Operating instructions
Engine Operation/Cleaning and Maintenance
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6.3 Starting Engine
See Section 5.3 Starting Pressure Washer
to start the pressure washer.
1. Set the engine
I/O
switch (15) to the “I” position.
2. Close the choke lever (19) by moving the lever to
the “
CLOSE
” position.
3. Pull the starter cord handle (4) slowly until you feel
resistance. Then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
Repeat if necessary.
4. Once engine starts, open choke by moving the
lever to “
OPEN
”.
6.4 Stopping Engine
To stop the engine, set the engine
I/O
switch (15) to
O
position.
7.
C
LEANNING AND
M
AINTENANCE
7.1 Cleaning Water Inlet Filter
•This pressure washer is equipped with a water inlet
filter (L).
• The water inlet filter (L) must be kept clean at all
times, otherwise it can restrict the water flow to the
pump unit and damage it.
•Remove the water inlet filter (L) from the pump inlet
pipe and clean.
7.2 Engine Maintenance
Draining Engine Oil
The engine oil should be replaced after the first 20
hours of operation, or after the first month of use.
After that, it should be replaced every 100 hours or
every six months.
To drain the engine oil:
1. Remove crankcase plug on bottom of engine.
2. Tilting the unit to the appropriate angle.
3. Drain oil into appropriate container.
4. Apply thread sealant around three full threads of
drain plug; rein stall drain plug. Torque to 120 in.lb.
(13.6 N
•
m)
Recommended Engine Oil
Add oil as described in chapter →Section 6.1
Adding/Checking Oil.
CAUTION
DO NOT
operate this pressure washer without the
water inlet filter in place, as deposits could build up
internally and affect the functioning of the unit.
CAUTION
Return the starter cord handle gently to its starting
position to prevent damage to the starter or the
housing.
IMPORTANT
Before each use:
• Check the oil and fuel level and fill if necessary.
• Make sure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and
air filter are in place and secured.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
IMPORTANT
If you have problems starting the pressure washer,
Call the Simoniz toll-free number at
1-866-4SIMONIZ
(1-866-474-6664) and one of our
customer service representatives will be glad to
assist you.