Briggs & Stratton 2050PSI Owner's Manual page 7

Add Engine Oil and Fuel
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
CAUTION
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
• Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
• Refer to engine owner's manual and follow oil and fuel
recommendations and instructions.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner's manual for recommendations.
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.
NOTE: Remove and discard the shipping caps from the
pumps high pressure outlet and water inlet before
attaching hoses.
1. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hose
to base of spray gun (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.
Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
2. Attach other end of high pressure hose to high
pressure outlet on pump (Figure 5).Tighten by hand.
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains
debris or have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT RUN
PRESSURE WASHER IF INLET SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
CleanShot™ 2050 PSI Pressure Washer
Connect high pressure
hose here
Figure 6 — Connect the Garden Hose to Water Inlet
4. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds
to clean out any debris.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the
water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
5. Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in
length) to the water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 6).
CAUTION
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 the water and squeeze the trigger on the
gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities.
WARNING
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
• 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 ensure 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 the
engine crankcase.
3. Add proper gasoline to fuel tank.
4. Check for properly tightened hose connections.
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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Inspect inlet
screen, DO NOT
use if damaged;
clean if dirty.