Homelite UT80432 User Manual

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

3100 PSI PRESSURE WASHER

NETTOYEUR HAUTE PRESSION

DE 3 100 PSI

LAVADORA A PRESIÓN

DE 3 100 PSI

UT80432

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Your pressure washer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using

this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Ce nettoyeur haute pression a été conçu et fabriqué conformément
aux strictes normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité
d’utilisation. Correctement entretenu, il vous donnera des années
de fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.

AVERTISSEMENT :

blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre
le manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser ce produit.

Pour réduire les risques de

Su lavadora de presión ha sido diseñada y fabricada
de conformidad con las estrictas normas para brindar
fiabilidad, facilidad de uso y seguridad para el operador. Con el
debido cuidado, le brindará muchos años de sólido y eficiente
funcionamiento.

ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el

usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes
de usar este producto.

Merci de votre achat.

CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR

FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE

Le agradecemos su compra.

GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA

FUTURAS CONSULTAS

See this fold-out section for all the figures referenced in the operator’s manual.

Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner toutes les figures mentionnées dans le manuel d’utilisation.
Vea esta sección de la página desplegable para todas las figuras mencionó en el manual del operador.

Fig. 1

F

I

G

E

D

H

O

N

L

P

M

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J

B

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C

K

A

A - 5-in-1 Change Over Nozzle (buse à permutation 5 en 1 , boquilla

intercambiable 5 en 1)

B - Injection hose with filter (flexible d’injection avec filtre, manguera de

inyección con filtre)
C - Detergent tank (réservoir de détergent, tanque de detergente)
D - Spray wand (lance de pulvérisation, tubo rociador)
E - Hose storage (rangement de tuyau, almacenamiento de la manguera)
F - High pressure hose (tuyau haute pression, manguera de alta presión)
G - Handle (poignée, mango)
H - Trigger handle (poignée à gâchette, mango del gatillo)

Fig. 1a

A - Phillips screwdriver (tournevis phillips, destornillador phillips)

A

I - Trigger with lock out (gâchette avec verrou, gatillo con seguro)
J - On/off switch (commutateur marche / arrêt, interruptor de encendido/

apagado)
K - Fuel valve (robinet de carburant, válvula de combustible)
L - Fuel tank (réservoir de carburant, tanque del combustible)
M - Choke lever (levier de volet de départ, palanca del anegador)
N - Fuel cap (bouchon du réservoir, tapa del tanque de combustible)
O - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur avec corde, mango del

arrancador con cuerda)
P - Muffler (silencieux, silenciador)

B

B - Combination wrench (clé mixte, llave de combinación)

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Fig. 2

Fig. 5

Fig. 8

B

A

A - Handle release knob (bouton de dégagement

de la poignée, perilla de liberación del
mango)

B - Handle (poignée, mango)

Fig. 3

C

D

A

B

F

D

A

B

C

A - Trigger handle (poignée à gâchette, mango

del gatillo)
B - Connector (connecteur, conector)
C - Spray wand (lance de pulvérisation, tubo

rociador)

Fig. 6

A

B

C

B

C

A

A - Water intake (prise d’eau, entrada de agua)
B - Screen (tamis, cedazo)
C - Garden hose (tuyau d’arrosage, manguera de

jardín)

Fig. 9

B

A

E

A - Screw (vis, tornillo)
B - Hose storage (rangement de tuyau,

almacenamiento de la manguera)
C - Handle (poignée, mango)
D - Hex nut (écrou hexagonal, tuerca hexagonal)
E - Trigger handle holder (support de la poignée

à gâchette, almacenamiento de mango del

gatillo)
F - Washer (rondelle, arandela)

Fig. 4

B

A

A - Hex nut (écrou hexagonal, tuerca hexagonal)
B - Spray wand holder (support de la lance

d’arrosage, soporte del tubo rociador)

C - Screw (vis, tornillo)

C

A - Collar (collier, casquillo)
B - Inlet coupler (raccord d’entrée, acoplador de

entrada)

C - High pressure hose (tuyau haute pression,

manguera de alta presión)

Fig. 7

A

B

A - High pressure hose (tuyau haute pression,

manguera de alta presión)

B - Collar (collier, collarín)

A - Injection hose fitting (raccord du flexible

d’injection, adaptador de la manguera de
inyección)

B - Injection hose (flexible d’injection, manguera

de inyección)

Fig. 10

A

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C

B

A - Injection hose (flexible d’injection, manguera

de inyección)
B - Filter (filtre, filtro)
C - Detergent tank cap (bouchon du réservoir de

détergent, tapa del depósito de detergente)

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Fig. 11

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Fig. 14

A

B

Fig. 16

A

A - Oil cap/dipstick (bouchon / jauge d’huile,

tapa del aceite con varilla de nivel)

B - Funnel (entonnoir, embudo)

Fig. 12

A

B

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A - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur

avec corde, mango del arrancador con
cuerda)

Fig. 15

A

B

C

A - Slot (encoche, ranura)
B - Lock out (verrouillage, seguro)
C - Trigger (gâchette, gatillo)

A

B

C

D

A - 5-in-1 Change Over Nozzle (buse à

permutation 5 en 1 , boquilla intercambiable

5 en 1)
B - “Click” (“clic”, “clic”)
C - Quick-connect collar (collier à ressort,

casquillo de conexión rápida)
D - Spray wand (lance de pulvérisation, tubo

rociador)

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A - Funnel (entonnoir, embudo)
B - Fuel cap (bouchon de carburant, tapa del

tanque de combustible)

Fig. 13

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A

B

C

Fig. 17

B

A

A - 5-in-1 Change Over Nozzle (buse à permutation 5 en 1 , boquilla intercambiable 5 en 1)
B - Spray selector (sélecteur de jets , selector de rociado )

Fig. 18

A - On/off switch (commutateur marche / arrêt,

interruptor de encendido/apagado)

B - Choke lever (levier de volet de départ,

palanca del anegador)

C - Fuel valve (robinet de carburant, válvula de

combustible)

A - Long range detergent [ ] (détergent à longue portée [ ], detergente de gran alcance [ ])
B - Short range detergent [ ] (détergent à courte portée [ ], detergente corto alcance [ ])

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Fig. 19

Fig. 21

Fig. 24

A

C

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B

A

A - Detergent container (réservoir de détergent,

recipiente del detergente)

B - Injection hose fitting (raccord du flexible

d’injection, adaptador de la manguera de
inyección)

C - 5-in-1 Change Over Nozzle (buse à

permutation 5 en 1 , boquilla intercambiable
5 en 1)

Fig. 20

TO MOVE THE PRESSURE WASHER

POUR DÉPLACER L’ÉQUIPEMENT

PARA MOVER LA MÁQUINA

B

A - Paper clip (pièces de papier, clips de papel)
B - 5-in-1 Change Over Nozzle (buse à

permutation 5 en 1 , boquilla intercambiable
5 en 1)

Fig. 22

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A

C

A - Oil cap / dipstick (bouchon/jauge d’huile,

tapa del aceite con varilla de nivel)

B - Oil fill hole (orifice de remplissage d’huile,

agujero de llenado de aceite)

C - Container (récipient, recipiente)

B

Fig. 25

TO STORE THE MACHINE

POUR REMISER L’ÉQUIPEMENT

PARA GUARDAR LA MÁQUINA

A

C

A - Air filter cover (couvercle du filtre à air,

tapa del filtro de aire)
B - Air filter (filtre à air, filtro de aire)
C - Tabs (ergots, orejetas)

B

Fig. 23

A

A - .028 in. - .032 in. (0.7 mm - 0.8 mm)

[.028 po. - .032 po. (0.7 mm - 0.8 mm),
.028 pulg. - .032 pulg. (0.7 mm - 0.8 mm)]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO

 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2

Introduction / Introducción

 Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Instructions importantes concernant la sécurité / Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

 Specific Safety Rules ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

Règles de sécurité particulières / Reglas de seguridad específicas

Symbols .........................................................................................................................................................................5-6

Symboles / Símbolos

 Features ............................................................................................................................................................................7

Caractéristiques / Características

 Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................................7-9

Assemblage / Armado

 Operation .....................................................................................................................................................................9-12

Utilisation / Funcionamiento

 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................13-15

Entretien / Mantenimiento

 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

Dépannage / Solución de problemas

 Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................17

Garantie / Garantía

 Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page

Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ..................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN

This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

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Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la
conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à
utiliser et à entretenir.

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Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto
se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow

all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause
death or serious personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

 Know your tool. Read the operator’s manual carefully.

Learn the machine’s applications and limitations as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.

Keep guards in place and in working order. Never oper-

ate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure
all guards are operating properly before each use.

 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of

checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.

 To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors

away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept
a safe distance from work area.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small children, and pets.

Do not operate the engine in a confined space where

dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and extremely
dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness or death.

 Use right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a

job it was not designed for. Don’t use it for a purpose not
intended.

 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,

neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you
into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear
are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.

Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when

wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear

protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
 Always wear eye protection with side shields marked

to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will re­duce the risk of serious personal injury.

 Don’t overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep

proper footing and balance at all times.

 Use only recommended accessories. The use of

improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

 Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this

manual.

 Check damaged parts. Before further use of the

guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.

 Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off.

Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or grease to

reduce the chance of a fire hazard.

 Keep the exhaust pipe free of foreign objects.
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for safe

loading, unloading, transport, and storage of
machine.

 Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop

the product and bleed pressure quickly.

 Keep tool dry, clean, and free from lubricant and

grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use

brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any
solvents to clean tool.

 Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are

doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.

Do not operate the product while under the influence

of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

Check the work area before each use. Remove all

objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string
which can be thrown or become entangled in the
machine.

Do not use tool if switch does not turn it off. Have

defective switches replaced by an authorized service
center.

Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the

engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

 Avoid dangerous environment. Don’t use in damp or

wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well
lit.

 Never use in an explosive atmosphere. Normal

sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

Do not operature while smoking or near an open

flame.

Do not operate around dry brush, twigs, cloth rags, or

other flammable materials.

 WARNING: Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct

discharge stream at persons.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

 Never direct a water stream toward people or pets,

or any electrical device.

Before starting any cleaning operation, close doors

and windows. Clear the area to be cleaned of debris,
toys, outdoor furniture, or other objects that could create
a hazard.

Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is

running.

 Never start the machine if ice has formed in any part

of the equipment.

 Do not use acids, alkalines, solvents, flammable

material, bleaches, or industrial grade solutions

in this product. These products can cause physical
injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the
machine.

 Always operate the machine on a level surface. If the

engine is on an incline, it could seize due to improper
lubrication (even at the maximum lubricant level).

 WARNING: High pressure jets can be dangerous

if subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed at

persons, animals, electrical devices, or the machine
itself.

Hold the handle and wand securely with both hands.

Expect the trigger handle to move when the trigger is
pulled due to reaction forces. Failure to do so could cause
loss of control and injury to yourself and others.

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine (motor) is running (except where specifically

recommended by the manufacturer).

 Protective covers must always cover rotating parts

when the engine is running.

Keep cooling air intake (recoil starter area) and muffler

side of the engine at least 3 feet away from buildings,
obstructions, and other combustible objects.

Keep the engine away from flammables and other

hazardous materials.

Keep away from hot parts. The muffler and other engine

parts become very hot; use caution.

Do not touch the spark plug and ignition cable when

starting and operating the engine.

 Check fuel hoses and joints for looseness and fuel

leakage before each use.

 Check bolts and nuts for looseness before each use.

A loose bolt or nut may cause serious engine problems.

Always refuel outdoors. Never refuel indoors or in a

poorly ventilated area.

Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank

inside a building where ignition sources are present,

such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers,
and the like.

If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel

with care. It is highly flammable.

Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the

cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running
or when the engine is hot.

Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep

fuel from escaping around the cap.

Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from

refueling site before starting engine.

If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but

move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.

Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any

circumstances.

Before storing, allow the engine to cool.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away

from spark and/or flame-producing equipment.

Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this

purpose.

Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving

before transporting in a vehicle.

When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.

ONLY use cold water.
Make sure minimum clearance of 3 feet is maintained

from combustible materials.

Never spray close to the surface to be cleaned as you

can damage the surface.

After stopping the engine, always pull the trigger on

the trigger handle to relieve stored pressure in the
high pressure hose. Failure to do so could result in seri-

ous personal injury.

For outdoor use only.
Ensure the high pressure hose is properly connected

before using the product.

Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
tool, loan them these instructions also.

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SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

WARNING:

CAUTION:

CAUTION:

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe
operation of this product.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator’s Manual

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Hot Surface

Risk of Injections

Risk of Explosion

Risk of Fire

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any
hot surface.

To reduce the risk of injection or injury, never direct a water
stream towards people or pets or place any body part in the
stream. Leaking hoses and fittings are also capable of causing
injection injury. Do not hold hoses or fittings.

Fuel and its vapors are explosive and can cause severe burns
or death.

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire
can cause severe burns or death.

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SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe
operation of this product.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

Gas products emit carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,

Toxic Fumes

poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,
fainting, or death.

Kickback

Electric Shock

Chemical Burns

To reduce the risk of injury from kickback, hold the spray wand
securely with both hands when the machine is on.

Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices
can result in electric shock.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, DO NOT USE ACIDS,
ALKALINES, BLEACHES, SOLVENTS, FLAMMABLE MATERIAL,
OR INDUSTRIAL GRADE SOLUTIONS in this product.

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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Fuel Tank Capacity ..................................................................................................................................................... 0.96 gal

Oil Capacity ................................................................................................................................................................ 20.3 oz.

Maximum Pounds Per Square Inch Pressure* .........................................................................................................3,100 psi

Maximum Gallons Per Minute* ...................................................................................................................................2.5 gpm

Maximum Inlet Water Temperature ................................................................................................................................104˚F

*Max. rating determined by PWMA Standard 101

KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.

5-IN-1 CHANGE OVER NOZZLE

The 5-in-1 Change Over Nozzle makes it easy to change
spray patterns.

FUEL TANK

This fuel tank has a maximum capacity of 0.96 gal. Use
unleaded automotive gasoline in the engine.

HONDA GCV190 ENGINE

This Honda engine enables the pressure washer to achieve
3,100 psi (pounds per square inch) at a rate of 2.5 gpm
(gallons per minute). Please read the engine manual included
with this product.

HOSE STORAGE

Once the high pressure hose is rolled, hang it on the back
of the machine using the stretch strap to secure in place.

ON/OFF SWITCH

The on/off switch is used in combination with the starter
grip and rope to start the engine. It is also used to turn the
engine off.

STARTER GRIP AND ROPE

The starter grip and rope is pulled to start the machine.

SPARK ARRESTOR

This engine is not factory equipped with a spark arrestor.
In some areas it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark
arrestor. A spark arrestor is available by calling customer
service for assistance.

THERMAL RELEASE VALVE

This pump feature will prevent water temperatures from
reaching harmful levels by releasing a small amount of
water. Once the water has drained, the thermal relief valve
will reset itself.

TRIGGER HANDLE

The trigger handle has a gripping surface that provides added
control of the spray wand and helps reduce fatigue.

TRIGGER WITH LOCK OUT

Pulling the trigger releases a stream of water for high
pressure cleaning. The lock out provides protection against
unauthorized use.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.
 Carefully remove the product and any accessories from

the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.

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NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with

your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.

 Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or

damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-800-242-4672 for assistance.

ASSEMBLY

PACKING LIST

Pressure Washer
25 ft. High Pressure Hose
Trigger Handle Holder
Spray Wand Holder
Phillips Screw [1/4-20 x 2.27 in.] (2)
Phillips Screw (1/4-20 x 1.85 in.)
Nuts (3)
Trigger Handle
Spray Wand
5-in-1 Change Over Nozzle
Injection Hose plus Filter
Washer
4-Cycle Engine Lubricant (SAE 30 or SAE 10W30)
High Pressure Hose Storage
Operator’s Manual

TOOLS NEEDED

See Figure 1a.

The following tools (not included or drawn to scale) are
needed for assembly:
7/16 in. combination wrench
Phillips screwdriver

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces­sories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug
wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.

RAISING AND LOWERING THE HANDLE

See Figure 2.

 To raise the handle: pull the handle up until the handle

release knob snaps through the locking hole to secure
the handle in place.

 To lower the handle: pull the handle release knob out

then lower the handle to the position shown in figure 2.

INSTALLING TRIGGER HANDLE HOLDER,
SPRAY WAND HOLDER AND HOSE STORAGE

See Figure 3 - 4.

 Raise handle as described in the Raising and Lowering

Handle section.

 Place hose storage onto the handle as shown.
 Align the holes in the hose storage with the holes in the

handle.

 Insert long screw (1/4-20 x 2.27 in.) through the holes in

the left side of the handle and hose storage.

 Place nut onto long screw and tighten.
 Place the trigger handle holder onto the handle as shown.
 Align the holes in the trigger handle holder with the holes

in the hose storage and the handle.

 Insert second long screw through the holes in handle,

hose storage, and trigger handle holder.

 Slide washer onto screw. Then, place nut onto screw and

tighten.

 Place spray wand holder onto pressure washer frame.
 Align the holes in the spray wand holder with the holes

in the pressure washer frame.

 Insert short screw (1/4-20 x 1.85 in.) through the holes in

the spray wand holder and the pressure washer frame.

 Place nut onto screw and tighten.

ASSEMBLING THE TRIGGER HANDLE

See Figure 5.

 Place the threaded end of the spray wand in the connector

on the end of the trigger handle.

 Turn the connector clockwise until it stops. This secures

the spray wand in place.

CONNECTING HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO
TRIGGER HANDLE

See Figure 6.

 Screw the collar on the high pressure hose into the trigger

handle inlet coupler by turning the hose collar clockwise.

 Pull on the hose to be certain it is properly secured.

CONNECTING THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO
THE PUMP

See Figure 7.

After the high pressure hose has been uncoiled and attached
to the spray wand:

 Align the collar on the threaded nipple on the pump.
 Insert the nozzle on the end of the high pressure hose

collar into the threaded nipple.

 Turn the collar clockwise to tighten the hose securely to

the pump.

 Pull on the hose to be certain it is properly secured.

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ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

Do not run the pressure washer pump without water sup­ply connected and turned on, as this may damage the
high pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely
unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the
hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other
objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the
pressure washer.

CONNECTING THE GARDEN HOSE TO THE
PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 8.

CAUTION:

Always observe all local regulations when connnecting
hoses to the water main. Some areas have restrictions
against connecting directly to public drinking water sup­ply to prevent the feedback of chemicals into the drinking
water supply. Direct connection through a receiver tank
or backflow preventer is usually permitted.

The water supply must come from a water main. NEVER use
hot water or water from pools, lakes, etc. Before connecting
the garden hose to the pressure washer:

 Run water through the hose for 30 seconds to clean any

debris from the hose.

 Inspect the screen in the water intake.
 If the screen is damaged, do not use the machine until

the screen has been replaced.

 If the screen is dirty, clean it before connecting the garden

hose to the machine.

To connect the garden hose to the machine:

 Uncoil the garden hose.
NOTE: There must be a minimum of 10 feet of

unrestricted hose between the pressure washer intake and
the hose faucet or shut off valve (such as a “Y” shut off
connector).

 With the hose faucet turned completely off, attach the

end of the garden hose to the water intake. Tighten by
hand.

ATTACHING INJECTION HOSE

See Figures 9 - 10.

Before detergent can be used with this machine, the injection
hose must be attached.

 Push the open end of the clear injection hose securely

over the fitting on the back of the unit.

NOTE: Keep injection hose away from hot surfaces.

 Open the cap on the detergent tank.
 From the top of the cap, slide the injection hose through

the hole in the cap.

 Push the injection hose filter onto the end of the injec-

tion hose and pull enough hose through the cap so the
injection hose filter will rest at the bottom of the detergent
tank.

 Close the cap on the detergent tank.

OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.

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WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom­mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or
any electrical device. Failure to heed this warning could
result in serious injury.

OPERATION

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Removing dirt and mold from decks, cement patios, and

house siding

Cleaning cars, boats, motorcycles, outdoor furniture, and

grills

ADDING LUBRICANT TO THE ENGINE

See Figure 11.

NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately
2 oz. of lubricant in the engine from testing. You must add

lubricant to the engine before starting it the first time.

CAUTION:

Any attempt to start the engine without adding lubricant
will result in engine failure.

 Place pressure washer on a flat, level surface.
 Unscrew the oil cap / dipstick by turning counter-

clockwise.

 Using 4-stroke engine lubricant (SAE 30 or SAE 10W30),

add engine lubricant until the fluid level rises to the up­per portion of the hatched area on the dipstick (18 oz.,
4-cycle engine lubricant provided). Do not overfill.

 Replace the oil cap / dipstick and securely tighten.

NOTE: This engine has a total lubricant capacity of 20.3 oz.

OXYGENATED FUELS

DO NOT USE E85 FUEL. IT WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems re-

sulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more
than the percentages of oxygenates stated below are not

covered under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume

(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E85 is not.

ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK

See Figure 12.

WARNING:

Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and
explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and prop­erty damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep away from
ignition sources, handle outdoors only, do not smoke
while adding fuel, and wipe up spills immediately.

When adding gas to the pressure washer, make sure the unit
is sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the
pressure washer cool before adding gas. ALWAYS fill the
fuel tank outdoors with the machine turned off.

NOTE: Use unleaded gas only. DO NOT mix lubricant with gas.
 Before removing the fuel cap, clean the area around it.

Remove the fuel cap.

 Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank then slowly

pour gasoline into the tank. Fill tank to approximately
1-1/2 in. below the top of the tank neck (this allows for
fuel expansion).

 Replace fuel cap and tighten until the cap “clicks”.
 Clean up any spills before starting the engine.

WARNING:

Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to
a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least
30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not
smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks!
Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious
personal injury.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE
WASHER

See Figures 13 - 14.

CAUTION:

Do not run the pressure washer pump without water sup­ply connected and turned on, as this may damage the
high pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely
unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the
hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other
objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the
pressure washer.

Before starting the engine:

Connect all hoses.
Check all fluids (lubricant and gas).
Turn on the garden hose then squeeze the trigger to

relieve air pressure; hold the trigger until a steady stream
of water appears.

To start the engine:

Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
Put the on/off switch in the ON position.
 Pull choke out to the START position.
Grasp the starter grip and rope and pull slowly until resis-

tance is felt. Give the starter grip and rope a short, brisk
pull to start the engine.

NOTE: Do not allow the starter grip and rope to snap

back after starting; return it gently to its original place.

CAUTION:

If the engine does not start after each pull of the starter
grip and rope, squeeze the trigger to relieve water pres­sure before attempting to start the engine again.

Let engine run for several seconds, then push choke in

to the RUN position.

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OPERATION

To stop the engine:

Put the on/off switch in the OFF position.
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
Shut off the water supply and pull trigger to release

water pressure.

WARNING:

Hold the handle and wand securely with both hands. Ex­pect the trigger handle to move when the trigger is pulled
due to reaction forces. Failure to do so could cause loss
of control and injury to yourself and others.

USING THE SPRAY WAND TRIGGER

See Figure 15.

 Pull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressure

washer.

 Release the trigger to stop the flow of water through the

nozzle.

To engage the lock out:

 Push up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

To disengage the lock out:

 Push the lock out down and into its original position.
For the most effective cleaning, the spray nozzle should be

between 8 in. and 24 in. from the surface to be cleaned. If
the spray is too close it can damage the cleaning surface.

INSTALLING/REMOVING NOZZLES

See Figure 16.

WARNING:

NEVER change nozzles without locking the lock out on
the trigger handle and NEVER point the wand at your
face or at others. The quick-connect feature contains
small springs that could eject the nozzle with some force.
Failure to heed this may cause personal injury.

Using the quick-connect collar, changing nozzles is easy.

To connect a nozzle to the trigger handle:

 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water

supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up

on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

 Push the nozzle into the quick-connect collar until it clicks

in place and is secured properly.

To disconnect a nozzle from the trigger handle once the
cleaning job is complete:

Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water

supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up

on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

 Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then

pulling back the quick-connect collar.

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USING THE 5-IN-1 CHANGE OVER NOZZLE

See Figure 17 .

There are five spray pattern settings located on the 5-in-1
Change Over Nozzle. To select a spray pattern, rotate the
spray selector to the desired setting.

Nozzle Application

Spot cleaning of high, hard-to-reach areas

• Removingcaked-onmudfromheavycon-

0º

25º

40º

Short

Range

Detergent

Long

Range

Detergent

struction, farm, or lawn equipment

• Cleaningtar,glue,orstubbornstainsfrom

concrete

• Cleaningoverheadareas

• Removing rust from steel and oxidation

from aluminum

For general purpose or large surfaces

• Generalcleaningofdirt,mud,andgrime

• Cleaningroofs,gutters,anddownspouts

• Removinglightmildewstains

• Removingalgaeandbacteriabuild-upfrom

pools

• Rinsingsurfacesinpreparationforpainting

For wide-angle rinsing

• Lightcleaningandwashing

• Washingandrinsing of painted surfaces

and boats

• Cleaning roofs, windows, patios, and

driveways

For long range detergent applications

• Driveways, walkways, decksand patios,

vehicles, fences, paint prep, patio furniture,
and lawn equipment

For short range detergent applications

• Secondstorywashing

USING THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE

The high pressure hose features an outer covering that pro­vides strength to the hose. If the outer covering becomes
damaged, the hose must be replaced immediately. Do not

use a high pressure hose if the outer covering is damaged.
To prevent damage to the outer covering:

 Inspect the hose before every use.
 Fully unwrap and straighten hose before use.
 Do not allow the high pressure hose to be kinked.
 Keep hose away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
 Do not pull unit by high pressure hose.
 Do not allow hose to be crushed or wrapped around

objects.

OPERATION

WASHING WITH DETERGENT

See Figures 18 - 19.

Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; house­hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents, flam­mable material, or industrial grade solutions can damage
the pump. Many detergents may require mixing prior to use.
Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the solution bottle.

 Remove the cap from the detergent container and pour

detergent in the container. Replace cap on container.
 Rotate the spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change Over

Nozzle to either the short range detergent [ ] or long

range detergent [ ] setting.
Spray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even,

overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow

detergent to dry on the surface.
NOTE: To use a detergent bottle, open the detergent

container cap. Next, remove the filter from the end of the
injection hose then slide the hose out of the cap. Place the
injection hose filter back on the hose and place the hose in
the bottom of the bottle.

For long range detergent application:

With the nozzle installed on the spray wand and the engine
shut off, rotate the spray selector to the long range detergent
[ ] setting.

For short range detergent application:

With the nozzle installed on the spray wand and the engine
shut off, rotate the spray selector to the short range deter­gent [ ] setting.

Before shutting off the engine:

 Place the injection hose in a bucket of clean water.
 Flush for 1 - 2 minutes (spray clear water through the

spray wand).
 Shut off the engine.
NOTE: Shutting OFF ( O ) the engine WILL NOT relieve pres-

sure in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER

Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water

supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up

on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

 Rotate the spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change Over

Nozzle to either the [40º], [25º], or [0º] setting depending
on the job. Refer to the chart in Using the 5-in-1 Change
Over Nozzle to determine which setting is correct for
your application.

 When using these settings, test a small area first to avoid

surface damage.

 Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down,

overlapping the strokes.

MOVING THE PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 20.

NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the handle and
never place the unit in any position other than upright on
its wheels.

 Turn the pressure washer off and ensure the fuel valve is

closed.

 Pull the handle up until the handle release knob snaps into

the locking position (if not already up and locked). Ensure
the lock is secured in the frame hole before moving.

 Tilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels

then roll the machine to the desired position.

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