Powermate PWZ0142700.01 - Manual (Page 11)

Copyright © 2011 MAT Industries, LLC M100135 11 - ENG
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
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STARTING
Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for
proper starting procedure.
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 Owners
Manual for correct procedure�
2� Check engine oil level. See Engine Owners Manual
for correct procedure�
3� Connect the water hose to the water source. Turn
the water source on to remove all air from the hose�
When a steady stream of water is present, turn the
water source off�
4� Verify the filter screen is in water
inlet of pump. (Fig. 10)
NOTE: Cone side faces out�
5� Connect water source to pump inlet� NOTE: Water
source must provide a minimum of 5 gallons per minute
at 20 PSI. (Fig. 11)
WARNING
To reduce the possibility of con-
tamination always protect against back flow when
connected to a potable water system.
6� Connect high pressure hose to pump outlet�
7� If applying a chemical or cleaning solution, see
How To Apply Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents instructions
in this section�
8� Insert the quick connect nozzle for the task being
performed� See How To Use Wand instructions in this
section�
9� Turn water source on.
CAUTION
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE. Failure
to do so could cause damage to the pump.
10� Remove all air from the pump and high pressure
hose by depressing trigger until a steady stream of
water is present�
11� Start engine. See Engine Owners Manual for correct
procedure�
WARNING
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. If
engine does not start after two pulls, squeeze trig-
ger of gun to relieve pump pressure. Pull starter cord
slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly
to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
12� Depress trigger on gun to start water flow.
WARNING
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION.
Stand on a stable surface and grip gun/spray wand
firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to kick when
triggered.
13� Release trigger to stop water flow.
DANGER
RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY. Al-
ways engage the trigger lock when gun is not in use� Fail-
ure to do so could cause accidental spraying�
SHUTTING DOWN
1� After each use, if you have applied chemicals, fill the
chemical tank with clean water and draw clean water
through chemical injection system to rinse system
thoroughly�
CAUTION
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE. Failure
to do so could cause damage to the pump.
2� Turn engine off. See Engine Owner’s Manual.
CAUTION
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE. 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�
FIG. 11
FIG. 10
Filter Screen
High-Pressure
Hose Hook-up
Water Source
Trigger Lock Engaged
FIG. 12