Maintenance; General Maintenance - Homelite UT80709 Manual Del Operador

RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER
 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water
supply. 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.
 Rotate the spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change Over
Nozzle to either the [40º], [25º], or [0º] setting depending
on the job. Refer to the chart in Using the 5-in-1 Change
Over Nozzle to determine which setting is correct for
your application.
 When using these settings, test a small area first to avoid
surface damage.
 Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down,
overlapping the strokes.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut
off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and discon-
nect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious
personal injury or property damage.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
OPERATION
MOVING THE PRESSURE WASHER
See Figure 20.
NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the handle and
never place the unit in any position other than upright on
its wheels.
 Turn the pressure washer off and ensure the fuel valve is
closed.
 Pull the handle up until the handle release knob snaps into
the locking position (if not already up and locked). Ensure
the lock is secured in the frame hole before moving.
 Tilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels
then roll the machine to the desired position.
For long term storage, see Storing the Pressure Washer
in the Maintenance section of this manual.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in con-
tact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an authorized service center.
Before running the engine, perform the following pre-
operation steps:
 Check that all bolts, nuts, etc., are securely tightened.
 Make sure the air filter is clean.
 Check both the engine lubricant level and the fuel tank
level; refill as needed.
 Inspect the work area for hazards.
 If there is excessive noise or vibration, stop the unit
immediately.
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