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Instruction
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manual
Electric
1700 PSI
1.7 GPM
Pressure Washer
PCE1700
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GENERAL INFORMATION Congratulations! You have purchased a high quality product from America’s leading manufacturer of pressure washers. This pressure washer, when properly used and maintained, will provide trouble free service. Please read and follow these instructions for proper use and maintenance. All sales of pressure washers are final. Do not return this product to the retailer. Call 1-888-559-8550. If you experience any problems and need assistance, please call us at our toll fre
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using. Follow maintenance instructions specified in this manual. HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Water spray directed at electrical Unplug any electrically operated outlets or switches, or objects con- product before attempting to clean it. RISK OF nected to an electrical circuit, could
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HOW TO PREVENT IT HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN Do not use acids, gasoline, kero- Use of acids, toxic or corrosive sene, or any other flammable chemicals, poisons, insecticides, or RISK OF materials in this product. Use only any kind of flammable solvent with CHEMICAL household detergents, cleaners and this product could result in serious BURN degreasers recommended for use in injury or death. pressure washers. Wear protective clothing to protect eyes and skin from contact with sprayed materials
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The powerful spray from your pressure washer is capable of causing damage to surfaces such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto striping and trim, and delicate objects such as flowers and shrubs. Before spraying, check the item to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong enough to resist damage from the force of the spray. Avoid the use of the concentrated spray stream except for very strong surfaces like concrete and steel. Operating without flow of water will result in equipment damag
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CARTON CONTENTS English/ Spanish/ French Handle Operator’s Manual Parts Grommet Kit Manual with Quick Connect Nozzles Bagged Handle Engine Frame and Wheel Assembly Knobs Saddle Bolts High Chemical Pressure Hose Hose Nozzle Cleaning Kit Bagged Parts Quick Connect Wand Spray Gun 6- ENG D25801
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place handle assembly onto frame and connect handle to frame. 2. Connect wand to gun. Tighten securely. 3. Attach high pressure hose to gun. Tighten securely. 4. Assemble grommet kit and quick-connect nozzles as described in instructions supplied. 7- ENG D25801
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. High Spray Pressure Gun Hose Quick Electric Connect Cord Wand High Pressure Pump Motor BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER High Pressure Pump (located inside the shroud): Increases the pressure of the water supply. Motor: Drives the high pressure p
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PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of measure for the flow rate of water through the pressure washer. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by PSI. Bypass Mode: In Bypass Mode, the pump is recirculating water because the trigger of the spray gun is not pulled. If unit is left in bypass mode for more than two (2) minutes, the water temperature can rise
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HOW TO USE WAND Risk of injection or injury to person and animals. Do not direct discharge stream toward persons, unprotected skin, eyes, or with any pets or animals. Serious injury can occur. DO NOT attempt to change nozzles while pressure washer is running. Turn motor off before changing nozzles. Your pressure washer is equipped with four spray nozzles. Each is color coded and delivers a specific spray pattern for a particular cleaning purpose. The size of the nozzle determines the size of the
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HOW TO SIPHON CHEMICALS AND CLEANING SOLVENTS Siphoning 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 siphon chemicals: Barbed Fitting 1. Press chemical hose onto barbed fitting located near high pressure hose connection of pump as shown. 2. Place other end of chemical hose with filter on it into container holding chemical/cleaning solution. NOTE: The chemical/water ratio is 7:1, for every 7
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STARTING 1. Verify the filter screen is in water inlet of pump. Filter Screen NOTE: Cone side faces out. 2. See How To Use Wand instructions in this section and select the correct quick connect nozzle for the job to be performed 3. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. 4. Plug the unit into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. See the GROUNDING INSTRUCTION paragraph. ATTENTION: Test GFCI plug before each us
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MAINTENANCE When performing maintenance, you may be exposed to hot surfaces, water pressure, or moving parts that can cause serious injury or death! Before performing any maintenance or repair, unplug unit from power source, let motor cool and release all water pressure. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of your pressure washer, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. If the pressure washer is used in unusual conditions, such as high-temperatures or dusty cond
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WAND If the nozzle becomes clogged with foreign materials, such as dirt, excessive pressure may develop. If the nozzle becomes partially clogged or restricted, the pump pressure will pulsate. Clean the nozzle immediately using the nozzle kit supplied and the following instructions: 1. Place the ON/OFF switch in the OFF position and turn off the water supply. 2. Unplug unit from power source 3. Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve any water pressure. 4. Disconnect the wand from the gun. 5. Rem
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STORAGE It is recommended that you follow these steps to protect the internal seals of the pressure washer when STORING THE UNIT FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD and/or WHEN FREEZING TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED. Allowing pump to freeze will void pressure washer warranty. PUMP NOTE: If storing the unit for more than 30 days *RV antifreeze needs to be run through the pump. This helps prevent damage within the pump head. RV anti- freeze is not only added for winterizing, but for proper lubrication regardless o
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Pressure washer not plugged in. Plug in pressure washer. Motor will not “RESET” button on GFCI not Push “RESET” button. start and there pushed. is no humming sound Circuit breaker has tripped or fuse Reset breaker or replace fuse. is blown. Power source Too much load already on circuit. Reduce load on circuit. circuit Try another 15 amp circuit. continues to trip or blow fuses Using an extension cord. Motor hums but DO NOT use extension cords. will
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CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Wand not in low pressure. See How to Use Wand paragraph Will not draw in the Operation Section. chemicals Chemical filter clogged. Clean filter. Chemical screen not in chemical Insure end of chemical hose is fully submerged into chemical. Dilute chemical. Chemical should Chemical too thick. be the same consistency as water. Pressure hose is too long Lengthen water supply hose instead of pressure hose. Chemical build up in chemical Have parts cleaned or replaced injector.
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LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship. Products covered under this warranty include air compressors, air tools, service parts, pressure washers, and generators, which have the following warranty periods: 3 YEARS - Limited warranty on 2-stage oil-free air compressor pumps that operate at 1725 RPM. 2 YEARS - Limited warranty on oil-lubricated air compressor pumps.
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QUICK FACTS CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES. This pump does not require oil. OIL Use only cold water. Don't operate unit with clogged or missing water filter/screen. WATER Don't operate unit without adequate water supply to pump. Adequate water supply is a minimum of 20 psi and 5 gpm. The pressure setting is preset at the factory to achieve optimum cleaning. PRESSURE If you need to lower the pressure setting, refer to
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