Generac 6597 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
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The high pressure stream of water that this equipment
produces can cut through skin and its underlying
tissues, leading to serious injury and possible
amputation. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
• DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate power washer or play nearby.
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while
system is pressurized.
• NEVER aim spray gun at people, animals or electrical devices.
Serious injury will result.
• DO NOT secure spray gun in open position.
• DO NOT leave spray gun unattended while machine is running.
• NEVER use a spray gun which does not have a trigger lock or
trigger guard in place and in working order.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are
correctly attached.
Contact with muffler area can result in serious
burns. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite
combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank
causing a fire.
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Keep at least 5 feet (152 cm) of clearance on all sides of power
washer including overhead.
• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section 4442,
to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered,
or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective
working order. Other states or federal jurisdictions may have
similar laws.
• Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same
position as the original parts.
AUTOMATIC COOL DOWN SYSTEM (THERMAL
RELIEF)
If you run the engine on your power washer for 3-5 minutes
without pressing the trigger on the spray gun, circulating water
in the pump can reach temperatures above 125°F. The system
engages to cool the pump by discharging the warm water onto
the ground.
HOW TO STOP YOUR POWER WASHER
1. Release spray gun trigger.
2. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch to the "OFF" position.
3. ALWAYS point spray gun in a safe direction, and squeeze
spray gun trigger to release retained high water pressure.
Engage trigger lock when not in use.
4. Turn OFF water supply.
IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected.
The high pressure stream of water that this equipment
produces can cut through skin and its underlying
tissues, leading to serious injury and possible
amputation. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while
system is pressurized.
• ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction, squeeze spray gun
trigger to release high pressure, every time you stop engine.
Engage trigger lock when not in use.
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend
the life of the power washer. See any qualified dealer for service.
The power washer’s warranty does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, the operator must maintain the power washer
as instructed in this manual, including proper storage as detailed
in Winter Storage and Long Term Storage.
NOTE:
Should you have questions about replacing components
on your power washer, please call 1-888-436-3722 for
assistance.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly
maintain your power washer.
All service and adjustments should be made at least once each
season. Follow the requirements in the Maintenance Schedule
chart.
NOTE:
Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug, clean
or replace the air filter, and check the spray gun and nozzle
extension assembly for wear. A new spark plug and clean air
filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your engine run
better and last longer.
Maintenance