Troy-Bilt 2550 User manual

Brand: Troy-Bilt

Model: 2550

Category: High-pressure cleaners

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

2550 PSI

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Washer

BRIGGS& STRATTONPOWERPRODUCTSGROUP,LLC

JEFFERSON,WISCONSIN,U.S.A.

Manual No. 203777GS Revision B (11/06/2007)

Thankyou for purchasing this quality-built Troy-Bilt pressure washer.We are pleasedthatyou've placedyour confidencein

the Troy-Bilt brand.When operatedand maintainedaccording to the instructions in this manual, your Troy-Bilt pressure

washer will provide many years of dependableservice.

Thismanual containssafety information to makeyou awareof the hazardsand risks associatedwith pressure washersand

how to avoid them. BecauseTroy-Bilt does not necessarilyknow all the applications this pressurewasher could be used for, it

is important that you readand understandthese instructions thoroughly beforeattempting to start or operatethis equipment.

Save theseinstructionsfor future reference.

Thispressurewasher requires final assembly beforeuse. Referto the Assembly sectionof this manualfor instructions on

final assembly procedures.Follow the instructions completely.

Where to FindUs

You never haveto lookfar to find Briggs & Stratton support and servicefor your pressure washer. Consultyour Yellow Pages.

Thereare over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealersworldwide who provide quality service.You canalso

contact Troy-Bilt Customer Service by phone at (888) 611-6708, or on the Internetat www.troybilt.com.

Pressure Washer

Model Number

Revision

Serial Number

Engine

Model Number

TypeNumber

CodeNumber

DatePurchased

Troy-Bilt® is a registeredtrademark of IVITDProducts Inc and is used under

license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products.

Briggs & Stratton PowerProducts Group, LLC

900 North Parkway

Jefferson, WI 53549

reproduced or transmitted in any form by any meanswithout

the expresswritten permission of Briggs & Stratton Power

Products Group,LLC.

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Table of Contents

OperatorSafety ................................. 2

Equipment Description......................................... 2

Safety Rules................................................. 2

Assembly ..................................... 6

Unpack PressureWasher....................................... 6

Attach Handleand AccessoryTray ............................... 6

Add Engine Oil............................................... 7

Add Fuel.................................................... 7

Connect Hoseand WaterSupply to Pump.......................... 8

FeaturesandControls............................. 9

Operation .................................... 10

PressureWasher Location..................................... 10

How to Start Your PressureWasher ............................. 11

How to Stop Your PressureWasher ............................. 12

How to Use SprayTips ....................................... 13

Cleaningand Applying Detergent................................ 14

PressureWasher Rinsing ..................................... 14

CleaningDetergentSiphoning Tube.............................. 15

Automatic Cool Down System(Thermal Relief)..................... 15

Maintenance .................................. 16

MaintenanceSchedule........................................ 16

PressureWasher Maintenance ................................. 17

Engine Maintenance.......................................... 18

After EachUse.............................................. 20

Winter Storage.............................................. 21

Long Term Storage .......................................... 21

Troubleshooting ................................ 22

Warranties.................................... 23

Emissions Control System Warranty............................. 23

PressureWasher OwnerWarranty............................... 25

Specifications ................................. 26

Product Specifications........................................ 26

Common Service Parts ....................................... 26

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OperatorSafety

EquipmentDescription

Readthis manual carefullyand becomefamiliar

with yourpressure washer. Knowits applications,

its limitations,and any hazardsinvolved.

This pressurewasher operatesat a maximum of 2,550 PSi

(175.8 BARS)and a flow rateof up to 2.3 gallons per minute

(8.7 liters per minute). This high quality residential system

features 10" (25.4 cm) wheels,axial cam pump with

stainless steel pistons, automatic cool down system,

detergent siphoning system, quick connect spray tips, safety

goggles, heavy duty 25' (7.6 m) hose, and more.

Everyeffort has been madeto ensurethat information in this

manual is accurateand current. However,we reservethe

right to change,alter, or otherwise improve the product and

this document at any time without prior notice.

The EmissionControl System for this pressure washeris

warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection

Agency andthe CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard.

Safety Rules

,&This isthe safetyalert symbol. It is usedto alert

you to potential personal injuryhazards.Obeyall

safetymessagesthat follow this symbolto avoid

possibleinjuryor death.

Thesafety alert symbol (_.) is usedwith asignal word

(DANGER,CAUTION,WARNING),a pictorial and/or a safety

messageto alert you to hazards.DANGERindicatesa hazard

which, if not avoided, will result in deathor serious injury.

WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could

result in deathor serious injury. CAUTIONindicatesa hazard

which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate

injury. NOTICE,indicates a situation that could result in

equipment damage.Follow safetymessagesto avoid or

reducethe risk of injury or death.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product containschemicals

knownto the State of California to causecancer, birth

defects, or other reproductive harm.

A - Explosion

B - Fire

C- ElectricShock

D- ToxicFumes

E- Kickback

F - Hot Surface

G- Flying Objects

H- Slippery Surface

I - Fail

J - FluidInjection

K- Moving Parts

L - ReadManual

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WARNING

Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an

odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache,

fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea, fainting or death.

Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if

inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea,

fainting, or poisoning.

• Operatepressurewasher ONLYoutdoors.

• Keepexhaustgas from entering a confined areathrough

windows, doors, ventilation intakes,or other openings.

• DO NOTstart or run engine indoors or in an enclosedarea,even

if windows and doors are open.

• Use a respirator or mask wheneverthere is a chancethat vapors

may beinhaled.

• Readall instructions with mask soyou arecertain the mask will

provide the necessaryprotection against inhaling harmful

vapors.

WARNING

Useof pressure washercan createpuddles and

slippery surfaces,

Kickbackfrom spray gun can causeyou to fall.

• Operatepressurewasher from a stable surface.

• Thecleaning areashould have adequateslopes anddrainage to

reducethe possibility of a fall dueto slippery surfaces.

• Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasherfrom

a ladder,scaffolding, or any other similar location.

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high

pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.

WARNING

,_ Fuel and its are extremely flammable and

vapors

explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or

death.

WHEN ADDING OR DRAiNiNG FUEL

• Turn pressurewasher OFFand let it cool at bast 2 minutes

before removing fuel cap. Loosen capslowly to relievepressure

in tank.

• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.

• DO NOToverfill tank.Allow space for fuel expansion.

• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks,open flames, pilot lights, heat,and

other ignition sources.

• DO NOTlight a cigarette or smoke.

WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT

• Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleanerare in place.

• DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.

WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT

• DO NOTtip engine or equipment at anglewhich causesfuel to

spill.

• DONOTsprayflammable liquids.

WHENTRANSPORTINGOR REPAIRINGEQUIPMENT

• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve

OFF.

• Disconnectspark plug wire.

WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELiN TANK

• Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves, water heaters,clothes dryers,

or other appliancesthat havepilot light or other ignition source

becausethey can ignite fuel vapors.

WARNING

_¢ Risk of electrocution.

Contact with power source can cause electric

shock or burn.

• NEVERspray near power source.

WARNING

Starter cord kickback(rapid retraction) can result

_nbodily injury. Kickbackwill pull hand and arm

toward enginefaster than you can letgo.

Brokenbones, fractures, bruises,or sprains

could result.

• NEVERpull starter cord without first relievingspray gun

pressure.

• When starting engine,pull cord slowly until resistance isfelt and

then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

• After each starting attempt, where enginefails to run, always

point spray gun in safe direction and squeezespray gun trigger

to releasehigh pressure. Engagespraygun trigger lock.

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high

pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.

WARNING

Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious

burns.

iExhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causing afire.

DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOID hot exhaust gases.

Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.

Keepat least5 feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sidesof pressure

washer including overhead.

Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and

Public Property require equipment powered byan internal

combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in

effective working order, complying to USDAForest service

standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the Stateof California a

spark arrester is required under section 4442 of the California

Public resources code. Other statesmay havesimilar laws.

WARNING

iThe high pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces can cut through skin and its

_ underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

ipossible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when

lengine is stopped and water is disconnected,

which can cause injury.

• DONOTallow CHILDRENto operate pressure washer.

• NEVERrepair high pressure hose.Replaceit.

• NEVERrepair leaking connections with sealantof any kind.

Replaceo-ring or seal.

• NEVERconnect high pressure hoseto nozzleextension.

• Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun

while system is pressurized.

• ALWAYSpoint spray gun in safedirection and squeezespray

guntrigger, to releasehigh pressure,everytime you stop

engine. Engagetrigger lock when not in use.

• NEVERaim spraygun at people, animals,or plants.

• DO NOTsecure spraygun in open position.

• DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.

• NEVERuse aspray gun which does not haveatrigger lock or

trigger guard in place andin working order.

• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesandaccessoriesare

correctly attached.

WARNING

_ Unintentional sparking can result in fire or

_¢ ielectric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOURPRESSURE

WASHER

• Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and place

the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WHEN TESTINGFOR ENGINESPARK

• Useapproved spark plug tester.

• DO NOTcheckfor sparkwith spark plug removed.

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WARNING

Starter and other rotating parts can entangle

hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

• NEVERoperate pressure washerwithout protective housing or

covers.

• DO NOTwear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be

caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

• Tie up long hair and removejewelry.

WARNING

>._ Risk of eye injury.

" Spray can splash back or propel objects.

• Always wear safety goggleswhen using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

• Beforestarting the pressurewasher, besure you arewearing

adequatesafety goggles.

• NEVERsubstitute safetyglassesfor safety goggles.

NOTICE

High pressure spray may damage fragile items including

glass.

• DO NOTpoint spray gun at glasswhen using red 0° spray tip.

• NEVERaim spraygun at plants.

NOTICE

Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and

shorten its life.

• Ifyou havequestions about intended use,ask dealer orcontact

qualified servicecenter.

• NEVERoperate units with broken or missing parts, or without

protective housing or covers.

• DO NOTby-pass any safety device on this machine.

• DONOTtamper with governed speed.

• DONOToperate pressurewasher above rated pressure.

• DONOTmodify pressurewasher in any way.

• Beforestarting pressure washer in cold weather,check all parts

of the equipment to besure ice hasnot formed there.

• NEVERmove machine by pulling on hoses. Use handleprovided

on unit.

Checkfuel systemfor leaksor signs of deterioration, suchas

chafed orspongy hose,loose or missing clamps, or damaged

tank or cap. Correct all defects before operating pressure

washer.

This equipment is designed to be usedwith Briggs & Stratton

Power Productsauthorized parts ONLY.If equipment is used

with parts that DO NOTcomply with minimum specifications,

userassumes all risks and liabilities.

Assembly

-_i ead entire operator'smanual beforeyou attempt

to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.

Your pressure washerrequires some assemblyand is ready

for useafter it has beenproperly serviced with the

recommendedoil and fuel.

If you haveanyproblems with the assemblyof your pressure

washer, pleasecall the pressurewasher helpiine at

(888) 611-6708. if calling for assistance, pleasehavethe

model, revision, and serial number from the datatag

available.

UnpackPressureWasher

1. Removethe parts bag,accessories, andinserts

included with pressurewasher.

2. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from

top to bottom.

3. Ensureyou haveall included items prior to assembly.

Items in the cartoninclude:

• Main Unit

• Handle

• HighPressure Hose

• Spray Gun

• NozzleExtensionwith Quick ConnectFitting

• PlasticAccessoryTray

• Oil Bottle

• Parts Bag(which includesthe following):

• SafetyGoggles

• Operator's Manual

• Owner's Registration Card

• Bag containing 3 Multi-Colored Spray Tips

• Spray Gun HolderWireform

• HandleFasteningHardwareKit(which includes):

• CarriageBolts (2)

• PlasticKnobs (3)

• TreeClips (4)

To prepare yourpressurewasher for operation, youwill

need to perform these tasks:

1. Fill out and send in registration card.

2. Attach handleto main unit.

3. Add oil to engine crankcase.

4. Add fuel to fuel tank.

5. Connecthigh pressure hoseto spray gun and pump.

6. Connectwater supply to pump.

7. Attach nozzleextensionto spray gun.

8. Select/attachquick connect spray tip to nozzle

extension.

Attach Handleand AccessoryTray

1. Placehandle (A) onto handle supports (B) connectedto

main unit. Makesure holes (C) in handle alignwith

holes (C) on handlesupports.

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NOTE:It may be necessaryto move the handle supports

from sideto side in order to align the handle so it will slide

over the handle supports.

2. insert carriage bolts (O) through holesfrom front of

unit and attacha plastic knob (E)from backof unit.

Tighten by hand.

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Race accessorytray (F) over holes (G) on handle

(viewing from front of unit). Pushthe tree clips (H) into

the holes until they sit fiat against the accessorytray.

insert spray gun holder wireform (J) through hole on

left side of handle(viewing from front of unit). Hold

wireform in place and attacha plastic knob (K) from

inside of unit. Tighten by hand.

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5. Insert multi-colored spray tips and other supplied

accessoriesin spacesprovided in accessorytray. See

How to UseAccessory Tray.

Add EngineOil

1. Placepressure washer on a fiat, levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea around oil fill and removeyellow oil fill

cap/dipstick.

NOTE:See Oil Recommendationsin Maintenancesection.

Verify provided oil bottle is the correct viscosity for current

ambient temperature.

3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of

provided oil bottle into oil fill opening.

NOTICE

improper treatment of pressurewasher candamageit and

shorten its life.

= DONOTattemptto crankor starttheenginebeforeit hasbeen

properlyservicedwiththerecommendedoil.Thismayresultin

anenginefailure.

4. Replaceoil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.

AddFuel

Fuel mustmeet these requirements:

• Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.

• A minimum of 87 octane/87AKI (91 RON).High

altitude use, seeHigh AIItitude.

Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohoi) or up to

15% MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.

NOTICE

Avoid pressure washer damage.

Failureto follow Operator's Manualfor fuel

recommendationsvoids warranty.

• DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.

• DONOTmixoil in gasoline.

• DONOTmodifyengineto runonalternatefuels.

To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel

stabilizerwhen adding fuel. SeeStorage.All fuel is not the

same. If you experiencestarting or performanceproblems

after using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change

brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The

emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine

Modifications).

WARNING

_Fuel and its are extremely flammable and

vapors

explosive.

Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or

death.

WHENADDING FUEL

* Turn pressurewasher OFFand let it cool at least2 minutes

before removing fuel cap. Loosen capslowly to relievepressure

in tank.

* Fill fuel tank outdoors.

* DO NOToverfill tank.Allow space for fuel expansion.

* iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

* Keepfuel awayfrom sparks,open flames, pilot lights,heat,and

other ignition sources.

* DO NOTlighta cigarette or smoke.

Cleanarea around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

Slowly add regular unleadedfuel (A) to fuel tank (B). Be

careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" (4 cm) (C) of

tank space for fuel expansion.

3. Install fuel capand let anyspilled fuel evaporatebefore

starting engine.

HighAltitude

At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum

85 octane/ 85 AKI (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To

remainemissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is

required.Operationwithout this adjustment will cause

decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and

increasedemissions. Seean Authorized Briggs & Stratton

dealerfor high altitude adjustment information. Operationof

the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with

the high altitude kit isnot recommended.

ConnectHoseandWater Supply to Pump

I NOTICE

DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected

and turned on==:=._ _ m

• Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis

instructionwillvoidwarranty.

NOTE:Removeand discard the shipping caps from the

pump's high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching

hoses.

1. Uncoil high pressure hoseand attachone end of hose

to baseof spray gun. Tighten by hand.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of water that this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

= NEVERconnect high pressure hose to nozzleextension.

= Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun

while system is pressurized.

= Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesand accessoriesare

correctly attached.

2. Attach other end of high pressure hoseto high

pressure outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.

3. Beforeconnecting garden hoseto water inlet, inspect

inlet screen (A). Cleanscreen if it contains debris or

haveit replacedif damaged.DONOTrun pressure

washer if inlet screen is damaged.

4. Run water through your garden hosefor 30 secondsto

cleanout anydebris.

iMPORTANT:DONOTsiphon standing water for thewater

supply. UseONLYcold water (less than 100°F(38°C)).

5. Connectthe garden hose (not to exceed50 feet (15 m)

in length) to the water inlet. Tighten by hand.

NOTICE

Using a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check valve)

at pump inlet can cause pump or inlet connector damage.

= ThereMUST beat leastten feet (3 m) of unrestricted garden

hose betweenthe pressure washer inlet andany device,such as

avacuum breakeror checkvalve.

= Damageto equipment resultingfrom failure to follow this

instruction will void warranty.

6. Turn ONthe water and squeezethe trigger on the spray

gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities.

WARNING

>_ Risk of eye injury.

" Spray can splash back or propel objects.

• Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

• Beforestarting the pressurewasher, besure you arewearing

adequatesafety goggles.

• NEVERsubstitute safetyglassesfor safety goggles.

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Reviewthe unit's assembly to ensureyou haveperformed all

of the following.

1. Be sureto readthe OperatorSafetysection and How to

Use Your Pressure Washerin Operationsection before

using pressurewasher.

2. Make sure handle is in placeand secure.

3. Checkthat oil hasbeen addedto proper levelin the

engine crankcase.

4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

5. Checkfor properly tightened hoseconnections.

6. Checkto make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage

to high pressure hose.

7. Provide a proper water supply at an adequateflow.

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Featuresand Controls

_i ead this Operator's Manual and safetyrules beforeoperating yourpressure washer.

Comparethe illustrations with your pressure washer,to familiarizeyourself with the locations of various controls and

adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.

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A - SprayGun-- Controlsthe application of water onto

cleaningsurfacewith trigger device,includes trigger lock.

B - Warning/Operating/nstructlonsTag- identifies

hazardsand proper procedureto start!stop pressure

washer.

C - NozzleExtension with Quick Connect-- Allows you to

switch betweenthree different spray tips.

B - Recoil Starter-- Usedfor starting the engine manually.

E- Fuel Tank-- Fill tank with regular unleadedfuel. Always

leaveroom for fuel expansion.

F- Throttle Lever-- Sets engine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine.

G - ChokeLever-- Preparesa cold enginefor starting.

H- Air Filter-- Protectsengine by filtering dust and debris

out of intake air.

d - Pump-- Developshigh pressure.

K- AutomaticCoolDown System- Cycleswater through

pump when water reaches125°-155°F (51°0-68°C).

Warm water will discharge from pump onto ground. This

system preventsinternalpump damage.

L - Detergent SiphoningTube/Fitter-- Useto siphon

pressure washer safe detergents into the low pressure

stream.

M - NighPressure Outlet-- Connectionfor high pressure

hose.

N - WaterInlet-- Connectionfor garden hose.

P - Off Fill/Dipstick-- Checkand fill with oil here.

R - Nigh PressureNose-- Connectone end to water pump

and the other end to spray gun.

S - Accessory Tray-- Providesconvenientstorage for

standard and optional accessories,such as brushes,

turbo wands, etc.

T- Spray Tips-- Detergent,0°, and 25°: for various high

pressure cleaning applications.

Items Not Shown:

Data Tag(near rear of baseplate) -- Provides model and

serial number of pressure washer. Pleasehavethese readily

availableif calling for assistance.

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Operation

If you haveanyproblems operating your pressure washer,

pleasecallthe pressure washer helpline at (888) 611-6708.

PressureWasher Location

CJearancesand Air Movement

WARNING

,_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causing afire.

• Keepat least5 ft. (1.5m) clearanceonall sidesof pressure

washerincludingoverhead.

Placepressure washer outdoors in an area that will not

accumulate deadlyexhaustgas. DONOTplacepressure

washer where exhaustgas (A) could accumulate and enter

inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building.

Ensureexhaustgas is kept awayfrom anywindows, doors,

ventilation intakes, or other openingsthat can allow exhaust

gasto collect in aconfined area. Prevailingwinds and air

currents should be taken into considerationwhen positioning

pressure washer.

WARNING

Running enginegives off carbon monoxide, an

odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide cancause headache,

fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea,fainting or death.

• OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.

• Keepexhaustgasfromenteringaconfinedareathrough

windows,doors,ventilationintakes,orotheropenings.

• DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor inanenclosedarea,even

if windowsanddoorsareopen.

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Howto StartYourPressureWasher

To start your pressure washer for thefirst time, follow these

instructions step-by-step. This starting information also

applies if you havelet the pressure washer sit idle for at least

a day.

1. Placepressure washer near an outside water source

capableof supplying water at a flow rategreaterthan

3.3 gallons per minute (12.5 liters per minute) and no

less than 20 PSI (1.38 BARS)at pressure washer end

of garden hose. DONOTsiphon supply water.

2. Checkthat high pressure hoseistightly connectedto

spray gun and pump. SeeAssembly section.

3. Make sure unit is in a level position.

4. Connectgarden hoseto water inlet on pressurewasher

pump.

l NOTICE

DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected

and turned on.

instructionwillvoidwarranty.

5. Turn ONwater, point spray gun in a safedirection and

squeezetrigger to purge pump system of air and

impurities.

6. Attach nozzleextensionto spray gun. Tighten by hand.

7. Engagetrigger lock(A)on spray gun trigger.

8. Movethrottle lever(B) to "Fast" position,shown here

as a rabbit.

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9. Move choke lever(C) to "Choke" I",1 position.

NOTE:Fora warm engine, be sure the choke lever is in the

"Run" l_tl position.

10.

Whenstarting engine, position yourself as

recommendedand grasp starter grip handle andpull

slowly until you feel some resistance.Then pull rapidly

to start engine.

WARNING

Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result

ll_ fin bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm

,_,_ toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spraygun

pressure.

• When starting engine,pull cord slowly until resistance isfelt and

then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

• After each starting attempt, where enginefails to run, always

point spray gun in safedirection and squeezespray gun trigger

to release high pressure. Engagespray gun trigger lock.

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high

pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.

11. Return starter grip handle slowly. DONOTlet rope

"snap back"against starter.

12. Whenenginestarts,slowlymovechokeleverto "Run" IJtl

position,asenginewarms, if enginefalters,movechoke

leverto "Choke" I"_1position,thento "Run" IJtt position.

13. After eachstartingattempt, whereenginefails to run,

alwayspoint gun in safedirection andsqueezespray gun

trigger to releasehigh pressure.Move chokeleverto

"Choke" I",1 position,and repeatsteps10 through 12.

14. if engine fails to start after six pulls, move choke lever

to "Run" IJtt position, and repeatsteps 10 through 12.

NOTE:Always keepthe throttle leverin the "Fast"

position when operating the pressure washer.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when

engine is stopped and water is disconnected,

which can cause injury.

DONOTallow CHILDRENto operatepressure washer.

Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun

while system is pressurized.

NEVERaim spray gun at people,animals, or plants.

DO NOTsecure spraygun in open position.

DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.

NEVERuse aspray gun which does not have a trigger lock or

trigger guardin place and in working order.

Alwaysbe certain spray gun, nozzlesand accessoriesare

correctly attached.

WARNING

Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious

burns.

_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causing afire.

DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOID hot exhaust gases.

Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.

Keepat least5 feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sidesof pressure

washer including overhead.

Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and

Public Property require equipment powered byan internal

combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in

effective working order, complying to USDAForest service

standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the Stateof California a

spark arrester is required under section 4442 of the California

PuNic resources code. Other statesmay havesimilar laws.

Howto StopYourPressureWasher

1. Release spray gun trigger and let engine idle for two

minutes.

2. Move throttle to SLOW _ position, then STOP

position.

3. ALWAYS point spray gun in a safe direction and

squeeze spray gun trigger to release retained high

water pressure.

IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even

when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.

WARNING

iThehigh pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces cancut through skin and its

_ underlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and

ipossible amputation.

Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen

lengine is stopped and water is disconnected,

iwhich can causeinjury.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemispressurized.

• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray

guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop

engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotinuse.

4. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun when not in use.

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Howto UseAccessoryTray

The unit is equipped with an accessorytray with places to

store your spray gun, nozzleextension and quick connect

spray tips. Thereis also a hook atthe front of the accessory

tray to hold your high pressure hose.

NOTE:Theextra hole in the tray is for storing autility brush.

Theextra clip in the tray is for storing a turbo nozzle.The

brush and turbo nozzleare NOTincludedwith your pressure

washer.You can buythese items asoptional accessories.

1. Placenozzleextensionthrough hole on accessorytray,

as shown.

2. Placespray gun through hole on accessorytray on

right side of unit.

NOTE:You may alsouse the spray gun holder wireform

attachedto the handleto store your spray gun and nozzle

extension, as shown in Featuresand Controls section.

3. insert multi-colored spray tips in spaces providedin

accessorytray.

4. Hang high pressure hoseon hook attachedto

accessorytray on front of tray, as shown.

Howto UseSprayTips

Thequick-connect on the nozzleextensionallows you to

switch betweenthree different quick connect spray tips.

Spraytips can bechangedwhile pressure washeris running

once spray gun trigger lock is engaged.The spray tips vary

the spray pattern asshown below.

LowPressure HighPressure

Black

i i

25° Green

Useto apply 1750 PSi

detergent 2.3 GPIVl

0° Red

2550 PSi

2.0 GPM

Followtheseinstructionsto changespraytips:

1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of waterthat this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

possible amputation.

• NEVERexchangespraytipswithoutlockingthetriggerlockon

thespraygun.

• DONOTtwist spraytips whilespraying.

2. Pull back collar on quick-connect and pull current

spray tip off. Store spray tips in holder provided on the

accessorytray.

3. Select desiredspray tip:

• Forgentle rinse, selectgreen 25° spray tip.

To scour surface, select red0° spray tip.

To apply detergent,select black spray tip.

4. Pull back on collar, insert newspray tip and release

collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is securely in

place.

UsageTips

* For most effective cleaning, keepspray tip from 8 to

24 inches (20 to 61 cm) awayfrom cleaning surface.

* If you get spray tip too close, especiallyusing a high

pressure spray tip, you may damagesurface being

cleaned.

* DONOTget closer than 6 inches (15 cm) when

cleaningtires.

Cleaning andApplyingDetergent

CAUTION

Chemicalscan causebodily injury,and/or property

damage.

, NEVERusecausticliquidwith pressurewasher.

, UseONLYpressurewashersafedetergents/soaps.Followall

manufacturersinstructions.

TOapply detergent,fellow thesesteps:

1. Reviewuse of spray tips.

2. Preparedetergent solution as required by job.

3. Placesmall filter end of detergent siphoning tube into

detergent container.

NOTICE

Contactwith the hot muffler candamagedetergent

siphoning tube.

• Wheninsertingthefilterintoadetergentsolutionbottle,route

thetubesoasto keepit frominadvertentlycontactingthehot

muffler.

NOTE:Make surethe filter is fully submerged in detergent

while applying detergent.

4. Make sure black spray tip is installed.

NOTE:Detergentcannot be applied with the high pressure

spray tips (Greenor Red).

5. Make sure garden hose is connectedto water inlet.

Checkthat high pressure hoseis connectedto spray

gun and pump. Turn on water.

NOTICE

You must attach all hoses beforeyou start the engine.

• Startingtheenginewithoutall thehosesconnectedandwithout

thewaterturnedONwill damagethepump.

• Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis

instructionwillvoidwarranty.

6. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun and start engine

following instructions How to Start Your Pressure

Washer.

7. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower

portion of areato be washedand work upward, using

long, even,overlapping strokes.

8. Allow detergent to "soak in" for 3-5 minutes before

washing and rinsing. Reapplyas neededto prevent

surfacefrom drying. DONOTallow detergentto dry on

(prevents streaking).

IMPORTANT:You must flush the detergent siphoning

system after each useby placingthe filter into a bucket of

cleanwater, then run the pressure washer in low pressure

for 1-2 minutes.

PressureWasher Rinsing

For Rinsing:

1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.

2. Removeblack spray tip from nozzleextension.

3. Select and install desired high pressure spraytip

following instructions How to UseSpray Tips.

4. Keepspray gun a safedistance from areayou plan to

spray.

WARNING

_ iKickback spray gun can cause you to

from fall.

= Operatepressurewasher from a stable surface.

• Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasher from

a ladder,scaffolding, or any other similar location.

= Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high

pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.

5. Applya high pressuresprayto asmall areaandthen

checksurfacefor damage.If no damageisfound, you

canassumeit is okayto continue rinsing.

6. Start attop of areato be rinsed,working down with same

overlappingstrokes asyou usedfor cleaning.

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Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube

if you usedthedetergent siphoning tube, you must flush it

with cleanwater before stopping theengine.

1. Placedetergent siphoning tube/filterin a bucket fuji of

cleanwater.

2. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.

3. Removehigh pressure spraytip from nozzleextension.

4. Select and install black detergentspray tip following

instructions How to Use Spray Tips.

5. Flush for 1-2 minutes.

6. Shut off engine following instructions How to Stop

Pressure Washerand turn off water supply.

7. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safedirection and

squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh

water pressure.

IMPORTANT:Spraygun traps high water pressure, even

when engine is stopped andwater is disconnected.

WARNING

iThehigh pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces cancut through skin and its

_ underlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and

ipossible amputation.

Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen

lengine is stopped and water is disconnected,

iwhich can causeinjury.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemispressurized.

• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray

guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop

engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotinuse.

Automatic Cool Down System(ThermalRelief)

If you run the engineon your pressure washerfor

3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,

circulating water in the pump can reachtemperatures above

125°F (51°C).The system engagesto cool the pump by

discharging the warm water onto the ground.

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Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Follow the hourly or calendarintervals, whichever occurs

first. More frequent serviceis required when operating in

adverseconditions noted below.

• Changeengine oil

• Check/clean water inlet screen'

• Checkhigh pressure hose

• Checkdetergentsiphoning hose/filter

• Checkspray gun andassembly for leaks

• Cleandebris

• Checkengineoil level

• Service aircleaner2

• Changeengine oil

• Service sparkattester

• Service sparkplug

• Air cooling systeW

Clean if clogged. Replace if perforated or torn.

2Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions.

General Recommendations

Regular maintenancewiii improve the performance and

extend the life of the pressure washer.See anyqualified

dealerfor service.

The pressurewasher's warranty does not cover items that

havebeen subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To

receivefull valuefrom the warranty, the operator must

maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual,

including proper storage as detailedin Winter Storageand

Long TermStorage.

NOTE:Should you havequestions about replacing

components on your pressure washer, pleasecall

(888) 611-6708 for assistance.

Someadjustments will needto be made periodicallyto

properly maintain your pressure washer.

All serviceand adjustments should be madeat least once

eachseason.Follow the requirementsin the Maintenance

Schedulechart above.

NOTE:Onceayear you should cleanor replacethe spark

plug, clean or replacethe air filter, and checkthe spray gun

and nozzleextension assembly for wear. A new spark plug

and cleanair filter assureproper fuel-air mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

Pump Oil

DONOTattempt any oil maintenanceon this pump. The

pump is pre-lubricated and sealedfrom the factory, requiring

no additional maintenancefor the life of the pump.

EmissionsControl

Maintenance, replacement,or repair of theemissions

controldevices and systems may beperformedby any

non-roadengine repair establishment or individual.

However,to obtain "no charge" emissions control service,

the work must be performed by afactory authorized dealer.

Seethe Emissions Warranty.

Before EachUse

1. Checkengineoil level.

2. Clean

3. Check

4. Check

5. Check

6. Check

leaks.

7. Rinse

debris.

water inlet screen for damage.

high pressure hosefor leaks.

detergentsiphoning tube and filter for damage.

spray gun and nozzleextension assemblyfor

out garden hoseto flush out debris.

PressureWasher Maintenance

Clean Debris

Dailyor before use, cleanaccumulated debris from cleaning

system. Keeplinkage, spring and controls clean. Keeparea

around and behindmuffler free from any combustible debris.

Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the pressure

washer.These openings must be kept cleanand

unobstructed.

Cleaningsystempartsshouldbekeptcleanto reducethe riskof

overheatingandignitionof accumulateddebris.

• Use adamp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

[ NOTICE

l Improper treatment of pressurewasher candamageit and

shorten its life.

l. DONOTinsert objectsthroughcoolingslots.

any

• Use asoft bristle brush to loosen cakedon dirt, oil, etc.

• Use avacuum cleanerto pick up loose dirt and debris.

Checkand Clean Inlet Screen

Examinethe screen onthe pump's water inlet. Cleanit if the

screen is clogged or replaceit if screen is damaged.

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CheckHigh Pressure Hose

The high pressure hosecan developleaksfrom wear,

kinking, or abuse. Inspectthe hoseeachtime beforeusing it.

Checkfor cuts, leaks,abrasions or bulging of cover, damage

or movement of couplings. If anyof these conditions exist,

replacethe hose immediately.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of waterthat this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

sossible amputation.

• NEVERrepairhighpressurehose.Replaceit.

• ReplacementhoseratingMUSTexceedmaximumpressure

ratingofunit.

CheckDetergent Siphoning Tube

Examinethe filter on the detergent tube andclean ifclogged.

Thetube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting. Examinethe

tube for leaks or tears. Replacethe filter or tube if either is

damaged.

CheckSpay Gunand NozzleExtension

Examinethe hose connection to the spray gun and make

sure it is secure.Test thetrigger by pressing it and making

sure it "springs back" into placewhenyou releaseit. Putthe

trigger lock in the ONposition and test the trigger. You

should not be able to press the trigger.

Nozzle Maintenance

A pulsing sensationfelt while squeezingthe spray gun

trigger may be caused by excessivepump pressure. The

principal causeof excessivepump pressure is aspray tip

clogged or restricted with foreign materials, such asdirt, etc.

To correct the problem, immediatelycleanthe spray tip

following these instructions:

1. Shut off engine andturn off water supply.

2. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in asafe direction and

squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh

water pressure.

WARNING

Thehigh pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces cancut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and

}ossible amputation.

Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen

engine is stopped and water is disconnected,

which cancause injury.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemis pressurized.

• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray

guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop

engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotin use.

3. Removespray tip from end of nozzleextension.

4. Use a small paper clip to free anyforeign material

clogging or restricting spray tip (A).

5. Removenozzleextension from spray gun.

6. Usinga garden hose, remove additionaldebris by back

flushing water through nozzle extension. Back flush

between 30 to 60 seconds.

7. Reinstallspray tip into nozzleextension.

8. Reconnect nozzleextensionto spray gun.

9. Makesure garden hose is connected to water inlet.

Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray

gun and pump. Turnon water.

10. Engagetrigger lockon spray gun and start engine

following instructions How to Start Your Pressure

Washer.

11. Test pressurewasher by operatingwith eachquick

connect spray tip.

O-Ring Maintenance

Purchasean O-Ring/Maintenance Kit, model 6048 by

contacting the nearestauthorized service center. It is not

included with the pressurewasher. This kit includes

replacemento-rings, rubber washer andwater inlet filter.

Referto the instruction sheet provided in the kit to service

'our unit's o-rings.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of waterthat this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

• NEVERrepairleakingconnectionswithsealantofanykind.

Replaceo-ringorseal.

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EngineMaintenance

WARNING

"_ Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or

_/f ielectric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOURPRESSURE

WASHER

• Disconnectthesparkplugwirefromthesparkplugandplace

thewirewhereit cannotcontactsparkplug.

WHEN TESTINGFORENGINESPARK

• Useapprovedsparkplugtester.

• DONOTcheckfor sparkwithsparkplugremoved.

Oil

Oil Recommendations

We recommendthe useof Briggs & Stratton Warranty

Certified oils for best performance. Otherhigh-quality

detergent oils are acceptableif classified for serviceSF, SG,

SH, SJ or higher. DONOTuse specialadditives.

Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for

the engine. Usethe chart to select the best viscosity for the

outdoor temperature rangeexpected.

104 _ _ __ ,

so68i -- ng

32 2

-4

-22

• 40

__30

:__20

__1o

-10

-20

-30

* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE30 will result in hard starting.

** Above 80°F (27°C)the useof 10W30 may causeincreased oil

consumption. Checkoil levelmore frequently.

NOTE:Synthetic oil meeting ILSACGF-2,API

certification mark and API servicesymbol with

"SJ/CF ENERGYCONSERVING"or higher, is an

acceptableoil at all temperatures. Useof synthetic

oil does not alter required oil changeintervals.

Checking Oil Level

Oil levelshould be checked prior to each useor at least

every 8 hours of operation. Keepoil levelmaintained.

1. Make sure pressure washer is on a levelsurface.

2. Removeoil dipstick and wipe dipstick with clean cloth.

Replaceand tighten dipstick. Removeand and check oil

level.

3. Verify oil is at "Fulr' mark on dipstick. Replaceand

tighten dipstick.

Adding Engine Oil

1. Make sure pressure washer _son a levelsurface.

2. Checkoil levelas described in CheckingOilLevel

3. if needed,slowly pour oil into oil fill openingto the

"Fnlr' mark on dipstick. DONOToverfill.

NOTICE

Overfilling with oil may causethe engine to not start, or

hard starting.

• DONOToverfill.

• IfovertheFULLmarkondipstick,drainoil to reduceoil levelto

FULLmarkondipstick.

4. Replaceand tighten dipstick.

Changing Engine Oil

Changethe engine oil after the first 5 hours and every

50 hours thereafter. If you are using your pressure washer

under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely

hot weather, changethe oil more often.

CAUTION

Avoid prolonged or repeatedskin contact with used motor

oil.

• Usedmotoroil hasbeenshownto causeskincancerin certain

laboratoryanimals.

• Thoroughlywashexposedareaswithsoapandwater.

KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN.DON'T

POLLUTE.CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN

USEDOIL TOCOLLECTIONCENTERS.

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