Generac Power Systems 1018-0, Owner'S Manual

Generac 1750PSI  High Pressure Washer

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty of the high pressure washer does not

cover items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the

warranty, operator must maintain high pressure

washer as instructed in this manual.
• Some adjustments will need to be made periodi-

cally to properly maintain your high pressure

washer.

• All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual should be made at least

once each season.

• Once a year you should clean or replace the spark

plug and clean or replace the air filter and check the

gun and wand assembly for wear. A new spark plug

and clean air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture

and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.
• Check water inlet screen for damage.
• Check high pressure hose for leaks.
• Check detergent inlet hose and filter for damage.
• Check gun and wand assembly for leaks.

PRESSURE WASHER 
MAINTENANCE

Check and Clean Inlet Screen

Examine screen on the water inlet. Clean if the

screen is clogged or replace if screen is damaged.

Check High Pressure Hose

High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear,

kinking, or abuse. Inspect hose each time before

using it. Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of

cover, or damage or movement of couplings. If any of

these conditions exist, replace hose immediately.

DANGER:  Water spraying from a leak is

capable of injecting material into skin.

Inspect hose each time before using it.

Never repair a high pressure hose.

Replace it with another hose that meets

minimum pressure rating of your pres-

sure washer. 

Check Detergent Hose

Examine the filter on the detergent hose and clean if

clogged. Hose should fit tightly on barbed fitting.

Examine hose for leaks or tears. Replace the filter or

hose if either is damaged.

Check Gun and Wand

Examine hose connection to gun and make sure it is

secure. Test trigger by pressing it and making sure it

springs back into place when you release it. Put safety

latch in ON position and test trigger. You should not be

able to press trigger.

Purge Pump of Air and
Contaminants

To remove the air from the pump, follow these steps:
• Set up the pressure washer as described in the

ASSEMBLY section and connect the water supply.

• Remove the wand extension from the gun.
• Pull the trigger on the gun and hold.
To remove the contaminants from the pump, follow

these steps:
• Set up the pressure washer as described in the

ASSEMBLY section, and connect the water supply.

• Remove the nozzle attachment from the gun.
• Start the engine according to instructions in OPER-

ATION section.

• Squeeze the trigger on the gun and hold.
• When the water supply is steady and constant,

engage the safety latch and refasten the nozzle

attachment.