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PRESSURE WASHER

OPERATION MANUAL

for model PWZC164000

Record All Information and attach sales receipt here for

future reference:

Purchase Date:__________________________

Serial #: ________________________________

Questions? 1-888-895-4549

Learn more about your pressure washer,

get answers to frequently asked questions,

and register on line at

www.powermate.com

IMPORTANT: Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instruc-

tions before operating.

200-2839 // Rev. b6/23/2011 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Guidelines/Deﬁ nitions......................................................2

Consumer Safety Information .....................................................2

Important Safety Instructions .................................................. 2-5

Speciﬁ cations .............................................................................5

Carton Contents .........................................................................5

Assembly Instructions.................................................................6

Operating Instructions .......................................................... 7-10

Maintenance ............................................................................. 11

Storage .....................................................................................11

Repairs .....................................................................................12

Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................12

Warranty ...................................................................................13

Parts List & Exploded View ................................................ 14-17

Français .............................................................................. 18-30

Español............................................................................... 31-43

Summary of content (17 pages)

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PRESSURE WASHER OPERATION MANUAL for model PWZC164000 Record All Information and attach sales receipt here for future reference: Purchase Date:__________________________ Serial #: ________________________________ Questions? 1-888-895-4549 Learn more about your pressure washer, get answers to frequently asked questions, and register on line at www.powermate.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Guidelines/Definitions......................................................2 Storage ....................................
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITONS • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols. DANGER CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided , WILL result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (CONT.) • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS D A N G E R RISK OF EXPLOSION FOR FIRE (CONT.) WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Improperly stored fuel could lead to accidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured could get into the hands of children or other unqualified persons. • Store fuel in an OSHA-approved container, in a secure location away from work area.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (CONT.) • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS D A N G E R RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to serious injury or death to you or others. • Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive compound. • Become familiar with the operation and controls of the pressure washer. • Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets and obstacles.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (CONT.) • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Spray directed at electrical outlets or switches, or objects connected to an electrical circuit, could result in a fatal electric shock. HOW TO PREVENT IT • Unplug any electrically operated product before attempting to clean it. Direct spray away from electric outlets and switches.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS 1. Locate and remove all loose parts from the carton. (Fig. 1) 2. Cut four corners of the carton from top and bottom and lay the panels flat. (Fig. 2) A C D B FIG. 1 F FIG. 2 3. Rotate the handle (A) up away from the pressure washer until it stops, pull out the pin (B) and rotate the handle until it stops. Let go of the pin and move the handle slightly to lock in place. E 4. Roll the unit off the carton and discard carton. 5.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Quick Connect Nozzles stored in this panel Spray Gun BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER High Pressure Pump: Increases the pressure of the water supply. Engine: Drives the high-pressure pump. High Pressure Hose: Carries the pressurized water from the pump to the gun and spray wand.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRESSURE WASHER OPERATING FEATURES PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS The pressure setting is preset at the factory to achieve optimum pressure and cleaning. If you need a lower pressure, it can be accomplished by these methods. 1. Back away from the surface to be cleaned. The further away you are, the less the pressure will be on the surface to be cleaned. 2. Change to the 40° nozzle – this nozzle delivers a less powerful stream of water and a wider spray pattern.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO APPLY CHEMICALS AND CLEANING SOLVENTS Applying chemicals or cleaning solvents is a low pressure operation. NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressure washer use. DO NOT USE BLEACH. To Apply Chemicals: 1. Make sure the chemical hose is pressed onto the barbed fitting (G) located near high-pressure hose (E). (Fig. 7) 2.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS STARTING Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for proper starting procedure. 1. In a well ventilated outdoor area add fresh, high quality, unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine. Refer to Engine Owners Manual for correct procedure. 2. Check engine oil level. See Engine Owners Manual for correct procedure. 3 Check pump oil level.
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MAINTENANCE • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G RISK OF BURN HAZARD. When performing maintenance, you may be exposed to hot surfaces, water pressure or moving parts that can cause serious injury or death. W A R N I N G RISK OF FIRE HAZARD. Always disconnect, spark plug wire, let the engine cool and release all water pressure before performing any maintenance or repair. The engine contains flammable fuel. Do not smoke or work near open flames while performing maintenance.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS Problem Cause Correction Engine will not start (see Engine Manual for further engine troubleshooting) 1. No fuel 2. Pressure builds up after two pulls on the recoil starter or after initial use. 3. Choke lever in the “No Choke” position. 4. Spark plug wire not attached. 5. Engine ON/OFF switch in OFF position. 6. Choke lever in the “Choke” position on a “hot” engine or an engine that has been exposed to thermal heat for a long period of time. 1. Add fuel.
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LIMITED WARRANTY • SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: MAT Industries, LLC (the Company) Warrants to the original retail customer in North America that it will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by the Company or its authorized service representative to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty covers the cost of replacement parts and labor for defects in material or workmanship.
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PARTS LIST & EXPLODED VIEW PRESSURE WASHER PWZC164000 2 4x 2 4x 3 31 1 5 4x 6 4x 7 1 4x 4 8 5x 10 35 2x 27 5 9 2x 11 26 34 2x 28 14 13 2x 7 4x 25 12 2x 24 21 2x 22 2x 23 2x 16 4 NOTES: Torque to 225-275 lb-in. Serrez de 225 À 275 lbs-in. Torsión hasta 25,4-31,1 N•m 4x 11 20 4x 19 18 17 Torque to 175-200 lb-in. Serrez de 175 À 200 lbs-in. Torsión hasta 19,8-22,6 N•m 2x 2x 2x 3 Torque to 25-40 lb-in. Serrez de 25 À 40 lbs-in. Torsión hasta 2,8-4,5 N•m Torque to 20-25 lb-in.
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PARTS LIST & EXPLODED VIEW PRESSURE WASHER PWZC164000 ITEM ART PART # N˚ / P NÚM / P QTY. QTÉ CANT 1 025-0096 2 N/A 3 N/A 4 Washer, flat 5/16 Rondelle Arandela 4 040-0437 1 Pump assy Ensemble du pompe Conjunto de bomba 5 N/A 4 Bolt, 3/8-16 UNC X 1.
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PARTS LIST & EXPLODED VIEW PRESSURE WASHER ITEM # 040-0437 - PUMP ITEM ART 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 PART # N˚ / P NÚM / P QTY. QTÉ CANT 042-0134 062-0072 1 1 8 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 062-0071 056-0095 Copyright © 2011 MAT Industries, LLC DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPCÓN Pump head (includes entire gray area) Plug Screw O-Ring Suct./Del. Valve Seat Suct./Del. Valve Spring Suct./Del.
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PARTS LIST & EXPLODED VIEW PRESSURE WASHER ITEM # 040-0437 - PUMP QTY. QTÉ CANT DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPCÓN 20 3 Packing Head Ring Segment Anillo 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 077-0201 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Packing Back Ring Packing Packing Retainer O-Ring Oil Seal Bolt Washer Ceramic Bushing Washer O-Ring Piston Guides Gudgeon Pin Con.