GreenWorks 51012 User manual
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757)
1700 PSI / 1.4 GPM
ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER
51012
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Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................... 3
Specific Safety Rules........................................................................................................4-5
Symbols ............................................................................................................................ 6-7
Electrical...........................................................................................................................8 -9
Know Your Pressure Washer. ............................................................................................ 10
Assembly .......................................................................................................................11-14
Operation...................................................................................................................... 15-20
Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 21-23
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 24-26
Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 2 7
Exploded View ...................................................................................................................28
Part List ........................................................................................................................ 29-31
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Induction Motor ......................................................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, 13 Amps, 3-Wire
Max. Pounds Per Square Inch Pressure* ..................................................................... 1700 psi
Rated Gallons Per Minute*........................................................................................... 1,4 gpm
Maximum Inlet Water Temperature .................................................................................. 104F
Cleaning Units...................................................................................................................2380 C.U
Unit Weight ...................................................................................................40.3 lbs (18.3 kg)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WARNING
Read and understand all instructions
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WARNING
When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when a product is used near
children.
Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop the product and release pressure
quickly.
Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not
operate product when you are tired. Do not rush.
medication.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.
Don’t overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This product is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter built into the power cord
plug. If replacement of the plug or cord is needed, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING
Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct discharge stream at people or animals.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION
plug of the power supply cord. This device provides additional protection from the risk of
electric shock. Should replacement of the plug or cord become necessary, use only identical
SERVICING OF A DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding.
No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for
grounding be added to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme
Replacement parts for a double insulated product must be identical to the parts they replace.
A double-insulated product is marked with the words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE
INSULATED.” The symbol may also be marked on the product.
EXTENSION CORDS
Do not use with extension cord. Plug directly into receptacle.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch
plug with wet hands.
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Know your product. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the machine’s applications
To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors away. All visitors should wear safety
glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area.
Use right product.
use it for a purpose not intended.
Dress properly.
and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar
lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your
footing on slippery surfaces.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Use only recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the product, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of
Never leave product running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave product until it comes
to a complete stop.
Keep the motor free of grass, leaves,
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for safe loading, unloading, transport, and
storage of machine.
Keep product dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
product.
Check the work area before each use.
wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
Do not use product if switch does not turn it off. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the product or to disconnect the plug from
an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or
outlet(s) to be used for the product.
and may be used for this measure of safety.
Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or any electrical device.
Before starting any cleaning operation, close doors and windows. Clear the area to be
,or industrial grade
solutions
irreversible damage to the machine.
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WARNING
High pressure jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse.
people, animals, electrical devices, or the machine itself.
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Check bolts and nuts for looseness before each use. A loose bolt or nut may cause serious
motor problems.
Before storing, allow the motor to cool.
When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.
ONLY use cold water.
Make sure minimum clearance of 3 feet is maintained from combustible materials.
Connect pressure washer only to an individual branch circuit.
Hold the handle and wand securely with both hands. Expect the trigger handle to move
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users. If you
loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead-based paints
Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
W Watt Power
no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Alternating Current Type of current
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc.,
per minute
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
Read Operator’s Manual understand operator’s manual before using this
product.
Eye Protection Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
direct a water stream towards people or pets or
the spray wand securely with both hands when
the machine is on.
safe practices can result in electric shock.
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their
meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOLS
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SYMBOLS
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
USE ACIDS, ALKALINES,BLEACHES,
INDUSTRIAL GRADE SOLUTIONS in this
product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated
with this product.
SERVICE
AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING
and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and
instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call GREENWORKS customer
service for assistance.
WARNING
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation,
always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a
full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or
standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1.
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ELECTRICAL
NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and
your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servic-
ing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that
is 120 volts, AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this product on direct
current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If
the product does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
DRIP LOOP (See Figure 1.)
and plug, we recommend using a simple drip loop as shown below.
Fig. 1
Pressure washer power cord
Drip loop
WARNING
The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in
the product’s internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.
DOUBLE INSULATED
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the
usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal
metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated products do not need to be
grounded.
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ELECTRICAL
WARNING
Keep the cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber,
WARNING
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the
usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal
metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated products do not need to be
grounded.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
hazards of ground fault currents. An example of ground fault current is the current that would
WARNING
PLUG INTO RECEPTACLE
ON
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD TO SUPPLY POWER TO THIS DEVICE
DO NOT IMMERSE
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KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this
operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this
product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. (See Figure 2.)
Fig. 2
DETERGENT TANK
Remove the cap from the detergent tank to add detergent to the pressure washer.
GFCI PLUG
The pressure washer is equipped with a GFCI plug to guard against the hazards of ground fault
currents. This plug does not protect against short circuits, overloads, or shocks.
HIGH PRESSURE HOSE REEL ASSEMBLY
A convenient hose reel stores the high pressure hose when the pressure washer is not in use.
AUTO ON/OFF SWITCH:
This Pressure washer is equipped with an Auto Start/Stop feature. To operate: Press power switch
On (I). Pump will pressurize and shut down immediately. Once the trigger of the gun is depressed
the unit will turn on. Unit will shut off and be in standby mode when trigger is released.
POWER CORD STORAGE
The power cord can be wrapped and stored with the hook and loop strap located on the lower
handle.
FOLDING HANDLE
The folding handle allows the handle to be lowered for convenient storage.
TRIGGER AND WAND ASSEMBLY
The Trigger and Wand allows you to operate the pressure washer by depressing the trigger to
activate the pump to spray water using the desired nozzle tip.
Spray wand
High Pressure hose
reel assembly
Detergent tank
Wheels
Auto On/Off switch
Water hose intake
Handle assembly
Nozzle storage bar
Release button
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed
in the packing list are included.
WARNING
Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List are already assembled to your product
when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and
require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could
result in serious personal injury.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily
operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-888-909-6757 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Pressure Washer with 25 ft. High Pressure Hose
Operator's manual and Quick Start Guide
Spray gun (Trigger)
Lance (Wand)
NOZZLES: Turbo nozzle (0°, 25°, 40°, black soap applicator)
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of
this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.
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ASSEMBLY
OPERATING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY (See Figure 3.)
Open for use: Lift up on the handle bar pivoting it towards the back into an upright position
until it clicks and locks into place.
To fold the handle, pull the latch sideways, and push the handle down and forward.
ASSEMBLING THE SPRAY WAND (See Figure 4.)
Push the end of the spray wand into the trigger handle and rotate clockwise to secure.
Pull on the spray wand to be certain it is properly secured.
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
OPEN
CLOSE
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ASSEMBLY
Fig. 5.1 Fig. 5.2
CONNECTING HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO TRIGGER HANDLE (See Figure 5.)
1. Align the pressure hose with the trigger handle and push up and into position. (Fig. 5.1)
2. With hose pushed into position on the trigger handle secure in place by turning the hose
lock clockwise until fully tightened. (Fig 5.2)
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Fig. 6
A
BA- Garden hose
B-Water intake
CONNECTING THE GARDEN HOSE (See Figure 6.)
CAUTION:
Always observe all local regulations when connecting hoses to the water main. Some areas have
restrictions against connecting directly to public drinking water supply to prevent the feedback of
preventer is usually permitted.
Uncoil the garden hose.
NOTE: There must be a minimum of 10 feet of unrestricted garden hose between the water intake and the
garden hose faucet or shut off valve (such as a “Y” shut off connector).
Run water through the garden hose for 120 seconds to clean any debris from the hose.
Inspect the screen in the water intake.
If the screen is damaged, do not use the machine until the screen has been replaced.
If the screen is dirty, clean it before connecting the garden hose to the machine.
With the hose faucet turned completely off, attach the end of the garden hose to the water
intake. Tighten by hand only.
ASSEMBLY
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OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction
WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or any electrical device. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Cleaning boats, cars, trucks, motorcycles, outdoor furniture, grills, house siding, driveways,
patios and decks.
DETERGENT ADDING AND USE (See Figure 7-1.)
Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; household detergents, acids, alkalines,
Soap is applied under low pressure high volume for optimum performance
Soap can not be applied under high pressure with this machine
Many detergents may require mixing prior to use. Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the
solution bottle.
SOAP APPLICATION
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OPERATION
To add:
Place pressure washer upright on a flat surface
Remove cap from detergent tank
Pour detergent into tank
To use:
CAUTION
Use only approved pressure washer cleaners. Do not use bleach, chlorine,or any cleaners
containing acids.
The dial is used to control the suction between detergent tanks and increase/decrease detergent
Turn dial to choose the desired tank.(See Figure 7-2.)
Connect low pressure black soap nozzle to the wand connector.(See Figure 7-3.)
Squeeze the trigger and the detergent will automatically be mixed with the water and dispensed
from the nozzle.
NOTE: Use a funnel, if needed, to prevent accidental spilling of the detergent outside the tank. If any deter-
Reinstall cap.
Fig. 7-1
Fig. 7-2
Fig. 7-3
Use SOAP tip only
SOAP OFF
B
A
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OPERATION
STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE WASHER (See Figure 8.)
CAUTION:
Do not run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on.
Connect the garden hose.
Turn the garden hose on then squeeze the trigger and hold for 120 seconds to relieve air pressure.
Once a steady stream of water appears,release the trigger.
After ensuring the On/Off switch is in the OFF ( O ) position,connect the pressure washer to the
power supply.
Press the reset button on the pressure washer’s plug to make sure the unit is ready for
operation.
Press ON ( I ) on the switch to start the motor.
To stop the motor, release the trigger and press OFF( O ) on the switch.
NOTE: The pressure washer may be on and the system may have pressure even when the pump and/or motor
cannot be heard running. Always use caution around the pressure washer.
WARNING
Hold the trigger handle securely with both hands. Expect the trigger handle to move when the
trigger is pulled due to reaction forces. Failure to do so could cause loss of control and injury to
yourself and others.
On/off
switch
Fig. 8
NOTE: AUTO ON/OFF SWITCH: This Pressure washer is equipped with an Auto Start/Stop feature.
To operate: Press power switch On (I). Pump will pressurize and shut down immediately.Once the
trigger of the gun is depressed the unit will turn on. Unit will shut off and be in standby mode when
trigger is released.
NOTE: If the pressure washer pulsates and the water stream is intermittent turn the pressure washer off and
continue to bleed air out of the system. Ensure to check that the garden hose is fully turned on and not kinked
which could prevent air in the system and pulsating. This process could take minimum of 120 seconds or longer.
SOAP OFF
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OPERATION
1
22
33
Spray wand
Turbo nozzle
1-Pull back the quick-connect collar
2-Push the nozzle into place
3-Push the collar forward
Nozzle
USING THE NOZZLES
best nozzle for your application.
NOTE:
"#$!!%&'*
The Red 0 degree tip provides a straight line of spray. It provides the
highest amount of pressure. It is best used for removing hard, stuck-
on grime or dirt.
+#;%<='*
The Green pressure washer tip provides high versatility with its 25
degree angle tip. Referred to as the washing tip, because it provides
adequate pressure to remove dirt from surfaces, but is designed to
not damage many surfaces. This pressure washer tip is designed for
“sweeping” foliage or debris given its wide angle. This tip is versatile
due to its wide area of cleaning and strong pressure application.
NOZZLE APPLICATION
25O
0O
Soap is applied under low pressure high volume for optimum performance.
Soap cannot be applied under high pressure with this machine.
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OPERATION
White - Wide fan tip (40° )
The white 40 degree tip, referred to as the “fan” tip creates the
widest area of cleaning with relatively low pressure. This pressure
washer tip is best used for light or delicate cleaning applications. It
is recommended for light cleaning on wood decks and other soft or
delicate surfaces.
Black - Soap nozzle tip
The black soap degree tip, referred to as the low pressure nozzle.
This is for use with soap application.
Turbo Nozzle Tip
The nozzle rotates in a zero to 15 degree spray pattern in a circular
motion to break down tough dirt and grime. The spray pattern can
cover area of 4 to 8 inches wide, depending on a distance between
the tip and the surface being cleaned.
NOZZLE APPLICATION
WARNING
NEVER change nozzles without engaging the lock-out on the trigger handle and NEVER point the
wand at your face or at others. The quick-connect feature contains small springs that could eject
the nozzle with some force. Failure to heed this may cause personal injury.
Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply.Pull trigger to release water
pressure.
Engage the lock-out on the trigger handle by pushing the trigger lock button to the right.
Pull back the quick-connect collar.
Push the nozzle into place in the spray wand.
Push the collar forward so that the nozzle is secured properly. Check to see that the nozzle is
secure.
TO DISCONNECT A NOZZLE FROM THE TRIGGER HANDLE ONCE THE CLEANING JOB IS
COMPLETE:
Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water
pressure.
Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then pulling back the quick-connect collar.
Place nozzle in the nozzle storage area on the trigger handle.
USINGTHESPRAYWANDTRIGER(See Figure 10.)
For greater control and safety, keep both hands on the trigger handle at all times.
Pull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressure washer.
TO ENGAGE THE LOCK-OUT:
Push up on the lock-out until it clicks into the slot.
TO DISENGAGE THE LOCK-OUT:
Push the lock-out down and into its original position. For the most effective cleaning, the spray
nozzle should be between 8 in. and 24 in. from the surface to be cleaned. If the spray is too
close it can damage the cleaning surface.
40O
SOAP pressure high volume for optimum
applied under high pressure with this machine.
Soap is applied under low
performance. Soap cannot be
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OPERATION
To clean:
Pour detergent in the detergent tank.
Install the black soap nozzle on the spray wand.
Start the pressure washer and spray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even,
overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow detergent to dry on the surface.
To rinse:
Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down, overlapping the strokes.
MOVING THE PRESSURE WASHER
To move the pressure washer:
Turn the pressure washer off. Point nozzle in a safe direction and pull trigger to release water
pressure.
Tilt the achine toward you until it balances on the wheels then roll the achine to the
desired position.
OPERATING THE PRESSURE WASHER (See Figure 11.)
to use. Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the solution bottle.
Fig. Fig.
Slot
Trigger
Lock out
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