Operation - PowerStroke PS171433 Manual Del Operador

WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you care-
less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
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:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or
any electrical device. Failure to heed this warning could
result in serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool around the house for cleaning most
small to large horizontal or vertical exterior surfaces, smaller
exterior objects and structures, and outdoor equipment and
tools.* You can:
 Clean or remove mold and mildew from weathered decks,
driveways, patios, walkways, sidewalks, etc.
 Remove dirt from various exterior vertical surfaces such
as house exteriors, siding, fences, brick, concrete or stone
walls, etc.
 Wash boats, outdoor furniture, powered or non-powered
garden equipment, gutters, window screens, grills, play-
ground equipment, etc.
*Always test in an inconspicuous area first.
ADDING DETERGENT TO THE PRESSURE
WASHER
See Figure 8.
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.
Always test in an inconspicuous area before beginning.
 Disconnect pressure washer from power supply.
 Place pressure washer upright on a flat surface.
 Remove cap from detergent tank.

OPERATION

 Pour detergent into tank.
NOTE: Use a funnel, if needed, to prevent accidental
spilling of the detergent outside the tank. If any detergent
is spilled during the filling process, make sure the unit is
cleaned and dried before proceeding.
 Reinstall cap.
PUMP LUBRICANT
The pressure washer pump has been filled with sufficient
lubricant at the factory and is maintenance free. You do not
need to check or add lubricant to the pump before initial use.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE
WASHER
See Figure 9.
NOTICE:
Do not run the pressure washer pump without water sup-
ply connected and turned on, as this may damage the
high pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely
unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the
hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other
objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the
pressure washer.
 Connect the garden hose.
 Turn the garden hose on then squeeze the trigger to
relieve air pressure. Once a steady stream of water ap-
pears, release the trigger.
NOTE: Make sure the faucet is turned on fully and that
there are no kinks or leaks in the hose.
 After ensuring the On/Off switch is in the OFF ( O ) posi-
tion, connect the pressure washer to the power supply.
NOTE: If using an extension cord, make sure to arrange
a drip loop as described on page 3.
 Press the reset button on the pressure washer's plug to
make sure the unit is ready for operation.
 Press ON ( I ) on the switch to start the motor.
 To stop the motor, release the trigger and press OFF
( O ) on the switch.
NOTE: The pressure washer may be on and the sytem
may have pressure even when the pump and/or motor
cannot be heard running. Always use caution around the
pressure washer.
WARNING:
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet of clear-
ance on all sides of this product, including overhead.
Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of "cool down" time
before storage. Heat created by muffler and exhaust
gases could be hot enough to cause serious burns and/
or ignite combustible objects.
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