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True or False: The fastest and easiest way to control the pressure is to change the distance between the nozzle and the cleaning surface?
True
False

SUBMIT

PRODUCTS
TIP #12
The Turbo Nozzle Advantage
A turbo nozzle rotates a 0° jet stream in a circular pattern at 5,000 to 9,000 RPMs, increasing its effective cleaning power by up to 50%.
TIP #13
When Cleaning Any Surface
Start at a distance and move closer until the desired effect is achieved.
TIP #24
The Water Supply
To connect the water supply to the pressure washer pump, use a standard garden hose between 10 and 50 feet in length.

Product Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance

Prior to Each Use:
  • Check engine oil and fuel levels: Top off both oil and fuel if low, or change oil if needed using a manufacturer-recommended oil. Consult engine’s owner’s manual for instructions.
  • Check inflatable tires: Keep air pressure at value marked on tires or within 15 and 25 PSI.
  • Check water inlet screen: Flush with clear water if dirty or clogged; replace with new screen and rubber washer if damaged.
  • Check in-line screen: Flush with clear water if dirty or clogged; replace with new screen and O-ring if damaged.
  • Inspect high-pressure hose: Replace if leaks, cuts, abrasions, or bulging of cover exists or if couplings are damaged or have movement. New hoses must exceed maximum pressure rating of your pressure washer.
  • Examine cleaning detergent injection tube and filter: Clean if dirty or clogged. Examine tube for leaks or tears and make sure it fits tightly on barbed fitting. Replace tube or siphon/filter if either is damaged.
  • Test spray wand assembly: Replace O-rings if connectors leak (page 100). Clean nozzle orifices if clogged or replace spray wand, adjustable nozzle, or spray tips if original parts are damaged.
  • Rinse out garden hose: Flush debris from hose prior to attaching to pump inlet.
check oil of pressure washer
fill gas tank of pressure washer
check screen of power washer

After Each Use:
  • Flush the cleaning detergent injection system: Run clean water through the system for two minutes before stopping the engine.
  • Shut down the pressure washer: Shut off engine and let cool. Turn off water supply.
  • Relieve the pressure in the system: Press and hold spray-gun trigger until all water remaining in the line is expelled. Disconnect high-pressure and garden hoses from pump, and detach high-pressure hose from spray gun.
  • Empty pump of remaining liquids: Pull the recoil handle six times. A small amount of water will leak from the pump’s water outlet.
 flush pressure washer cleaning detergent
empty power washer pump of remaining liquids