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True or False: Any pressure washer can be used to clean any surface?
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TIP #20
Cleaning Garden Tools
To remove thick and impacted mud from shovels, pitchforks, wheelbarrows, or other non-sensitive metal surfaces, thoroughly spray the tools and let soak for a few minutes, then rinse with a high-pressure, tight-fan spray.
TIP #21
Clear the Area
Before beginning any pressure washer project, clear the area of any obstacles and cover nearby plants and electrical components.
TIP #25
High Pressure Hoses
The high-pressure hose should be no longer than 100 feet - longer hoses can cause a decrease in water pressure and problems with the detergent injection system.

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