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ABRASIVE GENTLE
RY80588 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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There may be residual water in the pump
WARNING:
This Quick Reference Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator’s manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product. All page references refer to the operator’s manual.
Install the handle (see page 7).
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FIRST TIME ASSEMBLY
Connect your garden hose to the pressure washer
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(see page 8).
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Add fuel (see page 10).
STARTING THE UNIT (COLD START) USING DETERGENT
Move choke lever to START position.
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(see page 10).
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It is a violation of federal law and will
damage the unit and void your warranty.
Only use unleaded gasoline containing
up to 10% ethanol.
CHOKE LEVER
(START)
and/or lubricant in the engine due to
Pour pressure washer
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detergent in soap tank (see
page 12).
DETERGENT
performance testing.
Install blue or black soap
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nozzle (see page 11).
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Squeeze trigger and wait
approx. 5 seconds for
detergent (see page 12).
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Connect the spray wand to the trigger handle
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(see page 7).
Connect the high pressure hose to the trigger
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handle (see page 7).
Completely uncoil garden hose or remove
completely from reel to prevent kinks.
Turn water faucet on fully.
Make sure there are no leaks.
With no nozzle installed, squeeze the trigger
to relieve air pressure. Hold the trigger until a
steady stream of water appears.
Pour all but 2 oz. of the provided lubricant into
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the engine through the oil fill hole. Check and
add additional lubricant as needed until the level
reaches the upper portion of the hatched area on
the dipstick. Do not overfill. (See page 9).
This is a 4-cycle engine. Do not mix fuel and
lubricant together.
Mix fuel stabilizer with gasoline according to
manufacturer’s directions prior to filling the
tank.
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Move the fuel valve to OPEN (see page 10).
Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 10).
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Allow engine to run for several seconds, then move
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choke lever to RUN position (see page 10).
Use of soap nozzle will activate soap injector at a 20:1 dilution ratio.
WARNING! Never use bleach or solvent-based detergent.
• Will damage your pump
• Will void your warranty
• Will damage plants/shrubs
NOZZLE SELECTION GUIDE
Use the chart below to determine the correct nozzle for your job.
(NO SOAP WHEN USING THESE NOZZLES)
0º Red
HIGH PRESSURE
25º Green 40º White
LOW
PRESSURE
(FOR SOAP OR
GENTLE RINSE)
Blue or Black
Soap Nozzle
Connect the high pressure hose to the pump
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(see page 8).
Turn the fuel valve to OFF before adding
lubricant.
Set unit on flat surface so engine is level.
Remove dipstick, wipe clean, put back in hole
(but don’t screw in) and check lubricant level.
FUEL VALVE
(OPEN)
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Put on/off switch in ON position (see page 10).
SWITCH (ON)
ON/OFF
CHOKE LEVER
(RUN)
RESTARTING THE UNIT
(HOT RESTART)
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Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 10).
Concrete, Brick, Masonry
Siding, Gutters, House
Fencing, Deck, Patio
Lawn Equipment, Boat, RV
Recommended Nozzle Use With Caution for Certain Applications
BEFORE STORING THE UNIT
Always add Pump Protector to the unit after each use and before storing. This will significantly
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improve pump life. (See page 13)
Pump Protector is available from your local retailer. For further assistance, call customer service
at 1-877-617-3501.
To add, follow the instructions provided by the Pump Protector manufacturer.
PUMP
PROTECTOR
Completely uncoil and straighten high pressure
hose to prevent kinks.
DO NOT OVERTILT THE UNIT!
If the engine does not start:
• check for enough fuel;
• may need to adjust choke position;
• try starting again.
Make the most of your purchase! Go to www.ryobitools.com and
register your new tool online. For questions about operating or
maintaining your product, please call, 1-800-860-4050.
995000706
12-5-18 (REV:01)
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