Porter-Cable PCV2250 manual

5.5 Horsepower 2250 PSI 2 GPM Pr essur e W asher Instruction manual IMPORT ANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations. Part No. D25802-025-1 ESP AÑOL: PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAIS: P AGE 41 T o lear n more about Porter -Cable visit our website at: http:[...]

2- ENG D25802 This product may not be equipped with a spark arr esting muffler . If the product is not equipped and will be used around flammable materials, or on land cover ed with materials such as agricultural crops, for est, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an ap- proved spark arr ester must be installed and is legally requir ed in th[...]

3- ENG D25802 i ndicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury . indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury . indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,may result in minor or moderate injury used without [...]

4- ENG D25802 RISK TO FLUID INJECTION RISK OF INJUR Y OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING OR STORING RISK TO BREA THING HAZARD WHA T CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious injury or death! • Operate pressur e washer in a well ventilated area. A void enclosed areas such as garages, basements, etc. • Never op[...]

5- ENG D25802 RISK OF UNSAFE OPERA TION • Reactive force of spray will cause gun/wand to move, and could cause the operator to slip or fall, or misdirect the spray . Improper control of gun/wand can r esult in injuries to self and others. • Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support. Grip gun/wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to[...]

6- ENG D25802 Handle Bagged Parts Nozzle Cleaning Kit English/ Spanish/ French Operator’ s Manual Engine Frame and Wheel Assembly High Pressure Hose Chemical Hose Engine Oil Spray Gun Knobs Saddle Bolts CARTON CONTENTS Grommet Kit with Quick Connect Nozzles Engine Manual Quick Connect W and The powerful spray from your pr essure washer is capable[...]

7- ENG D25802 2. Connect wand to gun. Tighten securely . 3. Attach high pressur e hose to gun. Tighten securely . 1. Place handle assembly onto frame and connect handle to frame. 4. Assemble gr ommet kit and quick-connect nozzles as described in instructions supplied. 5. Add engine oil (supplied) to engine. Refer to engine manual supplied by engine[...]

8- ENG D25802 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER High Pressur e Pump (located inside the shroud) : Incr eases the pressur e of the water supply . Engine: Drives the high pressur e pump. High Pressur e Hose: Carries the pressurized water fr om the pump to the gun and wand. Spray Gun: Connects with wand to control water flow [...]

9- ENG D25802 BASIC ELEMENTS OF ENGINE Refer to the engine manual for location and operation of engine controls. Choke Control: Opens and closes carbur etor choke valve Throttle Contr ol Lever: Controls engine speed. Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip operates recoil starter to crank engine. Fuel V alve Lever : Opens / closes connection between fue[...]

10- ENG D25802 HOW TO USE WAND Risk of injection or injury to person. Do not direct discharge stream towar d persons, unprotected skin, eyes, or with any pets or animals. Serious injury can occur . DO NOT attempt to change nozzles while pressur e washer is running. T urn engine off befor e changing nozzles. Y our pressure washer is equipped with fo[...]

11- ENG D25802 HOW TO SIPHON CHEMICALS AND CLEANING SOL VENTS Siphoning chemicals or cleaning solvents is a low pressur e operation. NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressur e washer use. Do not use bleach. T o siphon chemicals: 1. Pr ess chemical hose onto barbed fitting located near high pressur e hose connection of pump as shown. [...]

12- ENG D25802 ST ARTING Prior to starting, refer to your engine manual for pr oper starting procedur es for your engine type. 1. In a well ventilated outdoor area Add fr esh high quality unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher . Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine. Refer to engine manual for corr ec[...]

13- ENG D25802 When performing maintenance, you may be exposed to hot surfaces, water pressur e, moving parts, or fire that can cause serious injury or death! Before performing any maintenance or r epair , disconnect spark plug wir e, let engine cool and release all water pr essure. The engine contains flammable fuel. DO NOT smoke or work near open[...]

14- ENG D25802 HOW TO CLEAN THE WA TER INLET FIL TER This screen filter should be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary . 1. Remove filter by grasping end and r emoving it from water inlet of pump as shown. 2. Clean filter by flushing it with water on both sides. 3. Re-insert filter into water inlet of pump. NOTE: Cone side faces out. Filte[...]

15- ENG D25802 ENGINE Consult the Engine Owners Manual for the manufacturer's r ecommendations for storage. PUMP It is recommended that you follow these steps to pr otect the internal seals of the pressur e washer when STORING THE UNIT FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD and/or WHEN FREEZING TEMPERA TURES ARE EXPECTED. NOTE: If storing the unit for more th[...]

16- ENG D25802 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Engine will not start (see Engine Manual for further engine troubleshooting) No or low pressur e (initial use) CAUSE CORRECTION No fuel. Add Fuel. Low oil (if equipped with low oil shutdown). Add requir ed amount of oil. Pressur e builds up after two pulls on the recoil starter or after initial use. Squ[...]

17- ENG D25802 W ater leaking at pump W ater leaking at gun/wand connection No or low pressur e (after period of normal use) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION W and not in low pressur e. See How to Use W and paragraph in the Operation Section. Chemical screen not in chemical Clean filter . Chemical too thick. Dilute chemical. Chemical should be the same con[...]

18- ENG D25802 LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORA TION warrants to the original purchaser that all products cover ed under this warranty are free fr om defects in material and workmanship. Products cover ed under this warranty include air compressors, air tools, service parts, pressur e washers, and generators, which have the following warranty [...]

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20- ENG D25802 CALL 1-800-888-2468 EXT 2 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REP AIRS AND SERVICE P ART PURCHASES . QUICK F ACTS AL WA YS REFER TO THE MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT GAS OIL WA TER PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT PUMP BY - P ASS MODE THERMAL RELIEF V AL VE HOSE ENGINE SOAP / CHEMICALS NOZZLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE STORAGE OR W[...]