Troy-Bilt 20292 User manual

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2200 PSI PressureWasher
Operator'sManual
BRIGGS & STRATTONPOWER PRODUCTSGROUP, LLC
JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.
Manual No.203776GS RevisionA (08/20/2007)

Thankyou for purchasing this quality-built Troy-Bilt pressure washer.We are pleasedthat you've placedyour confidencein
the Troy-Bilt brand.When operatedand maintainedaccording to the instructions in this manual, your Troy-Bilt pressure
washer will provide many years of dependableservice.
Thismanualcontainssafety information to makeyou awareof the hazardsand risks associatedwith pressure washersand
how to avoid them. BecauseTroy-Bilt does not necessarilyknow allthe applications this pressurewasher could be used for, it
is important that you readand understandthese instructions thoroughly beforeattempting to start or operatethis equipment.
Save these instructions for future reference.
Thispressure washer requiresfinal assemblybeforeuse. Referto the Assemb/ysection of this manualfor instructions on
final assembly procedures.Follow the instructions completely.
Where to Find Us
You never haveto lookfar to find Briggs & Stratton support and servicefor your pressure washer. Consultyour Yellow Pages.
Thereare over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealersworldwide who provide quality service. You canalso
contact Troy-Bilt Customer Service by phone at [phone], or on the Internetat www.troybilt.com.
PressureWasher
Model Number
Revision
Serial Number
Engine
Model Number
TypeNumber
CodeNumber
DatePurchased
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III
IIIIIIIII
Troy-Bilt® is a registeredtrademark of MTD Products Inc and is used under
license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products.
Briggs & Stratton PowerProducts Group, LLC
900 North Parkway
Jefferson, WI 53549
Copyright © 2007 Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group,
LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this material may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form by any meanswithout
the expresswritten permission of Briggs & Stratton Power
Products Group,LLC.
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Table of Contents
Operator Safety ................................. 4
Equipment Description......................................... 4
Safety Rules................................................. 4
Assembly ..................................... 8
Unpack PressureWasher....................................... 8
Attach Handleand AccessoryTray ............................... 8
Add Engine Oil............................................... 9
Add Fuel.................................................... 9
Connect Hoseand Water Supply to Pump......................... 10
FeaturesandControls............................ 11
Operation .................................... 12
PressureWasher Location..................................... 12
How to Start Your PressureWasher............................. 13
How to Stop Your PressureWasher ............................. 14
How to UseAccessory Tray.................................... 15
How to Use SprayTips ....................................... 15
Cleaningand Applying Detergent................................ 16
PressureWasher Rinsing ..................................... 16
CleaningDetergentSiphoning Tube.............................. 17
Automatic Cool Down System (Thermal Relief)..................... 17
Maintenance .................................. 18
MaintenanceSchedule........................................ 18
PressureWasher Maintenance ................................. 19
Engine Maintenance.......................................... 20
After EachUse.............................................. 23
Winter Storage.............................................. 24
Long Term Storage .......................................... 24
Troubleshooting ................................ 25
Warranties .................................... 26
Emissions Control System Warranty............................. 26
PressureWasher OwnerWarranty............................... 28
Specifications ................................. 30
Product Specifications........................................ 30
Common Service Parts ....................................... 30
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OperatorSafety
Equipment Description
Readthis manual carefullyand becomefamiliar
withyourpressurewasher. Knowits applications,
its limitations,and any hazardsinvolved.
This pressurewasher operatesat a max of 2,200 PSIand a
flow rateof up to 2.2 gallons per minute. This high quality
residential system features 8" wheels, axialcam pump with
stainless steel pistons, automatic cool down system,
detergent siphoning system, quick connect spray tips, safety
goggles, heavy duty 25' hose, and more.
Everyeffort has been madeto ensurethat information in this
manual is accurateand current. However,we reservethe
right to change,alter, or otherwise improve the product and
this document at any time without prior notice.
The EmissionControl System for this pressure washer is
warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection
Agency andthe CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard.
SafetyRules
,_ Thisis thesafetyalert symbol. It is usedto alertyoutopotentialpersonalinjuryhazards.Obeyall
safetymessagesthatfollow this symboltoavoid
possibleinjuryor death.
Thesafety alert symbol (_.) is usedwith a signal word
(DANGER,CAUTION,WARNING),a pictorial and/or a safety
messageto alert you to hazards.DANGERindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, will result in deathor serious injury.
WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could
result in deathor serious injury. CAUTIONindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate
injury. NOTICE,indicates a situation that could result in
equipment damage.Follow safety messagesto avoid or
reducethe risk of injury or death.
WARNING
The engine exhaustfromthis productcontainschemicals
knownto the State ofCaliforniatocausecancer,birth
defects, or otherreproductiveharm.
A-Explosion
B-Fire
C-ElectricShock
D-ToxicFumes
E- Kickback
F-Hot Surface
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G-Flying Objects
H-Slippery Surface
I-Fail
J-FluidInjection
K- Moving Parts
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WARNING
Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache,
fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea, fainting or death.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea,
fainting, or poisoning.
• Operatepressurewasher ONLYoutdoors.
• Keep exhaustgas from entering a confined areathrough
windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other openings.
• DO NOTstart or run engine indoors or in an enclosedarea, even
if windows and doors are open.
• Use a respirator or mask wheneverthere is a chancethat vapors
may beinhaled.
• Readall instructions with mask soyou arecertain the mask will
provide the necessaryprotection against inhaling harmful
vapors.
WARNING
Useof pressure washer can createpuddles and
slippery surfaces.
Kickbackfrom spray gun can causeyou to fall.
• Operatepressurewasher from a stable surface.
• Thecleaning areashould haveadequateslopes and drainage to
reducethe possibility of a fall dueto slippery surfaces.
• Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasherfrom
a ladder, scaffolding, or any other similar location.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
WARNING
._ Fuel and its are extremely flammable and
vapors
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WHENADDINGOR DRAININGFUEL
• Turn pressurewasher OFFand let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen capslowly to relievepressure
in tank.
• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOToverfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.
• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks,open flames, pilot lights, heat,and
other ignition sources.
• DO NOTlight a cigarette or smoke.
WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT
• Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, andair cleanerare in place.
• DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.
WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT
• DO NOTtip engine or equipment at anglewhich causesfuel to
spill.
• DONOTsprayflammable liquids.
WHENTRANSPORTINGOR REPAIRINGEQUIPMENT
• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve
OFF.
• Disconnectspark plug wire.
WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELIN TANK
• Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves, water heaters,clothes dryers,
or other appliancesthat havepilot light or other ignition source
becausethey can ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
_¢ Risk of electrocution.
Contact with power source can cause electric
shock or burn.
• NEVERspray near power source.

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WARNING
Starter cord kickback(rapid retraction) can result
_nbodily injury. Kickbackwill pull hand and arm
toward enginefaster than you can letgo.
Brokenbones, fractures, bruises,or sprains
could result.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relievingspray gun
pressure.
• When starting engine,pull cord slowly until resistanceisfelt and
then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• After each starting attempt, where enginefails to run, always
point spray gun insafe direction and squeezespray guntrigger
to releasehigh pressure. Engagespraygun trigger lock.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
WARNING
Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious
burns.
_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.
DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOID hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.
Keepat least5 feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sidesof pressure
washer including overhead.
Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and
Public Property require equipment powered byan internal
combustion engine to have aspark arrester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDAForest service
standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the Stateof California a
spark arrester is required undersection 4442 of the California
Public resources code. Other states may havesimilar laws.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can cut through skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
• DONOTallow CHILDRENto operate pressure washer.
• NEVERrepair high pressure hose.Replaceit.
• NEVERrepair leaking connections with sealantof any kind.
Replaceo-ring or seal.
• NEVERconnect high pressure hose to nozzleextension.
• Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun
while system is pressurized.
• ALWAYSpoint spray gun in safedirection and squeezespray
guntrigger, to releasehigh pressure,everytime you stop
engine. Engagetrigger lock when not in use.
• NEVERaim spraygun at people, animals,or plants.
• DO NOTsecure spraygun in open position.
• DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.
• NEVERuse aspray gun which does not have a trigger lock or
trigger guard in place and in working order.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesandaccessoriesare
correctly attached.
WARNING
"_ Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
_ electric shock.
WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPAIRSTOYOUR PRESSURE
WASHER
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK
• Useapproved spark plug tester.
• DO NOTcheckfor sparkwith spark plug removed.
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WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts can entangle
hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
• NEVERoperate pressure washerwithout protective housing or
covers.
• DO NOTwear loose clothing, jewelry or anythingthat may be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
• Tie up long hair and removejewelry.
WARNING
>._ Risk of eye injury.
" Spray can splash back or propel objects.
• Always wear safety goggleswhen using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Beforestarting the pressurewasher, besureyou arewearing
adequatesafety goggles.
• NEVERsubstitute safety glassesfor safety goggles.
NOTICE
High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass.
• DO NOTpoint spray gun at glasswhen using red 0° spray tip.
• NEVERaim spraygun at plants.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and
shorten its life.
• If you havequestions about intended use,ask dealer or contact
qualified servicecenter.
• NEVERoperate units with brokenor missing parts, orwithout
protective housing or covers.
• DO NOTby-pass any safety device on this machine.
• DONOTtamper with governedspeed.
• DONOToperate pressurewasher above rated pressure.
• DONOTmodify pressurewasher in any way.
• Before starting pressure washer in cold weather,check all parts
of the equipment to besure ice hasnot formed there.
• NEVERmove machine by pulling on hoses. Use handleprovided
on unit.
Checkfuel systemfor leaksor signs of deterioration, suchas
chafed or spongy hose,loose or missing clamps, or damaged
tank or cap. Correct all defects before operating pressure
washer.
This equipment is designed to be usedwith Briggs & Stratton
Power Productsauthorized parts ONLY.If equipment is used
with parts that DO NOTcomply with minimum specifications,
userassumes all risks and liabilities.
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Assembly
___i ead entireoperator'smanualbeforeyou attempt
toassemble or operateyournew pressurewasher.
Your pressure washer requires some assembly and is ready
for useafter it has beenproperly serviced with the
recommendedoil and fuel.
If you haveanyproblems with the assemblyof your pressure
washer, pleasecall the pressurewasher helpline at
(888} 611-6708. If calling for assistance, pleasehavethe
model, revision, and serial number from the datatag
available.
UnpackPressureWasher
1. Removethe parts bag,accessories, and inserts
included with pressurewasher.
2. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from
top to bottom.
3. Ensureyou haveall included items prior to assembly.
Items in the cartoninclude:
• Main Unit
• Handle
• HighPressure Hose
• Spray Gun
• NozzleExtensionwith Quick ConnectFitting
• PlasticAccessoryTray
• Oil Bottle
• Parts Bag(which includes the following):
• SafetyGoggles
• Operator's Manual
• Owner's Registration Card
• Bag containing 3 Multi-Colored Spray Tips
• Spray Gun HolderWireform
• HandleFasteningHardwareKit(which includes):
• CarriageBolts (2)
• PlasticKnobs (3)
• TreeClips (4)
To prepare yourpressurewasherfor operation,youwill
need toperformthesetasks:
1. Fill out and send in registration card.
2. Attach handleto main unit.
3. Add oil to engine crankcase.
4. Add fuel to fuel tank.
5. Connecthigh pressure hoseto spray gun and pump.
6. Connectwater supply to pump.
7. Attach nozzleextensionto spray gun.
8. Select/attachquick connect spray tip to nozzle
extension.
Attach Handle and Accessory Tray
1. Placehandle (A) onto handle supports (B) connectedto
main unit. Makesure holes (C) in handle align with
holes (C) on handlesupports.
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NOTE:It may be necessaryto move the handle supports
from sideto side in order to align the handle so it will slide
over the handle supports.
2. Insert carriage bolts (A) through holes from back of
unit and attacha plastic knob (B) from front of unit.
Tighten by hand.
,Placeaccessorytray (A) over holes (C)on handle
(viewing from front of unit). Pushthe tree clips (B) into
the holes until they sit flat against the accessorytray.
,Insert spray gun holder wireform (A) through hole on
left side of handle(viewing from front of unit). Hold
wireform in place and attach a plastic knob (B) from
inside of unit. Tighten by hand.
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5. Insert multi-colored spray tips and other supplied
accessoriesin spacesprovided in accessorytray. See
"How to UseAccessory Tray".
Add Engine Oil
1. Placepressure washer on a flat, levelsurface.
2. Cleanarea around oil fill and removeyellow oil fill
cap/dipstick.
3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottle into oil fill opening.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of pressurewasher candamageit and
shorten its life.
• DONOTattemptto crankor starttheenginebeforeit hasbeen
properlyservicedwiththerecommendedoil.Thismayresultin
anenginefailure.
4. Replaceoil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.
Add Fuel
Fuel mustmeet theserequirements:
•Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/87AKI (91 RON).High
altitude use, seeHigh Altitude.
• Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to
15% MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
NOTICE
Avoid pressure washer damage.
Failureto follow Operator's Manualfor fuel
recommendationsvoids warranty.
• DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.
• DONOTmixoil in gasoline.
• DONOTmodifyengineto runonalternatefuels.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel
stabilizerwhen adding fuel. SeeStorage.All fuel is not the
same. If you experiencestarting or performanceproblems
after using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change
brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The
emission control system for this engine is EIVI(Engine
Modifications).
WARNING
._ Fueland its are extremely flammable and
vapors
explosive.
Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or
death.
WHENADDINGFUEL
• Turn pressurewasher OFFand let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen capslowly to relievepressure
in tank.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOToverfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.
• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks,open flames, pilot lights, heat,and
other ignition sources.
• DO NOTlight a cigarette or smoke.
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2. Cleanarea around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
Slowly add regular unleadedfuel (A) to fuel tank (B).
Becareful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" (4 cm) (6) of
tank space for fuel expansion.
3. Install fuel capand let anyspilled fuel evaporatebefore
starting engine.
HighAltitude
At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum
85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To
remainemissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is
required.Operationwithout this adjustment will cause
decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and
increasedemissions. Seean Authorized Briggs & Stratton
dealerfor high altitude adjustment information. Operationof
the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with
the high altitude kit is not recommended.
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ConnectHoseandWaterSupplyto Pump
NOTICE
DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected
and turned on.
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instructionwillvoidwarranty.
NOTE:Removeand discard the shipping caps from the
pump's high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching
hoses.
1. Uncoil high pressure hoseand attachone end of hose
to baseof spray gun. Tighten by hand.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
• NEVERconnect high pressure hose to nozzleextension.
• Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun
while systemis pressurized.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesandaccessoriesare
correctly attached.
2. Attach other end of high pressure hoseto high
pressure outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.
,Beforeconnecting garden hoseto water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (A). Cleanscreen if it contains debris or
haveit replacedif damaged.DONOTrun pressure
washer if inlet screen is damaged.
4. Run water through your garden hosefor 30 secondsto
cleanout anydebris.
IMPORTANT:DONOTsiphon standing water for thewater
supply. UseONLYcold water (less than 100°F).
5. Connectthe garden hose (not to exceed50 feet in
length) to the water inlet. Tighten by hand.
NOTICE
Using a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check valve)
at pump inlet can cause pump or inlet connector damage.
• ThereMUST beat leastten feet (3 m) of unrestricted garden
hose betweenthe pressure washer inlet andany device, such as
avacuum breakeror checkvalve.
• Damageto equipment resultingfrom failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
6. Turn ONthe water and squeezethe trigger on the spray
gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities.
WARNING
>._ Risk of eye injury.
" Spray can splash back or propel objects.
• Always wear safetygoggles when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Beforestarting the pressurewasher, besure you arewearing
adequatesafety goggles.
• NEVERsubstitute safety glassesfor safety goggles.
ChecklistBeforeStarting Engine
Reviewthe unit's assembly to ensureyou haveperformed all
of the following.
1. Be sureto readthe OperatorSafetysection and Howto
Use Your Pressure Washerin Operationsection before
using pressurewasher.
2. Make sure handle is in placeand secure.
3. Checkthat oil hasbeen addedto proper levelin the
engine crankcase.
4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
5. Checkfor properly tightened hoseconnections.
6. Checkto make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage
to high pressure hose.
7. Provide a proper water supply at an adequateflow.
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FeaturesandControls
_i eadthis Operator'sManual and safetyrulesbeforeoperatingyourpressurewasher.
Comparethe illustrations with your pressure washer,to familiarizeyourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.
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A-SprayGun-- Controlsthe application of water onto
cleaningsurfacewith trigger device.Includestrigger lock.
B-Warm'rig/OperatingInstructionsTag- Identifies
hazardsand proper procedureto start/stop pressure
washer.
C-Recoil Starter-- Usedfor starting the engine manually.
D-NozzleExtensionwith QuickConnect-- Allows you to
switch betweenthree different spray tips.
E- Primer Bulb -- Preparesa cold enginefor starting.
F-Air Filter-- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris
out of intake air.
G-Throttle Lever-- Sets engine in starting mode for recoil
starter and stops a running engine.
H- Fuel Tank-- Filltank with regular unleadedfuel. Always
leaveroom for fuel expansion.
J-Pump-- Developshigh pressure.
K-AutomaticCoolDownSystem-- Cycleswater through
pump when water reaches125°-155°F. Warm water will
dischargefrom pump onto ground. This system prevents
internal pump damage.
L-DetergentSiphoningTube/Filter-- Useto siphon
pressure washer safe detergents into the low pressure
stream.
M-HighPressure Outlet-- Connectionfor high pressure
hose.
N - WaterInlet-- Connectionfor garden hose.
P-Oil Fill/Dipstick-- Checkand fill with oil here.
R-High Pressure Hose-- Connectone end to water pump
and the other end to spray gun.
S-AccessoryTray-- Provides convenientstorage for
standard and optional accessories,such as brushes,
turbo wands, etc.
T- Spray Tips-- Detergent,0°, and 25°: for various high
pressure cleaning applications.
Items Not Shown:
Data Tag(near rear ofbaseplate) -- Provides model and
serial number of pressure washer. Pleasehavethese readily
availableif calling for assistance.
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Operation
If you haveanyproblems operating your pressure washer,
pleasecallthe pressure washer helpline at [phone].
PressureWasherLocation
Clearancesand Air Movement
WARNING
_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.
• Keepat least5 ft. (1.5m) clearanceonall sidesof pressure
washerincludingoverhead.
Placepressure washer outdoors in an area that will not
accumulate deadlyexhaustgas. DONOTplacepressure
washer where exhaustgas (A) could accumulate and enter
inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building.
Ensureexhaustgas is kept awayfrom anywindows, doors,
ventilation intakes, or other openingsthat can allow exhaust
gasto collect in aconfined area. Prevailingwinds and air
currents should be taken into considerationwhen positioning
pressure washer.
WARNING
Running enginegives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathingcarbon monoxide cancause headache,
fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea,fainting or death.
• OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.
• Keepexhaustgasfromenteringa confinedareathrough
windows,doors,ventilationintakes,orotheropenings.
• DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,even
if windowsanddoorsareopen.
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How to Start Your Pressure Washer
To start your pressure washer for thefirst time, follow these
instructions step-by-step. This starting information also
applies if you havelet the pressure washer sit idle for at least
a day.
1. Placepressure washer near an outside water source
capableof supplying water at a flow rategreaterthan
3.2 gallons per minute and no less than 20 PSIat
pressure washer end of garden hose. DONOTsiphon
supply water.
2. Checkthat high pressure hoseis tightly connectedto
spray gun and pump. SeeAssembly section.
3. Make sure unit is in a level position.
4. Connectgarden hoseto water inlet on pressurewasher
pump.
NOTICE
DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected
and turned on.
: failuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty.
5. Turn ONwater, point spray gun in a safe direction and
squeezetrigger to purge pump system of air and
impurities.
6. Attach nozzleextensionto spray gun. Tighten by hand.
,Engagetrigger lock (A) on spray gun trigger.
8. Move throttle leverto "Fast" position (A), shown as a
rabbit.
To startthe engine forthe veryfirst time:
9. Push primer bulb firmly 5 times, waiting 2 seconds
between eachpush.
To startenginethereafter:
9. Press primer bulb firmly 3 times, waiting 2 seconds
between eachpush. Fora warm engine, DONOTpress
primer bulb.
10. Whenstarting engine, position yourself as
recommendedand grasp starter grip handle and pull
slowly until you feel some resistance.Then pull rapidly
to start engine.
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WARNING
Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result
_nbodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains
could result.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relievingspray gun
pressure.
• When starting engine,pull cord slowly until resistanceisfelt and
then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• After each starting attempt, where enginefails to run, always
point spray gun insafe direction and squeezespray guntrigger
to releasehigh pressure. Engagespraygun trigger lock.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
11. Return starter grip handle slowly. DONOTlet rope
"snap back" againststarter.
NOTE:Always keepthe throttle leverin the "Fast" position
when operating the pressure washer.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can cut through skin and its
_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
• DONOTallow CHILDRENto operatepressure washer.
• Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun
while systemis pressurized.
• NEVERaim spray gun at people,animals, or plants.
• DO NOTsecure spray gun in open position.
• DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.
• NEVERuse aspray gun which does not have a trigger lock or
trigger guardin place and in working order.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesandaccessoriesare
correctly attached.
WARNING
Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious
burns.
._ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.
DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOID hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.
Keepat least5 feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sidesof pressure
washer including overhead.
Code of FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks,Forests,and
Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engineto have aspark arrester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDAForestservice
standard 5100-1C or later revision. Inthe State of California a
spark arrester is required undersection 4442 of the California
Public resources code. Otherstates may havesimilar laws.
Howto StopYourPressureWasher
1. Release spray gun trigger and let engine idle for two
minutes.
2. Move throttle to SLOW position, then STOP position (A).
3. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction and
squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh
water pressure.
WARNING
Thehigh pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces cancut through skin and its
_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can causeinjury.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemispressurized.
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray
guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop
engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotinuse.
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IMPORTANT:Spray gun traps high water pressure,even
when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.
4. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun when not in use.
Howto UseAccessoryTray
The unit is equipped with an accessorytray with places to
store your spray gun, nozzleextension and quick connect
spray tips. Thereis also a hook atthe front of the accessory
tray to hold your high pressure hose.
NOTE:Theextra hole in the tray is for storing a utility brush.
Theextra clip in the tray is for storing a turbo nozzle.The
brush and turbo nozzleare NOTincludedwith your pressure
washer.You can buythese items asoptional accessories.
1. Placenozzleextensionthrough hole on accessorytray,
as shown.
2. Placespray gun through hole on accessorytray on
right side of unit.
NOTE:You may alsouse the spray gun holder wireform
attachedto the handleto store your spray gun and nozzle
extension, as shown in Featuresand Controls section.
3. Insert multi-colored spray tips in spaces providedin
accessorytray.
4. Hang high pressure hoseon hook attachedto
accessorytray on front of tray, as shown.
How to Use Spray Tips
Thequick-connect on the nozzleextensionallows you to
switch betweenthree different quick connect spray tips.
Spraytips can bechangedwhile pressure washer is running
once spray gun trigger lock is engaged.The spray tips vary
the spray pattern asshown below.
Low Pressure High Pressure
Black
ii
25° Green 0° Red
Useto apply 1650 PSI 2200 PSI
detergent 2.2 GPM 1.9 GPM
Followtheseinstructionsto changespraytips:
1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
• NEVERexchangespraytipswithoutlockingthetriggerlockon
thespraygun.
• DONOTtwist spraytips whilespraying.
2. Pull back collar on quick-connect and pull current
spray tip off. Store spray tips in holder provided on the
accessorytray.
3. Select desiredspray tip:
• Forgentle rinse, selectgreen 25° spray tip.
• To scour surface, select red 0° spray tip.
• To apply detergent,select black spray tip.
4. Pull back on collar, insert newspray tip and release
collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is securely in
place.
UsageTips
• For most effective cleaning, keepspray tip from 8 to
24 inches away from cleaning surface.
• If you get spray tip too close, especiallyusing a high
pressure spray tip, you may damagesurface being
cleaned.
• DONOTget closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires.
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CleaningandApplyingDetergent
CAUTION
Chemicalscan cause bodily injury, and/or property
damage.
• NEVERusecausticliquidwith pressurewasher.
• UseONLYpressurewashersafedetergents/soaps.Followall
manufacturersinstructions.
To applydetergent,follow thesesteps:
1. Reviewuse of spray tips.
2. Preparedetergent solution as requiredby job.
3. Placesmall filter end of detergent siphoning tube into
detergent container.NOTICE
Contact with the hot muffler candamagedetergent
siphoning tube.
• Wheninsertingthefilter intoadetergentsolutionbottle,route
thetubesoasto keepitfrom inadvertentlycontactingthehot
muffler.
NOTE:Make surethe filter is fully submerged in detergent
while applying detergent.
4. Make sure black spray tip is installed.
NOTE:Detergentcannot be applied with the high pressure
spray tips (Greenor Red).
5. Make sure garden hose is connectedto water inlet.
Checkthat high pressure hoseis connectedto spray
gun and pump. Turn on water.
NOTICE
You must attach all hoses beforeyou start the engine.
• Startingtheenginewithoutall thehosesconnectedandwithout
thewaterturnedONwill damagethe pump.
• Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty.
6. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun and start engine
following instructions How to Start Your Pressure
Washer.
7. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower
portion of areato be washedand work upward, using
long, even,overlapping strokes.
8. Allow detergent to "soak in"for 3-5 minutes before
washing and rinsing. Reapplyas neededto prevent
surfacefrom drying. DONOTallow detergentto dry on
(prevents streaking).
IMPORTANT:You must flush the detergent siphoning
system after each useby placingthe filter into a bucket of
cleanwater, then run the pressure washer in low pressure
for 1-2 minutes.
PressureWasherRinsing
ForRinsing:
1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.
2. Removeblack spray tip from nozzleextension.
3. Select and install desired high pressure spray tip
following instructions How to UseSpray Tips.
4. Keepspray gun a safedistance from areayou plan to
spray.
WARNING
_r= Kickback spray gun can cause you to
from fall.
• Operatepressure washerfrom a stable surface.
• Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasher from
a ladder,scaffolding, or anyother similar location.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
5. Applya high pressuresprayto asmall areaandthen
checksurfacefor damage.If no damageisfound, you
canassumeit is okayto continue rinsing.
6. Start attop of areato be rinsed,working down with same
overlappingstrokes asyou usedfor cleaning.
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CleaningDetergentSiphoningTube
If you usedthe detergent siphoning tube, you must flush it
with cleanwater before stopping the engine.
1. Placedetergent siphoning tube/filter in a bucket full of
cleanwater.
2. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.
3. Removehigh pressure spray tip from nozzleextension.
4. Select and install black detergent spray tip following
instructions How to Use Spray Tips.
5. Flush for 1-2 minutes.
6. Shut off engine following instructions How to Stop
Pressure Washerand turn off water supply.
WARNING
Thehigh pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces cancut through skin and its
_ nderlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which cancause injury.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemis pressurized.
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray
guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop
engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotin use.
7. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction and
squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh
water pressure.
IMPORTANT:Spraygun traps high water pressure, even
when engine is stopped andwater is disconnected.
AutomaticCoolDownSystem(ThermalRelief)
If you run the engineon your pressure washer for
3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
circulating water in the pump can reachtemperatures above
125°F.The system engagesto cool the pump by discharging
the warm water ontothe ground.
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Maintenance
MaintenanceSchedule
Follow the hourly or calendarintervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse
conditions noted below.
MaintenanceSchedule- Fill in DatesasYouCompleteRegularService
MaintenanceTask ServiceIntervals Service Dates
Every25 Every50 Every100
Before Hours or Hours or Hours or
EachUse Yearly Yearly Yearly
Pressure Washer
Check/clean water inlet screen X'
Checkhigh pressure hose X
Checkdetergent siphoning
hose/filter X
Checkspray gun and assembly for
leaks X
Preparepump for storage below 32°F See WinterStorage
Engine
Checkoil level X
Cleandebris X
Changeengine oil X2
Service air cleaner X3
Service spark plug X
Service spark arrester X
Air cooling system X3
Preparefor storage If unit is to remainidle for longer than 30 days.
1Clean if clogged. Replace if perforated or torn.
2Change oil after the first (5) operating hours and every 50 hours or yearly thereafter. Change oil sooner when operating under dirty or dusty conditions.
3Replace more often under dirty or dusty conditions.
GeneralRecommendations
Regular maintenancewill improve the performance and
extend the life of the pressure washer.See anyqualified
dealerfor service.
The pressurewasher's warranty does not cover items that
havebeen subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To
receivefull valuefrom the warranty, the operator must
maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual,
including proper storage as detailedin Winter Storageand
Long TermStorage.
NOTE:Should you havequestions about replacing
components on your pressure washer, pleasecall
[phone] for assistance.
Someadjustments will needto be made periodically to
properly maintain your pressure washer.
All serviceand adjustments should be madeat least once
eachseason.Follow the requirementsin the Maintenance
Schedulechart above.
NOTE:Onceayear you should cleanor replacethe spark
plug, clean or replacethe air filter, and checkthe spray gun
and nozzleextension assembly for wear. A new spark plug
and cleanair filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
PumpOil
DONOTattempt any oil maintenanceon this pump. The
pump is pre-lubricated and sealedfrom the factory, requiring
no additional maintenancefor the life of the pump.
EmissionsControl
Maintenance, replacement,or repair of theemissions
controldevicesand systemsmay beperformedby any
non-roadengine repair establishmentor individual.
However,to obtain "no charge" emissions control service,
the work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.
Seethe Emissions Warranty.
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BeforeEachUse
1. Checkengine oil level.
2. Cleandebris.
3. Check
4. Check
5. Check
6. Check
leaks.
7. Rinse
water inlet screen for damage.
high pressure hosefor leaks.
detergent siphoning tube and filter for damage.
spray gun and nozzleextension assemblyfor
out garden hoseto flush out debris.
PressureWasherMaintenance
Clean Debris
Daily or beforeuse,cleanaccumulateddebris from cleaning
system. Keeplinkage,spring andcontrols clean. Keeparea
around and behind mufflerfree from anycombustible debris.
Inspect cooling air slots and openingson the pressure
washer.Theseopeningsmust be keptcleanand unobstructed.
Cleaningsystem parts should be kept cleanto reducethe
risk of overheating and ignition of accumulated debris.
• Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of pressurewasher candamageit and
shorten its life.m .......
• DONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.
• Usea soft bristle brush to loosen cakedon dirt, oil, etc.
• Usea vacuum cleanerto pick up loose dirt and debris.
Checkand Clean Inlet Screen
Examinethe screen on the pump's water inlet. Cleanit if the
screen is clogged or replaceit if screen is damaged.
CheckHigh Pressure Hose
The high pressure hosecan developleaksfrom wear,
kinking, or abuse. Inspect the hoseeachtime beforeusing it.
Checkfor cuts, leaks,abrasions or bulging of cover, damage
or movement of couplings. If anyof these conditions exist,
replacethe hose immediately.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
9ossible amputation.
• NEVERrepairhighpressurehose.Replaceit.
• ReplacementhoseratingMUSTexceedmaximumpressure
ratingofunit.
CheckDetergentSiphoningTube
Examinethe filter on the detergent tube and clean if clogged.
Thetube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting. Examinethe
tube for leaksor tears. Replacethe filter or tube ifeither is
damaged.
CheckSpayGunand NozzleExtension
Examinethe hose connectionto the spray gun and make
sure it issecure.Test the trigger by pressing itand making
sure it "springs back" into placewhen you releaseit. Putthe
trigger lock in the ONposition and test the trigger. You
should not be able to press the trigger.
Nozzle Maintenance
A pulsing sensationfelt while squeezingthe spray gun
trigger may becaused by excessivepump pressure.The
principal causeof excessivepump pressure is a spray tip
clogged or restricted with foreign materials, such asdirt, etc.
To correct the problem, immediately cleanthe spray tip
following these instructions:
1. Shut off engine and turn off water supply.
2. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction and
squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh
water pressure.
WARNING
Thehigh pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces cancut through skin and its
_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can causeinjury.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemispressurized.
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray
guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop
engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotinuse.
3. Removespray tip from end of nozzleextension.
4. Use a small paper clip to free anyforeign material
clogging or restricting spray tip (A}.
5. Removenozzleextensionfrom spray gun.
6. Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back
flushing water through nozzleextension. Backflush
between 30 to 60 seconds.
7. Reinstall spray tip into nozzleextension.
8. Reconnect nozzleextensionto spray gun.
9. Make sure garden hose is connectedto water inlet.
Checkthat high pressure hoseis connected to spray
gun and pump. Turn on water.
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10. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun and start engine
following instructions How to Start Your Pressure
Washer.
11. Test pressurewasher by operating with each quick
connect spray tip.
O-RingMaintenance
Purchasean O-Ring/Maintenance Kit, part number
191922GS by contacting the nearestauthorized service
center. It is not included with the pressurewasher. This kit
includes replacemento-rings, rubber washer and water inlet
filter. Referto the instruction sheet provided in the kit to
serviceyour unit's o-rings.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
_ossible amputation.
• NEVERrepairleakingconnectionswithsealantofanykind.
Replaceo-ringor seal.
EngineMaintenance
WARNING
_'_ Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
_¢ electric shock.
WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPAIRSTO YOURPRESSURE
WASHER
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• DO NOTcheckfor spark with spark plug removed.
Oil
Oil Recommendations
We recommendthe useof Briggs & Stratton Warranty
Certifiedoils for best performance. Otherhigh-quality
detergent oils are acceptableif classified for serviceSF, SG,
SH, SJ or higher. DONOTuse special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for
the engine. Usethe chart to select the best viscosity for the
outdoor temperature rangeexpected.
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°C
•_ 40
o__ 30
>_20
10
-20
-30
* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE30 will result in hard starting.
** Above 80°F (27°C) the useof 10W30 may cause increasedoil
consumption. Check oil levelmore frequently.
NOTE:Synthetic oil meeting ILSACGF-2,API
certification mark and API servicesymbol with
"SJ/CF ENERGYCONSERVING"or higher, is an
acceptableoil at all temperatures. Useof synthetic
oil does not alter required oil change intervals.
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