WARNING: Do not use the machine without reading this manual
PETROL DRIVEN POWER WASHER
MODEL NO: TIGER 1800
PART NO: 7320200
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS1115
Page 2
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE petrol driven power washer.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission. This guarantee does not effect your
statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the obligation to
deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE regulations in relation to the
treatment, recycling & recovery and environmentally sound disposal of the
WEEE.
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal
facility
WARNING: WATER AT HIGH PRESSURE CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN
CAUSE DAMAGE IF THE OPERATOR IS CARELESS. DO NOT LET PERSONNEL
OPERATE THIS PRESSURE WASHER UNLESS THEY ARE KNOW THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS.
1. DO NOT point the spray at other people, animals, electrical equipment or the
machine itself.
2. DO NOT hold your finger over the high pressure nozzle.
3. DO NOT let children or untrained personnel use this machine.
4. DO NOT operate the machine with any of the covers removed.
5. DO NOT try to repair this machine. Always refer to your Clarke service department for
all repairs.
6. DO NOT supply any liquid other than water to the water inlet.
7. DO NOT use the detergent pickup facility to introduce flammable liquids/solvents,
e.g. paint thinners, petrol, oil as there is a risk of explosion.
8. ALWAYS release the remaining pressure in the system; turn off the water supply and
operate the trigger before you remove hoses or accessories.
9. ALWAYS keep the machine dry and away from the water spray.
10. ALWAYS use protective clothing and safety glasses. Loose particles and other items
can be propelled at high speed by the water spray.
11. ALWAYS hold the gun securely and expect it to ‘kick’ when you pull the trigger.
12. ALWAYS respect the requirements of the local water company. Pressure washers may
only be connected to the mains water supply if a system separator (also known as a
backflow preventer) is installed in the supply hose.
13. ALWAYS disconnect from the water supply, and make sure that you drain the system
when not in use. Keep in a cool dry location.
14. ONLY use detergents that are suitable for pressure wash ers, we recommend that you
use CLARKE Traffic Film Remover or CLARKE Wash and WAX (available from your
dealer).
15. WARNING High pressure water jets can be dangerous, the jet must not be directed
at a person or anything that they are wearing.
16. WARNING High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important for the safety of
the machine. Use only hoses, fittings and couplings recommended by the
manufacturer.
17. WARNING Water that passes through a system separator (also known as a backflow
preventer) is not safe to drink.
18. DO NOT use the pressure washer if there is damage to the inlet/outlet hose or the
machine.
stream at persons or animals. Keep
clear of nozzle.
WAR NI NG : Never direct spray toward
any electrical device or electrical
outlet.
General Warning, indicates
that failing to follow these
instruction could result in
injury or damage to the
machine.
To reduce the risk of injury,
read the manual before
use.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses
when using this machine.
DANGER: Risk of fire or
explosion. Shut off
engine before adding
fuel. Keep work area free
of combustible materials.
Do not spray flammable
liquids.
DANGER: Risk to
breathing. Engine
exhaust fumes can kill.
For outdoor use only. Work
in a well ventilated area.
WAR NI NG : Risk of injection
or severe injury. Do not
direct discharge stream at
persons or animals. Keep
clear of nozzle. This
machine is to be used
only by qualified operators.
WAR NI NG : Risk of spray
injury. Spray can propel
objects. Always wear ANSI
approved Z87.1 Safety
Glasses.
WAR NI NG : Risk of
chemical burn. Never
spray acids, corrosive or
toxic chemicals. Use only
cleaners formulated for
pressure washers.
WAR NI NG : Risk of
electrocution. Never
direct spray toward any
electrical device or
electrical outlet.
WAR NI NG : Risk of unsafe
operation. Keep
children away from this
equipment. Gun kicks
back. Hold with both hands.
WAR NI NG : Risk of hot
surfaces. Avoid contact
with hot engine exhaust
components. Don't allow
hoses to contact the
engine muffler during or
after use.
Recycle unwanted
materials instead of
disposing of them as waste.
All tools, accessories and
packaging should be
sorted, taken to a recycling
centre and disposed of in a
manner which is compatible
with the environment.
1. Fit the bracket to the frame as
shown using the bolts, nuts and
washers supplied.
2. Slide the bottle holder over the
bracket and place the bottle in
the holder.
CONNECT THE WATER SUPPLY
Always follow the regulations of you local water supplier. The pressure washer
must never be connected to the drinking water supply without using a system
separator (also known as a backflow preventer) available from most
hardware stores.
NOTE: Water that has flowed through a system separator is considered non-
drinkable.
1. Connect a water supply hose (not
supplied) to the water inlet.
NOTE: Use a good quality water hose
with a standard quick fit
coupling.
NOTE: This machine has the ability to
draw its own water, meaning
you can use water not under
pressure such as rainwater
collected in a water butt. See
page 16.
6. Pull the recoil starting handle
lightly until you start to feel
resistance and then pull up
sharply to start the engine.
• You may have to do this more
than once.
WARNING: ONCE THE PRESSURE WASHER ENGINE HAS STARTED, RELEASE
THE STARTING HANDLE SLOWLY TO AVOID INJURY/DAMAGE AS IT
RECOILS.
7. Slide the choke lever to the RUN
position.
• The pressure washer is now
ready for use.
8. Release the trigger lock.
9. Ensuring that you have a firm
footing and that you are also
holding the gun assembly and
spray lance firmly, pull the trigger
on the gun to start water flow.
NOTE: The pressure washer will automatically go into bypass mode.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW THE UNIT TO OPERATE IN BYPASS MODE FOR
MORE THEN TWO MINUTES AT ANY TIME. TURN THE UNIT OFF IF IT IS NOT
GOING TO BE USED FOR A PERIOD LONGER THAN THIS. SEE PAGE 14.
NOTE: If you notice water coming from the drain tube attached to the pump,
please note that this is a safety feature and should be expected, it
cools the pump by releasing some of the hot water within the pump
and replacing it with fresh ‘cool’ water.
2. Rotate the trigger lock to the
locked position.
ADJUSTING THE SPRAY NOZZLE
The nozzle is adjustable to allow you to adjust the water delivery from a narrow
jet of water to a wide spray. To adjust the nozzle, proceed as follows:
1. Hold the shaft of the lance in one
hand.
2. Twist the nozzle with the other
hand.
3. The spray varies between narrow
and wide as you turn the nozzle.
• The narrow jet should be used to clean small areas where a small
spray is required.
• The wide spray should be used for cleaning large areas.
ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE
Hold the rear of the nozzle and slide the front of the nozzle forwards to low
pressure and backwards for high pressure.
Other ways to adjust the pressure include. Changing the distance you are
from the surface being cleaned and adjusting the spray to a wider angle
(lowers the pressure).
To improve the cleaning performance, You can introduce chemical cleaning
agents (detergents) to the water jet using the detergent pickup hose.
1. Place the detergent pickup hose into a container holding the chemical/
cleaning solution.
• Only use detergents recommended for use with pressure washers,
such as CLARKE Traffic Film Remover which is a powerful low
foaming agent for car cleaning, patio cleaning etc., or CLARKE
Wash & Wax, both available from your CLARKE dealer.
2. Hold the rear of the nozzle and slide the front of the nozzle forwards to low
pressure.
3. Spray the detergent onto the vehicle, patio etc.
• Allow the detergent a little time to work itself into the grime.
CAUTION: IF YOUR EYES COME INTO CONTACT WITH ANY CLEANING
FLUIDS, RINSE THEM IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF FRESH CLEAN WATER.
AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IF REQUIRED.
4. To rinse, remove the detergent pickup hose from the container holding
chemical/cleaning solution and use the pressure washer as normal.
SHUTTING DOWN
1. After each use, if you have applied chemicals, place the detergent pickup
hose into a container of clean water and run clean water through the
detergent pickup hose to flush the system thoroughly.
NOTE: Failure to do so could cause damage to the pump.
If the following does not solve your problem, please contact the CLARKE service
department.
PROBLEMCAUSESOLUTION
Engine will not
start (see engine
manual for
further engine
troubleshooting)
Lack of pressure
(initial use)
No fuel.Add fuel.
Low oil.Add oil.
Pressure builds up after
two pulls on the recoil
starter or after initial use.
Spark plug lead not
attached.
Engine switch is in the
OFF position.
Choke lever is set to the
on position when the
engine is already warm.
Fuel valve closed.Open the fuel valve.
Leak in the high pressure
hose fitting.
Nozzle is obstructed.Clear the nozzle.
Water filter screen is
clogged.
Air in the hose.Turn off the engine.
Squeeze the gun trigger to relieve the
pressure.
Attach the spark plug lead.
Set the engine switch to the ON position.
Set the choke lever to the OFF (right)
position.
Tighten the fitting, use sealant tape if
required.
Remove and clean the filter.
Turn off the water supply.
Disconnect the water source from the
pump inlet and turn on the water source
to expel the air from the hose.
When all the air has been removed, turn
off the water supply and reconnect the
hose.
Turn on the water supply and pull the
trigger to expel any air in the gun/lance.