Troy-Bilt 1902 User manual

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Owner's Manual /Manual del Propietario
Pressure Washer /Lavadora de Presi6n
Model /Modelo 01902
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
IMPORTANTE: LEYO LA SEGURIDAD LAS ORDENESY LAS INSTRUCCIONES DETENIDAMENTE
Questions? Preguntas?
Helpline - 1-888-611-6708 M-F 8-5 CT
Troy-BiltO is a registered trademark of MTD and is used under license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products.
Troy-Bilt_ es una marca registrada registrada de MTD y se usa abajo licencia a Briggs & Stratton Power Products.
BRIGGS &STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC
IUIJUlJU[IILU!!IJEFFERSON,WISCONSIN,U.S.A.
05Printed in USA Manual No. 193904GS Revision 0 (0911812003)

Safety Rules
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules .................................... 2-4
KnowYour Pressure Washer ........................ 5
Assembly ...................................... 6-8
Operation .................................... 9-11
Maintenance ................................. 12-14
Storage ........................................ I 5
Troubleshooting ................................. 16
Notes ......................................... 17
Replacement Parts ............................ 18-19
Warranty ................................. Last Page
EQUIPMENT
DESCRIPTION
_Read this manual carefully and become familiar
with your pressure washer. Know its
applications, its limitations and any hazards
involved.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in
this manual is accurate and current. Howe_er, we reserve the
right to change, alter or otherwise impro_fe the product and
this document at any time without prior notice.
In the State of California a spark arrester is required b7law
(se_ti0n 4442 of the ca]if°mi" Pub!i€ Res0ur_e' c0de) •I
Othe r s_tes may have similarlaws. Federa! laws apply On I
federal lands, if you equip _he muffler" with a spark arres_r,
it must be maintained in effective working order.
SAFETY RULES
Thls is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
The safety alert symbol (_,) is used with a signal word
(DANGER, CAUTION,WARNING), a pictorial and/or a
safe_ message to alert you to hazards. DANGER indicates
a hazard which, if not avoided, _II result in death or serious
injury, WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury, CAUTION
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in
minor or moderate injury. CAUTION, when used
without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could
result in equipment damage, Follow safety messages to
avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death,
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Toxic Fumes Ele_rical Shock
SlipperySurface Falt Fluid Injection
Fire ExpIosion Hot Surface
Moving Farts Flying Obiects Kickback

Section 1: Safety Rules
DANGER
WARNING
shock may result,
WARNING
• Keep _pra7 nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from Cleaning
sur_ea,
, Operate this Unit on a stable surface,
•The cleaning areashould ha_ .dequa= _iopesand drain,ge_O
• reduce the Peasibili_ of a fa!l due to s!ippery surface s,
Be extremely careful if you must Use the pressure washer from
a ladder, scaffolding or any o_her relatively unstable location,
, Firm!y grasp Spray gun with bc_h hands whe n using
pressure spray to avoid injury if gun kicks back,
WARNING
WHEN ADDING FUEL
• Turn pressure washer OFF and tet i_ cool at least 2 minutes
before removing gas cap,
•Fill fuel tank outdoors,
• DO NOT overfill tank, Allow space for fuel expansion,
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilo_ lights, heat, and
other ignitionsources,
• DO NOT lishta cigaretteor smoke,
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
• DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angie which causes fuel
to spill.
• DO NOT spray flammable liquids,
WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
, Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff
valveOFE
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL
IN TANK
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes
dryers or other appliances that have oilot light or other
_gnition source because th_ can ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
whi{e system is pressurized.

Section 1: Safety Rules
• #Jlow equipment to cool before touching,
WARNING
Tie up long hair and remove jewelry,
Yicinity of where equipment i_ in use_
WARNING
where itcannot contactspark plug.
CAUTION
• DO NOT operate pressurewasher above ratedpresSgre,
CAUTION
•D0 NOT _eCure _p_gU_ !n0pen position,
, DO NO Tlear e_RraYgun Unattended whi_e machine is
Punning,
• NEVER use a _praygun which does not have a triter lockor
tH_er guard inplaceand inworking orden
• A!wa_s be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are
correctJyattached_
CAUTION
NEVER aim Sp_ _un at plants,
CAUTION
• If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or
contactBr_Rgs& Stratt_nPower Products,
• NEVER operate units with broken or missing parts, or
without protective housing or covers,
• DO NOT by-pass any safety device on this machine,
• Before starting pressure washer in cold weather, check all
parts of the equipment to be sure ice has not formed there,
• NEVER move machine by pulling on high pressure hose.Use
handle provided on unit.
• Check fuelsystem for leaksor signsof deterioration.SUCh
chafed or spongy hose. loose or missing damps, or damage_
tankor cap.Correc_ alldefectsbeforeoperatingpressure
washer:
• This eeuioment is designe_ _o be used with Bri_s & Straiten
Power Products authorized parts ONLY. If equipment is used
With parts that DO NOT comply with minimum spedfications
user assumes alI risks and liabilities.

Features and Controls 2
KNOWYOUR PRESSURE WASHER
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer.
Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Spray Gun
Recoil Starter
Throtsie Control Lever
Choke Lever
Pump equipped with Automatic
Coo_ Down System
Chemical Injection
&Water Inlet
Adjustable Nozzle Always attached to nozzle High Pressure Outlet -- Connection for high pressure
extension,Adjustable nozzle allows you to adjust spray hose.
pressure and spray pattern. DataTag (not shown, near teat of base plate) -
Air Filter Dry _/pe filter element limits the amount of Provides model and serial number of pressure washer,
dirt and dust that gets in the engine. Please have these readily available if calling for assistance,
Automatic Cool Down System -- Cycles water
through pump when water reaches 125%155_EWarm
water will discharge from pump onto ground.This system
_revents internal pump damage.
Chemical Iniection Siphon/Filter Use to siphon
detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low
pressure stream,
Choke Lever Prepares acold engine for starting.
High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water
Oil Fill/Dipstick -- Check and fill with oil here.
Pump -- Develops high pressure.
Recoil Starter Used for starting the en_ne manually,
Spray Gun Controls the application of water Onto
cleaningsurface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.
Throttle Control Lever Sets engine in starting mode
for recoil stariEer and stops a running engine.
Water Inlet -- Connection for garden hose,
pump and the other end to spray gun.

Assembly
ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: Readentire owner'smanualbefore you
attempt to assembleor operateyour new pressure washer.
Remove Pressure Washer from
Carton
•Remove the parts ba_ accessories, and insert included
with pressure washer,
• Slice two corners at the end of"carton from top to
bottom so the panel can be folded down fiat, then
remove alt packing material
• Roll pressure washer out of carton.
Carton Contents
Items in the carton include:
Main Unit
Goggles
Handle
High Pressure Hose
SprayGun
Nozzle Extension
Oil Bottle
Parts Bag (which includes the following):
Owner's Manual
Engine Manual
Owner's RegistrarJon Card
Maintenance Kit
Handle Fastening Hardware Kit (which includes):
Carriage Bolts (2)
Plastic Knobs (2)
"L" Hooks (2)
Lock Nun (2)
PREPARING PRESSURE
WASHER FOR USE
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
pressure washer or if paris are missing or damaged, call the
pressure washer helpline at 1-888-611-6708. If calling for
assistance, pte_se have the mode{, revision, and serial
number from the model data decal available.
To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you
will need to perform these tasks:
I. Fill out and send in registration card.
2. Attach handle to main unit.
3. Add oilto engine crankcase.
4. Add fuel to fuel tank.
5. Connect high pressure hose to spray gun and pump.
6. Connect water supply to pump.
Attach Handle
I. Place handle assembly onto handle supports connected
to main unit. Make sure holes in handle align with holes
on handle supports (Figure I).
Alig
Handle
Supports
NOTE: It may be necessary to move the handle supports
from side to side in order to align the handle so it wilt slide
over the handle supports.
2. Insert carriage bolts through holes from outside of unit
and attach a plastic knob from inside of unit (Figure 2),
Tighten by hand.
3_ Insert one "U' hook through hote iust under billboard
on left side of handle (viewing from rear of unit). Hold
hook in ptace with a pliers and attach Iocknut with a
7/16" wrench (Figure 3).

Section 3: Assembly
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4. Insert other"L" hook through hole just above billboard
on right side of handte (viewing from rear of unit),
Hold hook in place with a pliers and attach Iocknut
with a 7/16" wrench (Figure 3).
Add Engine Oil and Fuel
•Place pressure WaSher on a level surface.
• Refer to engine owner's manuat and follow oil and fuel
recommendations and instructions.
CAUTION
• Refer to engine manua_ foroH and rue{ fill information,
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break-in. Refer to
engine owner's manua{ for recommendations.
Connect Hose and Water Supply to
Pump
IMPORTANT: To avoidpump damage, yOU must assemble
the nozzle extension to the spray gun and a_tach a!l hoses
before y0u start the enginel
Attach 0no end of high pressure hose tO high pressure
0udet 0n pump (Figure 4).Tightenby
j-
!-
C
2, Attachotherend of hose to base of spraygun
(Figure 5),Tigh_n by hand.
-Connect High
Pressure Hose
Here

Section 3: Assembly
,Before connecting gardenhoseto w_ter inlet,inspect
inletscreen (Figure6),Clean screen ifit contains debris,
replaceit ifit isdamaged,DO NOT RUN PRESSURE
WASHER IFSCREENISDAMAGED,
4, Run water through garden hose for30 seconds to
cleanout any debris,Turnoffwater,
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphonstandingwater forthe
water supply,Use ONLY coldwater (lessthan 100¢'F).
5, Connect gardenhose (notto exceed 50 feetinlength)
to water inlet.Tightenby hand (Figure6).
6, Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
purge the pump system of air and impurities,
WARNING
adequate eye protection,
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit's assembly to confirm you have performed
allof the following:
I. Make sure handle is in place and secure.
2. Check that oit has been added to the proper level in
the engine crankc_e.
3. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
4. Check for properly tightened hose connections.
5. Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to the high pressure hose.
6, Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
7, Be sure to read "SafeLy Rules" and "How To Use Your
PressureWasher" before using the pressure washer.
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HOW TO USE PRESSURE
WASHER
If you haveany problems operating your pressure washer,
pleasecaltthe pressure washer helptine at
1-888-61 1-6708,
To Start Pressure Washer
To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow these
instrecdons st_p-by-step.This starting information also applies if
you have let the pressure washer sit idte for at ieast a day.
I,
2,
,
4.
Place pressure washer near an outside water source
capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than
3,0 galions per minute and no less than 20 PSIat
pressure washer end of garden hose.
Check that high pressure hose is tightly connected to
spray gun and pump, See"Preparing PressureWasher
For Use" for illustrations.
Make sure unit is in a level position,
Connect garden hose to water inlet on pressure
washer pump, Turn ON water,
CAUTION
5,
6. Attach nozzle extension to spray gun (Figure 7).
Tighten by hand.
7, Position nozzle in low pressure mode (slide nozzle
forward) and squeeze trigger on spr_ gun to relieve
pressure caused by turning ON water.Water wilt flow
out of gun in a thin stream. Continue to hold trigger
until there is a steady stream of water and no air
remains in system. Release trigger,
8. Engage safety latch to spray gun trigger (Figure 8).
,Latch
9, Start engine according to instructions given in engine
owner's manual,
NOTE: If the recoil starter is hard to pull, it may be
instruction will voidwarranty, nezessar/to squeeze thegun triggerto relieveinternal
pump pressure.
Squeeze trigger on gun until you have a steady stream
of water.This pur_es the pump of air and impurities. _ _,11Ti#'%kl
pulled and _nginefailsto start

Section 4: Operation
How to Stop Pressure Washer
•Turn engine off according to instructions _ven in engine
owner's manual.
• Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve pressure
in hose,
NOTE: A small amount of water wilt squirt out when you
release the pressure,
How to Use Adjustable Nozzle
You should now know how to START and STOP your
pressure washer.The information in this section wilt tell
you how to adjust the spray pattern and to apply detergent
or other cleaning chemicals.
CAUTION
I, Slide nozzle forward when you wish to adjust spray to
low pressure mode (Figure 9). Slide nozzle backward
to achieve high pressure.
Slide nozzle backward Slide nozzle forward for
for high pressure mode: low p_ssure mode _nd
detergent application.
2,
,
4,
S,
6,
Point nozzle down towards a firm surface and press
trigger to test spray pattern (Figure I0).
Twisting nozzle adjusts spray pattern from a narrow
pattern to a fan pattern (Figure I I).
Twist nozzle Twist nozzle clockwise
counterclockwise for fan for narrow spray
spray pattern, pa_ern.
}:or most effective cleaning, Keep spray nozzle frorr
8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface.
If you get spray nozzle too close, especially using high
pressure mode, you may damage surface being cleaned.
DO NOT get: closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires.
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