WestForce Electric Pressure Washer User Manual

Thank you for purchasing this product! To ensure proper use and trouble-free operation, please read this manual carefully and store it in a safe place for future reference.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. Save all records and instructions for future reference.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid hazards.

ADDITIONAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING! Do not use this appliance without reading the user manual.

• It is recommended to wear safety boots, safety gloves, safety helmets with visors, hearing protection, etc. while operating this machine.
• When opening the trigger gun, there is a danger of kickback force and sudden torque on the spray assembly. Please hold the nozzle tightly.
• WARNING: High-pressure jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed towards persons, live electrical equipment, or the machine itself.
• WARNING: Do not use this machine within range of persons unless they are wearing protective clothing.
• WARNING: Do not direct the jet towards yourself or others in order to clean clothes or footwear.
• Disconnect from the electrical power supply before carrying out user maintenance.
• High-pressure cleaners should not be handled by children or untrained persons.
• WARNING: Risk of explosion - do not spray flammable liquids.
• WARNING: To ensure machine safety, use only original spare parts from the manufacturer or parts approved by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: Water that has flown through backflow preventers is considered non-potable.
• WARNING: This machine should be disconnected from its power source by removing the plug from the outlet during cleaning, maintenance when replacing parts, or converting the machine to another function.
• WARNING: Do not use this machine if a supply cord or important parts of this machine are damaged, e.g. safety devices, high pressure hoses, trigger gun.
• WARNING: If an extension cord is used, the plug and socket must be watertight.
• WARNING: Improper extension cords can be dangerous.
• The electric supply connection should be made by a qualified electrician and in compliance with IEC 60364-1. It is recommended that the electric supply to this machine should include either a residual current device that will interrupt the supply if the leakage current to earth exceeds 30 mA for 30 mS or a device that will prove the earth circuit.

SAFETY SYMBOLS

The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Before using the tool, read the instruction book carefully. CAUTION!

• Never use this pressure washer to draw in water that has been contaminated with solvents (e.g. paint thinners, gasoline, oil, etc.).
• Dirt in the water feed will damage this unit. To avoid this risk, we recommended checking the water filter located outside the water inlet (for filter cleaning, see the maintenance section).
• Always prevent debris from being drawn into the unit by using a clean water source, and an additional accessory water filter if necessary.

1. Do not draw non-water liquids through this unit. For use with cold water only.
2. Water hose must be at least 1/2 inches (12.7 mm) in diameter.
3. Flow rate of water supply must not fall below 1.59 GPM (6 timin).
4. Flow rate can be determined by running the water for 1 minute into an empty container.
5. The water supply temperature must not exceed 104 °F (40 °C).

PACKING UST

Pressure Washer Main Unit
Pressure Washer Handle
Spray Gun Holder
Spray Gun
Spray Lance with Built-in Nozzle Holder
20 ft High -Pressure Hose
Soap Bottle
Cleaning Pin
0° Quick-Connect Nozzle (Red)
25° Quick-Connect Nozzle (Green)
40° Quick-Connect Nozzle (White)
Screws

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY

Assembling the Pressure Washer Handle

• Slide the handle into the slots until it locks into place.
• Insert the included screws into the holes and tighten with a screwdriver (not included).

• Align the tabs on the male end (A) of the spray lance with the slots inside the female bayonet outlet (B) of the spray gun and insert firmly.
• While pushing in the lance, twist 1/4 turn clockwise until tabs lock into place to ensure a leak-free connection.

• Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. Press down on the release tab and insert the high-pressure hose into the spray gun, then release the tab to tighten the hose.
• Remove the protection cap of the water outlet on the pressure washer.
• Firmly insert the metal tip of the high-pressure hose into the water outlet and then screw the collar to tighten the connection. To disconnect, fully loosen the collar and then firmly pull on the hose.

• With the spray lance detached, align the tabs on the male end of the soap bottle with the slots inside the female bayonet outlet on the spray gun and insert firmly.
• While pushing firmly on the bottle, twist 1/4 turn clockwise until tabs lock into place to ensure a leak-free connection.
• Unscrew the bottle from the assembly and fill with pressure washer detergents/soaps only.

• The garden hose adapter is preinstalled on the water inlet of the pressure washer.
• Connect your garden hose into the garden hose adapter.
• Attach garden hose to water supply.

OPERATION

Adding Detergent to the Pressure Washer To penetrate and remove dirt more effectively, it is recommended to use the detergent dispensing function. NOTE: Detergent needs to be diluted to achieve the most effective cleaning. It is recommended to dilute the detergent in a suitable container to the required concentration before use.

• Unscrew the foam lance from the soap bottle.
• Fill the bottle with pressure washer detergent.
• Screw the foam lance back onto the bottle.
• Attach the soap bottle to the spray gun.

• Connect the garden hose.
• Before operating the high-pressure washer, turn the garden hose on and then press the trigger switch to bleed any trapped air out of the pump and hose.
• After ensuring the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position, connect the pressure washer to the power supply.
• Plug the pressure washer into the outlet.
• Switch the pressure washer to the ON position to start the motor.
• To stop the motor, release the trigger and turn the switch to the OFF position.

• Engage the trigger to operate the pressure washer.
• Release the trigger to stop the flow of water through the spray gun.

• Push up on the safety switch until it clicks into the slot. This will prevent any unintentional starts of the pressure washer.
• To unlock the safety switch, press down the safety switch to the "unlocked" position, and then the trigger switch is ready to be triggered.

1. The water pressure on the surface you are cleaning increases as you move the spray gun closer to the surface.
2. It is recommended that for most cleaning applications, a 20-degree spray angle should be used to avoid damage to the surface being sprayed.

• Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Pull trigger to release water pressure.
• Lock the safety switch on the spray gun handle.
• Pull back the quick-connect collar on the spray lance.
• Push the nozzle into place in the spray lance.
• Push the collar forward so that the nozzle is secured properly. Check to see that the spray nozzle is secure.
• Attach the spray lance to the spray gun.

• Install the soap bottle on the spray gun.
• Start the pressure washer and spray the detergent on a dry surface using long, even, overlapping strokes. To prevent streaking, do not allow detergent to dry on the surface.
• Twist the cap on the soap bottle to adjust foam density, and turn the front end of the foam lance to adjust spray pattern if needed.

• Using the desired nozzle, spray away from the rinsing surface for approximately 10 seconds to allow any remaining detergent to be flushed from the line.
• Start at the top of the area to be rinsed and work down, overlapping the strokes.

STORAGE

1. Stop the machine and detach water hose and accessory.
2. Restart the machine and activate the trigger. Let the machine run until no more water runs through the spray gun.
3. Stop the machine, then unplug and wind up the hose and cable.
4. Place the spray gun, nozzle, and other accessories in the holders of the machine. Should the machine freeze over, it will be necessary to check it for damage.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING! Always disconnect the electrical plug from the socket prior to maintenance or cleaning. To ensure a long and problem-free life, it is recommended to comply with the following:

• Wash out the water hose, high-pressure hose, spray lance, and other accessories before mounting.
• Clean the connector, removing any dust and sand.
• Rinse the soap bottle after use.
• Clean the nozzles.

• Clean the water inlet filter regularly (once a month or more frequently) according to use.
• Unscrew the quick-connect nozzle and remove the hose.
• Check that it is intact before remounting it.
• The inlet filter must always be fitted inside the water inlet pipe to filter out sand, limestone, and other impurities, as they will damage the pump valves.

1. Stop the machine and disconnect the nozzle.
2. Clean the nozzle. 3. Backflush the nozzle with water.

TROUBLESHOOTING

DISPOSAL

This product must not be disposed of as household waste. Dispose of the device at an authorized collection point for the recycling of electrical appliances.