Pressure Washer Rinsing; Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube; Automatic Cool Down System (Thermal Relief); Maintenance - Briggs & Stratton BPW2000 Operator's Manual

Pressure washer rinsing

For rinsing:
1. Slide the nozzle backward to high pressure, press the trigger and wait for the
detergent to clear.
NOTICE You can also stop detergent from flowing by simply removing detergent
siphoning tube from bottle.
2. Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you plan to spray.
warning Kickback from spray gun could cause you to fall resulting in
death or serious injury.
• Operate pressure washer from a stable surface.
• Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from a ladder,
scaffolding, or any other similar location.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high pressure spray to avoid
injury when spray gun kicks back.
3. Apply a high pressure spray to a small area, then check the surface for damage.
If no damage is found, it is okay to continue cleaning.
4. Start at the top of the area to be rinsed, working down with same overlapping
strokes as you used for washing and applying detergent.

cleaning detergent siphoning tube

If you used the detergent siphoning tube, you must flush it with clean water before
stopping the engine.
1. Place detergent siphoning tube in a bucket full of clean water.
2. Slide adjustable nozzle forward to low pressure position.
3. Flush for 1-2 minutes.
4. Shut off engine following instructions How to Stop Pressure Washer and turn
off water supply.
5. ALWAYS point gun in a safe direction, press red button and squeeze spray gun
trigger to release retained high water pressure.
warning The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces
could cut through skin and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious
injury and possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and
water is disconnected, which could result in serious injury.
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while system is
pressurized.
• ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction, press red button and squeeze spray
gun trigger to release high pressure, every time you stop engine.

automatic cool down system (thermal relief)

If you run the engine on your pressure washer for 3-5 minutes without pressing the
trigger on the spray gun, circulating water in the pump can reach temperatures above
52°C (125°F). The system engages to cool the pump by discharging the warm water
onto the ground.
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Maintenance

Maintenance schedule

Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is
required when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
First 5 Hours
• Change engine oil
every 8 Hours or daily
• Check/clean water inlet screen 1
• Check high pressure hose
• Check detergent siphoning tube
• Check spray gun and assembly for leaks
• Clean debris
• Check engine oil level
every 25 Hours or yearly
• Service engine air cleaner 2
every 50 Hours or yearly
• Change engine oil 2
• Inspect muffler and spark arrester
every 100 Hours or yearly
• Service spark plug
• Clean cooling system 2
1 Clean if clogged. Replace if perforated or torn.
2 Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions.
general recommendations
Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the pressure
washer. See any authorized dealer for service.
The pressure washer's warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator
must maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual, including proper
storage as detailed in Winter Storage and Long Term Storage.
NOTICE Should you have questions about replacing components on your pressure
washer, please visit our website at Briggsandstratton.coM.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your pressure
washer.
All service and adjustments should be made at least once each season. Follow the
requirements in the Maintenance Schedule chart above.
NOTICE Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug, clean or replace the
air filter, and check the spray gun and nozzle extension assembly for wear. A new spark
plug and clean air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your engine run better
and last longer.
Pump oil
DO NOT attempt any oil maintenance on this pump. The pump is pre-lubricated and
sealed from the factory, requiring no additional maintenance for the life of the pump.
Before each use
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Clean debris.
3. Check water inlet screen for damage.
4. Check high pressure hose for leaks.
5. Check detergent siphoning tube for damage.
6. Check spray gun and nozzle extension assembly for leaks.
7. Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris.

Pressure washer Maintenance

clean debris
Daily or before use, clean accumulated debris from pressure washer. Keep linkage,
spring and controls clean. Keep area around and behind muffler free from any
combustible debris. Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the pressure washer.
These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.
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