Ryobi RY802700 User Manual 6 - Page 15

OPERATION Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentage of oxygenates stated below are not covered under warranty. ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK See Figure 8. DANGER: Risk of fire and serious burns: Never remove fuel cap when unit is running. Shut off engine and allow the unit to cool at least five minutes. Remove cap slowly. 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. WARNING: Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. When adding gas to the pressure washer, make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface and only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let the pressure washer cool for at least five minutes before adding gas. Immediately replace fuel cap after fueling and tighten until the cap "clicks." Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks! Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire and cause serious personal injury. NOTE: This is a 4-cycle engine. DO NOT mix fuel and lubricant together. n Mix fuel stabilizer with gasoline according to fuel stabilizer manufacturer's directions. n Before removing the fuel cap, clean the area around it. Remove the fuel cap. n Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank then slowly pour gas- oline into the tank. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 in. below the top of the tank neck (this allows for fuel e­ xpansion). n Replace fuel cap and tighten until the cap "clicks". n Clean up any spills before starting the engine. STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE WASHER See Figures 9 - 11. NOTICE: Do not run the pressure washer without water supply connected and turned on, as this may damage the high pressure seals and decrease pump life. Completely unwind the hose from its reel or coil and make sure the hose is not being restricted by tires, rocks, or any other objects that may lessen or prevent water flow to the pressure washer. Before starting the engine:  Connect all hoses. NOTE: Make sure the pressure washer's water intake screen is in place and unclogged before connecting garden hose.  Check all fluids (oil and gas).  Turn on the garden hose then squeeze the trigger to relieve air pressure; hold the trigger until a steady stream of water appears. NOTE: Make sure the faucet is turned on fully and that there are no kinks or leaks in the hose. To start the engine:  Turn the fuel valve to the OPEN position.  Put the on/off switch in the ON position.  Pull choke out to the start position. NOTE: If restarting after a brief stop (i.e., after refueling or moving), leave the choke lever in the RUN position.  Grasp the starter grip and pull slowly until resistance is felt. Give the starter grip a short, brisk pull to start the engine. NOTE: Do not allow the starter grip and rope to snap back after starting; return it gently to its original place.  Let engine run for several seconds, then push choke in. NOTICE: Routinely make a visual inspection of the pump and engine during use. If you notice any lubricant leaking around the pump or engine seals, stop using the pressure washer immediately. Contact customer service or a qualified service center for repair. Failure to do so may cause property damage. To stop the engine:  Put the on/off switch in the OFF position.  Turn the fuel valve to the CLOSED position. NOTE: Shutting off the engine will not relieve pressure in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure. Page 11 - English