Instructions / Assembly

HIGH PRESSURE
(NO SOAP WHEN USING THESE NOZZLES)
LOW
PRESSURE
(FOR SOAP OR
GENTLE RINSE)
0º Red
15º
Yellow
25º Green 40º White
Blue Soap
Nozzle
Concrete, Brick, Masonry
    
Siding, Gutters, House
   
Fencing, Deck, Patio
   
Lawn Equipment, Boat, RV
  
 Recommended Nozzle  Use With Caution for Certain Applications
991000230
12-12-14 (REV:01)
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.
FIRST TIME ASSEMBLY
RD80956 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
STARTING THE UNIT (COLD START) USING DETERGENT
1
Install the wheels (see page 8).
Add entire bottle of oil provided to the pressure
washer (see page 11).
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.
Add fuel (see page 11).
1
2
Open the fuel valve and push choke to the START
position (see page 12).
3
Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 12).
5
Put engine switch in ON position (see page 12).
4
Allow engine to run for several seconds, then slowly
move choke to the RUN position (see page 12).
NOZZLE SELECTION GUIDE
Use of soap nozzle will activate detergent 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
BEFORE STORING THE UNIT
Always add Pump Protector to the unit after each use and before storing. This will significantly
improve pump life. (See page 15)
Pump Protector is available from your local retailer. For further assistance, call customer service at
1-866-539-1710.
To add, follow the instructions provided by the Pump Protector manufacturer.
1
Use the chart below to determine the correct nozzle for your job.
Turn the fuel valve to OFF before adding oil.
Set unit on flat surface so engine is level.
Remove dipstick, wipe clean, put back in hole
(but don’t screw in) and check oil level.
This is a 4-cycle engine. Do not mix fuel and
oil together.
Mix fuel stabilizer with gasoline according to
manufacturer’s directions prior to filling the
tank.
RESTARTING THE UNIT
(HOT RESTART)
6
If the engine does not start:
• check for enough fuel;
• may need to adjust choke position;
• try starting again.
PUMP
PROTECTOR
Connect the high pressure hose to the trigger handle
(see page 9).
3
Connect your garden hose to the pressure washer
(see page 9).
6
DO NOT OVERTILT THE UNIT!
Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 12).
1
2
Install blue soap nozzle
(see page 14).
If detergent injection
hose comes loose
from pressure washer,
reattach it here.
1
Place injection hose filter
into detergent (see page 14).
3
Squeeze trigger and wait
approx. 5 seconds for soap
(see page 14).
5 S
Install the pressure washer handle and trigger handle
holder (see page 8).
2
4
Completely uncoil and straighten high pressure
hose to prevent kinks.
5 S
Assemble the spray wand and auxiliary handle (see
page 9).
Connect the high pressure hose to the pump
(see page 9).
5
Remove caution sticker and black tab from pump
(see page 12).
FUEL
VALVE
CHOKE
LEVER
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this prod-
uct. Only use unleaded gasoline contain-
ing up to 10% ethanol. It is a violation of
federal law and will damage the unit and
void your warranty.
Make the most of your purchase! Go to http://register.RIDGID.com
and register your new tool online. For questions about operating
or maintaining your product, please call, 1-866-539-1710.
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