Simpson 61297 User manual

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Part Number 7120010 / English
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61297 Electric Powered
Pressure Washer
Quick Start Guide
1. This quick start guide is not a replacement for the owner’s manual. Be sure to download and read
the owners manual before operating the machine for the rst time.
2. Read all the information in the safety section of this document and all related user manuals before
operating the machine.
3. Perform the procedures outlined in this quick start guide before operating the machine.
Notes: Contact Us:
To obtain a full manual, including your warranty terms, scan the code or text the number
on the Learn More label on the machine, or visit https://www.simpsoncleaning.com, or
contact Customer Support at 1-877-362-4271 or email: [email protected]
If you have any questions regarding the unpacking,
assembly, or use of your pressure washer, please
have your model number and serial number ready,
then contact customer support at 1-877-362-4271
or email [email protected].
SAMPLE
Attempting to use the pressure washer incorrectly
can result in motor and/or pressure washer damage,
and may cause serious injury or death. To avoid these
hazards, be sure to read, understand, and follow
the steps outlined in the OPERATING CHECKLIST
section of the owner’s manual before starting the
pressure washer, and follow all the guidelines for
proper use of the pressure washer.
This product has many parts that move at high
speeds. Moving parts can cause crushing injuries,
broken bones, severe lacerations, and/or traumatic
amputations. To prevent injury, never place ngers,
hands, feet, or other body parts near running pressure
washer. Never operate product with covers, shrouds,
or other guards removed. Do not wear loose-tting
clothing, dangling drawstrings, or any other hanging
items that could become entangled in moving parts
while operating. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry
before operating.
Pressure washing with volatile, ammable, or
corrosive liquids could cause pressure washer
damage, re, or explosion resulting in severe injury
and/or death. To avoid these hazards, use only
approved soaps and chemicals. Do not attempt to
pressure wash with volatile, ammable, or corrosive
liquids, and NEVER use bleach.
OPERATION
CHECKLIST MOVING PARTS
WARNING:WARNING:
The high pressures created by a pressure washer
can cause uid injection injuries, severe lacerations,
amputations, and / or death. To avoid these hazards,
always aim the spray gun and lance in a safe direction
when using a pressure washer and never attempt to
touch a leak in a high-pressure hose or tting.
INJECTION INJURY
VOLATILE LIQUIDS
Untrained persons, young children, and pets can
be seriously injured or killed if allowed to incorrectly
operate or play with a running pressure washer.
To avoid these hazards, be sure anyone operating
the pressure washer receives proper instructions,
understands safe operation, and has read the
owner’s manual before operating this product. Do
not let children operate the pressure washer without
parental supervision. Keep young children and pets
away from the pressure washer while it is running.
Always turn o󰀨 the pressure washer before leaving
the area.
UNTRAINED
OPERATION
Failure to inspect this product and before use could
result in product damage, serious injury, and/or death.
To avoid these hazards, inspect the pressure washer
before each use. Check for loose or damaged parts,
signs of oil leaks, missing guards, plugged cooling
vents, or any other condition that may a󰀨ect proper
operation. Repair or replace all damaged or defective
parts and keep all safety guards in place and in proper
working order before using the pressure washer.
INSPECT
Safety:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage, serious injury, and/ or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in property damage and/or minor to moderate injury.
Indicates information considered important but not directly hazard related.
NOTE: Be sure to read understand the safety information listed below. Each box contains one of three words: WARNING, CAUTION,
or NOTICE each of these words indicates a di󰀨erent level of hazard severity and is followed by information about specic hazards, the
consequences of the hazards, and instructions on how to avoid the hazards. Failure to heed these symbols and the information provided with
them could result in property damage, injury, and/or death.
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SAMPLE
CAUTION:CAUTION:
NOTICE
WARNING:WARNING:
WARNING:WARNING: WARNING:WARNING:
WARNING:WARNING:
Turning o󰀨 the water supply to your pump with the
motor running will damage the pump. Damage
caused by running the pump without water is not
covered under warranty. To avoid this hazard always
turn o󰀨 the pressure washer before shutting o󰀨 the
water supply.
PUMP DAMAGE
NOTICE
Running the pressure washer for more than two
minutes without the spray gun trigger pulled will
overheat the pump and possibly cause damage. The
thermal relief valve will open and spray water to help
cool the pump as it overheats. To avoid overheating
the pump, shut o󰀨 the machine if not being used for
longer than two minutes.
PUMP DAMAGE
NOTICE
PUMP PURGING
NOTICE
Running a pressure washer pump without water will
severely damage the pump seals and other internal
components. To avoid this hazard, make sure your
water supply is uninterrupted, provides at least
5 GPM at 20 PSI, and always purge the air your
pressure washer pump before starting the engine.
Refer to the ‘Assembly / Connecting Hoses’ section
of this quick-start guide to learn how to purge the
pump of air.
NOTICE
Using chemical cleaners and/or corrosive liquids
can damage the pressure washer seals and internal
components. Damage caused by chemical cleaners
and corrosive liquids is not covered under warranty.
To avoid these hazard, only used approved cleaning
chemicals, never use bleach, and always run clean
water through the pressure washer after using
cleaning chemicals.
CHEMICAL
CLEANERS

NOTICE NOTICE
IMPORTANT!
4. Make sure the inlet screen is clean
before inserting the screen into the pump
inlet with the convex side facing out.
5. Turn on the water supply for 30 seconds to purge
any dirt or debris from the supply hose. Then, turn o󰀨
the water supply and thread the water supply hose
into the pump inlet.
8. Select the correct
nozzle for your
cleaning job per
nozzle selection chart
in this document and
install it onto the lance
by pulling the quick-
connect coupler back,
inserting the nozzle,
then releasing the
coupler allowing it to
snap back in place.
6. While pulling back on the pump outlet collar, insert the
hose connector then release the collar. Gently tug on the
hose to make sure it is locked.
7. While pulling back on the hose outlet
collar, insert the gun connector then release
the collar. Gently tug on the hose to make
sure it is locked.
NOTICE
This appliance is not intended to be used by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
3. Secure the lance to the gun by carefully
turning the coupler on the spray gun until the
coupler stops rotating. Do not over tighten.
Most of the threads on the lance will not be
visible if the lance and gun are properly
assembled. Be careful not to cross-thread the
gun and lance.
WARNING! The threads on the lance and
gun coupler can be easily cross threaded
resulting in an improper assembly. An
improper assembly of the gun and lance can
result in personal injury. Do not use if the
threads on the gun coupler and or lance are
cross threaded.
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Water can damage the pressure washer electrical
components if allowed to enter through cooling slots
or other holes. Damage caused by water intrusion
is not covered under warranty. To avoid electrical
damage, do not use a pressure washer, garden hose,
or any other sources of running water to clean the
pressure washer, and never submerge the pressure
washer in any liquids.
CLEANING
High-pressure spray can damage plants and other
surfaces. To avoid damaging plants, cover them
before spraying near them. To avoid damaging
surfaces. Refer to the Nozzle Selection table in this
manual for correct nozzle and test surfaces before
spraying to make sure they are strong enough to
withstand high-pressure spray.
SPRAY DAMAGE
Assembly / Connecting Hoses:
A RED shipping plug is in the pump that must be replaced with a BLACK
breather cap. The cap is easy to replace with the following steps:
1. Using a bladed screw driver, remove the RED shipping plug from
the top of the pump.
2. Hand thread the BLACK breather cap into the pump.
3. Snug the cap with your ngers.
Unpacking:
1. Place the shipping carton on a solid, at surface.
2. Carefully cut the top of the carton open.
3. Carefully cut each corner of the carton from top to bottom.
4. Lay each side of the carton at on the ground.
5. Remove everything from the carton.
1. Install the handle.
Slide the handle onto the frame then secure it with the
included knobs and bolts.
2. Add the pump breather cap.
RED shipping plug
BLACK breather cap
9. Turn the water faucet completely
on. Do not run the unit without
water supply connected and turned
on. Use cold water only.
Anytime the pressure washer may endure freezing
temperatures, remaining water needs to be drained
from the pump, high-pressure hose and spray gun
assembly. Drain the hose, spray gun and pump as
explained in the pressure washer Use and Care
Manual. It is suggested to purge the pump of water
by using Simpson®Pump Guard or equivalent pump
protectant.
FREEZE DAMAGE
NOTICE

3. Place the trigger lock in the
locked position before removing
and installing nozzles.
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10. Release all air from the
pump and high pressure hose
by depressing the trigger until a
steady stream of water is present;
approximately 30 seconds. When
completed, engage the trigger lock.
11. Plug GFCI into power
receptacle. Firmly press and release
the TEST button, then press and
release the RESET button. The light
on the GFCI should illuminate.
12. Press the ON/OFF button
into the ON position. Squeeze the
trigger to start pressure washing.
RESET
TEST
RESRESEETT
TESTTEST
1. Attach the open
end of the soap hose
to the barbed tting
on the pump.
4. Insert the black
nozzle into the
spray wand.
NOTE: Soaps will
not siphon if the
black soap nozzle
is not installed on
the spray wand.
Using Chemicals:
NOTE: After using soap, place the ltered end of the soap hose into a container of clean water and run pressure washer drawing clean water through the
hose and pump until the system is thoroughly rinsed. If soap or other chemicals remain in the pump, the pump could be damaged. Pump damage from soap
or chemical residue is not covered under warranty.
Selecting a Nozzle:
NOTE: Before using the pressure washer, always verify that the nozzle is locked
correctly by gently tugging on the nozzle. A loose nozzle could y loose causing
injury and/or damage.
Color Spray
Pattern Uses Surfaces
Red 0°
Spot cleaning
hard, unpainted
surfaces and
high-reach
areas
Unpainted metal and concrete
DO NOT use on wood
Yellow 15°
Intense cleaning
of unpainted
surfaces
Grills, driveways, concrete and
brick walkways, unpainted brick
and stucco
Green 25°
Standard
cleaning
nozzle for most
applications
Yard tools, sidewalks, lawn
furniture, unpainted siding, stucco,
gutters, eaves, concrete, and brick
surfaces
White 40°
Cleaning painted
or delicate
surfaces
Autos, trucks, RVs, boats,wood,
painted brick, painted stucco, vinyl,
and painted siding
Black Soap
Applying
cleaning
solutions
Safe on all surfaces. Always verify
compatibility of cleaning solutions
prior to use.
SOAP
2. Place the
ltered end of
the soap hose
into a container
of soap.
NOTE: Use
only soaps that
are approved
for pressure
washer use.
Pressure Washing Tips:
2. A wider spray equals faster cleaning, while tighter spray equals deeper
cleaning.
1. Set the trigger lock on the spray gun when not in use.
3. Do not aim the nozzle straight at a surface. Hold the wand at a
45-degree angle to the surface and at a distance that cleans well without
causing damage.
4. Keep the nozzle about 4-feet away from siding to prevent damage to
surfaces.
5. Wash siding by starting at the bottom and working your way up, then
rinse from the top down.
6. Avoid driving water up behind siding.
7. For even cleaning, use overlapping strokes.
8. Work in smaller areas and do not let soap dry on surfaces.
9. Whenever freezing weather is possible, remove any remaining water
from the high-pressure hose, spray gun assembly and the pump as
indicated in the pressure washer Use and Care Manual. We suggest
protecting the pump by using Simpson®Pump Guard.