How Do I Safely Shut Down a Pressure Washer?

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How Do I Safely Shut Down a Pressure Washer?

Safely shutting down a pressure washer includes discharging the spray gun, disconnecting all hoses, and pulling the recoil to discharge water remaining in the pump.

Apr 5, 2023
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How Do I Safely Shut Down a Pressure Washer?

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Safely Shutting Off a Pressure Washer

1. Turn the engine switch to OFF.

2. Turn the water supply OFF.
3. Point the spray gun in a safe direction and squeeze the trigger to release high-pressure water from the system.
4. Disconnect the hoses and drain water from the hoses, spray gun, and lance. Do NOT store equipment with the high-pressure hose connected to the pump and gun.
5. With the engine kill switch off, pull the recoil several times to expel the remaining water from the pump.
6. Prepare the fuel system, engine, and pump for storage: How Do I Store My Pressure Washer for the Winter?

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How Do I Safely Shut Down a Pressure Washer?