blueclean AR 144 S Quick setup guide

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1650 PSI
ElectricPressure Washer
QUICK ASSEMBLY AND
USE INSTRUCTIONS
Model AR 144 S
READ CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT: RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND ATTACH RECEIPT TO MANUAL FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
AR144_Quick-Start.pdf

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PACKAGE CONTENTSPACKAGE CONTENTSPACKAGE CONTENTS
HARDWARE CONTENTS
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
I Variable Spray Nozzle Lance 1
J Extension Lance 1
K Nozzle Cleaning Wire 1
L Turbo Lance 1
M Fixed Brush 1
N O-Ring Kit 1
AA Screws 2
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Spray Gun Holster 1
B Handle 1
C Power Washer Unit 1
D Cord Hook 1
E High Pressure Hose 1
F Spray Gun 1
G Spray Gun Lock/Unlock 1
H Foam Cannon 1
AA
Screw
Qty. 2
OFF/O
ON/I
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150ml
E
F
H
B
C
K
A
J
I
L
M
G
DN
AA
O-Rings
Note: Screws are located in
package with manual

PREPARATION
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PREPARATION
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all
parts are present. Compare parts with package contents
list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or
damaged, DO NOT attempt to assemble the product.
Estimated Assembly Time: 5 minutes
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Phillips
screwdriver
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATION
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C
B
AA
OFF/O
ON/I
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C
A
Power Unit Assembly
Install handle (B) to power washer unit (C). Secure
with screws (AA).
Note: DO NOT use a power screwdriver. When the
twist of the screwdriver. DO NOT overtighten.
Screw x 2
AA
AA
Screw
Qty. 2
Slide spray gun holder (A) onto left side, when facing the
unit, of power washer unit (C) as shown.
Note: This step does not require any screws.
Hardware Used:
OFF/O
ON/I
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C
D
Slide cord hook holster (D) onto right side, when facing
the unit, of power washer unit (C) as shown.
Note: This step does not require any screws.
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C
E
High Pressure Hose Assembly
Screw high pressure hose (E) clockwise onto bottom
front of power washer unit (C). Pull back collar and insert
o-ring post into water outlet far enough so collar can
thread onto outlet threads until hand tight. If it takes
fewer than six turns you have not properly tightened
the high pressure hose fitting.
Note: DO NOT use pliers or locking pliers to tighten.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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E
F
Connect the other end of high pressure hose (E) to
spray gun (F) by inserting the silver metal tip of high
pressure hose into the fitting just ahead of trigger
guard. It will lock into spray gun with a “click”.
Confirm hose is locked into spray gun by slightly
pulling on hose. The hose is now securely attached
to spray gun. Note: DO NOT press button on underside
of gun when connecting hose to gun.
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E
F
To release hose (E) from spray gun (F), press button on
underside of gun toward trigger guard. The hose will
slide out from connection.
Locking Spray Gun (before Lance installation)
To lock trigger of spray gun (F), point gun away from you
and press bottom half of lock button to engage lock.
Squeeze or pull trigger to make sure it is locked.
ALWAYS leave lock button in locked position when not
in use. This ensures the gun is in “safe” mode until it is
ready for use. To unlock, press top half of lock button to
release. Note: The trigger lock prevents trigger from being
accidentally engaged.
Lock
Unlock
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F
F
1
2
8
J
F
Extension Lance installation
With spray gun (F) in locked position, attach extension
lance (J) directly to spray gun. Insert lance extension
into gun, pushing together and turning clockwise
simultaneously. Turn the extension collar clockwise
to lock into place. To remove extension lance (J), turn
extension collar counterclockwise to unlock, then push
together and turn counterclockwise to release.
Note: The extension lance must be inserted in gun
before using any of the other attachments, and
in place for storage. It is recommended that once
extension is connected to leave it in place.

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PREPARATIONASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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I
J
L
M
H
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Variable Spray Nozzle Lance, Roto Spray Lance, or
Fixed Brush installation
Insert Foam Cannon (H), Variable Spray Nozzle (I), Roto
Spray Lance (L), or Fixed Brush (M) into the end of
the extension lance by inserting and pushing together
turning clockwise simultaneously. To remove push
together and turn counterclockwise.
Note: Push the safety lock button to lock the trigger
when changing lances to ensure that they do not
accidentally eject with force during removal.
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Garden Hose Adapter Installation
Attach garden hose to the black collar of garden hose
adapter.
Note: Flush out garden hose before connecting
to garden hose adapter.
You have now completed assembly and are ready to
begin using your electric power washer. Read and
observe all safety instructions.
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2
H
Detergent Bottle Installation
into screw-on top. If you do not see the straw, look
inside the bottle and attach it to the screw-on top. When
detergent or cleaner with a water ratio according to
instructions on the container.
• Pressure washer detergents are recommended. See
page 13 for more information.
• DO NOT use thick or gel-like detergents as they will
clog the power washer and can cause damage.
Insert detergent bottle (H) into extension lance (J),
push in and turn clockwise
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J
H
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Turn on water supply at the faucet to completely
open
• Make sure the “ON/OFF” switch is in the “OFF”
position. The power switch has international symbols
for ‘on’ and ‘off’: On (|) Off (O).
• Unwind the power cord completely and plug the GFCI
into a grounded 120 volt outlet. .
• Release the safety lock button on the spray gun by
pressing the top half of the safety lock button. While
pointing the spray gun in a safe direction, squeeze
the trigger on the spray gun until there is a steady
stream of water, letting the water and air out of the
hose.
• Turn the power switch to the “ON” (|) position. The
unit will turn on for 1 - 2 seconds and shut off. This is
a normal function of the auto start feature.
Unlock
F
OFF/0
ON/I
OFF/0
ON/I

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
H
J
• Begin power washing by squeezing the trigger on the
spray gun all the way into the handle.
• Release the spray gun trigger to stop the power washer
• Allow the motor to come to a complete stop before
squeezing the trigger again.
• Squeezing rapidly will cause the auto start feature to
miss an on/off cycle that may prevent it from turning
on while squeezing trigger after rapid squeezing. Use
slow deliberate trigger pulls to avoid such symptoms.
• Always test a small area to avoid chance of damaging
the surface.
• When using the variable spray nozzle, the spray
pattern and intensity can be adjusted for each task by
twisting the spray nozzle at the far end of the lance.
Operation Tips
• If you hear the motor run intermittently when the
trigger is not being squeezed, that is normal. The
pump is priming itself so it is ready to operate when
the trigger is squeezed. Turn off the power washer if
• The o-rings on the bayonet end of the nozzle lance
should be cleaned regularly and lubricated with non-
water soluble grease such as
petroleum jelly.
• Keep the nozzle cleaning wire for use in unclogging
the nozzle. If you lose the cleaning wire, a
straightened paper clip also works.
How to Avoid Damaging Surfaces
• Damage to surfaces being cleaned occurs because
the impact force of the water pressure exceeds
the durability of the surface. Bare wood can be
penetrated; paint can be peeled off, etc. You can vary
the force of your power washer by controlling:
1. The angle of the surface being cleaned
2. The distance of the nozzle from the surface being
cleaned
• NEVER use a narrow high pressure stream of water on
soft surfaces susceptible to damage.
Adjusting Soap Levels on Foam Cannon
Twist knob to adjust the level of soap as indicated on
the top of the Foam Cannon (J). Twist toward the higher
concentration of bubbles for more soap, or the opposite
direction for less.