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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton pressure washer. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Briggs & Stratton pressure washer will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with pressure washers and how to avoid them.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Operator Safety Safety Rules This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all Equipment Description safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid Read this manual carefully and become familiar possible injury or death.
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WARNING WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and odorless, colorless, poison gas. explosive. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache, Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures, death.
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WARNING WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result The high pressure stream of water that this in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm equipment produces can cut through skin and its toward engine faster than you can let go. underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation.
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WARNING NOTICE High pressure spray may damage fragile items including Starter and other rotating parts can entangle glass. hands, hair, clothing, or accessories. • DO NOT point spray gun at glass when using red 0° spray tip. • NEVER aim spray gun at plants. •...
Assembly 3. Attach handle to main unit. 4. Add oil to engine crankcase. Read entire operator’s manual before you attempt 5. Add fuel to fuel tank. to assemble or operate your new pressure washer. 6. Connect high pressure hose to spray gun and pump. Your pressure washer requires some assembly and is ready 7.
Add Engine Oil WARNING 1. Place pressure washer on a flat, level surface. 2. Clean area around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill cap. Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. NOTE: See Oil Recommendations in Maintenance section. Verify provided oil bottle is the correct viscosity for current Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or ambient temperature.
Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump 4. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris. NOTICE IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the water DO NOT run the pump without the water supply connected supply.
Features and Controls Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer. Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Unit may vary slightly from that shown A - Spray Tips —...
Operation WARNING If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an please call the pressure washer helpline at (800) 743-4115. odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache, Pressure Washer Location fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures, nausea, fainting or death.
How to Start Your Pressure Washer 9. Move throttle control lever (A) to “High” position, shown on engine as a rabbit To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow these instructions step-by-step. This starting information also applies if you have let the pressure washer sit idle for at least a day.
WARNING WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result Contact with muffler area can result in serious in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm burns. toward engine faster than you can let go. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.
How to Use Spray Tips Cleaning and Applying Detergent The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to CAUTION switch between five different quick connect spray tips. Spray Chemicals can cause bodily injury, and/or property tips can be changed while pressure washer is running once damage.
5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet. 5. Apply a high pressure spray to a small area and then Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray check surface for damage. If no damage is found, you gun and pump.
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below. Maintenance Schedule - Fill in Dates as You Complete Regular Service Maintenance Task Service Dates Service Dates Every 25 Every 50 Every 100...
Before Each Use Check Gun and Nozzle Extension 1. Check engine oil level. Examine the hose connection to the spray gun and make 2. Clean debris. sure it is secure. Test the trigger by pressing the red button 3. Check water inlet screen for damage. and making sure the trigger “springs back”...
10. Start engine following instructions How to Start Your Engine Maintenance Pressure Washer. WARNING 11. Test pressure washer by operating with each quick connect spray tip. O-Ring Maintenance Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. Purchase an O-Ring/Maintenance Kit, model 6048, by contacting the nearest authorized service center.
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Checking Oil Level Change oil while engine is still warm from running, as follows: Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at least every 5 hours of operation. Keep oil level maintained. 1. Make sure unit is on a level surface. 1.
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Service Air Cleaner Spark Arrester Service Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged if Your engine is not factory-equipped with a spark arrester. In you run it with a dirty air cleaner. some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester.
After Each Use 3. Disconnect hose from spray gun and high pressure outlet on pump. Drain water from hose, gun, and nozzle Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. extension. Use a rag to wipe off the hose. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and freeze 4.
Winter Storage Change Oil While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill NOTICE with recommended grade. See Changing Engine Oil in Engine Maintenance. You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures. • Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render Oil Cylinder Bore your unit inoperable.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction 1. Low pressure spray tip installed. 1. Replace with high pressure spray tip. 2. Water inlet is blocked. 2. Clear inlet. 3. Inadequate water supply. 3. Provide adequate water flow. 4. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking. 4.
Warranties As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that B&S may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, Emissions Control System Warranty neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. Briggs &...
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Emission Information 2. Length of Coverage B&S warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent Engines that are certified to meet the California Air purchaser that the Warranted Parts shall be free from Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must defects in materials and workmanship which caused the display information regarding the Emissions Durability failure of the Warranted Parts for a period of two years...
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC PRESSURE WASHER OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective December 1, 2005 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before December 1, 2005 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the pressure washer that is defective in material or workmanship or both.
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