Troubleshooting; Specifications - Briggs & Stratton Power Flow+ 020838 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
Pump has following
problems: failure to
produce pressure, loss
of pressure, low water
volume.
Detergent fails to mix
with spray.
Engine will not start;
starts and runs rough
or shuts down when
running.
Idle control (if
equipped) not
functioning.
For all other issues, see a Briggs & Stratton authorized dealer.

Specifications

High Pressure Nozzles
High Flow Nozzles
Water Supply Temperature
min Water Supply Flow Rate 4.5 GPM (17 L/min)
min Water Supply Pressure
Engine Displacement
Spark Plug Gap
Oil Capacity
*This pressure washer is rated in accordance to the Pressure Washer Manufacturers' Association (PWMA) standard PW101-2018
(Testing and Rating Performance of Pressure Washers).
Cause
1. High flow spray pattern selected.
2. Inadequate water supply.
3. Clogged inlet hose screen.
4. 7-in-1 nozzle is obstructed.
5. Connections leak.
6. High pressure hose or spray gun
leaks.
1. High pressure or high flow without
soap nozzle is selected.
2. Check ball stuck in detergent
siphoning system.
3. Detergent siphoning tube is clogged
or cracked.
1. Engine switch set to off (0) position.
2. Fuel shut-off lever is in off position.
3. Low oil level.
4. Dirty air cleaner.
5. Out of fuel.
6. Spark plug wire not connected to
spark plug.
7. Flooded with fuel.
Idle control cable is loose.
Model 020838
2800 PSI (193 bar) @ 1.8 GPM (6.8 L/min)*
3.5 GPM (13.25 L/min)* @ 150 PSI (10.3 bar) 4.5 GPM (17 L/min)* @ 150 PSI (10.3 bar)
41°F (5°C) - 100°F (38°C)
20 PSI (1.38 bar)
3
12.69 in (208 cc)
0.030 in. (0.76 mm)
20 oz (0.6 L)
Correction
1. Select high pressure spray pattern.
2. Provide adequate water flow.
3. Check and clean inlet hose screen.
4. Clean nozzles. See 7-in-1 Nozzle
Maintenance.
5. Tighten connections or replace o-rings.
6. Replace.
1. Select a high flow soap nozzle setting
(indicated with bubbles).
2. Free check ball. See Detergent Siphoning
Check Ball.
3. Clean or replace detergent siphoning tube.
1. Set switch to on (I) position.
2. Move fuel shut-off lever to on position.
3. Fill crankcase to proper level or place
pressure washer on level surface.
4. Clean or replace air cleaner.
5. Fill fuel tank.
6. Connect wire to spark plug.
7. Wait 5 minutes and re-crank engine.
Contact local service facility.
Model 020839 & 020840
3200 PSI (221 bar) @ 2.1 GPM (7.6 L/min)*
41°F (5°C) - 100°F (38°C)
5.5 GPM (20.8 L/min)
20 PSI (1.38 bar)
3
12.69 in (208 cc)
0.030 in. (0.76 mm)
20 oz (0.6 L)
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