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SA VE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERA TOR’S MANUAL GASOLINE PRESSURE W ASHER RD80763/RD80964 Y our pressur e washer has been engineered and manufactur ed to our high standard for dependability , ease of operation, and operator safety . When properly car ed for , it will give you years of rugged, trouble-fr ee performance. WARNING: T o redu[...]
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2 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................................[...]
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3 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below , may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury . READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Know your tool. Read the operator’ s manual car efully . Learn the machine’ s applications and limitations as well as th[...]
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4 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or any electrical device. Before starting any cleaning operation, close doors and windows. Clear the area to be cleaned of debris, toys, outdoor furniture, or other objects that could cr eate a hazard. Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is ru[...]
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5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Pr oper interpr eta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer . Read The Operator’ s Manual Safety Alert SYMBOL NAME DESIGNA TION/EXPLANA TION Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. T o r educe the[...]
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6 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing r equires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to the nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for r epair . When servic- ing, use only identical replacement parts. The following signal words and meanings ar e intended to explai[...]
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7 FEA TURES PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS Engine ............................................................................................................................................................................ 211cc Fuel T ank Capacity ............................................................................................................[...]
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8 FEA TURES KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER See Figure 1. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’ s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules . CRANE LIFTING HOOK The cr[...]
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9 ASSEMBL Y WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing do not oper - ate this tool until the parts are replaced. Failur e to heed this war ning could result in serious personal injury . WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create acces- sories not recommende d for use with this to ol. Any such alteratio n or mod ification is misuse and[...]
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10 ASSEMBL Y Fig. 6 HANDLE HANDLE KNOB RAISING AND LOWERING HANDLE A TT ACHING THE WHEEL ASSEMBL Y AND SUPPORT FOOT See Figures 3 and 4. Locate the support feet, nuts, and bolts. Lift the machine and slide the support feet into the machine base. Secure in place using the bolts and nuts. Locate the axle, hitch pins, washer , and whee[...]
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11 ASSEMBL Y INLET COUPLER HIGH PRESSURE HOSE COLLAR WARNING: Make sure the nozzle and hose connections are secur e before sta rting the machine. A non- secur ed acce ssory co uld beco me a pr oj ectil e if n ot prop erly installed which could result in serious injury . ASSEMBLING THE TRIGGER HANDLE See Figure 7. Place the threaded end of the s[...]
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12 ASSEMBL Y ADDING OIL TO THE ENGINE See Figure 10. NOTE: This machine has been shipped with appr oximately 2 oz. of oil in the engine from testing. Y ou must add oil to the engine before starting it the first time. CAUTION: Any attempt to start the engine without adding oil will result in engine failur e. Place pressur e washer on a flat, l[...]
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13 ASSEMBL Y CONNECTING THE GARDEN HOSE TO THE PRESSURE WASHER See Figure 12. The water supply must come from a water main. NEVER use hot water or water fr om pools, lakes, etc. Befor e connecting the garden hose to the pr essure washer: Run water thr ough the hose for 30 seconds to clean any debris from the hose. Inspect the screen in the [...]
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14 ON O ON O OPERA TION APPLICA TIONS Y ou may use this tool for the purposes listed below: Removing dirt and mold from decks, cement patios, and house siding Cleani ng cars, boats, motorc ycles, outdoor furniture , and grills ST ARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE WASHER See Figures 14 - 16. CAUTION: Do not run the pump without the wate[...]
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15 OPERA TION USING THE SPRA Y WAND TRIGGER See Figure 17. For greater control and safety , keep both hands on the trigger handle at all times. Pull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressur e washer . Release the trigger to stop the flow of water through the nozzle. T o engage the lock out: Pull up on the lock out until it clic[...]
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16 OPERA TION WASHING WITH DETERGENT See Figures 20 - 21. Use only detergents designed for pr essure washers; house- hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents, flam- mable material, or industrial grade solutions can damage the pump. Many deter gents may require mixing prior to use. Prep are cleaning solution as instructe d on the solut[...]
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17 OPERA TION RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER T ur n off the pressur e washer and shut off the water supply . Pull trigger to release water pr essure. 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-connec[...]
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18 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may cr eate a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty , also wear a dust mask. WARNING: Before inspecting, cleani[...]
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19 MAINTENANCE Fig. 26 NOZZLE CLEANING TOOL NOZZLE CHANGING THE OIL See Figure 24. Place a container under the pressur e washer . Remove th e oil drain plug and drain the old oil. NOTE: Drain the oil while the engine is still warm but not hot. W arm oil will drain quickly and more completely . Replace the oil drain plug. [...]
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20 MAINTENANCE STORING THE PRESSURE WASHER See Figure 27. Store the pr essure washer with the gas tank empty by either draining the tank or running the pressure washer until the gas runs ou t. Allow 30 minutes of “cool down” time be for e storing the machine. Stor e in a dry , covered ar ea wher e the weather can’t damage it. It is important [...]
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21 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine fails to start 1. Engine switch is in the off position. 1. Move switch to start. 2. Fuel valve lever is OFF . 2. Move the lever to ON. 3. No fuel in tank. 3. Fill tank. 4. Spark plug shorted or fouled. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Spark plug is broken (cracked 5. Replace spark plug. porcelain or electr [...]
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22 NOTES[...]
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23 W ARRANTY EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY PERIOD The warranty period for this engine begins on the date of sale to the initial purchaser and continues for a period of 2 years. P ARTS COVERED Listed below are the parts covered by the Emission Components Defect Warranty . Some of the parts listed below may require scheduled maintenance and are [...]
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24 W ARRANTY a) The warranty period begins on the date the engine is del iver ed to an ulti mate pur ch aser or fir st pl aced into serv ice . The warranty period is two years. b) Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below , the warranty on emissions related parts is as fol- lows: (1) Any warranted part that is not scheduled for [...]
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25 W ARRANTY When warranty repair is needed, the engine must be brought to an authorized service dealer or warranty station’ s place of business during normal business hours. In all cases, a reasonable time, not to exceed 30 days, must be allowed for the warranty repair to be completed after the engine is received by the authorized service dealer[...]
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26 LIMITED 3 YEAR ENGINE WARRANTY FOR RIDGID ® PRESSURE W ASHER Limited Manufacturer’ s W arranty fr om Subaru Robin (Effective with engines pur chased from Robin America, W ood Dale, IL, after November 15, 1993) Robin America, Inc., a division of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. (her ein “Robin”), warrants that each new engine sold by it will be[...]
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27 W ARRANTY Proof of pur chase must be presented when r equesting warranty service. This product is manufactured by T echtronic Industries North America, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to T echtronic Industries North America, Inc., attn: Pressur e W asher T echni- cal Service at (tol[...]
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OPERA TOR’S MANUAL GASOLINE PRESSURE W ASHER RD80763 / RD80964 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMA TION For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center . Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online [...]