Operating instructions, Basic elements of an engine, Basic elements of a pressure washer – Porter-Cable PCH3740 User Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BASIC ELEMENTS OF A

PRESSURE WASHER

High Pressure Pump: Increases the

pressure of the water supply.
Engine: Drives the high pressure

pump.
High Pressure Hose: Carries the

pressurized water from the pump to

the gun and spray wand.
Spray Gun: Connects with spray

wand to control water flow rate,

direction, and pressure.
Quick Connect Spray Wand: Allows

the user to quickly change out high-

pressure nozzles. See How To Use

Spray Wand instructions in this section.
Chemical Hose (not shown): Feeds

cleaning agents into the pump to

mix with the water. See How To

Apply Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents

instructions in this section.

Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location

of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Engine

High

Pressure

Hose

Spray

Gun

Quick

Connect

Spray Wand

High Pressure

Pump

BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN

ENGINE

Refer to the engine manual for

location and operation of engine

controls.
Choke Control: Opens and closes

carburetor choke valve.
Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip

operates recoil starter to crank

engine.
Fuel Valve Lever: Opens/closes

connection between fuel tank and

carburetor.
Engine Switch: Enables and disables

ignition system.

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