Checklist Before Starting Engine - Briggs & Stratton Elite series Owner's Manual

Figure 3 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
NOTE: Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before
attaching hoses.
2. Similarly, attach other end of high pressure hose to the
high pressure outlet on pump. Pull down on collar of
quick connect, slide onto pump and let go of collar.
Pull on hose to be sure of a tight connection.
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 4). Clean screen if it contains
debris or replace if damaged. Refer to the section
"O-Ring Maintenance" if inlet screen is damaged.
DO NOT run pressure washer if inlet screen is
damaged.
Figure 4 — 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).
3400 PSI Pressure Washer
5.
Connect high
pressure hose
here. 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
6.
• Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in
• Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit's assembly to confirm you have performed
all of the following:
1.
2.
3.
Inspect inlet
4.
screen. DO NOT
use if damaged;
5.
clean if dirty.
6.
7.
8.
8
Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length)
to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 4).
CAUTION
instruction will void warranty.
Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
purge pump system of air and debris.
WARNING
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
adequate eye protection.
Make sure handle is secure.
Make sure oil dipstick is installed onto pump.
Check for properly tightened hose connections.
Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to high pressure hose.
Check that oil has been added to proper level in
engine crankcase.
Add proper gasoline to fuel tank.
Provide a proper water supply (not to exceed 100°F).
Be sure to read "Safety Rules" and "How To Use Your
Pressure Washer" before using pressure washer.