 15

OPERATION
Nozzle
25º Green For general purpose or large surfaces
• General cleaning of dirt, mud, and grime
• Cleaning roofs, gutters, and downspouts
• Removing light mildew stains
• Removing algae and bacteria build-up from
pools
• Rinsing surfaces in preparation for
painting
40º White For wide-angle rinsing
• Light cleaning and washing
• Washing and rinsing of painted surfaces
and boats
• Cleaning roofs, windows, patios, and
driveways
Dual For all detergent applications and for gentle
Power rinse
Soap
(Black)
Turbo Pencil jet nozzle rotates at high speed to
Nozzle increase intensity and cleaning area of the
spray. Spray pattern will cover an area from 4
to 8 in. wide depending on distance between
wand and surface being cleaned.
• Rust removal
• Non-painted metal or plastic tank cleaning
• Washing concrete
• Removing gum from sidewalks
• Boat cleaning
• Cleaning dirty garage floors
• Removing mud and clay from hard surfaces
like concrete, brick, or stone
WARNING:
NEVER change nozzles without locking the lock out
on the trigger handle and never point the wand at
your face or at others. The quick-connect feature
contains small springs that could eject the nozzle
with some force. Failure to heed this warning could
cause personal injury.
Using the quick-connect collar, changing nozzles is easy.
To connect a nozzle to the spray wand:
 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.
 Push the nozzle into the quick-connect collar until it clicks
in place and is secured properly.
Application
To disconnect a nozzle from the spray wand 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.
USING THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE
The high pressure hose features an outer covering that pro-
vides strength to the hose. If the outer covering becomes
damaged, the hose must be replaced immediately. Do not
use a high pressure hose if the outer covering is damaged.
To prevent damage to the outer covering:
 Inspect the hose before every use.
 Fully unwrap and straighten hose before use.
 Do not allow the high pressure hose to be kinked.
 Keep hose away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
 Do not pull unit by high pressure hose.
 Do not allow hose to be crushed or wrapped around
objects.
WASHING WITH DETERGENT
See Figures 19 - 20.
As sold, this unit is designed for use with "downstream" pres-
sure washer detergents. To convert for use with "upstream"
detergents, contact an authorized customer service center
for more information.
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 container. Place the
injection hose with filter in the bottle, the filter end should
rest at the bottom of the bottle.
NOTE: The machine setting of this unit is 1:20, which
usually allows the use of 1 gallon detergent without further
dilution. Check your detergent instructions to be sure
additional dilution is not necessary.
 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.
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 the spray
wand and the engine turned off, push the Dual Power Soap
Nozzle down as far as it will go.
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