Snow Joe SPX2000 Pressure Joe 1740 PSI 1.59 GPM 12.5-Amp Electric Pressure Washer - Manual (Page 9)

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4. Release the safety lock, then press the trigger for a few
seconds until the water flow is steady. Operating the
pressure washer in this manner will allow air to escape and
discharge residual pressure in the hose (Figs. 14 and 15).
5. Keeping the trigger pressed, turn the switch to the ON (I)
position to start the pressure washer.
6. When re-starting the motor, always keep the trigger
pressed.
NOTE: The motor only runs when the trigger is operated
and shuts off when the trigger is released.
Using the adjustable spray nozzle
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WARNING! High-pressure jets can be dangerous if
subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed at persons,
pets, live electrical equipment, or the appliance itself.
1. The washer is equipped with an adjustable nozzle.
2. The water pressure can be adjusted from low pressure (–)
to high pressure (+) by turning the pressure adjustment
knob. The nozzle tip can be adjusted from pencil spray
(wide open tip) to fan spray (narrow tip) by turning the
nozzle tip adjustment knob (Fig. 16).
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the nozzle while the trigger
is squeezed. Failure to do so could result in damage.
Working with detergents
When cleaning with the pressure washer, some cleaning tasks
can be solved with water alone, but for most tasks cleaning
with detergent allows for more effective dirt removal.
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WARNING! To apply detergents, you must use the low
pressure setting. This setting will gently apply the detergent
at a pressure equivalent to a low-set garden hose. The
high-pressure setting is used for rinsing. You cannot apply
detergents when working at high pressure.
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WARNING! Use only detergents specifically designed
for use with pressure washers. DO NOT USE household
detergents, acids, alkaline solutions, bleaches, solvents,
flammable material, or industrial grade solutions. These could
damage the pressure washer. Many detergents may require
mixing prior to use. Prepare the cleaning solution as instructed
on the solution bottle.
1. Set the adjustable nozzle to the low-pressure, fan-spray
setting (Fig. 17).
Fig. 14
Trigger
Safety lock
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fan spray
Pencil spray
Pressure adjustment knob
Nozzle tip
adjustment knob
Nozzle tip
Fig. 17
Open to apply detergents