Storing The Pressure Washer; General Maintenance - Ryobi RPW140H Mode D'emploi

To disconnect a nozzle from the lance once the
cleaning job is complete:
n Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water
supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
n Engage the lock out on the gun by pushing down on
the lock out until it clicks into the slot.
n Remove the nozzle by placing hand over nozzle then
pulling back the Quick Connect collar. Place nozzle in
the nozzle storage area .
To disconnect a nozzle from the trigger handle once
the cleaning job is complete:
■ 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. Place nozzle in
the nozzle storage area .

STORING THE PRESSURE WASHER

Store in a dry, covered, frost-free area where the weather
can't damage it. Always empty water from gun, hose and
pump.
Depress the telescopic handle release button. This will
allow the handle to retract. If the handle does not lower
on its own, apply a light pressure to push the handle
down.
NOTE: Do not loosen the locking collar when retracting
or extending the handle.
■ When the pressure washer is needed again, depress
and hold the handle release button while pulling
up on the handle to restore it to normal operating
position.
NOTE:
The use of a pump protector is recommended to prevent
cold weather damage during storage over the winter
months.
RAISING AND LOWERING THE SPRAY BAR
See Figure 12
Adjust the height of the spray bar by moving the sliding
latch away from the surface cleaner and pulling up or
pushing down on the height adjustment handle. Release
the sliding latch to secure in place.
n Raise the spray bar assembly for delicate surfaces
like wood decks.
n Lower the spray bar assembly for hard surfaces like
concrete, stone, brick, etc.
INSTALLING THE SURFACE CLEANER ON THE
SPRAY WAND
English(Original instructions)
See Figure 13
Insert surface cleaner inlet plug into the spray wand quick
connect coupler and secure.
n Once the surface cleaner is installed, connected the
n Start the pressure washer as described in your
n Walk slowly behind the surface cleaner, cleaning as
NOTE: If striping or swirling occurs, slow your pace.
If striping or swirling continues, the surface cleaner
nozzle(s) may be clogged. See Nozzle Maintenance for
instructions on cleaning the nozzles.
NOTE: See Figure 15 for the location of the spray bar.
MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
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hose to the pressure washer as described in your
pressure washer manual.
pressure washer manual.
you do.
WARNING:
Striking any raised obstacle while using
the surface cleaner will damage the unit. If
contact does occur and causes vibration when
operating the pressure washer, stop and
discontinue use. Continuing to operate the unit
could result in serious injury or damage to the
unit.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the
machine, shut off motor, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and disconnect plug from power
source. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious personal injury or property
damage.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, petrol,
petroleum based products, penetrating
oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts.
Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy
plastic which may result in serious personal
injury. Only the parts shown on the parts list
are intended to be repaired or replaced by the
customer. All other parts should be replaced at