Power Play Hotrod 2500 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warning 1

Safety 2

Gas-Powered Washer Components 4

Component Chart

Assembly & Start-up Procedures 6

Assembly & Pre-Start Checklist
Initial Start-up Procedures

Spray Tips -Spray Tip Applications 8

Soap Detergent Injector 9

Detergent Operations
Using the Pressure Washer to Clean

Maintenance Guideline 10

Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Replacement
Inspecting and Replacing the Spark Plug

Storage 11

Damage Prevention
Longer-Term Storage

Limited Warranty 12

POWERWERX™ Corporation Limited Warranty

Troubleshooting 14

Troubleshooting Guide

Product Information 15

WARNING

Failure to read and follow the Owner’s Manual and all operating

instructions can result in death, bodily injury, and/or property damage.

Warning

Running engines gives off carbon monoxide an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon
monoxide can cause headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures, nausea, fainting
or death.

• Operate this product ONLY outdoors.

• Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through windows, doors, ventilation intakes

or other openings.

• DO NOT operate this product inside any building or enclosure, even if windows
and doors are open.

• 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.

Warning

Risk of eye injury. Spray can splash back or propel objects. Always wear indirect vented (chemical
Splash) safety goggles, marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when using or in vicinity of this
equipment. NEVER substitute safety glasses or dry-condition goggles for indirect vented safety
goggles.

Warning

Lifting hazard. Single person lift could cause injury. Use assistance when moving of lifting. Use
team lift.

Warning

This product contains lead and lead compounds, known to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hands after handling this product.

We reserve the right to improve our products and make changes in specifications, designs and
standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligations.

SAFETY

A pressure washer is a power tool that sprays water at high pressure to clean large, sturdy
surfaces such as buildings, farm equipment and roads. Pressure washers may be used more often
during a natural disaster clean -up when the risk of injury may be higher.
When using a pressure washer, always follow the safety instructions included in the Owner’s
Manual.

Risks

• The strong spray from a pressure washer can cause serious wounds that might first appear
minor. Wounds that appear minor can cause a person to delay treatment, increasing risk for
infection, disability or amputation.

• The fast, strong spray can throw objects that strike and injure others who are close by.

• Using small, gasoline- powered engines can cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

Users should not use any equipment powered by gasoline engines inside buildings, homes or
other partially enclosed spaces unless the gasoline engine can be placed outdoors and away
from air intakes.

Precautions

• Never use a gasoline-powered washer in an enclosed space.

• Never point a pressure washer at yourself or others.

• Never attempt to push or move objects with spray from the washer.

• Wear rubber-soled shoes with toe protection that provide insulation and protection when using

the pressure washer.

• Never allow children to operate a pressure washer. Keep children at a safe distance when an
adult is using a pressure washer.

First aid

Even for minor cuts and burns, it is extremely important as users are exposed to smoke
and potentially hazardous materials. If someone is injured, contact a physician to determine the
necessary type of treatment.

• Immediately clean all open wounds and cuts with soap and clean water.

• Except for minor scratches, some cuts may need treatment to

prevent tetanus.

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SAFETY

Recommended Types of Eye Protection

• Always wear eye protection

• Before selecting appropriate eye protection for users at a job site,

assess the conditions and hazards and follow these recommendations:

• At the very least wear safety glasses with side protection.

• Wear goggles when more protection is needed.

• Consider using hybrid eye safety products with the comfort of glasses, the enclosure of

goggles, and better breathability.

• Add a face shield over glasses or goggles for even greater protection.

• Make sure that any helpers, other workers and bystanders are protected from direct pressure

strike or loose particles.

• In the case of injury, please seek medical treatment as soon as possible.

Recommended Foot & Hand Protection

• Safety-toe, non-slip sole rubber boots are recommended for protection.

• If you are applying solvents use appropriate hand protection. Make sure you immediately

remove any clothing saturated in solvents and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.

• Watch out for burns from hot water and back blasts from water or dirt particles.

• Do not direct a high velocity stream of water on yourself or others

Do not attempt to fuel the tank while the engine is running

• Gasoline and gasoline vapours can ignite by coming into contact with hot components such as
the muffler, engine, exhaust gases or from an electrical spark.

• Turn engine off and allow it to cool before adding fuel to the tank. Equip area
of operation with a fire extinguisher certified to handle gasoline or fuel fires.

Storage

• Store the pressure washer in a well-ventilated area with the fuel tank empty when possible.
Fuel should never be stored or placed near the pressure washer.

Prevent Pump Damage

• Do not run the pressure washer engine for more than 5 minutes without pressing the wand
trigger or damage to the pump may result.

• Never let the machine run unless connected to the water supply and the water supply is on.
Never run caustic fluids or acid through this machine.