Ryobi RY80588A Operation Manual - Page 17
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OPERATION USING PUMP PROTECTOR See Figure 21. 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 22. NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the handle and never place the unit in any position other than upright on its wheels. 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 3,000 feet altitude at the factory. Your engine must be reconfigured for operation above 3,000 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. MAINTENANCE Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any qualified repair establishment or individual with original or equivalent parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be performed by an authorized service center; please contact customer service for assistance. WARNING: Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug. Allow 30 minutes of cool down time before performing any maintenance. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. WARNING: Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING: When servicing, use only recommended or equivalent replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage. 13 - English