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Model No. 1417-0 (2,500 PSI High Pressure Washer) Manual No. B5189 Revision 1 (4/3/2001)
2500PSI
Pressure Washer Owner’s Manual
Problems?
Questions?
Before taking your unit
back to the store,
call the pressure washer
helpline at
1-800-270-1408
M-F 8-5 CT
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EQUIPMENT
DESCRIPTION
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a
GENERAC high pressure washer. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible
dependability and performance.
This manual contains information for an high pressure
washer that operates at 2,500 PSI at a flow rate of
3.0 gallons per minute. This high quality residential system
features large 10” wheels, a pump equipped with an
automatic cool down system, a chemical injection system,
quick connect nozzles, safety goggles, a heavy duty 50’
hose, and more.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble your unit, and maintain your high
pressure washer properly.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information
in this manual is both accurate and current. However,
Generac reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise
improve the product and its documentation at any time
without prior notice.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily fix,
call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-270-1408.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your high pressure washer.
• For off-season storage, review “Preparing The Unit For
Storage” on page 13.
SAFETY RULES
CAUTION! When setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs to your high pressure
washer, always disconnect the spark plug wire from
the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
DANGER! Engine exhaust contain DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas. This dangerous gas, if
breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. Operate this
equipment only in the open air where adequate
ventilation is available.
WARNING! Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and
its vapors are EXPLOSIVE. Do Not permit
smoking, open flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity
while handling gasoline. Avoid spilling gasoline on a
hot engine. Allow unit to cool for 2 minutes before
refueling. Comply with all laws regulating storage
and handling of gasoline.
Read this manual carefully and become familiar
with your pressure washer. Know its applications,
its limitations, and any hazards involved.
• Locate this pressure washer in areas away from
combustible materials, combustible fumes or dust.
• The high pressure equipment is designed to be used with
Generac authorized parts ONLY. If you use this
equipment with parts that Do Not comply with
minimum specifications, the user assumes all risks and
liabilities.
• Do Not allow CHILDREN to operate the pressure
washer at any time.
• Always be certain the spray gun, nozzles and accessories
are correctly attached.
• Do Not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that
may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING:
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• Before starting the pressure washer in cold weather,
check all parts of the equipment and be sure ice has not
formed there.
• Never operate units with broken or missing parts, or
without protective housing or covers.
• Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance
that vapors may be inhaled. Read all instructions with
mask so you are certain the mask will provide the
necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors.
• Always wear eye protection when you use this
equipment or when you are in the vicinity where the
equipment is in use.
• The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and
drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery
surfaces.
• Do Not by–pass any safety device on this machine.
• Operate and store this unit on a stable surface.
• Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled
or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting or poisoning.
The harmful elements may cause property damage or
severe injury.
• Do Not spray flammable liquids.
• Never allow any part of the body to come in contact
with the fluid stream. Do Not come in contact with a
fluid stream created by leaks in high pressure hose.
• High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne.
• Do Not operate the pressure washer above the rated
pressure.
• High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass. Do Not point spray gun at glass when in the jet
spray mode.
• Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal
electric shock may result.
• Never use a spray gun which does not have a trigger
lock or trigger guard in place and in working order.
• Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants. The
high pressure stream of water that this equipment
produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues,
leading to serious injury and possible amputation.
• Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand before you start
the unit. Failure to do so could result in an injury from a
whipping spray gun. Do Not leave the spray gun
unattended while the machine is running.
• Do Not secure the spray gun in the (open) position.
• Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun
while the system is pressurized. Disconnecting the hose
while the unit is pressurized is dangerous.
• Never move the machine by pulling on the high pressure
hose. Use the handle provided on the unit.
• High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking,
abuse, etc. Water spraying from a leak is capable of
injecting material into skin. Inspect hose each time
before using it. Check all hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasions
or bulging of cover, or damage or movement of
couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replace hose
immediately. Never repair high pressure hose. Replace it
with another hose that exceeds maximum pressure
rating of your unit.
• Check the fuel system for leaks or signs of deterioration,
such as chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps,
or damaged tank or cap. Correct all defects before
operating the pressure washer.
• Operate engine only at governed speed. Running the
engine at excessive speeds increases the hazard of
personal injury. Do Not tamper with parts which may
increase or decrease the governed speed.
• The muffler and engine heat up during operation and
remain hot immediately after shutting it down. Avoid
contact with a hot muffler or engine as you could be
severely burned.
• The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in good
condition before operating the pressure washer. These
components act as spark arresters if the engine backfires.
In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
NOTE: If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester, it
must be maintained in effective working order. You can
order a spark arrester through your authorized Honda
service dealer.
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High
Pressure
Outlet
Pump equipped with Automatic
Cool Down System
Spray Gun
Quick Connect Nozzle Storage
Water Inlet
Oil Fill Cap
Pressure
Control
Knob
High Pressure Hose
Fuel Tank
View of
Pump
Throttle Lever
Choke Lever
Recoil Starter
(on front of engine)
Air Cleaner
Chemical Injection Tube
KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your high pressure washer.
Compare the illustrations with your high pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the location of the controls. Save this
manual for future reference.
Air Cleaner — Dry type filter element limits the amount
of dirt and dust that gets in the engine.
Automatic Cool Down System — Cycles water out of
pump when temperature reaches 140°-145°F.
Chemical Injection Tube—Used to siphon chemical
from the detergent container to the pump.
Choke Lever — Prepares a cold engine for starting.
Fuel Tank — Fill engine with regular unleaded gasoline
here.
High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water
pump and the other end to spray gun. Store hose on hook
on the rear of the unit
High Pressure Outlet — Connection for high pressure
hose.
Oil Fill Cap —Fill engine with oil here. See engine
owner’s manual for oil requirements.
Pressure Control Knob — Varies the pressure of the
high pressure spray.
Pump — Develops high water pressure.
Quick Connect Nozzle Storage — Place all quick
connect nozzles here for ready access.
Recoil Starter — Used for starting the engine manually.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto
cleaning surface with trigger. Includes safety latch.
Throttle Lever—Sets engine in starting mode for recoil
starter and stops a running engine.
Water Inlet — Connection for garden hose.
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IMPORTANT: Read entire owner’s manual before you
attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.
REMOVE PRESSURE
WASHER FROM
CARTON
• Remove the handle and parts box included with pressure
washer.
• Slice two corners at the end of carton from top to
bottom so the panel can be folded down flat, then
remove all packing material.
• Roll pressure washer out of carton.
Carton Contents
Items in the carton include:
• Main Unit
• High Pressure Hose
• Handle
• Parts Box containing:
- 20oz Oil Bottle
- Goggles
- Nozzle Cleaning Kit
- Bag containing 5 multi–colored nozzles
- O–Ring Maintenance Kit
- Owner’s Manual
- Engine Manual
- Warranty Card
- Engine Warranty
- Emissions Control Warranty
- Spray Gun
- Nozzle Extension with Quick–Connect Fitting
- Parts Bag containing:
4 Carriage Bolts
4 Flange Nuts
If any of the above parts are missing or damaged, call the
pressure washer helpline at 1–800–270–1408.
PREPARING PRESSURE
WASHER FOR USE
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged, call the
pressure washer helpline at 1–800–270–1408.
To prepare your pressure washer for operation you will
need to perform these tasks:
• Fill out and send in your registration card for a valid
warranty.
• Attach the handle to the main unit.
• Add oil to the engine.
• Add fuel to the fuel tank.
• Connect the high pressure hose to the spray gun and the
pump.
• Connect the water supply to the pump.
• Connect nozzle extension to gun.
• Select and install desired nozzle.
Attach Handle to the Pressure
Washer
Use either a 13mm wrench or adjustable wrench to attach
the handle to the pressure washer.
To attach handle to the pressure washer:
• Slowly tip the pressure washer forward and let it gently
rest on the front bumper (Figure 1).
Figure 1 — Attach Handle to Pressure Washer
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• Align the holes on the handle with the holes on the base.
• Insert the carriage bolts provided to hold the handle in
place.
• Secure handle to the pressure washer using the four
provided flange nuts.
• Slowly tip the pressure washer back in place and insert
the multi–colored nozzles in the spaces provided in the
handle.
Add Engine Oil
IMPORTANT: Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil may result in an engine failure.
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Refer to the engine owners manual to add recommended
oil to engine.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner’s manual for recommendations.
NOTE: The pump is pre-lubricated and sealed, requiring
no additional lubrication for the life of the pump.
Add Gasoline
WARNING! Never fill fuel tank indoors. or
when engine is running or hot. Do Not smoke
when filling fuel tank.
WARNING! Never fill fuel tank completely full.
Fill tank to the bottom of the filler neck to provide
space for fuel expansion. Wipe away any fuel spillage
from engine and equipment before starting.
• Use clean fuel and store in approved, clean covered
containers. Use clean fill funnels. Never use “stale”
gasoline left over from last season or gasoline stored for
long periods.
• Clean the area around the fuel fill cap, remove the cap.
• Slowly add regular UNLEADED gasoline to fuel tank.
Use a funnel to prevent spillage (Figure 2).
• Install the fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Connect Hose and Water Supply to
Pump
IMPORTANT: You must assemble the nozzle extension
and attach all hoses before you start the engine. Starting
engine without all hoses connected and water supplied will
damage the pump.
• Uncoil high pressure hose and attach quick connect end
of hose to the base of the spray gun (Figure 3). Pull
down on the collar of the quick connect, slide onto the
gun and let go of collar. Tug on hose to be sure of a
tight connection.
Maximum Fuel Level
Figure 2 — Add Gasoline to Fuel Tank.
Connect high
pressure hose
here.
Figure 3 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
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