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3200 PSI / 2.3 GPM Trigger Start Portable ™ PRESSURE WASHER MODEL NUMBER 76526 12039 Smith Ave. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 Important Safety Instructions USA / 1-877-338-0999 MADE IN CHINA are included in this manual. REV 76526-20140807 www.championpowerequipment.com...
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AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE: Your Champion Power Equipment product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 40°C (104°F). When your product is needed your product may be operated at temperatures ranging from -15°C (5°F) to 50°C (122°F) for short periods.
ENGLISH INTRODUCTION Introduction Accessories Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Champion Power Equipment manufactures and sells Equipment pressure washer. CPE designs and builds accessories designed to help you get the most from pressure washers to strict specifications. With proper your purchase.
Please call our help line at situation which, if not avoided, could result in 1-877-338-0999 death or serious injury. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. REV 76526-20140807...
– DO NOT remove fuel tank cap or fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running (allow engine to cool two minutes before refueling). Always fill the tank slowly. – Never disconnect the high pressure discharge hose from the machine while the system is pressurized. REV 76526-20140807...
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DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling slots. NEVER run the unit dry. DO NOT use the pressure washer if: – Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames Be sure the water supply is completely turned on – Equipment vibrates excessively before operating the unit. REV 76526-20140807...
(12) Gun Holder – Used to hold gun when not Recoil Starter – Used to start the engine. assembled and in use. Quick Drain Oil Draining System– Used to quickly (13) Handle drain engine oil. (14) Fuel Tank – 3.8 gal. (14.4 L) 10 in. Pneumatic Tires REV 76526-20140807...
Ignition Switch – Used to start or stop the Quick Connect Nozzle Storage – Used to store pressure washer. quick connect nozzles when not in use. Trigger Start ™ Switch – Automatic ON/OFF Garden Hose Input – Used to connect water supply technology. to unit. REV 76526-20140807...
If the trigger is released and then pulled before 15 seconds has elapsed, the engine will continue to run. This allows the unit to continue running while the operator stops washing momentarily to move the unit or the object being washed. REV 76526-20140807...
76526 ENGLISH CONTROlS AND fEATURES Parts Included Your 76526 Gasoline Powered Pressure Washer ships with the following parts: Wheel Kit – 10 in. Pneumatic Wheel ....
1. Remove the protective cover from the red (+) lead on the battery. 2. Attach the red (+) lead to the red (+) terminal on the battery with the cap screw and secure with the nut. 3. Repeat steps 1-2 for the black (–) battery lead. REV 76526-20140807...
Bleach is a highly corrosive chemical. If bleach is run through the unit, thoroughly flush clean water through the detergent siphon hose and unit before storing. Failure to do so will void warranty and will result in damage to your pressure washer REV 76526-20140807...
DO NOT OVERFILL. 4. Check engine oil level daily and add as needed. CAUTION The engine is equipped with a low oil shut-off and will stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold level. REV 76526-20140807...
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank. DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the fuel tank. WARNING Pouring fuel too fast through the fuel screen may result in blow back of fuel at the operator while filling. REV 76526-20140807...
If the engine does not start after 2 pulls, relieve pump up to six (6) times, without need of extra pulling of pressure by pulling the trigger on the pressure washer gun. the trigger. REV 76526-20140807...
The narrow high impact spray can damage some surfaces. A wide fan pattern distributes the impact of the water over a larger area resulting in excellent cleaning action with reduced risk of surface damage. Clean large surface areas quickly using a wide fan pattern. REV 76526-20140807...
Point gun/wand in safe direction. (Away from your way upward. On particularly tough stains, use a brush people, animals or electrical outlets) in combination with detergents and high pressure rinsing. c. Depress trigger to depressurize system. REV 76526-20140807...
To alleviate high altitude issues other than the natural 3. Press the Trigger Start switch to the “Off” position. power loss, Champion Power Equipment can provide a 4. Press the engine switch to the “Off” position. high altitude carburetor main jet. The alternative main 5.
4. Saturate in clean engine oil. 5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil. 6. Place the filter in the assembly. 7. Reattach the air filter cover and snap in place. REV 76526-20140807...
(paper clip) to loosen up any particles in Contact our help line at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the the quick connect nozzle and flush with water. nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service dealer for your maintenance needs. Every 8 hours or daily...
1.5 amps. Follow the instructions the engine. This usually takes a few minutes. included with any non Champion smart battery charger. 5. The engine needs to cool completely before cleaning The battery should be fully charged at least once per and storage.
30 cm (12 in.) of garden hose or equivalent. See diagram below. 5. Pour the antifreeze into the funnel, then pull on the engine recoil starter to create suction in the pump housing. Pull the recoil several times until antifreeze comes out of the pump outlet. REV 76526-20140807...
Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the pressure washer. NOTE Weather will affect engine oil and engine performance. Change the type of engine oil used based on weather conditions to suit the engine needs. REV 76526-20140807...
Pressure Washer will not start using Contact Tech Support if the Pressure Recoil/Electric Start Washer continues to build pressure during starting for further technical support: Technical Service Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT) Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999 tech@championpowerequipment.com REV 76526-20140807...
– Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc. Warranty Qualifications – Wear items such as filter elements, o-rings, etc. Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this – Accessory parts such as starting batteries, and warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt from one of CPE’s retail...
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The United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and state of California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission regulations.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
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You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours.