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Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operario
020263
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(3100 PSI)
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Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este manual y siga todas las
Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. Reglas de Seguridad e Instrucciones de
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Section Safety Rules 1 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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Section 1: Safety Rules 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 poisoning. before removing
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Section 1: 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 in safe direction and sq
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Section 1: Safety Rules 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 housing or covers. CAUTI
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Section Features and Controls 2 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. ProjectPro™ Nozzles Fuel Tank Throttle Lever Choke Lever Fuel Valve Recoil Starter Accessory Tray (on front of engine) Air Filter High Pressure Hose Chemical Reservoirs Oil Fill Cap Nozzl
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Section Assembly 3 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 Unpacking the Pressure Washer pressure washer helpline at 1-800-743-4115. 1. Remove the parts bag, accessories, and inserts included To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you with pressure washer. will need t
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Section 3: Assembly 2. Insert carriage bolts through holes from inside of unit Attach Chemical Hose to Pump and attach plastic knob from outside of unit (Figure 2). Attach chemical hose to chemical injection fitting on pump Tighten by hand. (Figure 5). Figure 2 — Secure Handle Figure 5 — Attach Chemical Hose to Chemical Injection Fitting on Pump 3. Place accessory tray over holes on handle (viewing from front of unit). Push the tree clips into the holes until they sit flat against the accessory
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Section 3: Assembly 4. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds Connect Hose and Water Supply to to clean out any debris. Pump IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the IMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must assemble water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F). the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses 5. Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length) before you start the engine. to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 8). 1. Uncoil high pressure
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Section Operation 4 To Start Your Pressure Washer HOW TO USE PRESSURE To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow WASHER these instructions step-by-step.This starting information also applies if you have let the pressure washer sit idle for If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, at least a day. please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-743-4115. 1. Make sure unit is in a level position. Pressure Washer Location 2. Place pressure washer near an outside water
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Section 4: Operation 8. Engage trigger lock on spray gun trigger (Figure 12). NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the “Fast” position when operating the pressure washer. Figure 12 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged WARNING Running engines produce heat.Temperature of Safety Latch muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C). Severe burns can occur on contact. 9. When starting engine, position yourself as recommended Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, in Figure 13 and
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Section 4: Operation How to Use Accessory Tray How to Use ProjectPro™ Nozzle System The unit is equipped with an accessory tray with places to store your spray gun, nozzle extension and ProjectPro™ The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to nozzles. switch between four different ProjectPro™ system nozzles. The ProjectPro™ nozzles vary the pressure and spray NOTE: The extra hole in the tray is for storing a utility pattern as shown (Figure 15). brush.The extra clip in the tray is for
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Section 4: Operation 3. Select desired ProjectPro™ nozzle: For maximum rinsing (higher pressure and lower flow), for stubborn or hard to reach surface such For delicate rinse (lower pressure and higher as second story surfaces, paint removal, oil stains, flow), for gentle cleaning of cars/trucks, boats, RV’s, rust removal or other stubborn substances (tar, patio furniture, lawn equipment, etc., select yellow gum, grease, wax, etc.), select red Max Delicate ProjectPro™ nozzle (Figure 16). Pro
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Section 4: Operation 9. Allow detergent to soak in between 3–5 minutes Cleaning and Applying Detergent before washing and rinsing. Reapply as needed to IMPORTANT: Use detergents designed specifically prevent surface from drying. DO NOT allow detergent for pressure washers. Household detergents could to dry on (prevents streaking). damage the pump. CAUTION Pressure Washer Rinsing You must attach all hoses before you start the engine. After detergent is applied, scour the surface and Starting th
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Section Maintenance 5 SPECIFICATIONS PRESSURE WASHER Maximum Outlet Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3100 psi MAINTENANCE Maximum Flow Rate . . . . 2.8 gallons per minute (gpm) Detergent Use detergent approved for pressure washers Check and Clean Inlet Screen Water Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Not to Exceed 100°F Examine the screen on the pumps water inlet. Clean it if Temperature the screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged. Automatic Cool . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 5: Maintenance 2. If screen is damaged, o-ring kit contains a replacement 8. Reconnect water supply, turn on water, and start in-line filter screen and o-ring. If undamaged, reuse engine. screen. 9. Test pressure washer by operating with each quick 3. Place in-line filter screen into threaded end of nozzle connect nozzle. extension. Direction does not matter. Push screen in with eraser end of pencil until screen rests flat at O–Ring Maintenance bottom of opening.Take care to not bend scr
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Section Storage 6 Protecting the Pump PREPARING UNIT FOR To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral STORAGE deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver to treat pump.This prevents freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals. Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and NOTE: PumpSaver is available as an optional accessory. It is “freeze” pump action. If you do not plan to use the pressure not included with the pressure washer
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Section Troubleshooting 7 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction 1. Low pressure nozzle installed. 1. Replace nozzle with high pressure nozzle. 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. 5. Clogged inlet hose strainer. 5. Check and clean inlet hose Pump has following problems: strainer. failure to produce pressure, erratic pressure, chattering, loss of 6. Water
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