CAT Pumps 3800 PSI Manuel D'utilisation page 20

 Remove the cap from the detergent container. Place the
injection hose with filter in the bottle; the filter end should
rest at the bottom of the bottle.
NOTE: The machine setting of this pressure washer is
1:20, which usually allows the use of 1 gallon detergent
without further dilution. Check your detergent instructions
to be sure additional dilution is not necessary.
 Install the Soap Blaster
 Spray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even,
overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow
detergent to dry on the surface.
For long range detergent application:
With the Soap Blaster™ nozzle installed on the spray wand
and the engine turned off, pull the nozzle up until it clicks
into place.
For short range detergent application:
With the Soap Blaster™ nozzle installed on the spray wand
and the engine turned off, push the Soap Blaster™ nozzle
down as far as it will go.
Before shutting off the engine:
 Place the injection hose in a bucket of clean water.
 Flush for 1 - 2 minutes (spray clear water through the
spray wand).
 Shut off the engine.
NOTE: Shutting off the engine WILL NOT relieve pressure
in the system. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
OPERATION
nozzle on the spray wand.
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RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER
 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water
supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
 Engage the lock out on the trigger handle by pushing up
on the lock out until it clicks into the slot.
 Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then
pulling back the quick-connect collar.
 Select the right nozzle for the job. Refer to the chart in
Using the Nozzles to determine which nozzle is correct
for your application.
 Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down,
overlapping the strokes.
MOVING THE PRESSURE WASHER
See Figure 24.
NOTE: Never lift or carry this product using the handle and
never place the pressure washer in any position other than
upright on its wheels.
 Turn the pressure washer off and ensure the fuel valve is
closed.
 Pull the handle up until the handle release knob snaps into
the locking position (if not already up and locked). Ensure
the lock is secured in the frame hole before moving.
 Tilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels
then roll the machine to the desired position.
NOTE: Ensure the handle is properly locked in the raised
position before attempting to move the machine.
STORING PRESSURE WASHER AFTER USE
You must pull the trigger to release water pressure before
attempting to disconnect the nozzle or high pressure hose
for storage. Shutting off engine will not relieve pressure in
the system.
For long term storage, see Long-Term Storage Of The
Pressure Washer in the Maintenance section of this manual.