PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of measure for the flow rate of water through the pressure washer. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by PSI. Bypass Mode: In Bypass Mode, the pump is recirculating water because the trigger of the spray gun is not pulled. Chemical Injection: Feeds cleaning agents into the pump to mix with the pressurized water and
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE, LET ENGINE COOL AND RELEASE ALL WATER PRESSURE. THE ENGINE CONTAINS FLAMMABLE FUEL. DO NOT SMOKE OR WORK NEAR OPEN FLAMES WHILE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of your pressure washer, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. If the pressure washer is used in unusual conditions, such as high-temperatures or dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance checks will b
NOTE: Stand on a stable surface and grip gun/spray wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to kick when triggered. 10. Release trigger to stop water flow. 11. Adjust spray for the task being performed by changing quick connect nozzle. See How To Use Spray Wand instructions in this section. SHUTTING DOWN 1. After each use, if you have applied chemicals, place chemical hose into container of clean water and draw clean water through chemical injection system to rinse system thoroughly. NOTE: Fa
3. Verify the filter screen is in water inlet of pump. NOTE: Cone side faces out. 4. Connect water source to pump inlet. NOTE: Water source must provide a minimum of 5 gallons per minute at 20 PSI. 5. Connect high pressure hose to pump outlet. 6. If applying a chemical or cleaning solution, see How To Apply Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents instructions in this section. 7. Turn water source on. NOTE: Failure to do so could cause damage to the pump. 8. Start engine. See Engine Owners Manual for correct
All decisions of Porter-Cable Corporation with regard to this limited warranty shall be final. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. RESPONSIBILITY OF ORIGINAL PURCHASER (initial User): • To process a warranty claim on this product, DO NOT return it to the retailer. The product must be evaluated by a Porter-Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center. For the location of the nearest Porter-Cable Authorized Warranty Service
• Unplug any electrically operated product before attempting to clean it. Direct spray away from electric outlets and switches. • Your washer operates at fluid pressures and velocities high enough to penetrate human and animal flesh, which could result in amputation or other serious injury. Leaks caused by loose fittings or worn or damaged hoses can result in injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a physician immediately! • Relieve system pressure before attempting
You should never run this pressure washer for more than 2 minutes without pulling the trigger to allow cool water to enter the pump and the heated (recirculated) water to exit. ASSEMBLY 1. Place handle assembly onto frame and connect handle to frame. 2. Connect wand to gun. Tighten securely. 3. Attach high pressure hose to gun. Tighten securely. 5. Assemble grommet kit and quick-connect nozzles as described in instructions supplied. 6. Add engine oil (supplied) to engine. Refer to engine manual
NOTE: The frame is equipped with an oil drain hole to help make changing the engine oil easier. PUMP NOTE: The pump was filled with oil at the factory. 1. Change pump oil after the first ten (10) hours of operation and every fifty (50) hours thereafter. To Check Oil: 1. Remove dipstick/oil plug from pump and wipe clean. 2. Insert dipstick/oil plug fully into pump, then remove it. Dipstick/oil plugOil Drain Plug 3. Oil level is correct when oil covers the lower 1/2 inch of end of dipstick/oil plu
To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: PCH3031A Copyright © 2002 Porter-Cable Corporation 8 Horsepower 3000 PSI 3 GPM Pressure Washer The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the frame. Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference. Model No. Type Serial No. Part No. D26183-025-1 GENERAL INFORMATION . Congratulations! You have purchased a high quality product from America’s leading manufacturer of pressure washers. This pressure washer, when properl
PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit of measure for water pressure. Also used for air pressure, hydraulic pressure, etc. GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of measure for the flow rate of water through the pressure washer. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by PSI. Bypass Mode: In Bypass Mode, the pump is recirculating water because the trigger of the spray gun is not pulled. Chemical Injection: Feeds cleaning agents into the pump to mix with the pressurized water and