Pressure Washer Operator’s Manual This pressure washer is rated in accordance to the Pressure Washer Manufacturers Association (PWMA) standard PW101-2010 (Testing and Rating Performance of Pressure Washers). BRIGGS & STRATTON CORPORATION MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, U.S.A. Manual No.
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton® pressure washer. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Briggs & Stratton pressure washer will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with pressure washers and how to avoid them.
Operator Safety Equipment Description Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your pressure washer. Know its applications, its limitations, and any hazards involved. This pressure washer operates at 15.17 MPa or (151.7 BAR or 2,200 PSI) at a flow rate of 7.2 liters (1.9 gallons) per minute. This high quality residential system features 20.3 cm (8 in.
WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. Even if you do not smell exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon monoxide gas. Some chemicals or detergents could be harmful if inhaled or ingested, resulting in death, serious injury, nausea, fainting or poisoning.
WARNING The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces could cut through skin and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious injury and possible amputation. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected, which could result in serious injury. • If cut by fluid, call physician immediately. DO NOT treat as a simple cut. • DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate pressure washer. • NEVER repair high pressure hose. Replace it.
Assembly ead entire operator’s manual before you R attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer. Your pressure washer requires some assembly and is ready for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at 1‑300‑BRIGGS (274.447). If calling for assistance, please have the model, revision, and serial number from the identification label available.
NOTICE Improper treatment of pressure washer could damage it and shorten its life. • DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil. This could result in an engine failure. 4. Replace oil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten. Add Fuel Fuel must meet these requirements: • Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. • A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). For high altitude use, see High Altitude. • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is acceptable.
Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump NOTICE DO NOT run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on. • Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty. NOTICE Remove and discard the shipping caps from the pump’s high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching hoses. 1. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hose to base of spray gun. Tighten by hand. 4. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.
Features and Controls ead this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer. R Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A R B P C D N E M L F , G H A - Warning Tag — Identifies hazards with pressure washer. B - Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect — Allows you to switch between three different spray tips.
Operation If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at 1‑300‑BRIGGS (274.447). Pressure Washer Location Carbon Monoxide Poisoning WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. Even if you do not smell exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon monoxide gas.
9. Push engine stop switch (A) to ON (I) position. A B 10. Press primer bulb (B) firmly 3 times. For a warm engine, DO NOT press primer bulb. NOTICE Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing safety goggles as described below. WARNING Risk of eye injury. Spray could splash back or propel objects resulting in serious injury. • Always wear indirect vented (chemical splash) safety goggles marked to comply with AS/NZS 1337 (ANSI Z87.1 equivalent) when using or in vicinity of this equipment.
How to Stop Your Pressure Washer 1. Release spray gun trigger and let engine idle for two minutes. 2. Push engine stop switch to OFF (0) position. 3. ALWAYS point gun in a safe direction and press red button and squeeze spray gun trigger to release retained high water pressure. WARNING The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces could cut through skin and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious injury and possible amputation.
Applying Detergent WARNING Chemical Burn Hazard. Chemicals could cause burns resulting in death or serious injury. • DO NOT use caustic liquid with pressure washer. • Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergents/soaps. Follow all manufacturers instructions. To apply detergent, follow these steps: 1. Review use of spray tips. 2. Prepare detergent solution as required by job. 3. Place end of detergent siphoning tube into detergent container.
Maintenance Pump Oil Maintenance Schedule Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Check High Pressure Hose The high pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking, or abuse. Inspect the hose each time before using it. Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, damage or movement of couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replace the hose immediately. WARNING The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces could cut through skin and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious injury and possible amputation. • NEVER repair high pressure hose.
6. Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back flushing water through nozzle extension. Back flush between 30 to 60 seconds. 7. Reinstall spray tip into nozzle extension. 8. Reconnect nozzle extension to spray gun. 9. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet. Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray gun and pump. Turn on water. 10. Start engine following instructions How to Start Your Pressure Washer. 11. Test pressure washer by operating with each quick connect spray tip.
EEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. K DON’T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS. Change oil while engine is still warm from running, as follows: 1. Drain fuel tank by running pressure washer until fuel tank is empty. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug. 3. Clean area around oil fill, remove oil fill cap/ dipstick. Wipe dipstick clean. 4.
Air Cooling System Over time debris may accumulate in cylinder cooling fins and cannot be observed without partial engine disassembly. For this reason, we recommend you have a qualified service dealer clean the cooling system per recommended intervals (see Maintenance Schedule in beginning of Maintenance section). Equally important is to keep top of engine free from debris. See Clean Debris. Carburetor Adjustment The carburetor on this engine is low emission.
Winter Storage NOTICE 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. To protect the unit from freezing temperatures: 1. Follow steps 1-5 in the previous section After Each Use. 2. Use pump saver, Model 6039, to treat pump. This minimizes freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals. 5. If pump saver is not available, connect a 1 m (3 ft.
Troubleshooting Problem Pump has following problems: failure to produce pressure, erratic pressure, chattering, loss of pressure, low water volume. Cause 1. Low pressure spray tip installed. 2. 3. 4. 5. Water inlet is blocked. Inadequate water supply. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking. Clogged inlet hose screen. 6. Water supply is over 38°C (100°F). 7. High pressure hose is blocked or leaks. 8. Spray gun leaks. 9. Spray tip is obstructed. 10. Pump is faulty. Detergent fails to mix with spray. 1.
BRIGGS & STRATTON WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton warrants that, during the warranty period specified below, it will repair or replace, free of charge, any part that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below.
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Pressure Washer Product Specifications Outlet Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 15.17 MPa* (151.7 BAR or 2,200 PSI) Flow Rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2 LPM* (1.9 GPM) Water Supply Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38°C (100°F) MAX Displacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 cc (8.64 cu. in.) Spark Plug Gap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.50 mm (0.020 in.) Fuel Capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
