Porter-Cable D25115-0112-0, PC2525SP User Manual

5.5 Horsepower
2500 PSI

2.5 GPM
Pressure Washer

Instruction

manual

IMPORTANT

Please make certain that the person who is
to use this equipment carefully reads and
understands these instructions before start­ing operations.

Part No. D25115-0112-0

ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 23
FRANÇAIS: PAGE 45

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visit our website at:

http://www.porter-cable.com

PC2525SP

Copyright © 2001 Porter-Cable Corporation

The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the frame.
Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for
future reference.

Model No.

Type

Serial No.

2- ENG

D25115

This product may not be equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If

the product is not equipped and will be used around flammable
materials, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest,
brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester must be
installed and is legally required in the state of California. It is a violation of
California statutes section 130050 and/or sections 4442 and 4443 of the
California Public Resources Code, unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in section 4442, and maintained in effective working order.
Spark arrester are also required on some U.S. Forest Service land and may also
be legally required under other statutes and ordinances.

Engine exhaust contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Read Operator’s Manual. Do not operate equipment until you have
read Operator’s Manual for Safety

, Assembly, Operation, and

Maintenance Instructions

.

GENERAL INFORMATION

● Congratulations! You have purchased a high quality product from
America’s leading manufacturer of pressure washers. This pressure wash­er, when properly used and maintained, will provide trouble free service.
Please read and follow these instructions for proper use and maintenance.

● All sales of pressure washers are final. Do not return this product to the
retailer. Call 1-888-559-8550.

● If you experience any problems and need assistance, please call us at our
toll free number 1-888-559-8550, Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m.

To 6:00 p.m. C.S.T.

● If repair or service part purchase is required, our many Authorized
Warranty Service Centers are conveniently located and equipped to handle
all in-warranty and out-of-warranty service.

● For the location of the nearest Authorized Warranty Service Center call
1-888-559-8550, Ext. 2, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

● All pressure washers carry a manufacturer's one year warranty from date
of purchase for consumer use and a 90 day warranty for commercial use.

● Retain sales receipt as proof of purchase for warranty service.

● Do not operate this unit until you have read and understood this Owners

Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions.

● Do not operate this unit until you have read and understood the Engine
Owners Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions.

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D25115

used without the
safety alert symbol

indicates a potentially hazardous situ­ation which, if not avoided, may

result

in pr

operty damage.

indicates a poten-

tially hazardous sit-

uation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.

This manual contains information that is important for you to know and under­stand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the
symbols below. Please read and understand the manual and pay attention to
these symbols.

10/2/97

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

indicates an immi-

nently hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potential­ly hazardous situa-

tion which, if not avoided, may

result

in minor or moderate injury

.

HAZARD

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE

• Spilled gasoline and it’s vapors can be-

come ignited from cigarette sparks,
electrical arcing, exhaust gases, and hot
engine components such as the muffler.

• Heat will expand fuel in the tank which

could result in spillage and possible fire
explosion.

• Operating the pressure washer in an ex-

plosive environment could result in a
fire.

• Materials placed against or near the

pressure washer can interfere with its
proper ventilation features causing over­heating and possible ignition of the
materials.

• Muffler exhaust heat can damage paint-

ed surfaces, melt any material sensitive
to heat (such as siding, plastic, rubber,
or vinyl), and damage live plants.

• Shut off engine and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank.

• Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling
fuel. Move pressure washer away from
fueling area before starting engine.

• Keep maximum fuel level ½” below top
of tank to allow for expansion.

• Always keep pressure washer a mini­mum of four feet away from surfaces
(such as houses, automobiles, or live
plants) that could be damaged from
muffler exhaust heat.

• Operate and fuel equipment in well ven­tilated areas free from obstructions.
Equip areas with fire extinguishers suit­able for gasoline fires.

• Never operate pressure washer in an
area containing dry brush or weeds.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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D25115

RISK TO BREATHING

• Some cleaning fluids contain substances
which could cause injury to skin, eyes, or
lungs.

HAZARD

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Operate pressure washer in a well venti­lated area. Avoid enclosed areas such
as garages, basements ,etc.

• Never operate unit in a location occu­pied by humans or animals.

• Use only cleaning fluids specifically rec­ommended for high pressure washers.
Follow manufacturers recommenda­tions.Do not use chlorine bleach or any
other corrosive compound

• Breathing exhaust fumes will cause seri­ous injury or death.

• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemi­cals, poisons, insecticides, or any kind of
flammable solvent with this product
could result in serious injury or death.

• Improperly stored fuel could lead to ac­cidental ignition. Fuel improperly
secured could get into the hands of chil­dren or other unqualified persons.

• Do not spray flammable liquids

• Store fuel in an OSHA approved con­tainer, in a secure location away from
work area.

HAZARD

RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
(continued)

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

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D25115

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION

• If proper starting procedure is not fol­lowed, engine can kickback causing
serious hand and arm injury.

HAZARD

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Become familiar with the operation and
controls of the pressure washer.

• Keep operating area clear of all persons,
pets, and obstacles.

• Do not operate the product when
fatigued or under the influence of alco­hol or drugs. Stay alert at all times.

• Never defeat the safety features of this
product.

• Do not operate machine with missing,
broken, or unauthorized parts.

• Never leave wand unattended while unit
is running.

• If engine does not start after two

pulls, squeeze trigger of gun to
relieve pump pressure. Pull starter
cord slowly until resistance is felt.
Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kick­back and prevent hand or arm injury.

• Unsafe operation of your pressure
washer could lead to serious injury or
death to you or others.

• The spray gun/wand is a powerful clean­ing tool that could look like a toy to a
child.

• Keep children away from the pressure
washer at all times.

• Reactive force of spray will cause
gun/wand to move, and could cause the
operator to slip or fall, or misdirect the
spray. Improper control of gun/wand can
result in injuries to self and others.

• Do not overreach or stand on an unsta­ble support. Grip gun/wand firmly with
both hands. Expect the gun to kick
when triggered.

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

• Spray directed at electrical outlets or
switches, or objects connected to an
electrical circuit, could result in a fatal
electrical shock.

• Unplug any electrically operated product
before attempting to clean it. Direct
spray away from electric outlets and
switches.

HAZARD

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

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D25115

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

HAZARD

RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN

• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemi­cals, poisons, insecticides, or any kind
of flammable solvent with this product
could result in serious injury or death.

• Do not use acids, gasoline, kerosene, or
any other flammable materials in this
product. Use only household deter­gents, cleaners and degreasers recom­mended for use in pressure washers.

• Wear protective clothing to protect eyes
and skin from contact with sprayed
materials.

• Do not use chlorine bleach or any other
corrosive compound.

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

RISK TO FLUID INJECTION

• Your washer operates at fluid pressures
and velocities high enough to penetrate
human and animal flesh, which could
result in amputation or other serious
injury. Leaks caused by loose fittings or
worn or damaged hoses can result in
injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT FLUID
INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a
physician immediately!

• Never place hands in front of nozzle.

• Direct spray away from self and others.

• Make sure hose and fittings are tight­ened and in good condition. Never
hold onto the hose or fittings during op­eration.

• Do not allow hose to contact muffler.

• Never attach or remove wand or hose
fittings while system is pressurized.

• Use only hose and high pressure
accessories rated for pressure higher
than your pressure washer's p.s.i.

HAZARD

• Relieve system pressure before at­tempting maintenance or disassembly
of equipment.

• To relieve system pressure, shut off
engine, turn off water supply, and pull
gun trigger until water stops flowing.

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D25115

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

HAZARD

RISK OF HOT SURFACES

• Contact with hot surfaces, such as
engines exhaust components, could
result in serious burn.

• During operation, touch only the control
surfaces of the pressure washer. Keep
children away from the pressure washer
at all times. They may not be able to
recognize the hazards of this product.

HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT CAN HAPPEN

HAZARD

• Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing hazard, serious
injury or death can result. Fuel or oil
leaks will damage carpet, paint or other
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.

• If pressure washer is equipped with a
fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve to the
off position before transporting to avoid
fuel leaks. If pressure washer is not
equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, drain
the fuel from tank before transporting.
Only transport fuel in an OSHA
approved container. Always place pres­sure washer on a protective mat when
transporting to protect against damage
to vehicle from leaks. Remove pressure
washer from vehicle immediately upon
arrival at your destination.

RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERTY
DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING
OR STORING

The powerful spray from your pressure washer is capable of caus-

ing damage to surfaces such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto
striping and trim, and delicate objects such as flowers and shrubs. Before spraying,
check the item to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong enough to resist
damage from the force of the spray. Avoid the use of the concentrated spray stream
except for very strong surfaces like concrete and steel.

Operating without flow of water will result in equipment damage. Operating the pres­sure washer with water supply shutoff will void your warranty. You should never run
this pressure washer for more than 2 minutes without pulling the trigger to allow cool
water to enter the pump and the heated (recirculated) water to exit.