Troy-Bilt 01904 Owner's manual

Brand: Troy-Bilt

Model: 01904

Category: High-pressure cleaners

Type: Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

1904

r®

Owner's ManuaU / Manual del Prepietarie

Pressure VVasher / Lavadora de Presi6n

Model / Modelo 0n904

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

IMPORTANTE: LEYO LA SEGURIDAD LAS ORDENESY LAS INSTRUCClONES DETENIDAMENTE

Questions? Preguntas?

Helpline - 1-888-61 !-6708 M-F 8+5 CT

Troy-BiltO is a registered trademark of MTD and is used under license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products

Troy-Bit_) es una marca registrada registrada de MTD y se usa abajo licencia a Briggs& Stracton Power Products+

BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC

JEFFERSON,WISCONSIN, U.S.A.

Printed in USA Manual No 192097G5 Revision I (02t05/2002)

SafetyRules

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules.................................................. 2-3

Know "four Pressure "Washer ....................... 4

Assembly ........................................................ 5-7

Operation ..................................................... 8-II

Maintenance ......................................... 12-14

Storage ................................................................ 15

Troubleshooting ........................................... 16

Notes ................................................... 17

Replacement Parrs .......................................... 18-19

Warranty ...........................................Last Page

EQUIPPiENT

DESCRIPTION

limitations and any hazards involved.

Every effort hasbeen made to ensure that information in

this manual is accurate and current, However, we reserve the

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

this document at any time without prior notice

SAFETY RULES

_k his is the safety alert symbol. It is used to

alert you to potential personal injury

hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow

this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

The safety alert symbol (_1_) is used with a signal word

(DANGER, CAUTtON,VVARNING), apictorial andtor a

safety messageto alert you to hazards.,DANGER indicates

a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious

injury, WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in

minor or moderate injury.CAUTION, when used

without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that coutd

result in equipment damage. Foflow safety messages to

avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death.

lefnthe State of California a spark arrester is required by law]

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)_ 1

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on I

deral lands. If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester, !

t must be maintained in effective worldng order, i

A( kWARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

DANGER 1

Operate pressure washer ONLY outdoors.

Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance that

vapors may be inhaled.

Read all instrucrJons with mask so you are certain the mask wilt

provide the necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors.

_k WARNING

• Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric

shock may resufc

WARNING

• Keep spray nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning

surface,.

• Operate this unit on a stable surface,

• The cleaning area should haveadequate slopes and drainage to

reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces

• Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from

a ladder, scaffolding or any other relatively unstable location..

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high

pressure spray r_oavoid injury if gun kicks back.

SectionI:SafetyRules

WARNING

WHEN ADDING FUEL

• Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 mtnums

before removing gas cap.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors

• DO NOT overfill tank.Allow space for fuel expansion..

• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat. and

other igniLion sources.,

- DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPHENT

- DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel

to spill.

• DO NOT spray flammable liquids..

WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPHENT

• Transpordrepair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff

valve OFE

WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPHENT WITH FUEL

IN TANK

- Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes

dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other

ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors_

WARNING I

WARNING

DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may

be caught in the starter or other rotating pars.

Tie up long hair and remove jewefr)_

WARNING

WHEN ADJUSTING OR HAKIN G REPAIRS TO YOU R

PRESSURE WASHER

, Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place

the wire where it cannot contact spark plug

NEVER aim the spray gun at people, animals or plants.

DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate the pressure washer,

NEVER repair high pressure hose Replace it:

WARNING

• DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

Allow equipment to cool before touching.

I CAUTION

DO NOT tamper with governed speed.

DO NOT operate the pressure washer above the rated

pressure.,

CAUTION

DO NOT point spray gun at glass when in the iet spray mode.

NEVER aim the spray gun at plants..

Features and Controls

KNOWYOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer.

Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and

adiustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Accessory Tray

Spray Tips

Fuel Tank

Nozzle Extension with

Quick Connect

Throtde Lever

Choke Lever

FuelValve

Recoil Starter

(on front of engine)

Air Filter

Spray Gun

Chemical Injection

SiphonlFilter

Oil Fill Cap

Pump equipped

with Automatic

Cool Down

System

Data Tag

Accessory Tray -- Provides convenient storage for

standard and optional accessories, such as brushes, turbo

wands, ecc

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

of intake air_

Automatic Cool Down System -- Cyctes water through

pump when water reaches 125°-I 55°EWarm water" will

discharge from pump onto ground.This system prevents

internal pump damage,.

Chemical Injection Siphon/Filter -- Use to siphon

detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low

pressur'e stream,,

Choke Lever -- Prepares a cold engine for starting,

DataTag- Provides model, revision and serial number of

pressure washer. Please have these readily available if' calling

for assistance_

Fuel Tank -- Fill tank with regular unleaded fuel,Always leave

room for fuel expansion,.

Fuel Valve -- Used to turn fuel on and off to engine,,

Pressure Outlet

VVater Inlet

High Pressure Hose (not shown) -- Connect one end to

the water pump and the other end to the spray gun

High Pressure Outlet --To connect high pressure hose,

Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect --Allows you to

switch between five different spray tips_

Oil Fill Cap -- Fillengine with oil here.

Pump -- Develops high pressure,

Recoil Starter -- Use for starting the engine manually.

Safety Goggles (not shown) --Always use the enclosed

goggles or other eye protection when running your

pressure washer.

Spray Gun -- Controls the application of water onto

cleaningsurface with trigger device,.Includes safety latch,,

Spray Tips _ Chemical injection, 0°, t5°,25°,and 40°: for

various high pressure cleaningapplicadons,.

Throttle Lever--Sets engine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine.

Water Inlet -- Connect garden hose here,.

AssembEy

IMPORTANT: Read entire owner's manual before you

attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.

REMOVE PRESSURE

WASHER FROM

CARTON

- Remove the parts bag packed with pressure washer.

- Slice two corners at the end of carton from top to

bottom so the panel can be folded down flat, then

remove all packing material

. Roll pressure washer out of carton.

Carton Contents

Items in the carton include:

• Main Unit

• Safety Goggles

• Handle

• Plastic Accessory Tray

• High Pressure Hose

• Spray Gun

- Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect Fitting

• Oil Botde

- PartsBag (whichincludesthefollowing):

• Owner's Manual

• Engine Manual

• Owner's Registration Card

• Bagcontaining 5 multi-colored Quick Connect Spray

Tips

• Maintenance Kit

• Handle Fastening Hardware Kit (which includes):

• Carriage Bolt

• "U' Bolt

• Plastic Knobs (2)

• "J" Hook

- Chemical Hose Clip

• SelfTapping Screws (5)

PREPARING PRESSURE

WASHER FOR USE

If you have any problems with the assembly of your

pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged, cal! the

pressure washer helpline at !-888-611-6708.

To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you

will need to perform these tasks:

I, Fill out and send in registration card,

2, Attach accessory tray to handle, then attach handle to

main unic

3. Add oil to engine crankcase

4 Add fuel to fuel tank.,

5 Connect high pressure hose to spray gun and pump,

6. Connect water supply to pump,

7 Attach nozzle extension to spraygun,

8, Selecdattach quick connect spray tip to nozzle

extension.

Attach Handle and Accessory Tray

NOTE: All assembly operations given in this section will be

described from the perspective of assembling the pressure

washer from the rear,

I, Slide the plastic accessory tray onto the handle and

align the holes in the accessory tray with the holes on

the handle (Figure 1).

Section 3: Assembly

2 Secure tray to handle with self tapping screws using a

#2 phillips screwdriver. Ensure screws are tight but not

crushing the plastic accessory tray°

3 Place the handle assembly onto the handle supports

connected to the main unit_ Make sure the holes in the

handle align with the holes on the handle supports

(Figure 2)

NOTE: It may be necessary to move the handle supports

from side to side in order to align the h_ndle so it will slide

over the handle supports.

4. Insert the"L" bait through the hole on the left side of

the handle (viewing from handle side of unit) and attach

the plastic knobTighten the knob by hand (Figure 3),

5. insert the carriage bolt through the right side hole

from the outside of the unit and attach a plastic knob

from the inside of the unit (viewing unit from the

handle side) Tighten by hand (Figure 3),

6.. Insert the "J" hook into the second from the left slot in

the accessory tray (Figure 4),

7. Pinch the chemical hose and slide it into the metal clip

as shown in Figure 5_

8. Tilt the unit up by the handle and attach the metal clip

to the rib on the center underside of the accessory

tray (Figure 6).Slide the chemical hose through the

metal clip so that it is tight but not kinked,

Add Engine Oil

IMPORTANT: Any attempt to crank or start the engine

before it hasbeen properly serviced with the

recommended oil may result in an engine failure,

• Place pressure washer on a level surface

- Refer to the engine owners manual to add recommended

oil to engine,.

NOTE= Check oil often during engine break-in,. Refer to

engine owner's manual for recommendations..

Add Fuel

WARNING! NEVER fill fuel tank indoors, NEVER

fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot,Allow

unit to cool for two minutes before refueling, DO

NOT Iight a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel

tank,

Section 3: Assembly

,_ WARNING! NEVER fill fuel tank completely full.

Provide space for fuel expansion Wipe away any fuel

spillage from engine and equipment before starting°

. Place pressure washer on a level surface,

. Refer to the engine owners manual to add recommended

fuel to engine,

Connect Hose and Water Supply to

Pump

IMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must assemble

the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses

before you start the engine,

NOTE'-Your pressure washer comes with a quick connect

that you can use to attach the high pressure hose to either

the spray gun or pump,

I., Uncoil the high pressure hose and attach the female

quick connect to one end of the hose,Attach the male

quick connect to the gun (Figure 7)

2, Attach the end of the hose to the base of the spray

gun (Figure 7)._Pull down on the collar of the quick

connect, slide fitting into the pump and let go of collar.

Pull on hose to be sure of a tight connection.

NOTE: The quick connect isshown connecting the high

pressure hose to the spray gun If you choose to use the

quick connect for the hose to pump connection, follow the

same directions to attach quick connect from hose to pump.

3_ Attach the other end of the high pressurehose to the high

pressure outlet on the pump (Figure8).Tighten byhand,

Before you connect your garden hoseto the water inlet,

inspect the inlet screen (Figure9), Clean the screen if it

contains debris, replace it if it is damaged DO NOT RUN

THE PRESSUREWASHERIFTHE SCREEN ISDAMAGED.,

Inspect inlet

screen, DO

NOT use if

if dirty_

5. Run water through the garden hose for 30 seconds to

clean out any debris Turn off water,,

IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the

water supply, Use ONLY cold water (less than i00°F),_

6. Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in

length) to the water inlet,Tighten by hand (Figure 9)

CAUTION! There MUST be at least ten feet of

unrestricted garden hose between the pressure washer

inlet and any flow shut off device, such as a 'Y' shut-off

connector or other convenience-type water shut-off valve,

Damage to pressure washer resulting from disregarding this

caution will not be covered by the warran_

7, Turn ON the water and squeeze the trigger on the spray

gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities.

._ CAUTION! Before starting the pressure washer,

be sure you are wearing adequate eye protection

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit's assembly to confirm you have performed

all of the following:

I, Make sure the handle is in place and secure,,

2_ Check that oil hasbeen added to the proper level in

the engine crankcase,

3_ Add the proper fuel to fuel tank.,

4,. Check for properly attached hose connections,

5,, Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or

damage to the high pressure hose.

6, Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow

7,, Be sure to read"Safety Rules" and "HowTo UseYour

PressureVVasher" before using the pressure washer.

Operation

HOW TO USE YOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

Ifyou have any problems operating your pressure washer,

please call the pressure washer heipline at !-888-611-6708,

To Start Your Pressure Washer

To star_ your pressure washer for the first time, follow

these instructions step-by-step.This starting information

also applies if you have let the pressure washer sit idle for

at least a day_

I_ Place the pressure washer near an outside water

source capable of supplying water at a flow rate

greater than 3°6gallons per minute and no less than

20 PSIat the pressure washer end of the garden hose,

2,_ Check that the high pressure hose isconnected to the

spray gun and to the pump See "Preparing Pressure

Washer" for Use" for illustrations

3,_ Make sure unit is in a level position

4_ Connect the garden hose to the water inlet on the

pressure washer pump, Turn ON the water.

CAUTION! DO NOT run the pump without the water

supply connected and turned on/You must follow this

caution or the pump will be damaged,

5, Squeeze the trigger on the gun until you have a steady

stream of water, This purges the pump of air and

impurities.,

6, Attach the nozzle extension to the spray gun

(Figure 10).Tighten by hand,

7,, Choose the spray tip you want to use and insert it into

the nozzle extension. See "How to Use the SprayTips"

on page I 0r

8,, Engagethe safety latch to the spraygun trigger (Figure I I),

9, Move the variable pressure control lever to "High"

position, shown on engine as a rabbit (Figure 12)_

Section 4: Opera ion

I0r Start the engine according to instructions given in the

engine owner's manual.

NOTE: If the recoil starter is hard to pull, it may be

necessary to squeeze the gun trigger to relieve internal

pump pressure

How to StopYour Pressure Washer

• Move variable pressure control lever to "Stop" position

o Turn engine off according to instructions given in the

engine owner's manual

, Squeeze trigger on the spray gun to relieve

pressure in the hose_

NOTE: A small amount of water wild squirt out when you

release the pressure_

How to Use Accessory Tray

The unit is equipped with an accessory tray with places to

store your nozzle extension and quick connect spray tips,

and slots to hold the cleaning solution bottle and the

detergent siphoning filter.There are also two hooks at the

ends of the handle to hold your spray gun and high

pressure hose.

NOTE:The extra holes in the tray are for storing abrush

and a turbo wand The brush and turbo wand are NOT

included with your pressure washer.You can buy these

items as optional accessories.

t. Place the nozzle extension through the hole on the

accessory tray, as shown in Figure 13.

2r Hang your chemical solution bottle on the"J" hook

and place the detergent siphoning filter in the last slot

on the left (Figure 13)_

3.. Place the spray gun on the hook attached to the

accessory tray on the right side of the unit (Figure 13).

4, Hang the high pressure hose on the hook attached to

the accessory tray on the left side of the unit as shown

on page 4..

Section 4: Operation

How to Use the SprayTips

,_ CAUTION! NEVER exchange spray tips without

locking the safety latch on the trigger.

The quick-connect on the nozzle extension allows you to

switch between five different spray tips The spray tips vary

the spray pattern as shown below (Figure t4)

Follow these instructions to change spray tips:

I._ Engagethe safety latch on the spray gun

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

current spray tip off. Store the spray tips in the space

provided on the handles storage panel,

NOTE: For a more gentle rinse, select the white 40° or

green 25° spray tipTo scour the surface, select the yellow

15° or red 0 ° spray tipTo apply chemical, select the black

spray tip..

3, Pull back on the collar, insert the new spray tip and

release the collar_Tug on the spray tip to make sure it

is securely in place.

4_ For most effective cleaning, keep the spray tip from 8

to 24 inchesaway from the cleaning surface. If you get

the spray tip too close, you may damage the cleaning

surface.

5.. DO NOT get closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires_

Cleaning and Applying Chemical

CAUTION! You must attach all hoses before you

start the engine. Starting the engine without all the hoses

connected and without the water turned ON will damage

the pump

IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for

pressure washers. Household detergents could damage

the pump

To apply detergent follow these steps:

I.. Review the use of the spray tips.,

2_ Prepare the detergent solution as required by the

manufacturer.

Hang the detergent solution on the "j" hook attached

to the accessory tray, as shown in Figure IS

Low Pressure

Use to

apply

:heroical

Black

White Red

40° 0°

High Pressure

I I'

Green Yellow

25° 150

Section4: Operation

4, Place the small filter end of the detergent siphoning

tube into the detergent container.

CAUTION! Keep the chemical injection tube from

coming in contact with the hot muffler,

5. Make sure the black spray tip is installed..

NOTE: Detergent cannot be applied with the high

pressure spray tips (White, Green,Yellow, or Red),

6o Hake sure the garden hose is connected to the water

inlet. Check that the high pressure hose is connected

to the spray gun and the pump and start the engine,

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

portion of area to be washed and work upward, using

long, even,overlapping strol<es..

8. Allow the detergent to soak in between 3-5 minutes

before washing and rinsing_Reapply as needed to

prevent surface from drying. DO NOT allow the

detergent to dry on (prevents streaking)..

IMPORTANT:You must flush the chemical injection

system after each use by placing the filter into a bucket of

clean water, then run the pressure washer in tow pressure

for I-2 minutes.

Pressure Vv'asher Rinsing

_ ARNING! Be extremely careful if you must use

the pressure washer from a ladder, scaffolding or any

other relatively unstable location, When you press

the trigger, the recoil from the initial spray can be

very strong,The high pressure spray could cause you

to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface,,

Wash and Rinse Surface

This pressure washer permits regulation of output water

pressure by varying the engine speedThe variable pressure

control lever found on the front of the engine may be set,

as shown in Figure 16:

Pressure Low to High

DU_ Light Medium Heavy

Application Auto Concrete Paint removal

Boat Driveway Degreasing

Furniture Deck

After you have applied detergent, scour the surface

and rinse it clean as follows:

1, Apply safety latch to spray gun,,

Remove the black chemical nozzle from the nozzle

extension,

Select and install the desired high pressure nozzle

following the instructions "How to Use the SprayTips"

on page l0

Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you

plan to spray,

Adjust the spray pressure by sliding the variable

pressure contol lever left or right, as shown in Figure 12

on page 8.

_ AUTION! Firmly grasp spray gun with both

hands when using high pressure spray to avoid

injury if gun kicks back..

6_ Apply a high pressure spray to a small area and then

check the surface for damage, if no damage is found,

you can assume it is okay to continue rinsing_

7,. Start at the top of the area to be rinsed, working

down with same overlapping strokes asyou used for

cleaning.,

Automatic Cool Down System

(Thermal Relief)

If you run the engine on your pressure washer for

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

circulating water in the pump can reach a temperature

between t25 °-155°EAt this temperature, the system

engages and cools the pump by discharging the warm

water onto the ground. This system prevents internal

damage to the pump_

Maintenance

GENERAL HAINTENANCE

RECOHHENDATIONS

The pressure washer warranty does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.To receive full

value from the warranty,, the operator must maintain the

pressure washeras instructed in this manual.

• Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your pressure washer.Check the spray

gun andadjustable nozzle extension assemblyfor wear.

• All maintenance in this manual and the engine owner's

manual should be made at least once each season.

• Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug,

clean or replace the air fllcer.A new spark plug and clean

air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer. Pleaserefer to your

engine owner's manual for more detaiIs,,

• if equipped with inflatable tires, keep the air pressure at

the value marked on the tire or within 15 and 40 psi,

Before Each Use

I_ Check engineoil level

2. Check water inlet screen for damage,

3, Check in-line filter for damage,

4. Check high pressure hose for leaks

5. Check detergent siphoning tube and filter for damage.

6_ Check spray gun and nozzle extension assembly for leaks.

7. Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris before

connecting to pressure washer.

PRESSURE VVASHER

MAINTENANCE

_ AUTION! Water spraying from a leak iscapable

of injecting material into skin_Inspect hose each

time before using it NEVER repair a high pressure

hose Replace it with another hose that exceeds the

maximum pressure rating of your pressure washer.

Check Detergent Siphoning Tube

Examine the filter on the detergent tube and clean if

clogged,The tube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting,

Examine the tube for leaks or tears, Replace the filter or

tube if either is damaged,

Cleaning Detergen t Siphoning Tube

if you used the detergent siphoning tube, you must flush it

with clean water before stopping the engine,.

I, Place the chemical iniection siphon/filter in a bucket full

of clean water.

2. Attach the black low pressure spray tip.

3. Flush for I-2 minutes,

4. Shut off the engine_

IMPORTANT: Simply shutting OFF engine will not

release pressure in the system, When the engine has

shut down, squeeze the trigger on the spray gun to

relieve the pressure in the hose°

Check Gun and Nozzle Extension

Examine the hose connection to the spray gun and make

sure it is secure Test the trigger by pressing it and making

sure it "springs back" into place when you release it. Put

the safety latch in the ON position and test the trigger, You

should not be able to press the trigger.

Check In-Line Filter

Refer to Figure 17 and service the in-line filter if it

becomes clogged, as follows:

Check and Clean Inlet Screen

Examine the screen on the water inlet Clean it if the

screen is dogged or replace it if screen is damaged,

Check High Pressure Hose

The highpressure hose can develop leaks from wear,

kinking, or abuse,.Inspect the hose each time before using

iL Check for cuts, leaks,abrasions or bulging of cover,

damage or movement of couplings,, If any of these

conditions exist, replace the hose immediately.

Nozzle Extension

Detach spray gun and nozzle extension from high

pressure hose Detach nozzle extension from spray gun

and remove o-ring and screen from nozzle extension,

Flush the screen, spray gun, and adjustable nozzle

extension with clean water to dear debris

Section 5: Maintenance

If the screen is damaged,the o-ring kit contains a

replacement in-line filter screen and an o-ring. If

undamaged, reuse screen_

Place the in-fine filter screen into the threaded end of

the nozzle extension_ Direction does not matter. Push

the screen in with the eraser end of a pencil until it

rests fiat at the bottom of the opening .Take care to

not bend the screen..

4.. Place the o_ring into the recess. Push the o-ring snugly

against the in-line filter screen..

5o Assemble the nozzle extension to the spray gun, as

described earlier in this manual

Purge Pump of Air and

Contaminants

To remove air from the pump, follow these steps:

1. Set up the pressure washer as described in"Preparing

Pressure Washer For Use". Connect the water supply

and turn water on,

2. Pull the trigger on the spray gun and hold..

3._ When the water supply is steady and constant, engage

the safety latch

To remove contaminants from the pump, follow

these steps:

I, Set up the pressure washer as described in"Preparing

PressureVCasher For Use", Connect the water supply

and turn water on,

2,.

Start the engine according to instructions in "To Start

Your Pressure Washer"..

3. Remove nozzle extension from spray gun.

4. Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun and hold.

5_. When the water supply issteady and constant, engage

the safety latch and reattach the nozzle extension.

Nozzle Maintenance

A pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the spray gun

trigger may be caused by excessive pump pressure.The

principal cause of excessive pump pressure isa spray tip

cloggedor restricted with foreign materials, such asdirt,

etc.To correct the problem, immediately clean the spray tip

using the tools included with your pressure washer and

folfow these instructions:

1.. Shut off the engine and turn off the water supply

2.. Remove the spray tip from the end of the nozzle

extension (Figure 18),

S.,

Use wire here

to remove

debris,

Remove the in-line filter from the other end of the

nozzle extension,

Use the wire included in the Idt (or a small paper clip)

to free any foreign material clogging or restricting the

spray tip (Figure 18).

Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back

flushing water through the nozzle extension

Back flush between 30 to 60 seconds,

Reinstall the spray tip and in-line filter into the nozzle

extension

7. Reconnect the nozzle extension to the spray gun..

8. Reconnect the water supply, turn on the water, and

start the engine.

9_ Test the pressure washer by operating with each of the

Quick Connect spray tips

O-Ring Maintenance

Through the normal operation of your pressure washer,

o-rings, which keep the connections of the hoses and spray

gun tight and leak-free, may become worn or damaged°

An O-Ring Maintenance Kit is provided with your pressure

washer which includesreplacement o-rings, rubber washer

and water inlet filter..Refer to the instruction sheet provided

in the kit to service your unit's o-rings Note that not alt of

the parts in the kit wilt be used on your unit

To remove a worn or damaged o-ring:

- Use a small flathead screwdriver to get underneath the

o-ring and pry it off,

Section 5: Maintenance

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

See the engine owner's manual for instrucdons on how to

property maintain the engine

_ AUTION! Avoid prolonged or repeated skin

contact with used motor oil. Used mot:or oil has

been shown to cause skin cancer in certain

laboratory animals.Thoroughly wash exposed areas

with soap and water,,

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN DON'T

POLLUTE CONSERVE RESOURCES,, RETURN

USED OILTO COLLECTION CENTERS,,

Data Tag

Data tag information is very important if you need help from

our Customer Service Department or an authorized service

dealer.

The data tag (Figure 20) is located on the base of the

pressure washer,For future reference, please copy the

model, revision, and serial number of the pressure washer

in the space below,

MODEL

REV NO "_

SERIAL ]1_-,..

PSI ]

GPM ]

Troy-Bltt® isa registered trademark of

MTD and is used under license to

Briggs & Stratton

Power Products Group, LLC

Jefferson, WI

800-611-6708

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Storage

PREPARING THE UNiT

FOR STORAGE

Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of

time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and

"freeze" pump acrJon,If you do not plan to use the pressure

washer for more than 30 days,follow this procedure:

I, Flush detergent siphoning tube by placing the filter into

a pail of clean water while running pressure washer in

low pressure mode Flush for one to two minutes

Z Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove high

pressure and garden hoses. Disconnect spark pEugwire

from spark plug

3.,

Empty the pump of liquids by pulling the engine recoil

handle about 6 times,This should remove most of the

liquid in the pump,

Use pump saver to prevent corrosion build up and

freezing of pump,,

Store unit in a clean, dry area.

Protecting the Pump

To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral

deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver to treat pump, This

prevents freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals,

NOTE: PumpSaver,model number 01559, is available as an

optional accessory_It is not included with the pressure

washer,,Contact the nearest authorized service center to

purchase PumpSaver.

CAUTION! You must protect your unit from freezing

temperatures. Failure to do so will permanently damage

your pump and render your unit inoperable. Freeze damage

is not covered under warranty,

_ CAUTION! Read and follow all cautions and

warnings on the PumpSaver can label Always wear

eye protection when using PumpSaven

To use PumpSaver,make sure the pressure washer is

turned off and disconnected from supply water, Read and

follow all instructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver

container,

NOTE: PumpSaver will drip from pump after treatment

and will stain wood and concrete,

NOTE: If PumpSaver is not available, draw RV antifreeze

(non-alcohol) into the pump by pouring the solution into a

3-foot section of garden hose connected to inlet adapter

and pulling recoil handle twice

STORING THE ENGUNE

See the engine owner's manual for instructions on how to

properly prepare the engine for storage_

Troubleshooting

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Pump has following

problems: failure to produce

pressure, erratic pressure,

chattering, loss of pressure,

low water volume.

Detergent fails to mix with

spray.

Engine shuts down during

operation°

Cause

I. Low pressurespraydp instaUedr.

2, Water inlet is btocked_

3, Inadequate water supply,

4_ Inlet hose iskinked or leaking_

5. Clogged inlet hose strainer.

6, VVater suppiy isover 100°F,

7, High pressure hose is blocked or

leaks.

8 Gun leaks,

9, Nozzle is obstructed.

I0,. Pump is faulty..

Iv Detergent siphoning tube is not

submerged.

2. Chemical filter is clogged or

cracked.

3 Dirty in-linefilter

4o High pressure spray dp installed,.

Out of gasoline,.

Correction

I,, Replacespraytip with highpressure

spray tip,

2. Clear in_et.

3_ Provide adequate water flow.

4, Straighten inlet hose, patch leak.

5. Check and clean inlet hose strainer_

6 Provide cooler water supply.

7. Clear blocks in outlet hose.

8, Replace gun,

9 Clean nozzle.

IO, Contact Authorized service facili_

I_ Insert detergent siphoning tube into

detergent.

2_ Clean or replace flkerfdetergent

siphoning tube

3, See "Check In-Line Filter",

4 Replace spray tip with low pressure

spray tip_

Fill fuel tank,,

Notes

NOTES

Exploded Views and Parts Lists

EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST -- UNIT

Item Part #

1 PI90156GS BASE

2 P187602GS HANDLE

3 192096GS ASS'_ Billboard

4 185877GS HOSE

5 192134GS KiT, Engine Mounting Hardware

6 192131GS KIT, Pump Mounting Hardware

7 190049GS GUN

8 190668GS KIT, Handle Fasteners

9 192553GS KiT,Vibration Mount

items Not Illustrated:

Part # Description

!92097GS MANUAL, Owner's

192554GS KIT, Decals

BE3061BGS OIL, Engine

item Part #

10 95519GS

I I 95518GS

12 190147GS

13 190717GS

14 190779GS

15 192526GS

16 23139BGS

17 190183GS

900 NSP

Description

QUICK CONNECT, Wand End

QUICK CONNECT, Wand/Acc

PUSHNUT

KIT, Nozzle

EXTENSION

KiT, Wheel

KEY

ASSY,Pump (see page 19)

ENGINE

Section 8: Exploded Views and Parts Lists

EXPLODED VltEW AND PARTS LIST --. PUHP

B, C, E, G

Item

Part #

190638GS

190639GS

190640GS

190641GS

190642GS

190643GS

190644GS

190645GS

190646GS

190647GS

190648GS

190649GS

190650GS

190651 GS

PLUG

SPACER

WASHER

PLUG

HOSETAIL

JET

SPRING

INJECTOR, Detergent

PISTON, Guide

HOUSING

PLUG

FLANGE

ROLLER BEARING

GRUB SCREW

Item Part # Description

68 190652GS BALL

69 190653GS SPRING

70 190654GS PUMP HEAD

71 190655GS GRUB SCREW &WASHER

72 190656GS OIL BOTTLE

A I90657GS KiT, CHECK VALVE

B 1906SBGS KIT, PISTON SET

C 190659GS KIT, SEAL OIL

D 190660GS KIT, SEAL HIGH PRESSURE

E 190677GS KIT, O-RINGS

F 190661GS KIT, UNLOADER

G 190662GS KIT, CAM & BEARING

NOTE: Item letters A - G are service kits and include all

parts shown within the box,

Reglas de Seguridad

TABLA DE CONTENIDOS

Reglas De Seguridad ........................................... 20-21

Conozca Su Maquina Lavadora De Presion ......................... 22

Ensamblaje .................................................. 23-25

Funcionamienm ....................................................... 26-29

Mantenimiento ................................................ 30-32

Almacenamiento ...................................................... 33

Diagnosticos De Averias ............................................... 34

Piezas De Recambio .................................. t 8.19

Garantia .................................................... 35

DESCRIPCION DEL EQUIPO

Lea este manual de manera cuidadosa y

famUiaricese con su generadort Conozca sus usos,

sus limitaciones y cualquier peligro retacionado

con el mismo.

Se ha hecho cada esfuer'zo posible para asegurarse que la

informaci6n que aparece en este manual es exact_ y se encuentra

actualizada. Sin embargo, nosotros se reserva el derecho a

cambiar, alterar o de otra manera meiorar, el producto y este

documento en cualquier momento, sin previo aviso

REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD

Este es el simbolo de alerta de seguridad.. Sirvepara adverl:ir al usuario de un posible riesgo para

su integriclad fisicm Siga todos los mensajes de

seguridad que figuren despu6s de este simbolo

para evitar lesiones o incluso la muerte.,

E1simboto de aler_ de seguridad (_) es usado con una pafabra

(PELtGRO, ADVERTENCtA, PRECAUC!ON), un mensaje por

escrito o una llus_acibn, para alertarlo acerca de cualquier

skuaci6n de peligro que pueda existir_ PELIGRO indica un riesgo

e! cual, si no se evita, causer6 la muerte o una herida grave.

ADVERTENCIA indica un riesgo el cual,si no se evil, puede

causar la muerte o una herida grave, PRECAUCION indica un

riesgo, el cual,si no se evita, puede causar heridas menores o

moderadas, PRECAUTION, cuando se usa sin el simbofo de

alert, indica una situaci6n que podHa resuftar en el dafio del

equipo Siga los mensajes de seguridad pare evir.aro redudr los

riesgos de heridas e inclusive la muerte..

En el esmdo de California es obltgatorlo, segfin la ley, el uso de

apagachispas (Secci6n 4442 del Cbdtgo de Recursos Pfiblicos de

California). Otros esmdos pueden tenet leyes similares. Las teyes

federales se apiican en tierras federales..Si equipa el silenciador

con un apagachispas, este deber_ set mantenido en buenas

condiciones de trabajo.

ADVERTENCIA 1

El escape del motor de este producto contiene

elementos qulmicos reconocidos en el Estado de

California pot producir cancer, defectos de nacimiento u

otros dafios de tipo reproductivo,

PELIGRO

• Opere el lavadora de presi6n SOLAMENTE a[ aire libre..

• Utilice un resplrador o m_scara siempre que exism la posibilidad de

inhalar v-apores,

- Lea todas ]as inscnacciones de ]a m&scara para asegurarse de que te

brinda_ la pr'otecci6n necesaria conga fa inhalaci6n de vapores

nOC[VOS.

[ _ ADVERTENCIA ]

Manten_ el chorro de1 ague alejado de alambrados el6ctrkos_ de !o

contrario podrlan ocurrir descargas el_ctricas ramies

ADVERTENCIA

• Mantenga la boquilla de rociado de 8 a 24 pulgadas de la supe_cie de

llmpieza.

• Opere y almacene esm unidad sobre una superfide eslmble,

• El _rea de llmpleza deber'_ tenet incllnaciones y drenajes adecuados

pare disminuir la posibilidad de caldas debido a superficies resbalosas.

- Sea ex_emadamente cuidadoso si usa la m_quina lavadora a presi6n

desde una escalera. :mdamio o cualquler superficle reladvamente

inestable.

Sujete la pistola de ta hidrolavadora firmemente con ambas manos

cuando ur_lice el rociado a aim presi6n De esm manera evitar_

lesiones producidas pot el posibie golpe de la pistofa hacia atr_.

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