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Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operario
020262
Questions? Help is just a moment away!
(3700 PSI)
Preguntas? La ayuda es justa un momento lejos!
Call: Pressure Washer Helpline
Llame: Línea Directa del Lavador a Presión
1-800-743-4115 M-F 8-5 CT
web: www.briggsandstratton.com
WARNING ADVERTENCIA
Before using this product, read this Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este manual
manual and follow all Safety Rules y siga todas las Reglas de Seguridad
and Operating Instructions. e Instrucciones de
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer SAFETY RULES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES Section 1 - Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to Section 2 - Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 alert you to potential personal injury Section 3 - Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow Section 4 - Operation . . .
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SAFETY RULES 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ WARNING WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and odorless, colorless, poison gas. explosive. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or fainting or death. death. Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if WHEN ADDING FUEL inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes fainting or po
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer SAFETY RULES WARNING WARNING Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will The high pressure stream of water that this pull hand and arm toward engine faster than equipment produces can pierce skin and its you can let go. underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected, ALWAYS point gun
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SAFETY RULES 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ CAUTION CAUTION Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it Excessively high or low operating speeds increase risk and shorten its life. of injury and damage to pressure washer. If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or DO NOT tamper with governed speed. contact Briggs & Stratton Power Products. DO NOT operate pressure washer above rated pressure. NEVER operate units with broken or missing parts, or without protective
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer FEATURES AND CONTROLS KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER Read this Operator’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. Throttle Lever Nozzle Extension with Fuel Tank Choke Lever Quick Connect Fuel Valve Recoil Starter Spray Gun Run/Stop Switch (on front of engine) Air Filter Oil
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ASSEMBLY 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ ASSEMBLY PREPARING PRESSURE IMPORTANT: Read entire operator’s manual before you WASHER FOR USE attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer. If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged, call the Unpack the Pressure Washer pressure washer helpline at 1-800-743-4115. 1. Remove everything from carton except pressure To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you washer. will need to
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer ASSEMBLY Attach Handle Add Engine Oil and Fuel 1. Place handle assembly onto handle supports connected Place pressure washer on a level surface. to main unit. Make sure holes in handle align with holes Refer to engine operator’s manual and follow oil and fuel on handle supports (Figure 2). recommendations and instructions. Figure 2 — Attach Handle to Base CAUTION Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has Handle been properly filled with the re
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ASSEMBLY 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ NOTE: Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before CAUTION attaching hoses. There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden 2. Similarly, attach other end of high pressure hose to hose between the pressure washer inlet and any flow high pressure outlet on pump (Figure 5). Pull down on shut off device, such as a ‘Y’ shut-off connector or other collar of quick connect, slide onto pump and let go of convenience-type water shut-off valve. colla
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer OPERATION How to Start Engine HOW TO USE PRESSURE The best way to start your pressure washer for the first WASHER time is to follow these instructions step–by–step.This starting information also applies if have let the pressure If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, washer sit idle for at least a day. please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-743-4115. 1. Place pressure washer near an outside water source capable of supplying water at
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OPERATION 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ 9. When starting engine, position yourself as recommended WARNING in Figure 10 and start engine according to instructions Running engines produce heat.Temperature of given in engine operator’s manual.Also see operating muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed instructions tag located on the pressure washer. 150°F (65°C). Figure 10 - Recommended Starting Position Severe burns can occur on contact. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, struct
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer OPERATION How to Use Spray Tips Cleaning and Applying Detergent The nozzle extension quick–connect allows the use of IMPORTANT: Use detergents designed specifically several different spray tips. Each spray tip provides a for pressure washers. Household detergents could different spray pattern (Figure 11). damage the pump. CAUTION CAUTION A pressure washer produces a high pressure spray You must attach all hoses before you start the engine. which increases risk
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OPERATION 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ 5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet. 5. Increase (decrease) spray pressure by turning pressure Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray control knob clockwise (counterclockwise) (See gun and pump; start engine. “Know Your Pressure Washer”). Use lower pressure to wash items such as a car or boat. Use higher pressure 6. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower to strip paint and degrease driveways. portion of area
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer MAINTENANCE Check High Pressure Hose SPECIFICATIONS The high pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, Rated Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,700 PSI kinking, or abuse. Inspect the hose each time before using it. Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, Flow Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.0 gallons per minute (gpm) damage or movement of couplings. If any of these Detergent Use detergent approved for pressure washer
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MAINTENANCE 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ 3. Place o-ring into recess. Push o-ring snugly against WARNING in-line filter screen. The high pressure stream of water that this 4. Assemble nozzle extension to spray gun, as described equipment produces can pierce skin and its earlier in this manual. underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. Nozzle Maintenance NEVER repair leaking connections with sealant of any kind. A pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the sp
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer STORAGE To use PumpSaver, make sure the pressure washer is PREPARING THE UNIT turned off and disconnected from supply water. Read and follow all instructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver FOR STORAGE container. Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and CAUTION “freeze” pump action. If you do not plan to use the pressure You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures. washer fo
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TROUBLESHOOTING 3700 PSI Pressure Washer PowerBOSS™ TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction 1. Low pressure spray tip installed. 1. Replace spray tip with high pressure spray tip. 2. Water inlet is blocked. 2. Clear inlet. 3. Inadequate water supply. 3. Provide adequate water flow. 4. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking. 4. Straighten inlet hose, patch leak. Pump has following problems: 5. Clogged inlet hose strainer. 5. Check and clean inlet hose failure to produce pressure, erratic strainer. pres
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Pressure Washer NOTES 18
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BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC PRESSURE WASHER OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective February 1, 2006 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before February 1, 2006 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the pressure washer that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. Th
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PowerBOSS™ 3700 PSI Lavadora Presión REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES TABLA DE CONTENIDOS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD Sección 1 - Reglas De Seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23 Éste es el símbolo de alerta de seguridad. Sirve Sección 2 - Características y Controles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 para advertir al usuario de un posible riesgo para Sección 3 - Montaje . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27 su integridad física.
