Generac 2700 PSI Pressure Washer Checklist Before Starting Engine Review the unit’s assembly to confirm you have performed all of the following: Make sure the handle is in place and secure. Check that oil has been added to the proper level in the engine crankcase. Add the proper gasoline to fuel tank. Check for properly attached hose connections. Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or damage to the high pressure hose. Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow. Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your Pressure Washer” before using the pressure washer. HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE WASHER Attach the nozzle extension to the spray gun (Figure 11). Tighten by hand.
Figure 11 — Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun Choose the spray tip you want to use and insert it into the nozzle extension. See “How to Use the Spray Tips” on page 10. Engage the safety latch to the spray gun trigger (Figure 12). Figure 12 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged Safety Latch If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-270-1408 . To Start Your Pressure Washer To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow these instructions step-by-step.This starting information also applies if you have let the pressure washer sit idle for at least a day.
Place the pressure washer near an outside water source capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than 3.5 gallons per minute and no less than 20 PSI at the pressure washer end of the garden hose. Move the variable pressure control lever to “ High position, shown on engine as a rabbit (Figure 14). Check that the high pressure hose is connected to the spray gun and to the pump. See “Preparing Pressure Washer for Use” for illustrations. Make sure unit is in a level position. Connect the garden hose to the water inlet on the pressure washer pump. Turn ON the water . CAUTION!
DO NOT run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on.You must follow this caution or the pump will be damaged. Squeeze the trigger on the gun until you have a steady stream of water.This purges the pump of air and impurities. 8 • Rotate the fuel shut-off val counter-clockwise) (Figure ve to the “On” position (fully 13). Figure 13 - Fuel Valve Fuel Valve shown in “On” position Figure 14 - Variable Pressure Control Lever