Use and Care Manual
WARNING:WARNING:
NOTICE
5. Slide the choke to CHOKE for starting a COLD engine. Slide to RUN for a warm
engine
CHOKE
RUN
STARTING THE ENGINE
Attempting to start the engine incorrectly or using the pressure washer incorrectly can
result in engine and/or pressure washer damage, and may cause serious injury or death.
To avoid these hazards, be sure to read, understand, and follow the steps outlined in the
OPERATING CHECKLIST section of the owner’s manual before starting the engine, and
follow all the guidelines for proper use of the pressure washer.
OPERATING CHECKLIST
Running the pressure washer for more than two minutes without the spray gun trigger
pulled will overheat the pump and possibly cause damage. The thermal relief valve will
open and spray water to help cool the pump as it overheats. To avoid overheating the
pump, shut o the engine if not being used for longer than two minutes.
PUMP DAMAGE
Starting the Engine
1. Complete the steps in the OPERATING CHECKLIST section of this manual before
starting the engine. Failure to do so could cause damage to the pump or engine. If
needed, refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for specic starting instructions.
2. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
3. Slide the fuel valve to the ON position.
4. Slide the throttle to the RUN position (if equipped).
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
The water source should be connected, turned on, any air purged from the system,
and the trigger lock placed in the locked position.
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