Troy-Bilt 203779GS User manual

Brand: Troy-Bilt

Model: 203779GS

Category: High-pressure cleaners

Type: User manual

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BRIGGS& STRATTONPOWERPRODUCTSGROUP,LLC

JEFFERSON,WiSCONSiN,U.S.A.

Manual No 203779GS RevtstonA (08,'13,'20071

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Thankyoufor purchasing this quality-built Troy-Bilt pressure washer.We are pleasedthat you've placedyour confidencein

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

washer will provide manyyears of dependableservice.

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

how to avoidthem. BecauseTroy-Bilt does not necessarily know all the applications this pressure washer could be usedfor, it

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

Savethese instructionsfor future reference.

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

final assembly procedures.Follow the instructions completely.

Whereto FindUs

You neverhaveto look far to find Briggs & Strattonsupport and servicefor your pressurewasher.Consultyour Yellow Pages.

Thereareover 30,000 Briggs& Stratton authorizedservice dealersworldwide who provide quality service. You canalso contact

Troy-Bilt Customer Serviceby phone at (888) 611-6708, or onthe Internetatwww.troybilt.com. Forengine relatedquestions,

callAmerican HondaMotor Company,Inc. at (800) 426-7701 or visit www.honda-engines.cem for a dealerlocater.

PressureWasher

Model Number

Revision

Serial Number

Date Porchased

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Troy-Bilt® is a registeredtrademark of MTDProducts Inc and is usedunder

licenseto Briggs & Stratton Power Products.

Briggs & Stratton PowerProducts Group, LLC

900 North Parkway

Jefferson, Wl 53549

reproducedor transmitted in any form by any meanswithout

the expresswritten permission of Briggs & Stratton Power

ProductsGroup, LLC.

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TableofContents

Operator Safety ................................. 4

Equipment Description......................................... 4

Safety Rules................................................. 4

Assembly ..................................... 8

UnpackPressure Washer....................................... 8

Attach Handleand AccessoryTray ............................... 8

Add EngineOil and Fuel........................................ 9

ConnectHoseand Water Supplyto Pump.......................... 9

Featuresand Controls ............................ 10

Operation .................................... 11

Pressure Washer Location..................................... 11

How to Start Your PressureWasher ............................. 12

How to Stop Your PressureWasher ............................. 13

How to UseAccessoryTray.................................... 13

How to UseSprayTips ....................................... 14

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

Pressure Washer Rinsing ..................................... 15

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

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

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

PressureWasher Maintenance ................................. 16

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

After EachUse.............................................. 18

Winter Storage.............................................. 19

Long Term Storage .......................................... 19

Troubleshooting ................................ 20

Warranty ..................................... 21

PressureWasherOwnerWarranty............................... 21

Specifications ................................. 22

ProductSpecifications........................................ 22

CommonServiceParts....................................... 22

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OperatorSafety

EquipmentDescription

_Read this manualcarefully and become familiar

....... with yourpressurewasher. Knowits applications,

its limitations,and any hazardsinvolved.

This pressurewasher operatesat a max of 2,500 PSIand a

flow rateof up to 2.3 gallons per minute. This high quality

residentialsystem features 10" wheels,axial cam pump with

stainless steel pistons, automatic cool down system,

detergent siphoning system, quick connect spray tips, safety

goggles, heavyduty 25' hose,and more.

Everyeffort has been madeto ensurethat information in this

manualis accurateand current. However,we reservethe

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

this document at anytime without prior notice.

The EmissionControl System for this pressure washer is

warranted for standards set by the EnvironmentalProtection

Agencyand the California Air ResourcesBoard.

SafetyRules

,_ Thisisthe safetyalert symbol, it is used to alert

youtopotentialpersonalinjuryhazards.Obeyall

safetymessagesthat fellow thissymboltoavoid

possibleinjuryor death.

Thesafety alert symbol (_k) is usedwith a signal word

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

messageto alert you to hazards.BANGERindicates a hazard

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

WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could

result in deathor serious injury. CAUTIONindicates a hazard

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

injury. NOTICE,indicates a situation that could result in

equipment damage.Follow safety messagesto avoid or

reducethe risk of injury or death.

WARNING

The engineexhaustfrom this productcontains

chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects,or other reproductiveharm.

HazardSymbols and Meanings

A - Explosion

B - Fire

C- ElectricShock

D - ToxicFumes

E - Kickback

F - Hot Surface

G- Flying Objects

H - Slippery Surface

I - Fail

J - Fluid Injectbn

K - Moving Parts

L - ReadManual

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WARNING

iRunningenginegivesoffcarbon monoxide,an

lodorless,colorless,poisongas.

iBreathing carbon monoxide can cause headache,

_ fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures,

Inausea, fainting or death.

Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if

inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea,

ifainting, or poisoning.

. Operatepressurewasher ONLYoutdoors.

• Keepexhaustgas from entering a confinedareathrough

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 maskwheneverthere is a chancethat vapors

may be inhaled.

. Readall instructions with mask soyou arecertain the mask will

provide the necessaryprotection against inhaling harmful

vapors.

WARNING

Useof pressure washer cancreate puddles and

slippery surfaces.

Kickbackfrom spray gun cancause you to fall.

• Operatepressurewasher from a stable surface.

. Thecleaning areashould haveadequateslopes anddrainageto

reducethe possibility of a fall dueto slippery surfaces.

. Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasher from

a ladder,scaffolding, or any othersimilar 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 pressure washerOFFand let it cool at least 2 minutes

before removing fuel cap. Loosen capslowly to relievepressure

in tank.

. Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.

• DONOToverfill tank.Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

. Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

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

other ignition sources.

• DONOTlight acigarette or smoke.

WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT

• Ensure sparkplug, muffler, fuel cap, andair cleanerare in place.

. DONOTcrank enginewith sparkplug removed.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• DONOTtip engine or equipment at anglewhich causesfuel to

spill.

• DONOTsprayflammable liquids.

WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRINGEQUIPMENT

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

OFF.

• Disconnectspark plug wire.

WHEN STORING FUEL OF{EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL iNTANK

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

or otherappliances that 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.

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WARNING

Startercord kickback(rapid retraction) can result

fin bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm

,_ ioward engine faster than you can let go.

Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

;ould result.

• NEVERpull starter cord without first relievingspray gun

pressure.

When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistanceisfelt and

then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

After eachstarting attempt, where enginefails to run, always

point spray gun in safedirection 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

_ ontact with muffler areacan result in serious

burns.

,_1_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causinga fire.

DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOIDhot 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 by an internal

combustion engine to have aspark arrester, maintained in

effective working order, complying to USDAForestservice

standard 5100-1C or later revision. Inthe State of California a

spark arrester is requiredunder section 4442 of the California

Public resources code. Other statesmay havesimilar laws.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces can cut through skin and its

_ nderlying 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.

• NEVERrepairhigh pressure hose.Replaceit.

• NEVERrepairleaking connectionswith sealantof any kind.

Replaceo-ring or seal.

, NEVERconnect high pressurehose to nozzleextension.

, Keephigh pressure hoseconnectedto pump and spraygun

while system is pressurized.

• ALWAYSpoint spray gun in safedirection and squeezespray

gun trigger, to releasehigh pressure, everytime you stop

engine. Engagetrigger lock when not in use.

, NEVERaim spraygun at people, animals, or plants.

• DONOTsecure spray gun in open position.

, DONOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.

• NEVERuseaspray gunwhich does not havea trigger lock or

trigger guardin place and in working order.

• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesand accessoriesare

correctly attached.

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WARNING

Starter and other rotating parts can entangle

hands, hair, clothing, or accessories•

. NEVERoperate pressurewasher without 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 hairand removejewelry•

WARNING

Risk of eye injury.

• _ [Spray can splash back or propel objects•

Alwayswear safety goggles when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

Beforestarting the pressure washer, besureyou arewearing

adequatesafetygoggles•

NEVERsubstitute safety glasses for safety goggles•

NOTICE

High pressure spray may damage fragile items including

glass•

DONOTpoint spray gun at glasswhen using redO° 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 dealeror contact

qualified servicecenter•

NEVERoperate units with brokenor missing parts, or without

protective housing or covers•

DONOTby-pass any safety device on this machine•

DONOTtamper with governedspeed•

DONOToperate pressurewasher above rated pressure•

DONOTmodify pressurewasher in anyway.

Beforestarting pressure washer in coldweather, check all parts

of the equipmentto besure ice hasnot formed there•

NEVERmovemachine by pulling on hoses•Use handleprovided

on unit•

Checkfuel system for leaksor signs of deterioration, such as

chafed orspongy hose,loose or missing clamps, or damaged

tank or cap. Correct all defects before operatingpressure

washer•

This equipment is designed to beusedwith Briggs & Stratton

Power Products authorizedparts ONLY•If equipment is used

with partsthat DONOTcomply with minimum specifications,

user assumesall risks andliabilities•

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Assembly

_Read entireoperator's manual beforeyouattempt

toassemble or operateyournew pressurewasher.

Your pressure washer requires some assembly and is ready

for useafter it hasbeen properly serviced with the

recommendedoil and fuel.

If you haveany problems with the assembly ofyour pressure

washer, pleasecall the pressure washer helplineat

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

model, revision, and serial number from the datatag

available.

UnpackPressureWasher

1. Removethe parts bag,accessories,and inserts

included with pressurewasher.

2. Opencarton completely by cutting each corner from

top to bottom.

3. Ensureyou haveall included items prior to assembly.

Items in the cartoninclude:

= Main Unit

• Handle

• High PressureHose

• Spray Gun

• NozzleExtensionwith Quick ConnectFitting

• Plastic AccessoryTray

• Oil Bottle

• Parts Bag(which includesthe following):

• SafetyGoggles

• Operator's Manual

• EngineOperator's Manual

• Owner's RegistrationCard

• Bagcontaining 3 Multi-Colored SprayTips

• Spray Gun HolderWireform

• HandleFasteningHardwareKit(which includes):

• CarriageBolts (2)

• Plastic Knobs (3)

• TreeClips (4)

To prepareyour pressurewasher for operation,youwill

needto performthesetasks:

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 handlesupports (B) connectedto

main unit. Makesure holes (C) in handle align with

holes (C) on handlesupports.

NOTE:It may be necessaryto movethe handlesupports

from side to side in order to align the handleso it will slide

overthe handle supports.

2. Insert carriage bolts (A) through holes from back of

unit and attacha plastic knob (B) from front of unit.

Tighten by hand.

3. Placeaccessorytray (A) over holes (C)on handle

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

the holes until they sit flat againstthe accessorytray.

4. Insert spray gun holder wireform (A) through hole on

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

wireform in placeand attacha plastic knob (B) from

inside of unit. Tighten by hand.

5. Insert multi-colored spraytips and other supplied

accessoriesin spacesprovided in accessorytray. See

How to UseAccessory Tray.

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Add En{jineOil and Fuel

• Placepressure washer on a levelsurface•

NOTE:Verify provided oil bottle isthe correct viscosity for

current ambient temperature•

• Referto engine operator's manualand follow oil and

fuel recommendationsand instructions•

NOTICE

Anyattempt to crank OFstart the engine before it has been

properly filled with the recommendedoil will result in

_ment failure•

Referto enginemanualfor oilandfuelfill information•

Damagetoequipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis

instructionwillvoidwarranty•

NOTE:Checkoil often during engine break-in• Referto

engine operator's manualfor recommendations•

ConnectHoseand Water Supply to Pump

NOTICE

DONOTFunthe pump without the water supply connected

and turned on. _ _ _ m

I" Damagetoequipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis

h instructionwillvoidwarranty•

NOTE:Removeand discard the shipping caps from the

pump's high pressure outlet andwater inlet beforeattaching

hoses•

1. Uncoil high pressure hoseand attachone end of hose

to baseof spray gun. Tighten by hand•

WARNING

The high pressurestream of water that this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and

3ossible amputation•

• NEVERconnecthighpressurehoseto nozzleextension•

, Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemis pressurized•

, Alwaysbecertainspraygun,nozzlesandaccessoriesare

correctlyattached•

2. Attach other end of high pressure hoseto high

pressure outlet on pump• Tighten by hand•

3. Run water through your garden hosefor 30 secondsto

clean outany debris•

IMPORTANT:DONOTsiphon standing water for the water

supply• UseONLYcold water (less than I O0°F).

4. Beforeconnecting garden hoseto water inlet, inspect

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

haveit replacedif damaged•DONOTFunpressure

washer if inlet screen is damaged•

5. Connectthe garden hose (not to exceed50 feet in

length) to the water inlet•Tighten by hand•

NOTICE

Damageto pump or water inlet connector will occur if a

OneWay Valve (vacuumbreakeror check valve) is

connectedto pump•

ThereM/USTbeatleasttenfeet(31Vl)of unrestrictedgarden

hosebetweenthepressurewasherinletandanydevice,suchas

aOneWayValve•

Damageto equipmentcausedbyattachinga OneWayValveto

pumpwill voidwarranty•

6. Turn ONthe water and squeezethe trigger on the spray

gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities•

WARNING

Riskof eyeinjury.

• _ ISpray cansplash back or propel objects•

Alwayswearsafetygoggleswhenusingthis equipmentor in

vicinityofwhereequipmentisin use.

Beforestartingthepressurewasher,besureyouarewearing

adequatesafetygoggles•

NEVERsubstitutesafetyglassesforsafetygoggles•

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Reviewthe unit's assemblyto ensureyou haveperformed all

of the following•

1. Be sureto readthe OperatorSafetysection and How to

Use Your Pressure Washerin Operationsection before

using pressure washer•

2. Make sure handle is in placeand secure•

3. Checkthat oil hasbeen addedto proper levelin the

engine crankcase•

4. Add proper fuel to fueltank•

5. Checkfor properly tightened hose connections•

6. Checkto makesure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage

to high pressure hose•

7. Providea proper water supply at an adequateflow•

Featuresand Controls

_Read this Operator'sManual and safetyrules beforeoperatingyourpressurewasher.

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

adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference.

A - SprayGun-- Controlsthe application of water onto

cleaningsurfacewith trigger device,includes trigger lock.

B - NozzleExtension withQuickConnect-- Allows you to

switch betweenthree different spray tips.

C- High PressureHose-- Connectone end to water pump

and the other end to spray gun.

B - Oil Fill/Dipstick-- Checkand fill with oil here.

E- Pump- Developshigh pressure.

F- AutomaticCool Down System-- Cycleswater through

pump whenwater reaches125°-155°F.Warm water will

dischargefrom pump onto ground. This system prevents

internalpump damage.

G- Air Filter-- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris

out of intake air.

H - Detergent Siphoning Tube/Filter-- Useto siphon

pressure washer safe detergents into the low pressure

stream.

J - High Pressure Outlet-- Connectionfor high pressure

hose,

K - WaterInlet-- Connectionfor garden hose.

L - Engine Controls-- Seeengine manualfor detailson

enginecontrols.

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

fl - Fuel Tank-- Filltank with regular unleadedfuel. Always

leaveroom for fuel expansion.

P- Warning/Operating InstructionsTag- identifies

hazardsand proper procedureto start/stop pressure

washer.

R -Accessory Tray-- Providesconvenientstorage for

standard and optional accessories,such as brushes,

turbo wands, etc.

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

pressurecleaning applications.

#eros Not Shown:

Data Tag(near rear ofbaseplate) -- Provides modeland

serial number of pressure washer. Pleasehavethese readily

availableif calling for assistance.

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Operation

If you haveany problems operatingyour pressure washer,

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

Pressure Washer Location

Clearances and Air Movement

WARNING

ff_j_ Exhaustheat/gasescanignitecombustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

, Keepatleast5 ft. (1.5m)clearanceonallsidesof pressure

washerincludingoverhead.

Placepressure washer outdoors in an areathat will not

accumulate deadlyexhaustgas. DONOTplacepressure

washer where exhaustgas (A) could accumulateand enter

inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building.

Ensureexhaustgas is kept awayfrom any windows, doors,

ventilation intakes, or other openingsthat can allow exhaust

gasto collect in a confined area. Prevailingwinds and air

currents should be taken into considerationwhen positioning

pressure washer.

WARNING

Runningengine gives off carbon monoxide, an

:_ odorless,colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide can cause headache,

fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea,fainting or death.

, OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.

, Keepexhaustgasfromenteringaconfinedareathrough

windows,doors,ventilationintakes,or otheropenings.

• DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,even

if windowsanddoorsareopen.

Howto Start YourPressureWasher

To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow these

instructions step-by-step. This starting information also

appliesif you haveletthe pressurewasher 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 and no less than 20 PSIat

pressure washer end of garden hose. DONOTsiphon

supply water.

2. Checkthat high pressure hoseis tightly connectedto

spray gun and pump. SeeAssembly section.

3. Make sure unit is in a level position.

4. Connectgarden hoseto water inlet on pressure washer

pump.

NOTICE

DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected

and turned on. ________

I" Damagetoequipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis

h instructionwillvoidwarranty.

5. Turn 0I/water, point spray gun in a safe direction 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. Whenstarting engine, position yourself as

recommendedand start engine according to

instructions given in engine operator's manual. Also

seeoperating instructions tag locatedon the pressure

washer.

WARNING

Startercord kickback(rapid retraction) can result

in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull hand and arm

_,_< towardengine fasterthan you can letgo.

Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• NEVERpullstartercordwithoutfirst relievingspraygun

pressure.

. Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceis feltand

thenpullrapidlytoavoidkickback.

. Aftereachstartingattempt,whereenginefailsto run,always

pointsprayguninsafedirectionandsqueezesprayguntrigger

to releasehighpressure.Engagesprayguntriggerlock.

• Firmlygraspspraygunwith bothhandswhenusinghigh

pressuresprayto avoidinjurywhenspraygunkicksback.

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WARNING

The highpressurestreamofwaterthatthis

equipmentproducescancutthroughskinandits

_ nderlyingtissues, leading to serious injury and

possible amputation.

Spraygun traps high water pressure,evenwhen

engine is stopped and water is disconnected,

which cancause injury.

. DONOTallowCHILDRENtooperatepressurewasher.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemis pressurized.

• NEVERaimspraygunatpeople,animals,or plants.

DONOTsecurespraygunin openposition.

DONOTleavespraygununattendedwhilemachineis running.

• NEVERuseaspraygunwhichdoesnothaveatriggerlockor

triggerguardin placeandin workingorder.

• Alwaysbecertainspraygun,nozzlesandaccessoriesare

correctlyattached.

WARNING

_ ontact with muffler area can result in serious

burns.

._I_.K Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

. DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOIDhot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to 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 by an internal

combustion engine to have aspark arrester, maintained in

effective working order, complying to USDAForestservice

standard 5100-1C or later revision. Inthe State of California a

spark arrester is requiredunder section 4442 of the California

Public resources code. Other statesmay havesimilar laws.

Howto Stop YourPressureWasher

1. Releasespray gun trigger and let engine idle for two

minutes.

2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in

engine operator's manual.

3. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction and

squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh

water pressure.

WARNING

Thehigh pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces can cut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen

engine is stopped and water is disconnected,

which cancause injury.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemispressurized.

. ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray

guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop

engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotin use.

IMPOBTANT:Spraygun traps high water pressure,even

when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.

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

Howto UseAccessory Tray

Theunit is equipped with an accessory tray with placesto

store your spray gun, nozzleextensionand 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 a utility brush.

Theextra clip in thetray is for storing a turbo nozzle.The

brush and turbo nozzleare NOTincluded with your pressure

washer.You can buythese items as optional accessories.

1. Placenozzleextensionthrough hole on accessorytray,

asshown.

2. Placespray gun through holeon accessorytray on

right side of unit.

NOTE:You may also usethe spray gun holder wireform

attachedto the handleto store your spray gun and nozzle

extension, asshown in Featuresand Controls section.

3. Insert multi-colored spray tips in spacesprovided in

accessorytray.

4. Hanghigh pressure hoseon hook attachedto

accessorytray on front of tray, asshown.

Howto UseSpray Tips

Thequick-connect on the nozzleextensionallows you to

switch betweenthree different quick connect spray tips.

Spraytips canbe changedwhile pressure washer is running

once spray gun trigger lock is engaged.Thespray tips vary

the spray pattern asshown below.

LowPressure High Pressure

_ r i t

Black 25° Green 0° Red

Useto apply 1750 PSI 2500 PSI

detergent 2.3 GPM 2.0 GPM

Fellow theseinstructionsto changespraytips:

1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of water that this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and itsunderlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and

possible amputation.

• NEVERexchangespraytipswithoutlockingthetriggerlockon

thespraygun.

• DONOTtwistspraytips whilespraying.

2. Pull backcollar on quick-connect and pull current

spray tip off. Storespray tips in holder provided on the

accessorytray.

3. Select desiredspray tip:

• Forgentle rinse, selectgreen 25° spraytip.

• To scour surface, select red 0° 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 securelyin

place.

Usage Tips

• For most effective cleaning, keepspray tip from 8 to

24 inches away from 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 when cleaningtires.

Cleaning and Applying Detergent

CAUTION

Chemicalscan causebodily injury, and/or property

damage.

NEVERusecausticliquidwith pressurewasher.

UseONLYpressurewashersafedetergents/soaps.Followall

manufacturersinstructions.

To applydetergent,fellowthesesteps:

1. Review useof spray tips.

2. Preparedetergent solution as required byjob.

3. Placesmall filter end of detergent siphoning tube into

detergent container.

NOTICE

Contact with the hot muffler can damagedetergent

siphoning tube.

Wheninsertingthefilterintoadetergentsolutionbottle,route

thetubesoasto keepit from inadvertentlycontactingthehot

muffler.

NOTE:Makesure the 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).

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5. Make suregarden 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.

Startingtheenginewithoutallthehosesconnectedandwithout

thewaterturnedONwill damagethepump.

Damagetoequipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis

instructionwillvoidwarranty.

6. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun and start engine

following instructions How to Start Your Pressure

Washer.

7. Apply detergentto a dry surface, starting at lower

portion of areato bewashed and work upward, using

long, even, overlapping strokes.

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

washing and rinsing. Reappiyas 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 Funthe pressure washer in low pressure

for 1-2 minutes.

PressureWasherRinsing

ForRinsing:

1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.

2. Removeblack spray tip from nozzleextension.

3. Selectand install desired high pressure spray tip

following instructions How to UseSpray Tips.

4. Keepspray gun a safe distance from areayou plan to

spray.

WARNING

Kickback spray gun cancause you to

from fall.

, Operatepressurewasherfroma stablesurface.

• Beextremelycarefulifyoumustusethepressurewasherfrom

a ladder,scaffolding,or anyothersimilarlocation.

• Firmlygraspspraygunwithbothhandswhenusinghigh

pressuresprayto avoidinjurywhenspraygunkicksback.

5. Applya high pressuresprayto a small areaandthen

checksurfacefor damage.If no damageis found, you

canassumeit isokayto continuerinsing.

6. Startat top of areato be rinsed,working down with same

overlappingstrokesasyou usedfor cleaning.

Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube

If you usedthe detergent siphoning tube, you must flush it

with cleanwater before stopping the engine.

1. Placedetergent siphoning tube/filter in a bucket full of

cleanwater.

2. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.

3. Removehigh pressure spray tip from nozzleextension.

4. Selectand install black detergent spray 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 safe direction and

squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretainedhigh

water pressure.

WARNING

Thehigh pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces can cut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen

engine is stopped and water is disconnected,

which cancause injury.

, Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemispressurized.

• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray

guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop

engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotin use.

IMPORTANT:Spraygun traps high water pressure,even

when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.

Automatic Cool Down System(Thermal Belief)

If you run the engine on your pressure washer for

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

circulating water in the pump can reachtemperatures above

125°F.The system engagesto cool the pump by discharging

thewarm waterontotheground.

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Maintenance

GeneralRecommendations

Regularmaintenancewill improve the performanceand

extendthe life of the pressure washer. Seeany qualified

dealerfor service.

Thepressure washer's warranty does not cover items that

havebeen subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To

receivefull valuefrom the warranty, the operator must

maintainthe pressure washer as instructed in this manual

and in the engine manual, including proper storage as

detailedin Winter Storageand Long Term Storage.

NOTE:Should you have questionsabout replacing

components on your pressure washer, pleasecall

(888) 611-6708 for assistance.

• Someadjustments will needto be made periodicallyto

properly maintain your pressure washer. Checkthe

spray gun and nozzleextension assembly for wear.

• All maintenancein this manualand the engine

operator's manualshould be madeat least once each

season.

• Oncea year you should cleanor replacethe spark plug,

cleanor replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and

cleanair filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer. Pleasereferto

your engine operator's manual for more details.

Before EachUse

1. Checkengine oil level.

2. Cleandebris.

3. Checkwater inlet screen for damage.

4. Checkhigh pressure hosefor leaks.

5. Checkdetergentsiphoning tube and filter for damage.

6. Checkspray gun and nozzleextensionassembly for

leaks.

7. Rinse out garden hoseto flush out debris.

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.

Pressure WasherMaintenance

Clean Debris

Daily or before use, cleanaccumulated debris from pressure

washer. Keeplinkage, spring and controls clean. Keeparea

around and behind muffler free from any combustible debris.

Inspect cooling air slots and openings onthe pressure

washer.These openings must be kept clean and

unobstructed.

Pressure washer parts should be kept cleanto reducethe

risk of overheatingand ignition of accumulated debris.

• Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

[ NOTICE

l Improper treatment of pressure washer can damageit and

shorten its life.

L DONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.

• Usea soft bristle brush to loosencaked on dirt, oil, etc.

• Usea vacuum cleanerto pick up loose dirt and debris.

Checkand Clean inlet Screen

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

screen is clogged or replaceit if screen is damaged.

CheckHigh PressureHose

Thehigh pressure hose can developleaksfrom wear,

kinking, or abuse. Inspectthe hoseeachtime before using it.

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

or movement of couplings. If any ofthese conditions exist,

re)lace the hose immediately.

WARNING

The high pressurestream of water that this

1_ equipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

• NEVERrepairhighpressurehose.Replaceit.

, ReplacementhoseratingMUSTexceedmaximumpressure

ratingofunit.

CheckDetergent Siphoning Tube

Examinethe filter on the detergent tube and clean if clogged.

Thetube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting. Examinethe

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

damaged.

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CheckSpay Gunand NozzleExtension

Examinethe hose connectionto the spray gun and make

sure it is secure.Testthe trigger by pressing it and making

sure it "springs back" into place whenyou releaseit. Putthe

trigger lock in the ONposition andtest the trigger. You

should not be ableto press thetrigger.

Nozzle Maintenance

A pulsing sensationfelt while squeezingthe spraygun

trigger may be caused by excessivepump pressure.The

principal causeof excessivepump pressure is a spray tip

clogged or restricted with foreign materials,such as dirt, etc.

To correct the problem, immediately cleanthe spray tip

following these instructions:

1. Shut off engine and turn off water supply.

2. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe 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, leading to serious injury and

possible 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 paperclip to freeany foreign material

clogging or restricting spray tip (A).

5. Removenozzleextensionfrom spray gun.

6. Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back

flushing water through nozzleextension. Backflush

between30 to 60 seconds.

7. Reinstallspray tip into nozzle extension.

8. Reconnect nozzleextension to spray gun.

9. Make sure garden hoseis connectedto water inlet.

Checkthat high pressure hoseis connectedto spray

gun and pump. Turn on water.

10. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun and start engine

following instructions How to Start Your Pressure

Washer.

11. Testpressure washer by operating with 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 pressure washer. This kit includes

replacemento-rings, rubber washer and water inlet filter.

Referto the instruction sheet provided in the kit to service

,our unit's o-rings.

WARNING

The high pressurestream of water that this

:_ equipment produces can cut through skin and its

underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

. NEVERrepairleakingconnectionswith sealantofanykind.

Replaceo-ringor seal.

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EngineMaintenance

Seethe engine operator's manualfor instructions on how to

properly maintain the engine.

CAUTION

Avoid prolonged or repeatedskin contact with usedmotor

oil.

Usedmotoroil hasbeenshownto causeskincancerin certain

laboratoryanimals.

Thoroughlywashexposedareaswithsoapandwater.

KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN.DON'T

POLLUTE.CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN

USEDOIL TOCOLLECTIONCENTERS.

AfterEachUse

Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time.

Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and freeze

pump action. Followthese procedures after every use:

1. Shut off engine,turn off water supply, point spray gun

in a safe direction and squeezetrigger to relieve

trapped pressure,engagetrigger lock on spray gun and

let engine cool.

WARNING

Thehigh pressure stream of water that this

equipment produces cancut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

possible 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.

2. Disconnect hosefrom spray gun and high pressure

outlet on pump. Drainwater from hose,spray gun, and

nozzleextension. Use a rag to wipe off the hose.

3. Empty pump of all pumpedliquids by pulling recoil

handle aboutsix times. This should removemost liquid

in pump.

4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.

5. If storing for morethan 30 days,see Long Term

Storageon next page.

WARNING

f_ Fueland its are extremely flammable and

vapors

explosive.

Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or

death.

WHEN STORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITHFUELINTANK

. Storeawayfromfurnaces,stoves,waterheaters,clothesdryers,

or otherappliancesthathavepilotlightor otherignitionsource

becausetheycanignitefuelvapors.

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WinterStorage

NOTICE

You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures.

Failureto dosowillpermanentlydamageyourpumpandrender

yourunitinoperable.

Freezedamageisnotcoveredunderwarranty.

To protectthe unit from freezingtemperatures:

1. Follow steps 1-3 in the previous section After EachUse.

2. Use pump saver, Model6039, to treat pump. This

minimizes freezedamageand lubricates pistons and

seals.

3. If pump saver is not available,connect a 3-foot section

of garden hoseto water inlet adapter. Pour

RV-antifreeze(antifreezewithout alcohol) into hose.

Pull recoil handle twice. Disconnect3-foot hose.

4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.

LongTermStorage

If you do not plan to usethe pressure washer for morethan

30 days,you must prepare the engine and pump for long

term storage.

Protect FuelSystem

FuelAdditive:

Fuelwill becomestale whenstored over30 days. Stalefuel

causesacids and gum depositsto form in the fuel system or

on essentialcarburetor parts. Prior to storage, if gasoline

has not beentreated with a fuel stabilizer, it must be drained

from the engine into an approvedcontainer. Then run engine

until it stops from lack of fuel.

Whenfuel stabilizers are usedaccording to their

instructions, there is no needto drain the gasoline from the

engine prior to storage. Use Briggs & Stratton FRESH

STARTTM fuel stabilizer, availableas a liquid additive or a drip

concentrated liquid cartridge. Runthe engine for a short time

to circulate stabilizer throughout the fuel system. Engineand

fuel canthen be stored up to 24 months.

If gasoline is drained,the useof a fuel stabilizer in the

storage container is still recommendedto maintain

freshness.

Storing the Engine

Seethe engine operator's manualfor instructions on howto

properly preparethe engine for storage.

Protecting the Pump

To protect the pump from damagecaused by mineral

deposits or freezing, usePumpSaver,Model 6039, to treat

pump. This prevents freezedamageand lubricates pistons

and seals.

NOTICE

You must protect yOUrunit from freezing temperatures.

Failureto dosowillpermanentlydamageyourpumpandrender

yourunitinoperable.

Freezedamageisnotcoveredunderwarranty.

NOTE:PumpSaveris availableasan optional accessory. It is

not includedwith the pressure washer. Contactthe nearest

authorized servicecenter to purchase PumpSaver.

To use PumpSaver,make surethe pressure washer is turned

off and disconnectedfrom supply water. Readand follow all

instructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver

container.

Other Storage Tips

1. DONOTstore fuel from oneseason to another unless it

has beentreated as described in Protect FuelSystem.

2. Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rustand/or

dirt in fuel cancause problems if it's usedwith this

unit.

3. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not

retain moisture.

WARNING

f_J Storagecovers can

be flammable.

• DONOTplaceastoragecoverovera hotpressurewasher.

. Letequipmentcoolfora sufficienttimebeforeplacingthecover

ontheequipment.

4. Store unit in a cleanand dry area.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Cause

1. Low pressure spray tip installed.

Pump has following problems:failure 4.

to producepressure,erraticpressure, 5.

chattering, loss of pressure,low water 6.

volume. 7.

10.

Detergentfails to mix with spray.

Engine runs good at no-loadbut "bogs" Enginespeedis too slow.

when lead is added.

Engine will not start; or starts and runs

rough. 5.

Water inlet is blocked.

Inadequatewater supply.

Inlet hose is kinked or leaking.

Cloggedinlet hosescreen.

Water supply is over 100°F.

Highpressure hoseis blocked or

leaks.

Spray gun leaks.

Spraytip is obstructed.

Pumpis faulty.

Detergentsiphoning tube is not

submerged.

Detergentsiphoning tube is

clogged or cracked.

Highpressure spray tip installed.

1. Low oil level.

Dirty air cleaner.

Out of fuel.

Stalefuel.

Spark plug wire not connectedto

spark plug.

6. Badspark plug.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Excessivelyrichfuel mixture.

Out of fuel.

Correction

1. Replacewith high pressure spray

tip.

2. Clearinlet.

3. Provideadequatewater flow.

4. Straighten inlet hose, patch leak.

5. Checkand clean inlet hose screen.

6. Providecooler water supply.

7. Clearblocks in outlet hose.

8. Replacespray gun.

9. Cleanspray tip.

10. Contactlocal service facility.

1. Insert detergent siphoning tube into

detergent.

2. Cleanor replacedetergent

siphoning tube.

3. Replacewith low pressurespray

tip.

Move throttle control to FASTposition. If

engine still "bogs down",contact local

service facility.

1. Fillcrankcaseto proper level.

2. Cleanorreplaceair cleaner.

3. Fillfuel tank.

4. Drainfuel tank; fill with fresh fuel.

5. Connectwife to spark plug.

Engineshutsdownduringoperation.

Enginelackspower. Dirty air filter. Replaceair filter.

6. Replacespark plug.

7. Drainfuel tank; fill with fresh fuel.

8. Contactlocal service facility.

Fillfuel tank.

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