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BEFORE STARTING THE PRESSURE WASHER
WARNING: Improperly maintainingthis engine
couldcauseamalfunctioninwhich youcouldbe
serio lyiniuree.
Always perform a pre-operation inspection
beforeeach operationand correctany problem.
Note: It is important before you operate the pressure
washer to check the condition of the engine. Check for
signs of any gas or oil leaks. Check that all of the shields
and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts and screws
are tightened.
ADD ENGINE OIL
Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service
life. Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil, rated with
API SERVICE classification SF or SG. SAE lOW-30
weight is recommended for general use.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
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="20 T 0 I 20 I 40 I 60 = 801100°_ F
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Other viscosities (shown in the chart ABOVE) may be
used when the average temperature in your area is with-
in the recommended range. Use no special additives.
NOTE: Check oil level often during engine break in.
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LOWER LIMIT
To operate the engine you will need to do the following:
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Place ignitionswitch lever in STOP or OFF position.
Clean area around oil fill and remove oil dipstick.
• Wipe dipstick clean.
• Pour oil from the enclosed bottle into the oil fill
opening until oil reaches FULL mark on the dipstick.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
• Install oil dipstick, hand tighten securely.
DANGER! NEVER fill the fuel tank indoors.
NEVER fill the fuel tank when the engine is
running or hot. DO NOT light a cigarette or
smoke when filling the fuel tank.
DANGER! Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Always leave room for fuel expansion.
Wipe any fuel spillage from the engine and
equipment before starting.
ADD GASOLINE
Use fresh, clean, UNLEADED regular gasoline with a
pump octane rating of 86 or higher.
Note: Do not use gasoline containing methanol (wood
alcohol). Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol or grain
alcohol ("Gasohol"), or up to 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary
Butyl Ether) may be used but requires special care when
engine is unused for extended periods.
See "Storage" instructions on Page 15.
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Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
Slowly add "UNLEADED"regular gasoline to fuel tank.
Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
IMPORTANT: Never mix oil with gasoline.