76512 Rev 76512- 20100520 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA Made in China Owner’s Manual and Operating Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual 2700 PSI – 2.5 GPM PRESSURE WASHER...
Introduction Introduction Accessories Champion Power Equipment manufactures Congratulations on your purchase of a and sells accessories designed to help you Champion Power Equipment pressure get the most from your purchase. To find out washer. CPE designs and builds pressure more about our accessories, please visit our washers to strict specifications.
Manual Conventions CAUTION Manual Conventions CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous This manual uses the following symbols to situation which, if not avoided, result in help differentiate between different kinds of minor or moderate injury. information. The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment.
Safety Rules Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. Safety Rules Operate equipment with guards in place. DO NOT wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught. WARNING WARNING Read this manual thoroughly before operating your pressure washer.
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Safety Rules DANGER CAUTION Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and Improper treatment or use of the pressure extremely explosive. washer can damage it, shorten its life and void your warranty. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
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Safety Rules CAUTION NEVER run the unit dry. Be sure the water supply is completely turned on before operating the unit. WARNING If water has frozen in the pressure washer, thaw the pressure washer in a warm room before starting. DO NOT pour hot water on or into the pump;...
Controls and Features Controls and Features Read this owner’s manual before operating your pressure washer. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. Pressure Washer (1) Muffler – Full-size muffler for sound (7) Engine Switch abatement.
Assembly Assembly NOTE Your pressure washer requires some Check oil often during the break-in period. Refer assembly. This unit ships from our factory to the Maintenance section for recommended without oil. It must be properly serviced service intervals. with fuel and oil before operation. If you have any questions regarding the Add Fuel assembly of your pressure washer, call our...
Assembly Install the Hoses Attach the Pressure Gun Attach the wand with nozzle to the gun. 2. Connect the high pressure hose to the outlet connection on the pump. 3. Connect the other end of the high pressure hose to the gun. Connect to Garden Hose Secure a garden hose (not included) to the inlet connection on the pump.
Operation Operation Pressure Washer Location This pressure washer must have at least five feet of clearance from combustible material. Leave at least three feet of clearance on all sides of the pressure washer to allow for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.
Operation hold the nozzle at a 45 degree angle to the cleaning surface. Trigger the gun. 3. Vary the fan pattern spray angle and the distance to the cleaning surface until optimum cleaning efficiency is achieved without damaging the surface. WARNING Never slide the nozzle from low to high pressure or from high to low pressure when the gun is...
Operation System Flush After using detergents, flush the suction CAUTION system by placing the detergent suction tube into a bucket of clean water. Never connect your pressure washer to a hot WARNING water supply. Connecting your pressure washer to a hot water NEVER turn the water supply off before turning source will significantly reduce the life of the the engine/motor off.
Maintenance 5. Add 0.63 qt (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/dipstick. Maintenance 6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management facility. The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. WARNING Never operate a damaged or defective pressure washer.
Maintenance Cleaning Pressure Washer Maintenance CAUTION Make certain that the pressure washer is kept clean and stored properly. Only operate DO NOT spray engine with water. the unit on a flat, level surface in a clean, dry operating environment. DO NOT expose the Water can contaminate the fuel system.
Storage Storage Winter Storage For long term storage, please follow these Protect your pressure washer parts from guidelines. freezing. Apply all storage instructions from previous sections. Engine Storage 2. Make sure pressure washer hose is free of all water before storing for winter Allow the engine to cool completely 3.
Specifications Specifications Spark Plugs Your pressure washer comes equipped with a ¾” (19 mm) long reach plug. Engine Specifications Intermittent use (less than 1 hour/month) or Engine 196 cc OHV CPE colder temperatures (below 60°F) NGK BR6ES or equivalent Pressure Washer Specifications Moderate use (less than 3 hours/month) or seasonal temperatures (50-80°F)
Specifications Engine Parts List Part Number Description GB818-88-B4-12 Bolt M4X12 ST168F-1070003-G Fuel valve knob GB16674-1-FB6-12 Flange bolt M6*12 ST168F-1070002-G Fuel tank veil GB5787--86-FB5-12 Flange bolt M5*12 ST168F-1070200-G Fuel valve ST168F-1070008-G Tube clip φ9.5 ST168F-1070004-G Tube 1 ST188FD--1070006A ClipФ8 168.120700.00 Wire flame out 21.001000.00 Switch ST168F-1070005-G...
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Specifications Part Number Description ST160F--1110102 Governor weight pin ST160F--1110104 Governor shaft ST160F--1110103 Governor holder clip ST160F--1110107 Governor weight ST168F-1040014 Valve Oil seal ST160F--1110105-A Governor cover ST168F-2-1050001-Q Crankshaft comp ST168F--1030008-G Case over packing ST160F--1030001-B Oil filler cap assembly ST160F--1030002 Oil filler cap packing ST168F-1030007-5/16-G Crankcase cover GB5789--86-FB8-32...
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Specifications Part Number Description ST160F--1101100-G Muffler protector ST160F--1101200-G Muffler comp GB6170--86-N8 Nut M8 GB848-85-W8 washer φ8 GB859-87-SW8 Spring washer φ8 ST168F-1100200-G Muffler packing ST160F-1010002 Stud bolt ST168F--1080002-G Shroud comp ST168F-1050007 First ring set ST168F-1050006 Second ring set ST168F-1050200 Oil ring comp ST168F-II-1050005 Piston ST168F--1050004...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Pressure washer will not start No fuel Add fuel Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug Pressure washer will not start; Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Pressure washer starts but runs Place pressure washer on a flat, level roughly surface Choke in the wrong position.
Warranty Qualifications Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will Installation, Use and register this warranty upon receipt of your Maintenance Warranty Registration Card and a copy of...
Contact Information Address Champion Power Equipment, Inc. Customer Service 10006 Santa Fe Springs Rd. Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Customer Service Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT) Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999 Fax no.: 1-562-236-9429...
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United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with U.S. EPA emission regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The US EPA AND CPE are pleased to explain the Federal Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2010 small off-road engine.
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Warranty EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) for 1997 and later model year engines): 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
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Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours. Claims for repair or adjustment found to be caused solely by defects in material or workmanship will not be denied because the engine was not properly maintained and used.
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