PRESSURE WASHER ELECTRIC 1800W AR

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product.

This manual contains information that relates to PROTECTING PERSONAL SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. It is very important to read this manual carefully and understand it thoroughly before using the product. The symbols listed below are used to indicate this information.

DANGER

Potential hazard that will result in serious injury or loss of life.

WARNING

Hazard that could result in serious injury or loss of life.

CAUTION

Potential hazard that may result in moderate injury or damage to equipment.

Note: The word “Note” is used to inform the reader of something the operator needs to know about the tool.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the instructions before using this product.

1.Warning – When using this product basic, precautions should always be followed, including the following

2.Read all the instructions before using the product

3.Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

4.Keep operating area clear of persons

5.Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times.

6.Follow the maintenance instructions as specified in the manual

7.To avoid personal injury and/or damage to property and to maximize your pressure washing experience, carefully follow all of the safety tips, instructions, warnings and safeguards and become familiar with all of the controls.

8.This pressure washer conforms to CSA and other safety and consumer standards. DO NOT modify or rebuild any part of your power washer.

9.DO NOT use your pressure washer when you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Use this

power tool carefully and only when you are alert.

10.Watch your balance and footing while using your pressure washer. Surfaces become slippery when wet and are extra slippery when using a detergent or cleaner.

11.NEVER operate the pressure washer in bare feet, sandals, or open-toed shoes.

12.When using the pressure washer near children, make sure they are closely supervised by an adult to avoid injury. NEVER let a child use the pressure washer.

13.Keep fingers, hands, feet and any part of your body clear of the stream of high pressure water. The powerful spray can cause blindness or blast holes in the skin. It can break a window if you are too close when you pull the trigger on the spray gun.

14.ALWAYS wear eye protection to prevent injury to eyes when operating the pressure washer.

15.To avoid mishaps or injury, ALWAYS use the trigger safety lock when not using the pressure washer even if the spraying stops for a moment.

16.Point the spray gun in a safe direction when beginning a pressure washing session.

17.NEVER spray directly at a person, animal, electrical device or the unit itself.

18.When first using the spray gun, hold the spray gun and lance with two hands when pulling the trigger (one hand to pull the trigger and the other to stabilize the gun assembly) until you get used to the “kickback” from the spray gun.

19.When you press the power switch to turn off the pressure washer, water pressure may remain in the system. To discharge the pressure, point the spray gun in a safe direction and pull the trigger.

20.NEVER spray flammable liquids.

21.NEVER use the pressure washer in areas that contain combustible dust, liquids or vapors.

22.Avoid contact of the pressure hose with sharp objects and examine the hose regularly. Replace if damaged. Due to the high pressure involved, it cannot be repaired if cut or damaged.

23.Only use detergent specifically formulated for pressure washers and follow instructions on the detergent’s label.

24.Protect eyes, lungs, and skin from exposure to detergent. Dish or laundry soap is too thick and will clog the nozzle of your detergent bottle.

IMPORTANT: Store the pressure washer indoors to prevent the water in the unit from expanding under freezing conditions. When the water freezes and expands, your pressure washer will be damaged and become inoperable. Or, if storing outdoors, it is recommended you use pump saver (not included) to protect pumps.

25.NEVER use hot water with your pressure washer. It will overheat and damage the high pressure pump.

26.NEVER leave the pressure washer unattended while it is powered “ON”.

27.ALWAYS turn the water supply “ON ” before turning the pressure washer power to “ON”. Running

the pump dry will cause damage to the internal components.

28.NEVER use a water supply to your pressure washer that exceeds 150 PSI maximum.

29.NEVER disconnect the high pressure hose from the pressure washer while the system is pressurized.

30.NEVER permanently engage the trigger mechanisms on the spray gun.

31.NEVER operate the pressure washer unless all components are properly and securely connected.

32.NEVER allow the pressure washer pump to run for more than one minute after you have turned off the water supply. This can cause the motor and pump to overheat and fail.

33.NEVER use lances or other parts that are not compatible for this specific AR Blue Clean unit.

34.NEVER spray any electrical outlet with your pressure washer.

35.Inspect the power cord before using. DO NOT use it if it is damaged.

Servicing of a Double-Insulated Appliance

In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. Grounding means are not provided for a double insulated product, nor should grounding means be added to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should only be done by qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts for a double-insulated products must be identical to the original parts.

“Double Insulated” products are marked with symbol shown here.

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.

Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Phillips screwdriver

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Power Unit Assembly

Slide the spray gun holster (B) onto left side, when facing the pressure washer unit (A).

Note: When placing the gun with the lance attached, the nozzle will rest in this tray.

Slip tab into slot and screw the nozzle tray (E) on bottom left, when facing the pressure washer unit (A).

Secure with screw (AA).

Note: DO NOT use a power screwdriver. When all free play has been taken up, give a small final clockwise twist of the screwdriver.

DO NOT overtighten.

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High Pressure Hose Assembly

Screw high pressure hose (D) clockwise onto bottom left, when facing the unit, front of pressure washer unit (A). 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. It is easier to position the pressure washer in front of you to ensure that the threads are started correctly. Failure to properly tighten high pressure hose will result in the hose slipping or popping off immediately upon turning unit on. Do not worry about damage if this occurs–just reinstall and take extra care when screwing on the high pressure hose fitting.

Note: DO NOT use pliers or locking pliers to tighten.

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Connect the other end of high pressure hose (D) to spray gun (J) by inserting the brass 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 them. The hose is now securely attached to spray gun.

Note: DO NOT press button on underside of gun when connecting hose to gun.

To release hose (D) from spray gun (J), press button on underside of gun toward trigger guard. The hose will slide out from connection.

Locking Spray Gun (before Lance installation) To lock the trigger of the spray gun (J), aim the gun away from you and push the lock button from right to left. After doing so, squeeze or pull the trigger to make sure it is locked and will not move. 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.

Variable Spray Nozzle Lance and Turbo Nozzle Lance Installation

While the spray gun (J) is in the locked position, insert the variable spray nozzle lance (F) or turbo nozzle lance (I ) into the end of the spray gun, by inserting and pushing together turning clockwise simultaneously. To remove, push together and turn counterclockwise. Note: Always push the safety lock button to lock the trigger when changing lances to ensure that they do not accidentally eject with force during removal.

Note: When using the turbo lance, make sure the turbo nozzle is screwed on tight at the end of the lance each time you use it.

Note: Turbo nozzle is not adjustable.

Fixed Brush Installation

The fixed brush is specially designed to clean rims and vehicle wheels.

Screw the adaptor for the spray gun onto the fixed brush. Then align the tongues of the adaptor with the grooves of the spray gun (J) and insert it.

Securely fit the fixed brush by turning it clockwise until it locks into place.

Press the fixed brush towards the lance extension and turn it anticlockwise to remove it.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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Garden Hose Adapter Installation

Remove plastic shipping cover on water inlet, front right side when facing the unit (A). Install the transpar- ent water filter (H) by hand tightening clockwise.

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You will need a quick connect hose adapter (not supplied) fitted to the end of your garden hose (L).

Note: Flush out garden hose before connecting to QC garden hose adapter.

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Push the QC garden hose adapter (L) onto the transparent water filter (H). It will “click” into place. Do not pull the sleeve back while pushing QC garden hose adapter (L) onto the transparent water filter (H). The water is now connected to your pressure washer.

Note: To remove water hose, pull back on collar and it will slide off the transparent water filter. This can be done at any time.

You have now completed the assembly and are ready to begin using your electric power washer. Read and observe all safety instructions.

•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. Squeeze the spray gun trigger to begin pressure washing.

•Begin pressure washing by squeezing the trigger on the spray gun all the way into the handle.

•Release the spray gun trigger to stop the pressure 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.

Using Variable Spray Nozzle

•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.

•When removing the detergent tank remove lid and place finger in tank lifting up while pulling tank out.

IMPORTANT: Detergent can only be applied by using the spray gun (J) without any lances attached

Using Power Cord

•Easily remove the power cord from side of unit by swiveling the bottom blue cord hook to the right or left until it faces up. The power cord then can be easily slid off of the side of the power washer unit.

•Swivel blue, cord hook back down when ready to wrap the cord back into place for storage.

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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 not being used after five minutes.

•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.

•Use the variable spray nozzle lance when cleaning windows. Be sure to adjust the nozzle to low spray and place the nozzle approximately four to five feet away from the window with the nozzle at forty five degree angle. Squeeze the trigger and vary the spray pattern and angle until optimum cleaning efficiency is achieved.

Detergents

•Use detergents designed for pressure washers.

•This system applies detergent under low pressure. The cleaning power of the detergents is enhanced when applied with low pressure and enough time is given to break down dirt and grime. The combination of low pressure and chemical action is very effective and can be better than scrubbing if applied properly. ALWAYS spray detergent on a dry surface. DO NOT pre-soak area. Wetting the surface first dilutes

the detergent and reduces its cleaning ability. DO NOT allow detergent to dry on surface. On vertical surfaces being cleaned, apply detergent to lower surfaces and work your way up to prevent detergent from causing streaks in the dirt and grime. Rinse detergent by pressure washing from bottom up for same reason.

•If a stain is particularly tough, it may be necessary to reapply the detergent and use a bristled brush to scrub the stain. Subsequent pressure washing after brushing should successfully complete your cleaning job.

Cleaning Nozzles

•A clogged or partially clogged nozzle can cause significant reduction of water pressure coming out of the nozzle and/or cause the unit to pulsate while spraying.

•Turn off the unit.

•Turn off the water supply to the unit.

•Relieve any pressure trapped in the hose by squeezing the trigger 2-3 times, and then lock the spray gun by pushing the lock button from left to right.

•Remove the lance from the spray gun

•Using the nozzle tip cleaner provided (or an unfolded paper clip), insert the wire into the nozzle hole and move back and forth until debris is dislodged.

•Tap quick connect end of lance on hard surface several times

•Back flush water through the nozzles using garden hose and highest pressure available (either standard water nozzle or use your thumb over the nozzle to create water pressure for back flush).

Cleaning the Transparent Water Filter

•The screens inside the transparent water filter should be cleaned periodically. Rinse it with clean water, and then place it back in the adapter.

Storage

•When your pressure washing session has been completed, turn off the power switch located on the front of the pressure washer. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Turn off the water supply. Pull the trigger on the spray gun 2-3 times to drain out the excess water and to release any remaining water pressure. Disconnect the garden hose adapter from the water inlet. DO NOT allow the pressure washer to run with no water flowing through it.

•Remove detergent bottle and clean completely. Residual chemical will dry out in the container and can cause the detergent injector to clog and prevent function.

•Remove high pressure hose from spray gun.

•Remove lance from the gun. Place the gun in the holder on the side. Lances are placed into any of the slots in the back of the unit. Make sure to discard any remaining detergent from the bottle. Flush the bottle and nozzle head with fresh water to prevent clogging.

•Hook the power cord around the cord hook on the right side of the machine when facing it.

•The pressure hose is stored on the hose hook located on the back of the handle.