Porter-Cable PCH2401 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
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STARTING
Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for proper starting procedures
for your engine type.
1. In a well ventilated outdoor area Add fresh high quality unleaded gasoline
with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled
fuel before starting the engine. Refer to engine manual for correct procedure.
2. Check engine oil level. See Engine Operators Manual for correct procedure.
NOTE: There will be a slight amount of oil in the engine from factory testing.
3. Verify the filter screen is in water inlet of pump.
NOTE: Cone side faces out.
4. Connect water source to pump inlet.
NOTE: Water source must provide a minimum of 5
gallons per minute at 20 p.s.i.
5. Connect high pressure hose to pump outlet.
6. If applying a chemical or cleaning solution, see How
To Siphon Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents in Operation
section of this manual.
7. Turn water source on. NOTE: Make sure water
supply is turned on.
8. Start engine. See Engine operators Manual for
correct procedure. NOTE: If the engine does not
start after two pulls, pull the trigger to relieve the
pressure.
9. Depress trigger on gun to start water flow.
NOTE: Stand on a stable surface
and grip
gun/wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to
kick when triggered.
10. Release trigger to stop water flow.
11. Adjust nozzle spray for the task being performed or change quick connect
tip. See How To Use Wand instructions in this section.
TO SHUT DOWN
IMPORTANT: Read and understand how to shut down the pressure washer
before operating.
1. If you have siphoned chemicals, siphon a bucket of clean water through the
chemical hose. NOTE: Failure to do so will cause damage to the pump.
2. Refer to engine manual for correct engine shut down procedure.
NOTE: NEVER turn the water off with the engine running.
3. Turn water source off.
4. Pull trigger on spray gun to relieve any water pressure in hose or spray gun.
5. See Storage section in this manual for proper storage procedures.
Filter Screen
High Pressure Hose
Water
Source