How To Stop Pressure Washer - Briggs & Stratton 20255 Operator's Manual

9. When starting engine, position yourself as recommended
in Figure 12 and start engine according to instructions
given in engine operator's manual.
Figure 12 - Recommended Starting Position
WARNING
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will
pull hand and arm toward engine faster than
you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could
result.
• ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun
trigger, to release pressure and avoid kickback each time,
before starting engine.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt
and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• After each starting attempt, where engine fails to run, always
point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to
release high pressure.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when gun kicks back.
NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the "Fast"
position when operating the pressure washer.
OPERATION
Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
150°F (65°C).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.

How To Stop Pressure Washer

1. Let engine idle for two minutes.
2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in
engine operator's manual.
3. ALWAYS point gun in a safe direction and squeeze
spray gun trigger to release retained high water
pressure.
IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.
The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun
while system is pressurized.
• ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun
trigger, to release high pressure, every time you stop engine.
Engage trigger lock when not in use.
4. Engage safety latch on spray gun when not in use.
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