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1.
Check for SYSTEM LEAKS. Leaks in the pressure side of the system can cause premature wear (or even
failurek of the pump. The WARNING signal for this kind of leak is "frequent" cycling of the unloader.
("FREQUENT" means more than once every 2 minutes in the "Gun-O " position.k Check the gun and swivel
joints for leaks.
2.
Check the OIL LEVEL at least once a week. Add ONLY the type and grade of oil speci ed for this pump.
(See "Speci cations and Features" sheet.k
3.
CHANGE OIL as recommended.
4.
After you use chemical additives, thoroughly FLUSH the system with clean water.
5.
Never run the washer without water. TURN WATER ON FIRST.
5.
PROTECT FROM FREEZING! When transporting your washer in temperatures below 32°F (0°Ck,
WINTERIZE the pump, hoses and gun.
WINTERIZING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
(This is also good practice if the cleaner is to remain unused for more than 3-4 weeks.k
WITH A FLOAT BOX
1.
Shut o the water supply, and disconnect hose.
2.
You need a short (2'k length of hose with a male garden hose tting on one end.
3.
Connect the short hose to the inlet of the machine.
4.
Put the other end of the water hose into a container of windshield washer or anti-freeze.
5.
Turn on the Cleaner and open gun until liquid comes out of the nozzle "foamy" or "soapy".
6.
Put gun in "OFF" position for 5 seconds to get antifreeze into bypass line. Shut o motor, unit is now
winterized.
CAUTION - If your hose is longer than 35 feet, the oat box may empty before the liquid from the nozzle gets
foamy. If this happens, re ll the oat box with antifreeze and continue.
WITHOUT A FLOAT BOX
1.
Shut o the water supply and disconnect hose.
2.
You need a short (2 feetk length of hose with a male garden hose tting on one end.
3.
Connect the short hose to the inlet of the machine.
4.
Put the other end of the hose into a container of windshield washer or antifreeze.
5.
Turn on Cleaner and open gun until liquid comes out of nozzle "foamy' or "soapy".
6.
Put gun in OFF position for 5 seconds to get antifreeze into bypass line. Shut o motor or engine.
7.
Unit is now winterized.
THINGS TO CHECK REGULARLY
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