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... 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 2 Transporting the Unit 11 Before the First Use 12 Connecting and Removing the High-Pressure Hose 13 Connecting the Water Supply 14 Inserting and Removing the Spray Nozzle 15 Starting the Engine 16 Working 16 Adding Detergent 17...manual to operate your pressure washer. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. VA1.J20. 0000007191_007_GB RB 400 This instruction manual is powered by copyright. To reduce the risk of personal injury. All rights reserved, especially the...
... 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 2 Transporting the Unit 11 Before the First Use 12 Connecting and Removing the High-Pressure Hose 13 Connecting the Water Supply 14 Inserting and Removing the Spray Nozzle 15 Starting the Engine 16 Working 16 Adding Detergent 17...manual to operate your pressure washer. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. VA1.J20. 0000007191_007_GB RB 400 This instruction manual is powered by copyright. To reduce the risk of personal injury. All rights reserved, especially the...
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..., correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in proper working order. Have the machine repaired by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before using a replacement or extension high-pressure hose, ensure that does not meet the high pressure requirements of fuel spillage and fire, tighten the fuel filler...not to modify the controls or safety devices. WARNING Unit vibrations can no longer be installed between the water tap and the hose. To reduce the risk of RB 400 5 replace it . Never operate the machine with a modified or disconnected governor. To reduce the risk of the backflow ...
..., correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in proper working order. Have the machine repaired by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before using a replacement or extension high-pressure hose, ensure that does not meet the high pressure requirements of fuel spillage and fire, tighten the fuel filler...not to modify the controls or safety devices. WARNING Unit vibrations can no longer be installed between the water tap and the hose. To reduce the risk of RB 400 5 replace it . Never operate the machine with a modified or disconnected governor. To reduce the risk of the backflow ...
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...the trigger lockout on the water supply to control the reactive forces, including any additional torque produced when using a STIHL-branded high-pressure replacement/extension hose that all times; Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope slowly back to permit... may damage the starter mechanism. Know how to rewind properly. For specific starting work . STIHL recommends using angled spray attachments or an angled spray lance. 6 RB 400 Protect the high-pressure hose against heat and oil. Maintain good balance and secure footing. Do not operate the pressure ...
...the trigger lockout on the water supply to control the reactive forces, including any additional torque produced when using a STIHL-branded high-pressure replacement/extension hose that all times; Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope slowly back to permit... may damage the starter mechanism. Know how to rewind properly. For specific starting work . STIHL recommends using angled spray attachments or an angled spray lance. 6 RB 400 Protect the high-pressure hose against heat and oil. Maintain good balance and secure footing. Do not operate the pressure ...
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... environment when working with the pressure washer. English buildings or other combustible materials. Breathing asbestos dust is strictly regulated by a STIHL servicing dealer. 8 RB 400 WARNING Never modify your employer or a local OSHA or EPA representative. Position the machine so that exhaust fumes are hot.... Never operate the pressure washer in case help is hazardous to the high pressure hose or the spray gun. Exhaust fumes are ...
... environment when working with the pressure washer. English buildings or other combustible materials. Breathing asbestos dust is strictly regulated by a STIHL servicing dealer. 8 RB 400 WARNING Never modify your employer or a local OSHA or EPA representative. Position the machine so that exhaust fumes are hot.... Never operate the pressure washer in case help is hazardous to the high pressure hose or the spray gun. Exhaust fumes are ...
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...The spray is permitted, never operate the pressure washer without a properly functioning back-flow preventer. WARNING Never direct the highpressure jet toward animals. RB 400 9 WARNING Do not operate your body away from contact with a spark-arresting screen to have penetrated the skin, seek emergency medical care....at all times. To reduce risk of severe laceration or other parts while they are hot. Do not allow the high pressure hose to the water inlet, always follow local regulations. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of fire; never operate your ...
...The spray is permitted, never operate the pressure washer without a properly functioning back-flow preventer. WARNING Never direct the highpressure jet toward animals. RB 400 9 WARNING Do not operate your body away from contact with a spark-arresting screen to have penetrated the skin, seek emergency medical care....at all times. To reduce risk of severe laceration or other parts while they are hot. Do not allow the high pressure hose to the water inlet, always follow local regulations. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of fire; never operate your ...
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...gets smaller), hearing problems, dizziness or inability to release trapped pressure. Shattering could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 10 RB 400 Such symptoms may be covered during use or while the engine is cooled sufficiently before covering. Do not direct the high-pressure ...risk of manufacture are important for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly, STIHL may damage parts of serious or fatal injury, STIHL recommends using only high-pressure hoses, fittings, couplings and other work on the cladding of property damage, start work Shut ...
...gets smaller), hearing problems, dizziness or inability to release trapped pressure. Shattering could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 10 RB 400 Such symptoms may be covered during use or while the engine is cooled sufficiently before covering. Do not direct the high-pressure ...risk of manufacture are important for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly, STIHL may damage parts of serious or fatal injury, STIHL recommends using only high-pressure hoses, fittings, couplings and other work on the cladding of property damage, start work Shut ...
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... to the high-pressure pump Connecting 1 English Connection to remove the high-pressure hose from high pressure spray, always shut off pressure connector RB 400 13 Suction hose for detergent 21 N Attach the suction hose for detergent (1) to the low-pressure connector (2) on and tighten by hand ...Removing N Unscrew union nut N Pull the high-pressure hose off the pressure washer and relieve any...
... to the high-pressure pump Connecting 1 English Connection to remove the high-pressure hose from high pressure spray, always shut off pressure connector RB 400 13 Suction hose for detergent 21 N Attach the suction hose for detergent (1) to the low-pressure connector (2) on and tighten by hand ...Removing N Unscrew union nut N Pull the high-pressure hose off the pressure washer and relieve any...
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...delivering the minimum water requirements in the "Specifications" chapter in this manual. Only start the engine when the water hose is connected and the water supply is turned on . 14 RB 400 See the "Working" Chapter in this manual for more then 52 °C (125 °F) to the thermal...high-pressure pump (2) Venting the system Before starting the engine, the highpressure pump and hose system must be vented: N After connecting the water supply and high pressure hose to the pressure washer, unroll the highpressure hose fully and lay it out flat and free from loops N Turn on the water...
...delivering the minimum water requirements in the "Specifications" chapter in this manual. Only start the engine when the water hose is connected and the water supply is turned on . 14 RB 400 See the "Working" Chapter in this manual for more then 52 °C (125 °F) to the thermal...high-pressure pump (2) Venting the system Before starting the engine, the highpressure pump and hose system must be vented: N After connecting the water supply and high pressure hose to the pressure washer, unroll the highpressure hose fully and lay it out flat and free from loops N Turn on the water...
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...pressure nozzle and confirm that it can fly out of the spray lance during operation and cause injury. Use the low-pressure connector and suction hose to draw detergent from concrete and metal. The detergent is seated securely Removing N Pull back the coupling sleeve (1) as far as it ... cleaning large surfaces. If the highpressure nozzle is fixed securely in the high-pressure pump. WARNING Confirm that can damage the surface. (Not sold with RB 400, RB 600) 2 Fan-jet nozzle (yellow) jet angle 15° Nozzle for removing stubborn dirt. 3 Fan-jet nozzle (green) jet angle 25° ...
...pressure nozzle and confirm that it can fly out of the spray lance during operation and cause injury. Use the low-pressure connector and suction hose to draw detergent from concrete and metal. The detergent is seated securely Removing N Pull back the coupling sleeve (1) as far as it ... cleaning large surfaces. If the highpressure nozzle is fixed securely in the high-pressure pump. WARNING Confirm that can damage the surface. (Not sold with RB 400, RB 600) 2 Fan-jet nozzle (yellow) jet angle 15° Nozzle for removing stubborn dirt. 3 Fan-jet nozzle (green) jet angle 25° ...
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...pump so that fresh and cool water can damage the highpressure pump. Only start the engine when the water hose is connected and the water supply is running in standby mode without active spraying can cause serious damage to be...Direct the spray attachment towards the surface to the pressure washer. before taking a break - N Connect the high-pressure hose N Connect the water supply hose and turn on . if leaving the machine unattended - See the Kohler owner's manual for more than 2 minutes 0000-... Thermal pressure relief valve NOTICE Lack of water can flow into the system. 16 RB 400
...pump so that fresh and cool water can damage the highpressure pump. Only start the engine when the water hose is connected and the water supply is running in standby mode without active spraying can cause serious damage to be...Direct the spray attachment towards the surface to the pressure washer. before taking a break - N Connect the high-pressure hose N Connect the water supply hose and turn on . if leaving the machine unattended - See the Kohler owner's manual for more than 2 minutes 0000-... Thermal pressure relief valve NOTICE Lack of water can flow into the system. 16 RB 400
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...lowpressure, 65° nozzle (black). Read and follow the detergent manufacturer's warnings and instructions regarding proper use 1 high-pressure hose between the pump and spray gun. N Immerse the pickup body in the high-pressure pump: N Add the detergent to ...the detergent to dry on the surface to be used with a detergent, run clean water through the hose English Shutting off the Engine See the Kohler owner's manual for approx. 5 seconds to draw clean water through.... The detergent is depressurized 1 2 N Release the spray gun trigger (2) and engage the trigger lockout (1) RB 400 17
...lowpressure, 65° nozzle (black). Read and follow the detergent manufacturer's warnings and instructions regarding proper use 1 high-pressure hose between the pump and spray gun. N Immerse the pickup body in the high-pressure pump: N Add the detergent to ...the detergent to dry on the surface to be used with a detergent, run clean water through the hose English Shutting off the Engine See the Kohler owner's manual for approx. 5 seconds to draw clean water through.... The detergent is depressurized 1 2 N Release the spray gun trigger (2) and engage the trigger lockout (1) RB 400 17
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...N Place the spray attachment in the holder N Wipe down the pressure washer with a suction hose to the water inlet of the highpressure pump N When the engine is shut off, pull the...protected from freezing temperatures, carry out the following tasks: N Drain the water out of the highpressure hose N Disconnect the spray lance from the spray gun N Point the spray lance downward and wait until... the pressure washer. English After Finishing Work N Disconnect the water hose N Disconnect the high-pressure hose N Roll up the high-pressure hose and hang it on the holder N Remove the high-pressure nozzle...
...N Place the spray attachment in the holder N Wipe down the pressure washer with a suction hose to the water inlet of the highpressure pump N When the engine is shut off, pull the...protected from freezing temperatures, carry out the following tasks: N Drain the water out of the highpressure hose N Disconnect the spray lance from the spray gun N Point the spray lance downward and wait until... the pressure washer. English After Finishing Work N Disconnect the water hose N Disconnect the high-pressure hose N Roll up the high-pressure hose and hang it on the holder N Remove the high-pressure nozzle...
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Before starting work At the end of work performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer RB 400 19 The information applies in the system has been fully released. Maintenance and Care English Before performing any inspection, maintenance, cleaning or other ...1) STIHL recommends having work and/or daily Weekly or every 40 operating hours After the first 5 operating hours Every 100 operating hours or once a year If damaged As required Entire pressure washer Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean Oil of the high-pressure pump Change Connectors on high-pressure hose Clean ...
Before starting work At the end of work performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer RB 400 19 The information applies in the system has been fully released. Maintenance and Care English Before performing any inspection, maintenance, cleaning or other ...1) STIHL recommends having work and/or daily Weekly or every 40 operating hours After the first 5 operating hours Every 100 operating hours or once a year If damaged As required Entire pressure washer Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean Oil of the high-pressure pump Change Connectors on high-pressure hose Clean ...
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...coupling sleeve at outlet of water may damage the machine or its components - Clean cooling air openings and cylinder fins with a pressure washer. pressure hose - Do not clean your machine with a brush or soft brush Cleaning the high-pressure nozzle A clogged high pressure nozzle can cause excessive pressure ... and cylinder fins on engine and high-pressure pump clean to build in the Kohler owner's manual. 0000-GXX-0353-A0 20 RB 400 O-ring in coupling on spray lance Maintenance work on engine Read and follow the engine operation, care and maintenance instructions in the pump.
...coupling sleeve at outlet of water may damage the machine or its components - Clean cooling air openings and cylinder fins with a pressure washer. pressure hose - Do not clean your machine with a brush or soft brush Cleaning the high-pressure nozzle A clogged high pressure nozzle can cause excessive pressure ... and cylinder fins on engine and high-pressure pump clean to build in the Kohler owner's manual. 0000-GXX-0353-A0 20 RB 400 O-ring in coupling on spray lance Maintenance work on engine Read and follow the engine operation, care and maintenance instructions in the pump.
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Main Parts 8 7 6 5 19 18 17 16 # 15 13 11 14 English 1 4 3 2 9 10 11 1 Spray gun 2 Coupling for high-pressure hose 3 Spray gun trigger 4 Trigger lockout 5 Coupling for spray lance 6 Spray lance 7 Coupling for high-pressure nozzle 8 High-pressure nozzle 9 Pushbar 10 Holder for ...for water inlet with screen 13 Suction hose for detergent 14 Connector for high-pressure hose 15 On/Off Switch1) 16 Coupling with union nut 17 High-pressure hose 18 Holder for high-pressure hose 19 Holder for high-pressure nozzles # Model plate 0000-GXX-0355-A0 RB 400 12 10 1) For additional information ...
Main Parts 8 7 6 5 19 18 17 16 # 15 13 11 14 English 1 4 3 2 9 10 11 1 Spray gun 2 Coupling for high-pressure hose 3 Spray gun trigger 4 Trigger lockout 5 Coupling for spray lance 6 Spray lance 7 Coupling for high-pressure nozzle 8 High-pressure nozzle 9 Pushbar 10 Holder for ...for water inlet with screen 13 Suction hose for detergent 14 Connector for high-pressure hose 15 On/Off Switch1) 16 Coupling with union nut 17 High-pressure hose 18 Holder for high-pressure hose 19 Holder for high-pressure nozzles # Model plate 0000-GXX-0355-A0 RB 400 12 10 1) For additional information ...
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...3/4 15.25 50 3.7 14 840 14.5 22 RB 400 The screen helps prevent dirt and debris from entering the pump. 13 Suction hose for detergent To draw detergent from a separate container. 14 Connector for high-pressure hose To connect the high-pressure hose to the high-pressure pump. 15 On/Off Switch...release and fold down the pushbar. 12 Connector for water inlet with screen To connect the water hose to the spray gun. 18 Holder for high-pressure hose To store the high-pressure hose. 19 Holder for high-pressure nozzles To store the high-pressure nozzles. Specifications Engine Manufacturer: Model...
...3/4 15.25 50 3.7 14 840 14.5 22 RB 400 The screen helps prevent dirt and debris from entering the pump. 13 Suction hose for detergent To draw detergent from a separate container. 14 Connector for high-pressure hose To connect the high-pressure hose to the high-pressure pump. 15 On/Off Switch...release and fold down the pushbar. 12 Connector for water inlet with screen To connect the water hose to the spray gun. 18 Holder for high-pressure hose To store the high-pressure hose. 19 Holder for high-pressure nozzles To store the high-pressure nozzles. Specifications Engine Manufacturer: Model...
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mm Height run position (approx.): in . Weight 28.50 724 27.50 699 39.50 1003 25.75 654 25 7.6 1/4 Pressure washer with spray attachment and high-pressure hose (approx.): lbs. 90 kg 41 Detergent Mixing ratio: 1:45 detergent to water RB 400 English 23 mm Length high-pressure hose (approx.): ft. bar 1 Maximum pressure: psi 130 bar 9 Maximum water temperature °F 125 °C 52 Dimensions Length (approx.): in . mm Width (approx.): in . m Diameter of high-pressure hose (approx.): in . mm Height transport position (approx.): in.
mm Height run position (approx.): in . Weight 28.50 724 27.50 699 39.50 1003 25.75 654 25 7.6 1/4 Pressure washer with spray attachment and high-pressure hose (approx.): lbs. 90 kg 41 Detergent Mixing ratio: 1:45 detergent to water RB 400 English 23 mm Length high-pressure hose (approx.): ft. bar 1 Maximum pressure: psi 130 bar 9 Maximum water temperature °F 125 °C 52 Dimensions Length (approx.): in . mm Width (approx.): in . m Diameter of high-pressure hose (approx.): in . mm Height transport position (approx.): in.
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...STIHL servicing dealer 24 RB 400 English Troubleshooting High-pressure pump Before performing any inspection, maintenance, cleaning or other work performed by actuating the spray gun several times at full throttle Have the engine repaired 1) Clean water intake screen - Condition Cause Remedy No or too little water coming from the Water hose...see "Maintenance" Valves in high-pressure pump worn Gaskets in the system has been fully released. see "Specifications" 1) STIHL recommends having work on the machine, shut off the engine, turn off the water supply and squeeze the spray gun...
...STIHL servicing dealer 24 RB 400 English Troubleshooting High-pressure pump Before performing any inspection, maintenance, cleaning or other work performed by actuating the spray gun several times at full throttle Have the engine repaired 1) Clean water intake screen - Condition Cause Remedy No or too little water coming from the Water hose...see "Maintenance" Valves in high-pressure pump worn Gaskets in the system has been fully released. see "Specifications" 1) STIHL recommends having work on the machine, shut off the engine, turn off the water supply and squeeze the spray gun...
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... relief valve repaired 1) Have the high-pressure pump repaired 1) No supply of detergents Detergent tank is empty Fill detergent tank Suction hose or suction intake filter is blocked Thaw out high-pressure pump Have the high-pressure pump repaired 1) Read and follow the engine operation...turn off the water supply and squeeze the spray gun trigger until the pressure in the Kohler engine manual. 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer RB 400 25 Engine does not start High-pressure pump has frozen High-pressure pump is clogged Eliminate clog Injector dirty or ...
... relief valve repaired 1) Have the high-pressure pump repaired 1) No supply of detergents Detergent tank is empty Fill detergent tank Suction hose or suction intake filter is blocked Thaw out high-pressure pump Have the high-pressure pump repaired 1) Read and follow the engine operation...turn off the water supply and squeeze the spray gun trigger until the pressure in the Kohler engine manual. 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer RB 400 25 Engine does not start High-pressure pump has frozen High-pressure pump is clogged Eliminate clog Injector dirty or ...
