Mac Allister 020271-0 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: 1800 PSI Upright Pressure Washer

Summary of 020271-0

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    Model no. 020271-0 (1800 psi pressure washer) manual no. 199291gs revision 1 (2/20/2006) upright pressure washer operator’s manual questions? Help is just a moment away! Call your technical helpline at 0845 300 2577. Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operati...

  • Page 2: Save These Instructions

    2 save these instructions contents i - product specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 ii - safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 iii - know your pressure washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 iv - assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 3: Warning

    3 warning running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death. Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting or poisoning. • operate pressure washer only outd...

  • Page 4: Caution

    4 the high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause injury. • never aim spray gun at...

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    5 iii - know your pressure washer read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer. Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A - oil fil...

  • Page 6: IV - Assembly

    Iv - assembly important: read entire operator’s manual before you attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer. Remove pressure washer from carton 1. Set the carton on a rigid flat surface. 2. Remove everything from carton except pressure washer. 3. Open carton completely by slicing each ...

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    1. Place bottom of pressure washer frame on a flat, even surface. Temporarily place unit on blocks to ease assembly. 2. Slide axle through holes in frame, as shown in figure 1. 3. Slide a wheel over the axle. Note: be sure to install wheel with raised hub inboard. 4. Retain wheel on axle stud with r...

  • Page 8: V - Operation

    8 checklist before starting engine review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed all of the following. 1. Make sure handle is in place and secure. 2. Check that oil has been added to proper level in the engine crankcase. 3. Add proper fuel to fuel tank. 4. Check for properly tightened hose...

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    Caution: do not run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on. • damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty. 8. Continue to hold trigger until there is a steady stream of water and no air remains in system. This will make it easier to pul...

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    1. Slide nozzle forward when you wish to adjust spray to low pressure mode. 2. Slide nozzle backward to achieve high pressure. 3. Point nozzle down towards a firm surface and press trigger to test pattern. 4. Twisting nozzle adjusts spray pattern from a narrow pattern to a fan pattern. Usage tips • ...

  • Page 11: VI -  Maintenance

    11 2. Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you plan to spray. Warning: high pressure spray could cause you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface. • keep spray nozzle between 20 to 60 cm (8 to 24 in) away from cleaning surface. • operate this unit on a stable surface. • be ...

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    Warning: the high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. • never repair high pressure hose. Replace it. • replacement hose rating must exceed maximum pressure rating of unit. Check for cuts,...

  • Page 13: Vii - Storage

    13 o–ring maintenance through the normal operation of your pressure washer, o–rings are used to keep the connections of the hoses and spray gun tight and leak–free. These o-rings may become worn or damaged. An o–ring maintenance kit is provided with your pressure washer which includes replacement o-...

  • Page 14: Viii - Troubleshooting

    14 viii - troubleshooting problem cause correction pump has following problems: failure to produce pressure, erratic pressure, chattering, loss of pressure, low water volume. 1. Nozzle in low pressure mode. 2. Water inlet is blocked. 3. Inadequate water supply. 4. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking. 5....

  • Page 15: Ix - Warranty

    15 e.C declaration of conformity description: portable pressure washer model: mac3.5pwa 020271 noise level*: measured lwa: 100 db(a)/pw guaranteed lwa: 100 db(a)/pw sound pressure level @ 7 m: 75 db(a) the guarantor certifies that the above product meets the requirements of the european community la...

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