Porter-Cable PCH2425 - Manual (Page 20)

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QUICK FACTS
CALL 1-888-559-8550
TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU
FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES.
ALWAYS REFER TO THE MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT
HOSE
GAS
OIL
WATER
PRESSURE
ADJUSTMENT
PUMP
BY-PASS MODE
THERMAL
RELIEF VALVE
Use fresh high quality gas.
Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage.
Pump oil: Refer to owners manual supplied with this unit.
Some units (PCV2021) do not require pump oil.
Engine oil: Refer to engine manual supplied with this unit.
Some units are equipped with a low oil sensor and adequate oil must be added or the unit
will not start.
Use only cold water.
Don't operate unit with clogged or missing water filter/screen.
Don't operate unit without adequate water supply to pump. Adequate water supply is a
minimum of 20 psi and 5 gpm.
The pressure setting is preset at the factory to achieve optimum cleaning. If you need to
lower the pressure setting, refer to the owners manual for proper procedure.
Pull gun trigger every 2 minutes while engine is running.
Don't allow water to freeze in pump.
Siphon RV antifreeze into pump for cold weather storage or long term storage.
Never leave unit running for more than 2 minutes without pulling gun trigger; doing so will
destroy pump and void warranty.
Pump is equipped with a thermal relief valve. If the water overheats, this valve will open
and allow a gush of water to escape. Once the water is released, the valve closes allow-
ing the pump to operate normally.
Don't allow hoses to contact the HOT engine muffler during or after use.
Never pull the hose to move the unit.
ENGINE
Do not adjust or attempt maintenance without consulting engine manual or an authorized
engine service center.
Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage.
Always turn on the water before starting the engine.
SOAP CHEMICALS Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressure washer use.
NOZZLE
Keep nozzle unclogged. Refer to manual for cleaning procedures.
Chemical/soap cannot be siphoned in high pressure setting. Only in low setting.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Follow recommended maintenance schedule for engine & pump. Refer to manuals.
STORAGE OR WIN-
TER STORAGE
Draw clean water through chemical inlet.
Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage.
Don't allow water to freeze in pump, gun, wand or hoses.
Siphon RV antifreeze into pump for cold weather storage or long term storage.