WARNING: Read these instructions before using the machine
PETROL DRIVEN POWER WASHER
MODEL NO: TIGER 2600A
PART NO: 7320206
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
LS0820 - ISS 2
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.
ACCESSORIES
The range of accessories listed below are available from your CLARKE dealer.
WARNING: Water at high pressure can be dangerous and can cause
damage if the operator is careless. Never allow anyone to operate this
pressure washer unless they are familiar with 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 washers, we recommend
that you use CLARKE Traffic Film Remover or CLARKE Wash and WAX
(available from your dealer).
15. WAR NI NG High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important for the
safety of the machine. Use only hoses, fittings and couplings recommended
by the manufacturer.
16. WAR NI NG Water that passes through a system separator (also known as a
backflow preventer) is not safe to drink.
17. DO NOT use the pressure washer if there is damage to the inlet/outlet hose or
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.
WAR NI NG : No open flame,
open ignition source and
smoking is prohibited
WAR NI NG : No smoking
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.
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.
Always follow the regulations of your 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.
•Make sure that the water filter is
installed behind the hose
connector on the water inlet
NOTE: Use a good quality fibre-
reinforced water hose with a
standard 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.
BEFORE USE
WARNING: STAND THE PRESSURE WASHER ON LEVEL GROUND WITH THE
ENGINE SWITCHED OFF.
WARNING: TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH ANY HOT PARTS OF THE PRESSURE
WASHER WHEN CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL.
IMPORTANT: The engine is supplied without any oil in it and must be filled to
the correct level before use, see below.
ENGINE OIL
1. Turn the oil filler cap anticlockwise
and remove it from the engine,
wipe the integral dipstick with a
clean cloth.
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. Once the engine has warmed up,
slide the choke lever to the OPEN
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 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.
•The spray varies between
narrow and wide as you turn
the nozzle.
ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE
The machine output is preset at the factory. To lower the contact pressure:
1. Back away from the surface to be cleaned. The further away you are the
less the pressure will be on the surface being cleaned.
2. Reduce the speed of the engine using the throttle. Slow the engine down
and the water pressure will also go down.
3. Adjust the spray to a wider angle.
4. Hold the rear of the nozzle and slide the front of the nozzle forwards to low
pressure and backwards for high pressure. See page 14.
To improve the cleaning performance, you can introduce chemical cleaning
agents (detergents) to the water jet using the detergent pickup hose.
1. Remove the detergent tank cap
2. Fill the tank with a suitable CLARKE
detergent and replace the cap.
•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.
3. Hold the rear of the nozzle on the
high pressure lance and slide the
front of the nozzle forwards to low
pressure.
4. Spray the detergent onto the
vehicle, patio etc.
•Allow the detergent a little time
to work itself into the grime.
CAUTION: IF YOU GET CLEANING FLUID IN YOUR EYES, RINSE THEM
IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF FRESH CLEAN WATER. AND SEEK MEDICAL
ADVICE IF REQUIRED.
•To rinse, slide the front of the nozzle on the lance back towards the
handle and use the pressure washer as normal.
SHUTTING DOWN
1. After each use, if you have
applied chemicals, slide the front
of the nozzle on the lance back
towards the handle and operate
the pressure washer for a short
time to flush the the hoses.
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 securely.
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.