ABRASIVE GENTLE
988000-828
11-17-11 (REV:01)
Attach the wheel assembly (see page 8).
WARNING:
This Quick Reference Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator’s manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product. All page references refer to
the operator’s manual.
FIRST TIME ASSEMBLY
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UT80522B/UT80953B QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
STARTING THE UNIT (COLD START) USING DETERGENT
2
Install the upper and lower spray wand holder
(see page 8).
3
Connect the high pressure hose to the pump
(see page 9).
6
Install the handle (see page 8).
Assemble the trigger handle (see page 9).
4
Add entire bottle of oil provided to the pressure
washer (see page 10).
8
Completely uncoil garden hose or remove
completely from reel to prevent kinks.
Turn water faucet on fully.
Make sure there are no leaks.
With no nozzle installed, squeeze the trigger
to relieve air pressure. Hold the trigger until a
steady stream of water appears.
Add fuel (see page 11).
1
2
Put choke lever in ON (START) position
(see page 11).
3
Pull recoil starter to start (see page 11).
5
Turn the fuel valve to ON (see page 11).
Put engine switch in ON position (see page 11).
4
Allow engine to run for several seconds, then
move choke to OFF (RUN) position (see page 11).
NOZZLE SELECTION GUIDE
Use of soap nozzle will activate detergent injector at a
20:1 dilution ratio.
WARNING! Never use bleach or solvent-based detergent.
•Will damage your pump
•Will void your warranty
•Will damage plants/shrubs
BEFORE STORING THE UNIT
Add Pump Protector to the unit after each use and before storing. This will significantly improve pump
life.
To order Pump Protector, call customer service at 1-800-242-4672.
To add, follow the instructions provided by the Pump Protector manufacturer. (See page 13.)
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Use the chart below to determine the correct nozzle for your job.
HIGH PRESSURE
(NO SOAP WHEN USING THESE NOZZLES)
LOW
PRESSURE
(FOR SOAP OR
GENTLE RINSE)
0º Red 25º Green 40º White Blue Soap
Nozzle
Concrete, Brick, Masonry
Siding, Gutters, House
Fencing, Deck, Patio
Lawn Equipment, Boat, RV
Recommended Nozzle Use With Caution for Certain Applications
Turn the fuel valve to OFF before adding oil.
Set unit on flat surface so engine is level.
Remove dipstick, wipe clean, put back in hole
(but don’t screw in) and check oil level.
This is a 4-cycle engine. Do not mix fuel and
oil together.
Add fuel stabilizer every time you fuel the
machine.
DO NOT USE E15 OR E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT.
IT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW AND WILL
DAMAGE THE UNIT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
RESTARTING THE UNIT
(HOT RESTART)
6
Squeeze the trigger to relieve water pressure. Unit
will not start until this is done. (See page 11.)
1
If the engine does not start after each pull of
the recoil starter, squeeze the trigger to relieve
water pressure before attempting to start the
engine again.
If the engine does not start:
•check for enough fuel;
•may need to adjust choke position;
•try starting again.
PUMP
PROTECTOR
Connect the high pressure hose to the trigger handle
(see page 9).
5
Connect your garden hose to the pressure washer
(see page 9).
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FUEL VALVE ON
CHOKE LEVER ON (START)
ENGINE
SWITCH
ON
CHOKE LEVER OFF (RUN)
If you need more assistance,
visit our website at www.homelite.com
or call us at 1-800-242-4672.
DO NOT OVERTILT THE UNIT!
Pull recoil starter to start (see page 11).
2
2Install blue soap nozzle (see
page 12).
If detergent injection
hose comes loose
from pressure washer,
reattach it here.
Completely uncoil and straighten high pressure
hose to prevent kinks.
DETERGENT
1Put detergent injection hose
in cleaning solution (see
page 13).
3Squeeze trigger and wait
approx. 5 seconds for soap
(see page 13).
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