Generac 6596 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
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Follow these instructions to change nozzles:
1. Pull back collar on quick–connect and pull current nozzles
off. Store nozzles in holder provided on the accessory storage
(Figure 13).
Figure 13 – Nozzles
2. Select desired nozzle:
3. Pull back on collar, insert new nozzle and release collar. Tug
on nozzle to make sure it is securely in place.
• For delicate rinse (lower pressure and higher flow), for gentle
cleaning of cars/trucks, boats, RV’s, patio furniture, lawn
equipment, etc., select white nozzle (Figure 14).
Figure 14 – Low Pressure Nozzle (White)
• For general rinsing (medium pressure and medium flow), ideal for
most all purpose cleaning such as home siding, brick patios, wood
decks, driveways and sidewalks, garage floors, etc., select yellow
nozzle (Figure 15).
Figure 15 – Medium Pressure Nozzle (Yellow)
• For maximum rinsing (higher pressure and lower flow), for stubborn
or hard to reach surface such as second story surfaces, paint
removal, oil stains, rust removal or other stubborn substances (tar,
gum, grease, wax, etc.), select red nozzle (Figure 16).
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This tip (Red Nozzle) can damage work surface if it is
too close or held in one position for an extended time.
Figure 16 – Maximum Pressure Nozzle (Red)
• When applying detergent, use only the black nozzle (Figure 17).
Only use power washer safe detergents/soaps to help break down
stubborn dirt and grime on a variety of surfaces.
Figure 17 – Detergent Nozzle (Black)
CLEANING AND APPLYING DETERGENT
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Chemicals can cause bodily injury, and/or property
damage.
• NEVER use caustic liquid with power washer.
• Use ONLY power washer safe detergents/soaps. Follow all
manufacturers instructions.
To apply detergent, follow these steps:
1. Review use of nozzles.
2. Open container cap (if so equipped, Figure 18).
3. Prepare detergent solution as required by job.
Set-up