Instructions / Assembly

ABRASIVE GENTLE
991000503
5-1-15 (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
RY80935 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
STARTING THE UNIT (COLD START) USING DETERGENT
1
Install the handle (see page 8).
Add entire bottle of lubricant provided to the pres-
sure washer (see page 10).
6
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 10).
1
2
Move choke lever to the START position
(see page 11).
3
Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 11).
5
Turn the fuel valve to OPEN (see page 11).
Put on/off switch in ON position (see page 11).
4
Allow engine to run for several seconds, then move
choke to OFF (RUN) position (see page 11).
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
1-800-860-4050.
To add, follow the instructions provided by the Pump Protector manufacturer.
1
Use the chart below to determine the correct nozzle for your job.
HIGH PRESSURE
(NO SOAP WHEN USING THESE NOZZLES)
LOW
PRESSURE
(FOR SOAP OR
GENTLE RINSE)
0º Red
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
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.
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.
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this unit. It is a violation of
federal law and will damage the unit and void your war-
ranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing up to 10%
ethanol.
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 8).
3
Connect your garden hose to the pressure washer
(see page 9).
5
CHOKE LEVER
ON (START)
ON/OFF
SWITCH ON
CHOKE LEVER
OFF (RUN)
DO NOT OVERTILT THE UNIT!
Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 11).
1
2
Install blue soap nozzle
(see page 13).
If detergent injection
hose comes loose
from pressure washer,
reattach it here.
1
Pour pressure washer
detergent in soap tank (see
page 13).
3
Squeeze trigger and wait
approx. 5 seconds for
detergent (see page 13).
5 S
Connect the spray wand to the trigger handle
(see page 8).
2
Connect the high pressure hose to the pump
(see page 8).
4
Completely uncoil and straighten high pressure
hose to prevent kinks.
OPEN
CLOSE
ON
FUEL VALVE OPEN
5 S
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