Ar blue clean AR 117 User Manual

Model AR 117

Instruction Manual

Customer Help Line

1-866-235-5112

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the instructions

before using this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

AR 117 - 93364 - MQ

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Quick Start Guide

Package content:

1. Power washer unit

2. Manual

3. Nozzle cleaning wire
(may be taped to the manual)

4. Handle

5. Hose Hook

6. Screws

7. Extension Lance

8. 15” Extention Lance

9. Detergent Bottle

10. Quick Connect (Hose Side)

11. Quick Connect Filter (Unit Side)

12. Variable Nozzle

13. Spray Gun

14. Turbo Nozzle

15. High Pressure Hose

16. Spray Gun Trigger Lock

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1. Using two screws, attach
handle as shown.

4. Attach high pressure

hose to spray gun.

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2. Using the remaining two
screws, attach hose hook.

Button In: Safety On

5. Push on left side of spray
gun to lock trigger. Always
make sure that spray gun is
locked when not in use.

3. Attach high pressure hose to power washer.

Button Out: Safety O

6. Push on the right side
of the spray gun to unlock
trigger.

7. Connect lances to spray gun, insert
lance into spray gun, push together
and at the same time twist clockwise
to lock in place. Removing push
together and twist counterclockwise
then pull apart.

8. The adjustable spray nozzle spray pattern shape and

Turn for 0° Nozzle

Turn for Fan Spray

intensity can be changed by twisting the spray adjuster at
the end of the lance. Keep hands clear of the front of the
lance to prevent injury. While the nozzle is facing AWAY
from you (and others) twist counter-clock-wise for a more
concentrated spray ending at a 0º nozzle. Twisting clock­wise will garner a wider fan spray.

9. Fill detergent bottle. Do NOT use thick detergent as it
can clog the power washer.

10. Clear QC filter attaches to
the power washer.

QC - Clear
Adapter

Garden Hose
Adapter (GHA)

13. Clear QC adapter
attaches to power washer,
GHA attaches to garden
hose.

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(GHA)

11. Attach GHA to the
end of the garden hose.

14. Plug machine into a
grounded outlet, push
reset button.

15. Turn on Water

12. Snap the GHA onto
the QC adapter. To remove
pull back on the collar and
pull o.

OFF/0

ON/I

OFF/0

ON/I

16. Switch OFF and ON
positions.

tabL e of conten tS

Quick Start ....................................................... 2

Specications .................................................. 4

Limited Warranty ............................................. 4

Warranty Process ............................................ 4

Introduction ...................................................... 5

Safeguard, Warnings & Safety Tips ................. 5

Package Content ............................................. 7

Unpacking & Assembly .................................... 8

Operating Instructions ................................... 13

How to Clean ................................................. 14

Operating Tips and Maintenance................... 15

Storage .......................................................... 16

Pump Saver ................................................... 17

Replacement Parts ........................................ 18

Troubleshooting and FAQ .............................. 19

SPec ification S

Model Max PSI

(lbs/sq/in)

AR 117 1,400 1.5 122° F 120 12 15

Max GPM

(gal/per/min)

Max Temp Volts Amps Weight (lbs)

Limi ted Warrant y

This product is under warranty to the original retail consumer against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 1 (one) year and is a complete “bumper to bumper” warranty including
the spray gun, the high pressure hose and all accessories from the date of purchase. The
warranty is not transferable or assignable. This warranty covers replacement parts. This limited
one year warranty applies only to products used in consumer applications and is void in rental
or any commercial application. Reasonable care must be used in conformity with operation and
maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual and quick start guide. Failure to follow these

instructions will void this warranty. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also

have other rights which vary from state to state.

Warr anty Pr oceS S

Keep your original receipt of purchase in case of warranty claim.

If your power washer develops a problem, contact Customer Service by one of the two methods:

1. Send an e-mail to [e-mail] with your name, address the model of your power
washer, when and where you purchased it. Describe in the e-mail the problem you are having. A
Customer Service person will contact you to resolve the problem.

2. Call our toll-free number at 1-866-235-5112. Customer Service is available Monday - Friday 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST). The Customer Service person will work with you

to x the problem.

If the power washer needs to be returned for repair, shipping costs to the company must be paid by
the customer. A Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Number will be issued for the return.
Upon receiving the power washer, the company will repair or replace the unit. We will send unit back
to customer at no charge.

Please note: Power washers sent to the company without an RMA Number will NOT be accepted
and shipped back at the expense of the sender.

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introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your BLUE CLEAN POWER WASHER!

Your BLUE CLEAN POWER WASHER is a power tool in every sense of the word that may be used

outside your house and in. It is one of the nest most powerful home-use power washers in the

marketplace today.

Please familiarize yourself with the following assembly, operating and safety information. Read this
manual before using the power washer. Failure to follow these instructions could cause personal
injury, property damage, or both. Save this manual for other users to read prior to using the power
washer.

If you have any questions about or problems with your power washer please call our toll-free number
1- 866-235-5112 and talk with our Customer Service Support Team at AR North America Inc. We are
available to talk with you Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST).
We can help you with questions regarding operation, warranty, replacement or optional parts, or
contact us at [e-mail].

For more information on the BLUE CLEAN POWER WASHERS go to www.arblueclean.com.
Power washers, parts, and accessories can be ordered online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your
convenience.

SafeGuardS, WarninGS and Safety tipS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. WARNING—When using this product basic precautions should always be

followed, including the following:

2. Read all the instructions before using the product.

3. Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly

familiar with the controls.

4. Keep operating area clear of all persons.

5. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and

balance at all times.

6. Follow the maintenance instructions specied in the manual.

7. To avoid personal injury and/or damage to property and to maximize your

power washing experience, carefully follow all of the safety tips,
instructions, warnings and safeguards and become familiar with all of the
controls. Be sure you know how to quickly bleed off the pressure from
all parts of your power washer, and how to turn off the power washer.

8. This power washer conforms to CSA and other safety and consumer

standards. Do not modify or rebuild any part of your power washer.

9. Do not use your power washer when you are under the inuence of alcohol

or drugs. Use this power tool carefully and only when you are alert .

10. Watch your balance and footing while using your power washer.

Surfaces become slippery when wet and are extra slippery when using a
detergent or cleaner.

11. Never operate the power washer in bare feet, sandals, or open-toed shoes.

12. When using the power washer near children make sure they are closely supervised by

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an adult to avoid injury. Never let a
child use the power washer.

13. Keep ngers, hands, feet and

any part of your body clear of the
stream of high pressure water.
The powerful spray can cause
blindness or blast holes in the skin.
It can break a window if you are
too close when you pull the trigger
on the spray gun .

14. Always wear eye protection

to prevent injury to eyes when
operating the power washer.

15. To avoid mishaps or injury, always

use the trigger safety lock when
not using the power washer
even if the spraying stops for
a moment.

16. The power washer is equipped

with a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) which greatly
reduces the chance of electric
shock while the unit is in use. I
Replacement Of The Plug Or
Cord Is Needed, Use Only Identi
cal Replacement Parts.

17. Point the spray gun in a safe direction

when beginning a power washing
session.

18. When rst using the spray gun,

hold the spray gun and lance with
two hands when pulling the trigger until
you get used to the “kick back” from the
spray gun (one hand to pull the trigger
and the other to stabilize the gun
assembly).

19. When you press the power switch to

turn off the power washer, water
pressure may remain in the system. To
discharge the pressure, point the spray
gun in a safe direction and pull
the trigger.

20. Never spray ammable liquids.

21. Never use the power washer in

areas that contain combustible
dust, liquids or vapors.

22. Avoid contact of the pressure hose with
sharp objects and examine the hose
regularly. Replace if damaged. Due
to the high pressure involved, it cannot
be repaired if cut of damaged.

23. Only use detergent specically formu

lated for power washers and Follow
instructions on the detergent’s label.
We have a selection of power wash
er detergents to choose from. Go to
www.arblueclean.com for more info
mation and to order the detergents.
Power washer detergents are also
available at your local hardware store.

24. Protect eyes, lungs, and skin from
exposure to detergent. Dish or laundry
soap is too thick and will clog the noz
zle of your detergent bottle.

25. IMPORTANT: Store the power washer
indoors to prevent the water in the unit
from expanding under freezing condi
tions. When the water freezes and
expands, your power washer will be
damaged and become inoperable. Or,
if storing outdoors, it is recommended
you use Pump Saver. Pump Saver can
be purchased on our website:
www.arblueclean.com. See details in
the Pump Saver section of this manual.

26. Never use hot water with your power
washer. It will overheat and damage
the high pressure pump.

27. Never leave the power washer
unattended while it is powered “on”.

28. Always turn the water supply “on ”
before turning the power washer
power to “on”. Running the pump dry
will cause damage to the internal
components.

29. Never use a water supply to your
power washer that exceeds 150 psi
maximum.

30. Never disconnect the high pressure
hose from the power washer while the
system is pressurized.

31. Never permanently engage the trigger

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