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Instruction ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 23
FRANÇAIS: PAGE 45
manual
5.5 Horsepower
2500 PSI
2.5 GPM
Pressure Washer
PC2525SP
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GENERAL INFORMATION Congratulations! You have purchased a high quality product from America’s leading manufacturer of pressure washers. This pressure wash- er, 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 fr
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and under- stand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read and understand the manual and pay attention to these symbols. indicates an immi- indicates a potential- nently hazardous ly hazardous situa- situation which, if not avoided, will tion which, if not avoided, may result
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HAZARD RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE (continued) WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Improperly stored fuel could lead to ac- Store fuel in an OSHA approved con- cidental ignition. Fuel improperly tainer, in a secure location away from secured could get into the hands of chil- work area. dren or other unqualified persons. Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemi- Do not spray flammable liquids cals, poisons, insecticides, or any kind of flammable solvent with this product could result in seri
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HAZARD RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Unsafe operation of your pressure Become familiar with the operation and washer could lead to serious injury or controls of the pressure washer. death to you or others. Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles. Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alco- hol or drugs. Stay alert at all times. Never defeat the safety features of this product. Do not operate machine with
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HAZARD RISK TO FLUID INJECTION WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Your washer operates at fluid pressures Never place hands in front of nozzle. and velocities high enough to penetrate Direct spray away from self and others. human and animal flesh, which could Make sure hose and fittings are tight- result in amputation or other serious ened and in good condition. Never injury. Leaks caused by loose fittings or hold onto the hose or fittings during op- worn or damaged hoses can result in
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HAZARD RISK OF HOT SURFACES WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT During operation, touch only the control Contact with hot surfaces, such as surfaces of the pressure washer. Keep engines exhaust components, could children away from the pressure washer result in serious burn. at all times. They may not be able to recognize the hazards of this product. HAZARD RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING OR STORING WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Fuel or oil can leak or spill and coul
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BOX CONTENTS English/ Spanish/ French Handle Operator’s Manual Parts Grommet Kit Manual with Quick Engine Connect Nozzles Manual Bagged Handle Engine Frame and Wheel Assembly Knobs Saddle Bolts High Chemical Pressure Hose Hose Engine Oil Nozzle Cleaning Kit Bagged Parts Quick Connect Wand Spray Gun 8- ENG
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ASSEMBLY 1. Place handle assembly onto 3. Attach high pressure hose to gun. frame and connect handle to Tighten securely. frame. 5. Assemble grommet kit and quick-connect nozzles as described in instructions sup- plied. 6. Add engine oil (supplied) to 2. Connect wand to gun. Tighten engine. Refer to engine manual securely. supplied by engine manufacturer for correct procedure. NOTE: There will be a slight amount of oil in the engine from factory test- ing. NOTE: The high pressure pump was fill
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OPERATION Know Your Pressure Washer 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. Quick Spray Connect Gun Wand High Pressure Hose Engine Chemical Hose High Pressure Pump PRESSURE WASHER Chemical Hose: Allows cleaners or cleaning solvents to be mixed with High Pressure Pump: Increases the the pressurized water stre
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GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit TO ADJUST PRESSURE of measure for the flow rate of water The pressure setting is preset at the through the pressure washer. factory to achieve optimum pressure CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied and cleaning. If you need to lower the by PSI. pressure, it can be accomplished by Bypass Mode: In Bypass Mode, the these methods. pump is recirculating water because 1. Back away from the surface to be the trigger of the spray gun is not cleaned. The further away
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The nozzles are housed in receptacles on the panel of the pressure washer han- dle. Colors on the panel identify nozzle location and spray pattern. 40º nozzle - White. This nozzle delivers a 40 degree spray pattern Risk of injection or and a less powerful stream of water. injury to person. Do It covers a wide area of cleaning. not direct discharge stream toward This nozzle should be used for most persons, unprotected skin, eyes, or general cleaning jobs. any pets or animals. Serious injury can
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TO SIPHON TO SHUT DOWN CHEMICALS/CLEANING IMPORTANT: Read and understand how to shut down the pressure SOLVENTS washer before operating. Siphoning chemicals or cleaning sol- 1. If you have siphoned chemicals, vents is a low pressure operation. siphon a bucket of clean water NOTE: Use only soaps and chemi- through the chemical hose. cals designed for pressure washer NOTE: Failure to do so will use. Do not use bleach. cause damage to the pump. 2. Refer to engine manual for cor- 1. Press chemical
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Water Source Never turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to pump will result. DO NOT use hot water, use High cold water only. Pressure Hose DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a NOTE: Water source must provide time. a minimum of 5 gallons per minute 1. Add fresh high quality unleaded at 20 p.s.i. gasoline with a pump octane rat- 6. If you are applying a chemical or ing of 86 or higher. Do not over- cleaning solution, See How To fill.
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MAINTENANCE WHEN PERFORMING MAINTENANCE, YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO HOT SURFACES, WATER PRESSURE, MOV- ING PARTS, OR FIRE RESULTING IN DEATH. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE, LET ENGINE COOL AND RELEASE ALL WATER PRESSURE. THE ENGINE CON- TAINS FLAMMABLE FUEL. DO NOT SMOKE OR WORK NEAR OPEN FLAMES WHILE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of your pressure washer, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed
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PUMP 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. 3. Pull trigger on gun handle to This screen filter should be checked relieve any water pressure. periodically and cleaned if necessary. 4. Disconnect the wand from the 1. Remove filter by grasping end gun. and removing it from water inlet of pump as shown. 5. Remove the high-pressure nozzle from the wand. Remove any 2. Clean filter by flushing it with obstructions with the nozzle water on both sides. cleaning tool provided and back- 3. Install filter i
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STORAGE 4. Connect 12 inch length of hose to ENGINE water inlet of pump. Refer to the engine manual for the 5. Add RV antifreeze or windshield manufacturer’s recommendations for washer fluid to hose as shown. storage. PUMP 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 WHEN FREEZING TEM- PERATURES ARE EXPECTED. NOTE: If storing the unit for more than 30 days RV antifreeze or wind- shield washe
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Engine will not 1. No fuel. 1. Add Fuel. start 2. Squeeze gun trigger to 2. Pressure builds up after two pulls on the recoil relieve pressure. starter or after initial use. 3. Not choked. 3. Choke engine, place engine in the choke posi- tion. 4. Spark plug wire not 4. Attach spark plug wire. attached. 5. Choke lever in the 5. Move choke to the "No "Choke" position on a Choke" position. "hot" engine or an engine that has been exposed to thermal hea
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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION No or low 6. Turn off the engine, then 6. Air in hose. pressure the water source. (initial use) Disconnect the water (continued) source from the pump inlet and turn the water source on to remove all air from the hose. When there is a steady stream of water present, turn water source off. Reconnect water source to pump inlet and turn on water source. Squeeze trigger to remove remaining air. 7. Choke lever in the 7. Move choke to the "No "Choke" position. Choke" positio
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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION No or low 1. Have replaced by AWSC. 1. Worn seal or packing. pressure (after 2. Worn or obstructed 2. Have replaced by AWSC. period of nor- valves. mal use.) 3. Worn unloader piston. 3. Have replaced by AWSC. Water leaking 1. Worn or broken o-ring. 1. Check and replace. at gun/wand connection 2. Loose hose connection. 2. Tighten. Water leaking 1. Loose connections. 1. Tighten. at pump 2. Piston packings worn. 2. Have replaced by AWSC. 3. Worn or broken o-rings. 3. Have r
