GreenWorks 51142 Operator's Manual
1500 psi / 1.3 gpm electric pressure washer
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- Page 1 1500 PSI / 1.3 GPM ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER 51142 OPERATOR’S MANUAL TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction.......................... 3 Important Safety Instructions....................3 - 4 Specific Safety Rules......................5 - 6 Symbols ..........................7- 8 Electrical......................... 9 -10 Know Your Pressure Washer ....................11 Assembly ........................12-16 Operation........................17-20 Maintenance ......................... 21-23 Troubleshooting ......................24-26 Warranty ..........................2 7 Exploded View ........................ -
Page 3: Introduction
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result W A R N I N G When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when a product is used near children. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTENSION CORDS DO NOT USE WITH EXTENSION CORD, USE DIRECT INTO RECEPTACLE. by a marking “Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors while not in use.” Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do not use damaged extension cords. -
Page 5: Specific Safety Rules
Know your product. Read the operator’s manual care-fully. Learn the machine’s applications To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Use right product. use it for a purpose not intended. - Page 6 Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. ake sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length.
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Page 7: Symbols
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. NA E DESIGNATION E PLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current... -
Page 8: Symbols
W A R N I N G and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call GREENWORKS customer service for assistance. W A R N I N G eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. -
Page 9: Electrical
ELECTRICAL W A R N I N G The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the product’s internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock. DOUBLE INSULATED Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. -
Page 10: Electrical
ELECTRICAL W A R N I N G Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury. -
Page 11: Know Your Pressure Washer
KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. (See Figure 2.) 1. -
Page 12: Assembly
ASSEMBLY W A R N I N G Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. - Page 13 ASSEMBLY CONECTING THE WATER SUPPLY TO THE PRESSURE WASHER (See Figure 3.) C A U T I O N : Always observe all local regulations when connnecting hoses to the water main. Some areas have restrictions against connecting directly to public drinking water supply to prevent the feedback of chemicals into the drinking water supply.
- Page 14 ASSEMBLY USING THE TELESCOPING HANDLE (See Figure 4.) To use the telescopic handle, pull up on it until the pins click into position. To store the handle, push the spring pins in, and press down on the handle. Fig. 4 ASSEMBLING WAND TO PRESSURE WASHER GUN See Figure 5.) Installing Wand to Pressure Washer Gun...
- Page 15 ASSEMBLY SOAP BOTTLE (See Figure 7.) free connection. Fill bottle with approved pressure washer detergents / soaps only. Fig. 7 INSTALLING GUN HOLDER AND CORD RETENTION CLIPS ( See Figure 8.) To Install --Push front To Remove--Firmly pull up Slide round gun Slide cord retention holder onto bracket clip onto bracket...
- Page 16 ASSEMBLY CONNECTING THE GARDEN HOSE (See Figure 9.) C A U T I O N : Always observe all local regulations when connecting hoses to the water main. Some areas have restrictions against connecting directly to public drinking water supply to prevent the feedback of preventer is usually permitted.
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Page 17: Operation
OPERATION W A R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you careless.Remember that a careless fraction of W A R N I N G W A R N I N G Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. W A R N I N G APPLICATIONS You may use this product for the purposes listed below:... - Page 18 STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE WASHER (See Figure 11.) C A U T I O N : OFF ( O ) NOTE: For ease of use during operation, you may thread the electrical cord through the coils of the garden hose before connecting to power supply ON ( I ) OFF ( O )
- Page 19 OPERATION USING THE SPRAY WAND TRIGGER (See Figure 12.) For greater control and safety, keep both hands on the trigger handle at all times. Pull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressure washer. TO ENGAGE THE LOCK-OUT: Push up on the lock-out until it clicks into the slot. TO DISENGAGE THE LOCK-OUT: Push the lock-out down and into its original position.
- Page 20 OPERATION W A R N I N G NEVER change nozzles without engaging 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 may cause personal injury. Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply.Pull trigger to release water pressure.
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Page 21: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE W A R N I N G When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.. W A R N I N G Always wear eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. - Page 22 MAINTENANCE Unplug the pressure washer. Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure. Remove the nozzle from the spray wand. NOTE: Never point the spray wand at your face Using the nozzle cleaning tool provided, free any foreign materials clogging or restricting the nozzle opening.
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Page 23: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TAKING A BREAK Engage gun safety lock. Turn unit to “OFF” (O) position. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. C A U T I O N : The use of a pump protector is recommended to prevent cold weather damage during storage over the winter months. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor will not start. On/Off switch is in the Turn switch to the “ON” “OFF” (O) position. ( | ) position. Squeeze gun trigger. Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Extension cord is too long. Replace extension cord with either Extension cord is not proper a 25’... - Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Output pressure varies Discharge nozzle is ob- Blow out or remove debris with a high and low. (contin- structed. ued) Run distilled vinegar through nozzle. detergent tank. Unit does not reach Diameter of garden hose is Add more detergent.
- Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor buzzes but fails Supply voltage below mini- Verify that only the pressure to run. mum. washer is running on this circuit. System has residual pres- Turn unit “OFF”, squeeze trigger sure. on spray wand to release pres- sure, then turn unit “ON”...
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Page 27: Warranty
(1) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for... -
Page 28: Exploded View
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Page 29: Parts List
PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 31105368 Telescopic handle Assy 32202368 Screw ST4.2*16-F 34202365 Rubber pad 34107368 Big press pl e t 34108368 Small press pl e t 32201368 Screw ST4*16-F 34117368 Cord hook 34128319 Cord clip 31110670 Power cord assy 31115670 Wheel assy 3410801... - Page 30 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 34211319 Nozzle seat 40 degree nozzle 31204670 31201670 0 degree nozzle 31202670 25 degree nozzle Plastic gun handle assy 31206671 Plastic gun wand assy 31115661 31203670 High pressure hose assembly 31111368 Soap tank 33201671 Nozzle cleaning tool...
- Page 31 TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Rev: 03 (05-10-11) Printed in China on 100% Recycled Paper...
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