Operating The Pressure Washer - Homelite UT80715 Manual Del Operador

USING THE NOZZLES
See Figure 12.
Each of the nozzles has a different spray pattern. Before
starting any cleaning job, determine the best nozzle for the
job. The following chart offers some general guidelines to
help you choose the best nozzle for your application.
Nozzle
15º Yellow For narrow surfaces
• Removing heavy mildew stains
• Removing marine growth from boats and
marine equipment
• Removing rust from steel and oxidation
from aluminum
• Removing grease or dirt from equipment
• Removing paint from wood, masonry or
metal
Turbo Pencil jet nozzle rotates at high speed to
Nozzle increase intensity and cleaning area of the
spray. Spray pattern will cover an area from 4
to 8 in. wide depending on distance between
wand and surface being cleaned.
• Rust removal
• Non-painted metal or plastic tank cleaning
• Washing concrete
• Removing gum from sidewalks
• Boat cleaning
• Cleaning dirty garage floors
• Removing mud and clay from hard surfaces
like concrete, brick, or stone
Soap For all detergent applications
Nozzle
CAUTION:
NEVER change nozzles without locking the lock-out on
the trigger handle.
 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water sup-
ply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
 Engage the lock-out on the trigger handle by pushing up
on the lock-out until it clicks into the slot.
 Push the nozzle into the quick-connect collar until it clicks
in place and is secured properly.
To disconnect a nozzle from the trigger handle once
the cleaning job is complete:
 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water sup-
ply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
 Engage the lock-out on the trigger handle by pushing up
on the lock-out until it clicks into the slot.
OPERATION
Application
10 — English
 Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then
pulling back the quick-connect collar. Place nozzle in the
nozzle storage area on the machine.
USING THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE
The high pressure hose features an outer covering that pro-
vides strength to the hose. If the outer covering becomes
damaged, the hose must be replaced immediately. Do not
use a high pressure hose if the outer covering is damaged.
To prevent damage to the outer covering:
 Inspect the hose before every use.
 Fully unwrap and straighten hose before use.
 Do not allow the high pressure hose to be kinked.
 Keep hose away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
 Do not pull unit by high pressure hose.
 Do not allow hose to be crushed or wrapped around
objects.

OPERATING THE PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 13.
Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; house-
hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents, flam-
mable material, or industrial grade solutions can damage
the pump. Many detergents may require mixing prior to use.
Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the solution bottle.
To clean:
 Pour detergent in the detergent tank.
 Install the soap nozzle on the spray wand.
 Start the pressure washer and spray the detergent on
a dry surface using long, even, overlapping strokes. To
prevent streaking, do not allow detergent to dry on the
surface.
To rinse:
 Using the 15˚ nozzle, spray away from the rinsing surface
for approximately 10 seconds to allow any remaining
detergent to be flushed from the line.
 Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down,
overlapping the strokes.
USING THE CLEANING DECK
See Figure 13.
 Secure the electrical cord and garden hose using the
hook-and-loop strap.
 Start the pressure washer.
 Walk slowly behind the cleaning deck, cleaning as you
go.
NOTE: If striping or swirling occurs, slow your pace.
If problem continues, see Troubleshooting later in this
manual.