Briggs & Stratton 20258 - Manual (Page 8)

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Add Engine Oil and Fuel
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Refer to engine operator’s manual and follow oil and fuel
recommendations and instructions.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine operator’s manual for recommendations.
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.
1. Remove and discard tape from domed oil filler cap on
top of pump.
2. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach quick connect end
of hose to base of spray gun (Figure 3). Pull down on
collar of quick connect, slide onto spray gun and let go
of collar.Tug on hose to be sure of a tight connection.
NOTE: Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before
attaching hoses.
3. Similarly, attach other end of high pressure hose to the
high pressure outlet on pump. Pull down on collar of
quick connect, slide onto pump and let go of collar. Pull
on hose to be sure of a tight connection.
4. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 4). Clean screen if it contains
debris or replace if damaged. DO NOT run pressure
washer if inlet screen is missing or damaged.
5. Run water through 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 100°F).
6. Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length)
to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 4).
7. Turn ON water, point gun in a safe direction and squeeze
trigger to purge pump system of air and impurities.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit’s assembly to confirm you have performed
all of the following:
1. Make sure handle is secure.
2. Check for properly tightened hose connections.
3. Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to high pressure hose.
4. Check that oil has been added to proper level in
engine crankcase.
5. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
6. Provide a proper water supply (not to exceed 100°F).
7. Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your
Pressure Washer” before using pressure washer.
CAUTION
• Refer to engine operaor’s manual for oil and fuel fill
information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
Section 3: Assembly
Connect high
pressure hose here
Figure 3 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
Inspect inlet screen.
DO NOT use if
damaged or missing;
clean if dirty.
Figure 4 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
CAUTION
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
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.
• Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing
adequate safety goggles.
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
WARNING