WINTEROR LONGTERMSTORAGE
Protecting
the
Pump
Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of
time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and
"freeze" pump action.
Initial Storage Procedures
1. Flush detergent bottle (if used) by removing it from the
foam lance and pouring out all remaining solution.
2. Rinse detergent bottle out with fresh clean water and
reinstall onto foam lance.
3. Run the electric pressure washer with wand set to high
pressure spray. Flush for one or two minutes.
4. Press the master ON/OFF switch to the OFF(0) position.
Remove power cord plug from electrical outlet.
5. Turn off water supply. Point gun in a safe direction, press
trigger lock button and squeezetrigger to relieve trapped
pressure. After a few moments, releasetrigger on spray
gun.
6. Disconnect garden hose from the water supply and the
electric pressure washer. Disconnect pressure hose from
the pump and the spray gun.
7. Drain water from hoses and spray gun, then use a cloth
or equivalent to wipe off all exterior surfaces.
8. Ensurethat inlet and outlet hoses are disconnected from
the pump. Then drain water from pump by tipping unit on
its front side (water inlet facing down).
NOTICE Water left in the pump could freeze and damage the
pump.
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral
deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver, Model 6039, to treat
pump. This prevents freeze damageand lubricates plunger
and seals.
NOTICE PumpSaver is available as an optional accessory, it
is not included with the electric pressure washer. Contact the
nearest authorized service center to purchase Pump Saver.
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
•
Failureto do so will permanently damageyour pump
and render your unit inoperable.
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Freezedamage is not covered under warranty.
To use PumpSaver, make sure the electric pressure washer
is turned off and inlet and outlet hoses are disconnected.
Readand follow all instructions and warnings given on the
PumpSaver container.
Final Storage Procedures
1. Coil power cord and store on accessory tray.
2. Wrap high pressure hose on hose reel.
3. Store spray gun and accessories on accessory tray.
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area that is protected from
freezing temperatures.
5. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
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