Ryobi RY802900 Operation Manual - Page 16

OPERATION n Spray the clear water through the spray wand until the bucket is empty. n If any detergent remains in the spray, repeat with a second bucket of clean water. n Shut off the engine. NOTE: Shutting off the engine will not relieve pressure in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure. RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER n Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure. n Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up on the lock out until it clicks into the slot. n Remove the soap injection hose, if installed. n Select the right nozzle setting for the job. See the chart shown earlier in the manual to select the appropriate nozzle setting. n Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down, overlapping the strokes. USING PUMP PROTECTOR See Figure 18. Regular use of a commercially available pump protector prolongs the life of the pressure washer by removing hard water mineral deposits, lubricating pump seals and pistons, and preventing freeze damage. Pump protector should be added to the unit after every use and before storage. Pump protector can be purchased at the retailer where you purchased your pressure washer, or by calling customer service. The instructions that follow are typical for adding pump protector but you should always verify the specific instructions provided by the manufacturer of the pump protector used. n Turn off the pressure washer engine and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure. n Disconnect garden hose and high pressure hose. n Unscrew threaded top from pump protector bottle and remove paper seal from bottle. Reinstall top on bottle and tighten securely. NOTE: The rubber seal should remain inside the threaded top. If it comes out, be sure to replace before reinstalling the top. n Remove bottle cap and attach threaded end of bottle securely to pressure washer pump water intake. n Squeeze bottle to inject contents into pump. n With engine switch off, pull starter grip and rope to cycle pump, then squeeze bottle again to guarantee complete coverage. n Pump is protected when the protector fluid exits the pump outlet. MOVING THE PRESSURE WASHER See Figure 19. NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the handle. n Turn the pressure washer off. n Tilt the machine toward you slightly until it balances on the wheels then roll the machine to the desired position. Do not tilt forward or sideways when moving. n DO NOT attempt to move the unit by pulling on any of the hoses. HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION Your engine is configured for operation below 2000 feet altitude at the factory. Your engine must be reconfigured for operation above 2000 feet altitude. Operating the engine with the wrong engine configuration at a given altitude may increase its emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, and cause irreversible damage. Engines configured for high altitude operation cannot be operated in standard altitude conditions. A qualified service center should ensure that your engine is properly configured for your location. Page 12 - English