Billy Goat PW40SOH, PW30AOV Quick Setup Manual

PW40SOH QUICK SETUP GUIDE

WARNING Failure to read and follow the operator’s manual and all operating instructions could result in death, serious

injury, and/or property damage.

WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive which could cause burns, fire or explosion resulting
in death or serious injury. Turn pressure washer engine OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Let
spilled fuel evaporate before starting engine. Always allow space for fuel expansion.

WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go which
could cause broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains resulting in serious injury. NEVER pull starter cord without first
relieving spray gun pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. Firmly grasp spray gun with
both hands when using high pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.

WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You CANNOT smell
it, see it, or taste it. Operate ONLY outside far away from windows, doors and vents. Install carbon monoxide alarms. DO
NOT run this product inside homes or garages, even if using fans or opening doors and windows.

WARNING High water pressure could cut through skin resulting in serious injury. Spray gun traps high water pressure,
even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected. NEVER aim spray gun at people, animals, or plants. ALWAYS
point spray gun in safe direction, press red button and squeeze spray gun trigger to release high pressure, every time you
stop engine.

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 ANSI Z87.1 when using or in vicinity of this equipment.
NEVER substitute safety glasses or dry-condition goggles for indirect vented safety goggles.

1. Remove everything from carton except pressure washer.

2. Open carton completely by cutting each corner from top to bottom.

3. Ensure you have all included items prior to assembly. If items are damaged or missing, call 1-800-776-7690.

4. Prior to assembly, lubricate all o-ring connections as described in operators manual.

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Items Included: Operator’s Manual (not shown)

You will need (not included):

 Utility knife • Unleaded fuel • Garden hose, 50 ft. (15m) or less • Safety goggles (indirect vented type)

UNPACK PRESSURE WASHER

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ASSEMBLE PRESSURE WASHER

1. Place handle (A) onto handle supports (B) connected to main unit. Make sure holes
(C) in handle align with holes (C) on handle supports. (See Fig. 1)

NOTE: It may be necessary to move the handle supports from side to side in order to
align the handle so it will slide over the handle supports.

2. Insert carriage bolts (D) through holes from outside of unit and attach a plastic knob
(E) from inside of unit. Tighten by hand. (See Fig. 2)

ADD ENGINE OIL AND FUEL

NOTE: You MUST properly fill engine with oil before attempting to start pressure
washer.

DO NOT use E85 fuel.
DO NOT mix oil with fuel.

1. Move pressure washer outdoors to a flat, level surface.

2. Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap/dipstick. (See Fig. 3)

3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of provided oil bottles into oil fill
opening to the point of overflowing.

4. Replace oil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.

5. Clean area around the fuel cap. (See Fig. 4)

6. Remove fuel cap and add clean, fresh, UNLEADED fuel. Be careful not to overfill.
Allow about 1 in. of tank space (F) for fuel expansion, as shown. (See Fig. 5)

7. Replace fuel cap and let any spilled fuel evaporate before starting engine.

MOVE PRESSURE WASHER TO SAFE OPERATING LOCATION

1. Move pressure washer outdoors to a flat, level surface. Running engines give off
carbon monoxide.

2. Keep at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of pressure washer including
overhead to reduce the risk of exhaust heat or exhaust gases igniting nearby
combustible material.

WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you
in minutes. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. Operate ONLY outside far away from
windows, doors and vents. Install carbon monoxide alarms. DO NOT run this product
inside homes or garages, even if using fans or opening doors and windows.

CONNECT SPRAY GUN

NOTE: Remove and discard the shipping caps from the pump’s high-pressure outlet
and water inlet before attaching hoses.

1. Uncoil high-pressure hose (G) attach quick-connect end of hose to base of spray
gun (H). Pull down on collar of quick-connect, slide onto spray gun and let go of
collar. Tug on hose to be sure of tight connection. (See Fig. 7)

2. Similarly, attach other end of high-pressure hose (G) to high-pressure outlet (J) on
pump. Pull down on collar of quick-connect, slide onto pump and let go of collar.
Pull on hose to be sure of tight connection. (See Fig. 8)

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Fig. 6

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CONNECT WATER SUPPLY

1. Inspect garden hose inlet screen (K) for damage. (See Fig. 8)

NOTE: If inlet screen is damaged or missing, DO NOT use pressure washer, call 1­800-770-7690.

2. Run cold water through garden hose (L) for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.
Garden hose length must not exceed 50 ft. (15 m). Turn off water supply and attach
garden hose to water hose inlet (M). Tighten by hand. (See Fig. 8)

START PRESSURE WASHER

NOTE: You MUST connect and turn on water supply fully before starting engine.

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
ANSI Z87.1 when using or in vicinity of this equipment. NEVER substitute safety glasses or
dry-condition goggles for indirect vented safety goggles.

1. Put on safety goggles.

2. Turn on water supply.

3. Point gun in a safe direction and press red safety button (N) on spray gun and pull
trigger until water comes out in a steady stream. (See Fig. 9)

4. Attach nozzle extension (P) to spray gun (H). Tighten by hand. (See Fig. 10)

5. Choose desired quick-connect spray tip (R), pull back on collar of nozzle extension
(P), insert spray tip and release collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is securely
in place. (See Fig. 11)

6. Move fuel valve lever (S) to “On” position. (See Fig. 12)

7. Move throttle lever (T) to “Fast” position, shown as a rabbit. (See Fig. 13)

8. Move choke lever (U) to “Closed” position. (See Fig. 14)

NOTE: For a warm engine, be sure the choke lever is in the “Open” position.

9. Move engine switch (V) to “On” position. (See Fig. 15)

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Fig. 9

Fig. 8

Fig. 7

10. When starting engine, position yourself as shown. Grasp starter grip handle and
pull slowly until you feel some resistance. Then pull rapidly to start engine. (See
Fig. 16)

11. When engine starts, slowly move choke lever to “Open” position as engine warms.
If engine falters, move choke lever to “Closed” position, then to “Open” position.

12. If engine fires, but does not continue to run, always point gun in safe direction,
press red safety button and squeeze spray gun trigger to release high-pressure.
Move choke lever to “Open” position, and repeat steps 10 through 11.

13. If engine does not start after six pulls, move choke lever to “Open” position, and
repeat steps 10 through 11.

NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the “Fast” position when operating the

pressure washer.

14. Point gun toward surface to be cleaned. Press red safety button and pull trigger to
begin spraying.

WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) will pull hand and arm toward
engine faster than you can let go which could cause broken bones, fractures,
bruises, or sprains resulting in serious injury. NEVER pull starter cord without first
relieving spray gun pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull
rapidly. Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high pressure spray to
avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.

Part No 210507 Form No F112315A