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MAINTENANCE
NOZZLE MAINTENANCE
(See Figure 11.)
Excessive pump pressure (a pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the trigger) may be the result
of a clogged or dirty nozzle.
• Unplug the pressure washer.
• Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water
pressure.
• Remove the nozzle from the spray wand.
NOTE: Never point the spray wand at your face
Using a straightened paper clip or nozzle cleaning tool (not provided), free any foreign materials
clogging or restricting the nozzle.
• Using a garden hose, ush debris out of nozzle by back ushing (running the water through the
nozzle backwards or from the outside to the inside).
• Reconnect the nozzle to the spray wand.
• Turn on the water supply.
Fig. 11
STORING THE PRESSURE WASHER
Store in a dry, covered area where the weather can’t damage it.
It is important to store this product in a frost-free area. Always empty water from all hoses, the
pump, and the detergent container before storing.
NOTE: Use of a pump saver will give you better performance and increase the life of the machine.
QUICK WINTERIZING PROCEDURE
If you cannot do the Optimum Winterizing procedure, you can still protect your pressure washer
from winter from winter-damage by doing below:
• Disconnect all water connections.
• Turn on the machine for a few second, unit the remaining water in the pump exits. Turn off
immediately.
• Do not allow high-pressure hose to become kinked.
• Store the machine and accessories in a room that does not reach freezing temperatures.Do
not store near furnace or other sources of heat as it may dry out the pump seals.
CAUTION:
Drain gun assembly of any remaining water. Aim gun downwards and squeeze trigger.
