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: . Removing dirt and mold from decks, cement patios, and house siding . Cleaning cars, boats, motorcycles, outdoor furniture, and grills ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE LUBRICANT See Figure 9. NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately 2 oz. of lubricant in the engine from testing. you must add lubricant to the engine before starting it the first time. CAUTION: Any attempt to start the engine without adding lubricant will result in engine failure. To add engine lubricant: • Place pressure washer on a flat, level surface. • Unscrew the oil cap / dipstick by turning counterclockwise. • Using 4-stroke engine lubricant (SAE 30 or SAE 10W30), fill to the upper level of the oil filter neck (18 oz., 4-cycle engine lubricant provided). NOTE: We recommend you use ONLY Homelite or G-OIL® in your product. • Replace the oil cap/dipstick and securely tighten. NOTE: This engine has a total lubricant capacity of 0.63 qt. To check engine lubricant level: • Set engine on a flat surface. • Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not rethread. • Remove dipstick again and check lubricant level. Lubricant level should fall within the hatched area on the dipstick. • If level is low, add engine lubricant until the fluid level rises to the upper portion of the hatched area on the dipstick. • Replace and secure the oil cap/dipstick. CAUTION: Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase may cause excessive smoke and engine damage. ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK See Figure 10. WARNING: Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep away from ignition sources, handle outdoors only, do not smoke while adding fuel, and wipe up spills immediately. When adding gas to the pressure washer, make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the pressure washer cool before adding gas. ALWAYS fill the fuel tank outdoors with the machine turned off. NOTE: Use unleaded gas only. DO NOT mix lubricant with gas. • Before removing the fuel cap, clean the area around it. Remove the fuel cap. • Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank then slowly pour gasoline into the tank. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 in. below the top of the tank neck (this allows for fuel expansion). • Replace fuel cap and tighten until the cap “clicks”. • Clean up any spills before starting the engine. OXyGENATED FUELS DO NOT USE E85 FUEL. IT WILL VOID yOUR WAR- RANTy. NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems re sulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates stated previously are not covered under warranty. Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume (commonly referred to as E10) or 15% ethanol by volume (commonly referred to as E15) are acceptable. E85 is not. Page 9 — English OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE WASHER See Figures 11 - 12. CAUTION: Do not run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on. Before starting the engine: . Connect all hoses. . Check all fluids (lubricant and gas). NOTE: The engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that will prevent the engine from starting and/or running if there is insufficient lubricant in the crankcase. . Turn on the garden hose then squeeze the trigger to relieve air pressure; hold the trigger until a steady stream of water appears. To start the engine: • Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. • Move the choke lever to the CLOSED position. NOTE: If the engine is warm, leave the choke valve in the OPEN position. • Move the throttle lever away from the MIN position about a third of the way toward the MAX position. • Put the engine switch in the ON position. • Pull therecoil startergripuntilthe engineruns(a maximum of 6 times). NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting; return it gently to its original place. • Allow the engine to run for 30 seconds, then push the choke lever to the OPEN position. To stop the engine: . Put the engine switch in the OFF position. USING THE SPRAy WAND TRIGGER See Figure 13. 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. • Release the trigger to stop the flow of water through the nozzle. 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. F...