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Ce nettoyeur haute pression a été conçu et fabriqué conformément

aux strictes normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité

d’utilisation. Correctement entretenu, il vous donnera des années

de fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.

AVERTISSEMENT :

Pour réduire les risques de

blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre

le manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser ce produit.

Merci de votre achat.

Su lavadora de presión ha sido diseñada y fabricada

de conformidad con las estrictas normas para brindar

fiabilidad, facilidad de uso y seguridad para el operador. Con el

debido cuidado, le brindará muchos años de sólido y eficiente

funcionamiento.

ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el

usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes

de usar este producto.

Le agradecemos su compra.

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Your pressure washer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation,

and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using

this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

3800 PSI PRESSURE WASHER

NETTOYEUR HAUTE PRESSION

DE 3 800 PSI

LAVADORA A PRESIÓN

DE 3 800 PSI

CT80020

To register your pressure

washer, please visit:

http://bluepowersite.com/

Pour enregistrer votre laveuse à

pression, s’il vous plaît la visite:

http://bluepowersite.com/

Para registrar su lavadora de

presión, por favor visita:

http://bluepowersite.com/

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See this fold-out section for all of the figures

referenced in the operator’s manual.

Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner

toutes les figures mentionnées dans le manuel

d’utilisation.

Consulte esta sección desplegable para ver

todas las figuras a las que se hace referencia en

el manual del operador.

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Fig. 1

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

A -Phillips screwdriver (tournevis phillips,

destornillador phillips)

B - Adjustable wrench (clé a molette, llave

ajustable)

Fig. 4

B

A

A - Lock nut (écrou de blocage, contratuerca)

B - Support foot (pied de support, pie de

soporte)

C - Bolts (boulons, pernos)

A - Axle (essieu, eje)

B - Wheel (roue, rueda)

C - Washer (rondelle, arandela)

D - Hitch pin (axe de blocage, pasador de

enganche)

B

C

A

B

C

D

A - Handle (poignèe, mango)

B - Trigger with lock out (gâchette avec

verrouillage, gatillo con seguro)

C - Trigger handle (poignée de gâchette, mango

del gatillo)

D - Trigger handle holder (support de la poignée

à gâchette, soporte del mango del gatillo)

E - Trigger handle storage hook (rangement de

la poignée à gâchette, almacenamiento del

mango del gatillo)

F - Spray wand storage hook (crochet de

rangement de la lance d’arrosage, gancho

para almacenamiento del tubo rociador)

G - Air filter (filtre à air, filtro de aire)

H - Oil cap/dipstick (bouchon / jauge d’huile,

tapa del aceite con varilla de nivel)

I - Support foot (pied de support, pie de

soporte)

J - Injection hose (flexible d’injection,

manguera de inyección)

K - Fuel tank (réservoir de carburant, tanque de

combustible)

L - Fuel valve (robinet de carburant, válvula de

combustible)

M - Recoil starter (lanceur à rappel, arrancador

retráctil)

N - Low oil sensor (détecteur de bas niveau

d’huile, sensor de nivel bajo de aceite)

O - On/off switch (interrupteur marche/arrêt,

interruptor de encendido/apagado)

P - Soap Blaster™ nozzle (buse Soap Blaster™,

Soap Blaster™ boquilla)

Q - Spray wand (lance de pulvérisation , tubo

de rociado)

R - Idle down cylinder (cylindre de ralenti,

cilindro de disminución de la velocidad de

ralentí)

S - Nozzle storage (porte-buses avec

ressort de support, sujetador de

boquillas con resorte de soporte)

T - Spray wand holder (crochet de rangement

de la lance d’arrosage, gancho para

almacenamiento del tubo rociador)

U - Auxiliary handle (poignée auxiliaire, mango

auxiliar)

V - Hose storage hook (crochet de rangement

du tuyau, crochet de rangement du tuyau)

W - High pressure hose (tuyau haute pression,

manguera de alta presión)

Y - Muffler (silencieux, silenciador)

Z - Pressure regulator knob (bouton de

régulation de la pression, perilla del

regulador de presión)

N

K

A

V

B

C

Q

R

I

P

W

U

Y

J

E

D

T

M

G

L

O

H

S

Z

F

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Fig. 6

Fig. 7

Fig. 5

Fig. 8

Fig. 9

A - Trigger handle (poignée de gâchette,

mango del gatillo)

B - Auxiliary handle (poignée auxiliaire,

mango auxiliar)

C - Connector (connecteur, conector)

D - Spray wand (lance de pulvérisation, tubo

rociador)

A - Handle release knob (bouton de dégagement

de la poignée, perilla de liberación del

mango)

B - Handle (poignèe, mango)

AB

C

D

BA

C

Fig. 10

A - High pressure hose (tuyau haute pression,

manguera de alta presión)

B - Collar (collier, collarín)

C - Inlet coupler (raccord d’entrée, acoplador

de entrada)

Fig. 11

A - Injection hose with filter (flexible d’injection

avec filtre, manguera de inyección con filtro)

B - Detergent bottle (bouteille de détergente,

botella del detergente)

A

A - Screw (vis, tornillo)

B - Rear panel (panneau arrière, panel posterior)

C - Handle (poignèe, mango)

D - Lock nut (écrou de blocage, contratuerca)

A - Trigger handle holder (support de la poignée

à gâchette, soporte del mango del gatillo)

B - Lock nut (écrou de blocage, contratuerca)

C - Handle (poignèe, mango)

D - Trigger handle storage hook (rangement de

la poignée à gâchette, almacenamiento del

mango del gatillo)

E - Frame (cadre, armazón)

A - Trigger handle storage hook (rangement de

la poignée à gâchette, almacenamiento del

mango del gatillo)

B - Spray wand storage hook (crochet de

rangement de la lance d’arrosage, gancho

para almacenamiento del tubo rociador)

C - Frame (cadre, armazón)

D - Rubber grommet (oeillet en caoutchouc, ojal

de goma)

E - Lock nut (écrou de blocage, contratuerca)

B

ABC

D

AB

C

E

D

B

A

B

DE

C

A

B

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A - Oil cap/dipstick (bouchon / jauge d’huile,

tapa del aceite con varilla de nivel)

B - Funnel (entonnoir, embudo)

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

A - Funnel (entonnoir, embudo)

B - Fuel cap (bouchon de carburant, tapa del

tanque de combustible)

Fig. 16

A - On/off switch (interrupteur marche/arrêt,

interruptor de encendido/apagado)

A - Recoil starter (lanceur à rappel, arrancador

retráctil)

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

A - Slot (encoche, ranura)

B - Lock out (verrouillage, seguro)

C - Trigger (gâchette, gatillo)

Fig. 13

A - High pressure hose (tuyau haute pression,

manguera de alta presión)

B - Inlet coupler (raccord d’entrée, acoplador

de entrada)

C - Collar (collier, collarín)

Fig. 12

A - Garden hose (tuyau d’arrosage, manguera

de jardín)

B - Screen (tamis, cedazo)

C - Water intake (prise d’eau, entrada de agua)

Fig. 20

A - Spray wand (lance de pulvérisation, tubo

rociador)

B - Quick-connect collar (collier de raccord

rapide, casquillo de conexión rápida)

C - Soap Blaster™ nozzle (buse Soap Blaster™,

Soap Blaster™ boquilla)

D - Short range detergent application

(application détergente court de gamme,

aplicación de detergente corto plazo)

E - Long range detergent application

(application détergente long de gamme,

aplicación de detergente largo plazo)

F - Nozzle (buse, boquilla)

A

DB

C

F

E

B

A

C

A

B

A

C

B

A

B

A

B

C

OFF

ON

A

Fig. 17

A - Choke lever (levier de volet de départ,

palanca del anegador)

B - Fuel valve (robinet de carburant, válvula de

combustible)

A

B

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Fig. 21

Fig. 22

Fig. 23

A - Long range (long de gamme, largo plazo) B - Short range (short de gamme, corto plazo)

TO MOVE THE MACHINE

(POUR DÉPLACER

L’ÉQUIPEMENT, PARA

MOVER LA MÁQUINA)

Fig. 24

Fig. 28

A - Oil drain plug (bouchon de vidange

d’huile, tapón de drenaje del aceite)

B - Container (récipient, recipiente)

Fig. 27

A - 0.028 in. - 0.032 in.

[0,7 - 0,8 mm (0,028 po - 0,032 po),

0,7 - 0,8 mm (0,028 pulg. - 0,032 pulg.)]

A

B

A

B

Fig. 26

A - Screw (vis, tornillo)

B - Air filter cover (couvercle du filtre à air,

tapa del filtro de aire)

C - Air filter (filtre à air, filtro de aire)

A

B

C

Fig. 25

A - Paper clip (pièces de papier, clips de papel)

B - Nozzle (buse, boquilla)

AB

C

BA

A - To increase pressure (pour augmenter la

pression, para aumentar la presión)

B - To decrease pressure (pour réduire la

pression, para disminuir la presión)

C - Pressure regulator knob (bouton de

régulation de la pression, perilla del

regulador de presión)

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Fig. 30 Fig. 31

A - Fuel tank inlet screen (grillage d’admission

du réservoir de carburant, filtro de entrada

del tanque de combustible)

B - Tank filler neck (goulot de remplissage du

réservoir, boca del depósito)

A

B

Fig. 29

A - Sight glass (voyant d’huile, visor)

B - Pump oil vent cap (bouchon du réservoir

d’huile de la pompe, tapa de aceite de la

bomba)

C - Container (conteneur, recipiente)

D - Oil drain plug (bouchon huile, tapón de

drenaje del aceite)

B

CD

A

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 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2

Introduction / Introducción

 Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Instructions importantes concernant la sécurité / Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

 Specific Safety Rules ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

Règles de sécurité particulières / Reglas de seguridad específicas

Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5-6

Symboles / Símbolos

 Features ............................................................................................................................................................................7

Caractéristiques / Características

 Assembly .....................................................................................................................................................................8-10

Assemblage / Armado

 Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 11-14

Utilisation / Funcionamiento

 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................15-17

Entretien / Mantenimiento

 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 18

Dépannage / Solución de problemas

 Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................19-20

Garantie / Garantía

 Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page

Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ..................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior

This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability

have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

* * *

Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la

conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à

utiliser et à entretenir.

* * *

Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto

se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow

all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,

fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause

death or serious personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

 Know your pressure washer. Read the operator’s

manual carefully. Learn the machine’s applications and

limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related

to this pressure washer.

Keep guards in place and in working order. Never

operate the pressure washer with any guard or cover

removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly

before each use.

 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of

checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are

removed from pressure washer before turning it on.

 To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors

away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept

a safe distance from work area.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small children, and pets.

Do not operate the engine in a confined space

where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and extremely

dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness or death.

 Use right tool. Don’t force pressure washer or attachment

to do a job it was not designed for. Don’t use it for a

purpose not intended.

 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,

neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you

into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear

are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear

protective hair covering to contain long hair.

Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when

wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear

protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve

your footing on slippery surfaces.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

 Always wear eye protection with side shields marked

to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will

reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

 Don’t overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep

proper footing and balance at all times.

 Use only recommended accessories. The use of

improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

 Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this

manual.

 Check damaged parts. Before further use of the

pressure

washer, a guard or other part that is damaged should be

carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly

and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of

moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its

operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must

be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service

center to avoid risk of personal injury.

 Never leave pressure washer running unattended.

Turn power off. Don’t leave pressure washer until it

comes to a complete stop.

Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or grease to

reduce the chance of a fire hazard.

 Keep the exhaust pipe free of foreign objects.

Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for safe

loading, unloading, transport, and storage of machine.

 Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop

the product and bleed pressure quickly.

 Keep pressure washer dry, clean, and free from

lubricant and grease. Always use a clean cloth when

cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-

based products, or any solvents to clean pressure

washer.

 Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are

doing and use common sense. Do not operate pressure

washer when you are tired. Do not rush.

Do not operate the product while under the influence

of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

Check the work area before each use. Remove all

objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or

string which can be thrown or become entangled in the

machine.

Do not use pressure washer if switch does not turn it

off. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized

service center.

Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the

engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away

from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

 Avoid dangerous environment. Don’t use in damp or

wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well

lit.

 Never use in an explosive atmosphere. Normal

sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

Do not operature while smoking or near an open

flame.

Do not operate around dry brush, twigs, cloth rags, or

other flammable materials.

 WARNING: Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct

discharge stream at persons.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

 Never direct a water stream toward people or pets,

or any electrical device.

Before starting any cleaning operation, close doors

and windows. Clear the area to be cleaned of debris,

toys, outdoor furniture, or other objects that could create

a hazard.

Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is

running.

 Never start the machine if ice has formed in any part

of the equipment.

 Do not use acids, alkalines, solvents, flammable

material, bleaches, or industrial grade solutions

in this product. These products can cause physical

injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the

machine.

 Always operate the machine on a level surface. If the

engine is on an incline, it could seize due to improper

lubrication (even at the maximum lubricant level).

 WARNING: High pressure jets can be dangerous

if subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed at

persons, animals, electrical devices, or the machine

itself.

Hold the handles and wand securely with both hands.

Expect the trigger handle to kickback when the trigger

is pulled due to reaction forces. Failure to do so could

cause loss of control and injury to yourself and others.

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine (motor) is running (except where specifically

recommended by the manufacturer).

 Protective covers must always cover rotating parts

when the engine is running.

Keep cooling air intake (recoil starter area) and muffler

side of the engine at least 3 feet away from buildings,

obstructions, and other combustible objects.

Keep the engine away from flammables and other

hazardous materials.

Keep away from hot parts. The muffler and other engine

parts become very hot; use caution.

Do not touch the spark plug and ignition cable when

starting and operating the engine.

 Check fuel hoses and joints for looseness and fuel

leakage before each use.

 Check bolts and nuts for looseness before each use.

A loose bolt or nut may cause serious engine problems.

Always refuel outdoors. Never refuel indoors or in a

poorly ventilated area.

Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank

inside a building where ignition sources are present,

such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers,

and the like.

If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel

with care. It is highly flammable.

Do not smoke while handling fuel.

Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the

cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running

or when the engine is hot.

Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep

fuel from escaping around the cap.

Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.

Wipe spilled fuel from the pressure washer. Move 30

feet away from refueling site before starting engine.

If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but

move the machine away from the area of spillage and

avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors

have dissipated.

Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any

circumstances.

Before storing, allow the engine to cool.

Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away

from spark and/or flame-producing equipment.

Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this

purpose.

Empty fuel tank and restrain the pressure washer from

moving before transporting in a vehicle.

When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause

product damage.

ONLY use cold water.

Make sure minimum clearance of 3 feet is maintained

from combustible materials.

Never spray close to the surface to be cleaned as you

can damage the surface.

After stopping the engine, always pull the trigger on

the trigger handle to relieve stored pressure in the

high pressure hose. Failure to do so could result in

serious personal injury.

For outdoor use only.

Ensure the high pressure hose is properly connected

before using the product.

Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this

pressure washer, loan them these instructions also.

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SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe

operation of this product.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand

operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply

with ANSI Z87.1.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations or spray directly

on the pressure washer.

Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any

hot surface.

Risk of Injections

To reduce the risk of injection or injury, never direct a water

stream towards people or pets or place any body part in the

stream. Leaking hoses and fittings are also capable of causing

injection injury. Do not hold hoses or fittings.

Risk of Explosion Fuel and its vapors are explosive and can cause severe burns

or death.

Risk of Fire Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire

can cause severe burns or death.

Toxic Fumes

Gas products emit carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,

poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,

fainting, or death.

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property

damage.

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SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe

operation of this product.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

Kickback To reduce the risk of injury from kickback, hold the spray wand

securely with both hands when the machine is on.

Electric Shock Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices

can result in electric shock.

Chemical Burns

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, DO NOT USE ACIDS,

ALKALINES, BLEACHES, SOLVENTS, FLAMMABLE MATERIAL,

OR INDUSTRIAL GRADE SOLUTIONS in this product.

WARNING:

This product, its exhaust, and other substances that may become airborne from its use may contain chemicals, includ-

ing lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after

handling

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Fuel Tank Capacity ....................................................................................................................................................... 1.8 gal

Engine Oil Capacity .................................................................................................................................................... 37.2 oz.

Pump Oil Capacity .....................................................................................................................................................10.5 oz.

Maximum Pounds Per Square Inch Pressure* .........................................................................................................3,800 psi

Maximum Gallons Per Minute* ...................................................................................................................................3.5 gpm

Maximum Inlet Water Temperature ................................................................................................................................104˚F

*Max. rating determined by PWMA Standard 101

KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of

the information on the pressure washer and in this operator’s

manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are

attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself

with all operating features and safety rules.

FUEL TANK

This fuel tank has a maximum capacity of 1.8 gal. Use

unleaded automotive gasoline in the engine.

HOSE STORAGE

Once the high pressure hose is rolled, hang it on the back

of the machine using the stretch strap to secure in place.

IDLE DOWN

The engine idle speed is automatically reduced when the

trigger is released. This feature increases fuel efficiency,

reduces the noise level, and decreases wear and tear over

the life of the pressure washer.

LOW OIL SENSOR

The low oil sensor will light and the engine will automatically

shut off whenever the lubricant level in the engine becomes

low.

ON/OFF SWITCH

The on/off switch is used in combination with the recoil starter

to start the engine. It is also used to turn the engine off.

PRESSURE REGULATOR KNOB

The pressure regulator knob regulates the outgoing pressure

from the pump to the high pressure hose.

RECOIL STARTER

The recoil starter is pulled to start the machine.

SPARK ARRESTOR

This engine is not factory equipped with a spark arrestor.

In some areas it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark

arrestor. A spark arrestor is available by calling customer

service for assistance.

THERMAL RELIEF VALVE

This pump feature will prevent water temperatures from

reaching harmful levels by releasing a small amount of

water. Once the water has drained, the thermal relief valve

will reset itself.

TRIGGER HANDLE

The trigger handle has gripping surfaces that provide added

control of the spray wand and helps reduce fatigue.

TRIGGER WITH LOCK OUT

Pulling the trigger releases a stream of water for high

pressure cleaning. The lock out provides protection against

unauthorized use.

YAMAHA MZ300 ENGINE

This Yamaha engine enables the pressure washer to achieve

3,800 psi (pounds per square inch) at a rate of 3.5 gpm

(gallons per minute). Please read the engine manual included

with this product.

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ASSEMBLY

TOOLS NEEDED

See Figure 2.

The following tools (not included or drawn to scale) are

needed for assembly:

Adjustable Wrench (2)

Phillips Screwdriver

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this

product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product

with damaged or missing parts could result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-

sories not recommended for use with this product. Any

such alteration or modification is misuse and could result

in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious

personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug

wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.

ATTACHING THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY AND

SUPPORT FEET

See Figures 3 - 4.

NOTE: Never place the pressure washer in any position

other than upright.

 Locate 2 support feet, 4 lock nuts, and 4 bolts.

 Lift the machine and slide the support feet onto the

machine base.

 Secure in place using the bolts and lock nuts.

 Repeat with second foot.

 Locate 2 axles, 2 hitch pins, 2 washers, and 2 wheels.

 Insert the axle through the hole in the center of the wheel.

 Slide the washer onto the axle.

 Lift the machine and slide the axle into the wheel mount-

ing hole in the machine base as shown.

 Push the hitch pin into the hole on the end of the axle to

secure the wheel assembly.

NOTE: The hitch pin should be pushed into the axle until

the center of the pin rests on top of the axle.

 Repeat with the second wheel.

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

 Carefully remove the product and any accessories from

the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list

are included.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List

are already assembled to your product when you unpack

it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by

the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use

of a product that may have been improperly assembled

could result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: This pressure washer is heavy. To avoid back in-

jury, lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when

needed.

 Inspect the pressure washer carefully to make sure no

breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the pressure

washer.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-877-202-1480 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Pressure Washer

4-Cycle Engine Lubricant

50 ft. High Pressure Hose

Auxiliary Handle

Axle (2)

Bolt (1/4-20 x 1.9 in., Hex Hd.) (4)

High Pressure Hose Storage

Hitch Pin (2)

Injection Hose with Filter

Lock Nut (1/4-20) (8)

Lock Nut (M10) (4)

Quick-Connect Nozzle (4)

Rear Panel

Rubber Grommet

Screw (1.4 in., Phillips Hd.) (4)

Soap Blaster™ Nozzle

Spray Wand

Spray Wand Holder

Spray Wand Storage Hook

Support Foot (2)

Trigger Handle

Trigger Handle Holder

Trigger Handle Storage Hook

Washer (5/8 in.) (2)

Wheel (2)

Operator’s Manual

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ASSEMBLY

RAISING AND LOWERING THE HANDLE

See Figure 5.

 To raise the handle: pull the handle up until the handle

release knob snaps through the locking hole to secure

the handle in place.

 To lower the handle: pull the handle release knob out then

lower the handle to the position.

ATTACHING THE REAR PANEL

See Figure 6.

 Locate the rear panel, 4 lock nuts, and 4 screws (1.4 in.).

 Using a screwdriver (not provided), secure panel to handle

using the screws and nuts.

ATTACHING THE TRIGGER HANDLE HOLDER

AND STORAGE HOOK

See Figure 7.

 Raise handle as described in the Raising and Lowering

Handle section.

 Locate the trigger handle holder and lock nut.

 Insert the trigger handle holder into the handle.

 Install lock nut; tighten securely.

 Locate the trigger handle storage hook and lock nut.

 Insert the trigger handle storage hook into the pressure

washer frame, as shown.

 Install lock nut; tighten securely.

ATTACHING THE SPRAY WAND STORAGE HOOK

See Figure 8.

 Locate the spray wand storage hook, rubber grommet,

and lock nut.

 Slide the spray wand storage hook through the hole in

the rubber grommet.

 Insert the spray wand storage hook into the pressure

washer frame, as shown.

 Install lock nut; tighten securely.

ASSEMBLING THE TRIGGER HANDLE

See Figure 9.

 Place the threaded end of the spray wand in the connector

on the end of the trigger handle.

 Turn the connector clockwise until it stops. This secures

the spray wand in place.

 When not in use, remove the spray wand from the trigger

handle by turning the connector counterclockwise. Store

the unassembled spray wand in the spray wand storage

area.

ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE

See Figure 9.

 Place the threaded stud on the end of the auxiliary handle

into the hole in the trigger handle as shown. Turn clock-

wise to tighten.

NOTE: You can install the handle on either the left or right

side of the spray wand, depending on operator prefer-

ence. The handle must always be used to prevent loss

of control and possible serious injury.

 To switch sides, remove the auxiliary handle and place

on the opposite side. Tighten securely before use.

CONNECTING HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO

TRIGGER HANDLE

See Figure 10.

 Pull back and hold the collar on the high pressure hose.

Insert the inlet coupler on the trigger handle into the collar.

 Release the collar and push until it locks into place. Pull

on the hose to be certain it is properly secured.

ATTACHING INJECTION HOSE

See Figure 11.

Before detergent can be used with this machine, the injection

hose must be attached.

 Push the open end of the clear injection hose securely

over the fitting on the pressure washer.

NOTE: Keep injection hose away from hot surfaces.

 Place the filtered end of the injection hose in the bottle

of detergent (not provided).

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ASSEMBLY

CONNECTING THE GARDEN HOSE TO THE

PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 12.

CAUTION:

Always observe all local regulations when connnecting

hoses to the water main. Some areas have restrictions

against connecting directly to public drinking water sup-

ply to prevent the feedback of chemicals into the drinking

water supply. Direct connection through a receiver tank

or backflow preventer is usually permitted.

The water supply must come from a water main. NEVER use

hot water or water from pools, lakes, etc. Before connecting

the garden hose to the pressure washer:

 Run water through the hose for 30 seconds to clean any

debris from the hose.

 Inspect the screen in the water intake.

 If the screen is damaged, do not use the machine until

the screen has been replaced.

 If the screen is dirty, clean it before connecting the garden

hose to the machine.

To connect the garden hose to the machine:

 Uncoil the garden hose.

NOTE: There must be a minimum of 10 feet of unrestricted

hose between the pressure washer intake and the hose

faucet or shut off valve (such as a “Y” shut off connector).

 With the hose faucet turned completely off, attach the end of

the garden hose to the pump’s water intake. Tighten by hand.

CONNECTING THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO

THE PUMP

See Figure 13.

After the high pressure hose has been uncoiled and attached

to the spray wand:

 Pull back and hold the collar on the pump outlet. Insert

the inlet coupler on the high pressure hose into the collar.

 Release the collar and push until it locks into place. Pull

on the hose to be certain it is properly secured.

 Pull on the hose to be certain it is properly secured.

CAUTION:

Do not run the pressure washer pump without water sup-

ply connected and turned on, as this may damage the

high pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely

unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the

hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other

objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the

pressure washer.

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you

careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is

sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in

objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible

serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-

mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of

attachments or accessories not recommended can result

in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or

any electrical device. Failure to heed this warning could

result in serious injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for the purposes listed below:

Removing dirt and mold from decks, cement patios, and

house siding

Cleaning boats, motorcycles, outdoor furniture, and grills

CHECKING/ADDING LUBRICANT

See Figure 14.

NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately

2 oz. of lubricant in the engine from testing. You must add

lubricant to the engine before starting it the first time.

CAUTION:

Any attempt to start the engine without adding lubricant

will result in engine failure.

 Place pressure washer on a flat, level surface.

 Unscrew the oil cap / dipstick by turning counter-

clockwise.

 Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not re-thread.

 Remove dipstick again and check lubricant level. Lu-

bricant level should fall within the upper portion of the

dipstick.

 If level is low, add 4-stroke engine lubricant (SAE 30 or

SAE 10W30), until the fluid level rises to the upper portion

of the dipstick (32 oz., 4-cycle engine lubricant provided).

Do not overfill.

 Replace the oil cap / dipstick and securely tighten.

NOTE: This engine has a total lubricant capacity of 37.2 oz.

OXYGENATED FUELS

DO NOT USE E85 FUEL. IT WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems re-

sulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more

than the percentages of oxygenates stated below are not

covered under warranty.

Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume

(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E85 is not.

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OPERATION

ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK

See Figure 15.

WARNING:

Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and ex-

plosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property

damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep away from igni-

tion sources, handle outdoors only, do not smoke while

adding fuel, and wipe up spills immediately.

When adding gas to the pressure washer, make sure the

pressure washer is sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine

is hot, let the pressure washer cool before adding gas. AL-

WAYS fill the fuel tank outdoors with the machine turned off.

NOTE: Use unleaded gas only. DO NOT mix lubricant with gas.

 Before removing the fuel cap, clean the area around it.

Remove the fuel cap.

 Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank. Then slowly pour

gasoline into the tank. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2

in. below the top of the tank neck (this allows for fuel

expansion).

 Replace fuel cap and tighten until the cap “clicks”.

 Clean up any spills before starting the engine.

WARNING:

Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to

a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least

30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not

smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks!

Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious

personal injury.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE

WASHER

See Figures 16 - 18.

CAUTION:

Do not run the pressure washer pump without water sup-

ply connected and turned on, as this may damage the

high pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely

unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the

hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other

objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the

pressure washer.

Before starting the engine:

Connect all hoses.

Check all fluids (lubricant and gas).

Turn on the garden hose then squeeze the trigger to

relieve air pressure; hold the trigger until a steady stream

of water appears.

To start the engine:

Put the on/off switch in the ON position.

 Move the choke to the START position.

Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.

Grasp the recoil starter and pull slowly until resistance is

felt. Give the recoil starter a short, brisk pull to start the

engine.

NOTE: Do not allow the recoil starter to snap back after

starting; return it gently to its original place.

CAUTION:

If the engine does not start after each pull of the recoil

starter, squeeze the trigger to relieve water pressure

before attempting to start the engine again.

Let engine run for several seconds, then move the choke

to the RUN position.

To stop the engine:

Put the on/off switch in the OFF position.

Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.

Shut off the water supply and pull trigger to release

water pressure.

WARNING:

Hold the handles and wand securely with both hands.

Expect the trigger handle to kickback when the trigger

is pulled due to reaction forces. Failure to do so could

cause loss of control and injury to yourself and others.

USING THE SPRAY WAND TRIGGER

See Figure 19.

For greater control and safety, keep both hands on the

trigger handle at all times.

 Pull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressure

washer.

 Release the trigger to stop the flow of water through the

nozzle.

To engage the lock out:

 Push up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

To disengage the lock out:

 Push the lock out down and into its original position.

For the most effective cleaning, the spray nozzle should be

between 8 in. and 24 in. from the surface to be cleaned. If

the spray is too close it can damage the cleaning surface.

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USING THE NOZZLES

See Figure 20.

Each of the nozzles has a different spray pattern. Before

starting any cleaning job, determine the best nozzle for the

job. The following chart offers some general guidelines to

help you choose the best nozzle for your application.

Nozzle Application

0º Red Spot cleaning of high, hard-to-reach areas

• Removing caked-on mud from heavy con-

struction, farm, or lawn equipment

• Cleaning tar, glue, or stubborn stains from

concrete

• Cleaning overhead areas

• Removing rust from steel and oxidation

from aluminum

15º Yellow For narrow surfaces

• Removing heavy mildew stains

• Removing marine growth from boats and

marine equipment

• Removing rust from steel and oxidation

from aluminum

• Removing grease or dirt from equipment

• Removing paint from wood, masonry or

metal

25º Green For general purpose or large surfaces

• General cleaning of dirt, mud, and grime

• Cleaning roofs, gutters, and downspouts

• Removing light mildew stains

• Removing algae and bacteria build-up from

pools

• Rinsing surfaces in preparation for painting

40º White For wide-angle rinsing

• Light cleaning and washing

• Washing and rinsing of painted surfaces

and boats

• Cleaning roofs, windows, patios, and

driveways

Soap

Blaster™

For all detergent applications and for gentle

rinse

WARNING:

NEVER change nozzles without turning off the pressure

washer and locking the lock out on the trigger handle

and never point the wand at your face or at others. The

quick-connect feature contains small springs that could

eject the nozzle with some force. Failure to heed this

warning could cause personal injury.

OPERATION

Using the quick-connect collar, changing nozzles is easy.

To connect a nozzle to the spray wand:

 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water

supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up

on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

 Push the nozzle into the quick-connect collar until it clicks

in place and is secured properly.

To disconnect a nozzle from the spray wand once the

cleaning job is complete:

 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water

supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up

on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

 Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then

pulling back the quick-connect collar.

USING THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE

The high pressure hose features an outer covering that pro-

vides strength to the hose. If the outer covering becomes

damaged, the hose must be replaced immediately. Do not

use a high pressure hose if the outer covering is damaged.

To prevent damage to the outer covering:

 Inspect the hose before every use.

 Fully unwrap and straighten hose before use.

 Do not allow the high pressure hose to be kinked.

 Keep hose away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.

 Do not pull pressure washer by high pressure hose.

 Do not allow hose to be crushed or wrapped around

objects.

USING THE PRESSURE REGULATOR KNOB

See Figure 21.

Use the pressure regulator knob to adjust the amount of

pressure being delivered through the high pressure hose.

 To increase pressure, rotate knob clockwise.

 To decrease pressure, rotate knob counterclockwise.

WASHING WITH DETERGENT

See Figures 22 - 23.

As sold, this pressure washer is designed for use with “down-

stream” pressure washer detergents. To convert for use with

“upstream” detergents, contact an authorized customer

service center for more information.

Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; house-

hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents,

flammable material, or industrial grade solutions can

damage the pump. Many detergents may require mixing

prior to use. Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the

solution bottle.

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OPERATION

 Remove the cap from the detergent container. Place the

injection hose with filter in the bottle; the filter end should

rest at the bottom of the bottle.

NOTE: The machine setting of this pressure washer is

1:20, which usually allows the use of 1 gallon detergent

without further dilution. Check your detergent instructions

to be sure additional dilution is not necessary.

 Install the Soap Blaster™ nozzle on the spray wand.

 Spray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even,

overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow

detergent to dry on the surface.

For long range detergent application:

With the Soap Blaster™ nozzle installed on the spray wand

and the engine turned off, pull the nozzle up until it clicks

into place.

For short range detergent application:

With the Soap Blaster™ nozzle installed on the spray wand

and the engine turned off, push the Soap Blaster™ nozzle

down as far as it will go.

Before shutting off the engine:

 Place the injection hose in a bucket of clean water.

 Flush for 1 - 2 minutes (spray clear water through the

spray wand).

 Shut off the engine.

NOTE: Shutting off the engine WILL NOT relieve pressure

in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER

Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water

supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.

 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up

on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.

 Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then

pulling back the quick-connect collar.

 Select the right nozzle for the job. Refer to the chart in

Using the Nozzles to determine which nozzle is correct

for your application.

 Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down,

overlapping the strokes.

MOVING THE PRESSURE WASHER

See Figure 24.

NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the handle and

never place the pressure washer in any position other than

upright on its wheels.

 Turn the pressure washer off and ensure the fuel valve is

closed.

 Pull the handle up until the handle release knob snaps into

the locking position (if not already up and locked). Ensure

the lock is secured in the frame hole before moving.

 Tilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels

then roll the machine to the desired position.

NOTE: Ensure the handle is properly locked in the raised

position before attempting to move the machine.

STORING PRESSURE WASHER AFTER USE

You must pull the trigger to release water pressure before

attempting to disconnect the nozzle or high pressure hose

for storage. Shutting off engine will not relieve pressure in

the system.

For long term storage, see Long-Term Storage Of The

Pressure Washer in the Maintenance section of this manual.

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