RIDGID RD80955 Manuel D'utilisation page 15

OPERATION
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool around the house for cleaning most
small to large horizontal or vertical exterior surfaces, smaller
exterior objects and structures, and outdoor equipment and
tools.* You can:
 Clean or remove mold and mildew from weathered decks,
driveways, patios, walkways, sidewalks, etc.
 Remove dirt from various exterior vertical surfaces such
as house exteriors, siding, fences, brick, concrete or stone
walls, etc.
 Wash boats, outdoor furniture, powered or non-powered
garden equipment, gutters, window screens, grills, play-
ground equipment, etc.
*Always test in an inconspicuous area first.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE LUBRICANT
See Figure 10.
NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately
2 oz. of lubricant in the engine from testing. You must add
lubricant to the engine before starting it the first time.
NOTICE:
Any attempt to start the engine without adding
lubricant will result in engine failure.
To add engine lubricant:
 Place pressure washer on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.
 Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Before first use, squeeze the entire contents of the
lubricant container provided into the oil reservoir.
After initial use, add 4-stroke engine lubricant (SAE 30 or
SAE 10W30) until the fluid level rises to the upper portion
of the hatched area on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
 Replace the oil cap / dipstick and securely tighten.
To check engine lubricant level:
 Place pressure washer on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.
 Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not rethread.
 Remove dipstick again and check lubricant level. Lubricant
level should fall within the hatched area on the dipstick.
 If level is low, add engine lubricant until the fluid level rises
to the upper portion of the hatched area on the dipstick.
 Replace and secure the oil cap/dipstick.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase may cause
excessive smoke and engine damage.
OXYGENATED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. Only
use unleaded gasoline containing up to 10%
ethanol. It is a violation of federal law and will
damage the unit and void your warranty.
Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting
from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than
the percentage of oxygenates stated below are not covered
under warranty.
ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK
See Figure 11.
DANGER:
Risk of fire and serious burns: Never remove fuel
cap when unit is running. Shut off engine and al-
low the unit to cool at least five minutes. Remove
cap slowly.
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and
explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and
property damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep
away from ignition sources, handle outdoors only,
do not smoke while adding fuel, and wipe up spills
immediately.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove
fuel cap or add fuel to a machine with a running
or hot engine. When adding gas to the pressure
washer, make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level
surface and only add fuel outdoors. If the engine
is hot, let the pressure washer cool for at least five
minutes before adding gas. Immediately replace
fuel cap after fueling and tighten until the cap
"clicks." Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site
before starting engine. Do not smoke and stay
away from open flames and sparks! Failure to follow
these instructions could result in a fire and cause
serious personal injury.
NOTE: This is a 4-cycle engine. DO NOT mix fuel and
lubricant together.
 Mix fuel stabilizer with gasoline according to fuel stabilizer
manufacturer's directions.
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