Section 3 Operation; Operation And Use Questions; Before Starting Engine; Prepare Power Washer For Use - Generac Small Pro Manuel Du Propriétaire

Operation

Section 3 Operation

Operation and Use Questions

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GENERAC (1-888-436-3722) with questions
or concerns about
maintenance.

Before Starting Engine

Unit is shipped with no oil in the
crankcase. Add engine oil before starting.
See Engine Oil Recommendations.
1. Verify engine oil level is correct.
2. Verify fresh fuel level is correct.
3. Verify all fittings and couplers are properly
secured.
4. Verify sufficient water supply is properly
connected.
5. Verify thermal relief valve is rotated and
open to ground.
6. Verify unit is secure on level ground, with
proper clearance and is in a well ventilated
area.

Prepare Power Washer for Use

1. Place unit on level ground, within the
specified clearance required.
2. Connect appropriate water supply.
Power Washer Placement for Use
DANGER
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous
gas. Carbon monoxide, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite
combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.
It is a violation of California Public Resource
Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered,
or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrestor, as
defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order. Other states or federal
jurisdictions may have similar laws.
Only operate power washer outdoors in a well
ventilated area. Never operate power washer
indoors, or in a confined space. Be aware of
building openings and ventilation systems
where exhaust may enter during use.
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• Verify power washer is placed on level
ground to avoid tipping during operation.
• Only use the unit outdoors. Verify exhaust
gas does not enter a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes.
• See Figure 3-1. Keep at least 5 ft (1.5 m) of
clearance on all sides of power washer
including overhead from dwellings and
combustibles, when in use.
Figure 3-1. Five Feet of Minimum
Clearance
Transporting/Tipping of the Unit
Do not operate, store or transport the unit at
an angle greater than 15 degrees.
WARNING
Personal Injury / Equipment Damage. Place wand in
holster and verify that handle is locked into place
before moving. Failure to do so could result in death,
serious injury, or equipment damage.

Power Washer Start-Up

NOTE: DO NOT run power washer without a
sufficient water supply turned ON. Damage to
equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will NOT be covered under
warranty.
1. Connect a sufficient water supply.
2. See Figure 3-2. Move fuel valve lever (A)
to ON position.
3. Move choke lever (B) to CLOSED position.
NOTE: For warm engine starts, choke lever
(B) may need to be in HALF-OPEN or OPEN
position. Move choke lever to closed position
if engine does not start in HALF-OPEN or
OPEN position, then attempt engine start.
Owner's Manual for Power Washer
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