Steele Products SP-WE180 - Manual (Page 15)

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Lubrication
The pressure washer is designed with a permanent lubrication system. Conventional oil check and oil
changes are not necessary.
Note: In case of oil leakage, contact the Steele® Customer Service Department.
A small amount of leakage is normal.
Water Screen
The pressure washer is equipped with a water inlet screen to protect the pump.
Caution: If the screen is not kept clean, the flow of water to the pressure washer will be
restricted and the pump may be damaged.
• To clean inner water screen, remove quick connect and remove the filter screen from the pump
inlet. (See page 6, item 9)
• Back-flush screen to clean
• Replace screen and quick connect immediately to prevent any foreign matter from entering the
pump.
Caution: Do not damage the screen while removing or cleaning. Any foreign particles
entering the pump may damage the pump.
Cooling System
The air vents, located in and around the pressure washer, must be kept clean and free of any
obstructions to ensure proper air-cooling of the motor during operation.
Caution: Prevent water from penetrating the vents of the pressure washer to minimize
the risk of damage to the machine and to reduce the risk of shock to the operator.
Caution: Always store your pressure washer in a location where the temperature will
not fall below 0°C (32 °F). The pump in this machine is susceptible to permanent damage
if frozen. Freeze damage is not covered by the warranty.
If you must store your pressure washer in a location where the temperature is below 0°C (32 °F), you
can minimize the chance of damage to your machine by utilizing the following procedure:
1. Stop the pressure washer
2. Squeeze the trigger of the discharge gun to drain all water from the wand and hose.
3. Detach supply hose and high-pressure hose.
4. Restart pressure washer and let it run briefly (about 5 seconds) until water no longer discharges
from the pressure outlet.
Maintenance
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Moving and Storage Instructions
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