Troy-Bilt 020242-4 Owner's Manual page 9

Connect Hose and Water Supply to
Pump
IMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must assemble
the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses
before you start the engine.
1. Attach one end of high pressure hose to high pressure
outlet on pump (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.
Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
2. Attach other end of hose to base of spray gun
(Figure 5).Tighten by hand.
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains
debris, replace if damaged. DO NOT RUN PRESSURE
WASHER IF SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
Figure 6 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
4. Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris.Turn off water.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the
water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
5. Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length)
to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 6).
There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden
hose between the pressure washer inlet and any flow
shut off device, such as a 'Y' shut-off connector or other
convenience-type water shut-off valve.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
6. Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
purge pump system of air and impurities.
Connect high
pressure hose
here
• Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing
adequate eye protection.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit's assembly to confirm you have performed
all of the following:
1. Make sure handle is in place and secure.
2. Check that oil has been added to proper level in
Inspect inlet
engine crankcase.
screen, DO
NOT use if
3. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
damaged, clean
4. Check for properly attached hose connections.
if dirty.
5. Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to high pressure hose.
6. Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
7. Be sure to read "Safety Rules" and "How To Use Your
Pressure Washer" before using pressure washer.
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Section 3: Assembly
CAUTION
WARNING
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.