Briggs & Stratton 20289 User Manual

Operator’s Manual

Manual del Operario

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BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC

JEFFERSON,WISCONSIN, U.S.A.

Manual No. 200554GS

Revision - (05/05/2006)

Model / Modelo

020289

Before using this product, read this manual and follow all

Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

WARNING

Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este manual y siga todas las

Reglas de Seguridad e Instrucciones de Uso.

ADVERTENCIA

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 - Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Section 2 - Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Section 3 - Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

Section 4 - Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14

Section 5 - Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Section 5 - Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16

Section 6 - Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Section 7 - Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

EQUIPMENT

DESCRIPTION

Read this manual carefully and become familiar
with your pressure washer. Know its
applications, its limitations and any hazards
involved.

This manual contains information for a pressure washer
that operates at 2,200 PSI at a flow rate up to 2.2 gallons
per minute.This high quality residential system features
8” wheels, axial cam pump with stainless steel pistons,
automatic cool down system, detergent siphoning system,
variety of quick connect spray tips. Includes safety goggles,
heavy duty 25’ hose, and more.

Every effort has been 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

This 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 ( ) is used with a signal word
(DANGER, CAUTION,WARNING), a pictorial and/or a
safety message to 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 could
result in equipment damage. Follow safety messages to
avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death.

Hazard Symbols and Meanings

The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

Safety Rules

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Section

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Copyright © 2006 Briggs & Stratton Power Products
Group, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this material
may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any
means without the express written permission of Briggs &
Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.

Fire

Explosion

Toxic Fumes

Hot Surface

Moving Parts

Electrical Shock

Slippery Surface

Fall

Kickback

Flying Objects

Fluid Injection

Operator’s Manual

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Section 1: Safety Rules

• Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric
shock may result.

Spray contact with electrical wiring can result in
electrocution.

WARNING

• Operate pressure washer ONLY outdoors.

• Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.

• DO NOT operate pressure washer inside any building or
enclosure, even if doors or windows are open.

• Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance that
vapors may be inhaled.

• Read all instructions with mask so you are certain the mask will
provide the necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors.

Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,
fainting or death.

Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea,
fainting or poisoning.

WARNING

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

• Operate this unit on a stable surface.

• The cleaning area should have adequate 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 to avoid injury when gun kicks back.

Use of pressure washer can create puddles and
slippery surfaces.

High pressure spray could cause you to fall if
you are too close to the cleaning surface.

WARNING

WHEN ADDING FUEL

• Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing gas cap.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors.

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

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.

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

• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel
to spill.

• DO NOT spray flammable liquids.

WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT

• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff
valve OFF.

WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT 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.

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.

WARNING

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Section 1: Safety Rules

• DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may
be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

Starter and other rotating parts can entangle
hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

WARNING

• ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun
trigger, to release pressure and avoid kickback each time,
before starting engine. Engage trigger lock when not in use.

• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt
and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

• After each starting attempt, where engine fails to run, always
point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to
release high pressure.

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when gun kicks back.

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will
pull hand and arm toward engine faster than
you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could
result.

WARNING

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

• DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate pressure washer.

• NEVER repair high pressure hose. Replace it.

• NEVER repair leaking connections with sealant of any kind.
Replace o-ring or seal.

• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun
while system is pressurized.

• ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun
trigger, to release high pressure, every time you stop engine.
Engage trigger lock when not in use.

The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.

WARNING

WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR
PRESSURE WASHER

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire
where it cannot contact spark plug.

WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK

• Use approved spark plug tester.

• DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.

WARNING

• DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool before touching.

• Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.

• Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, and
Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service
standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the State of California a
spark arrester is required under section 4442 of the California
Public resources code. Other states may have similar laws.

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.

WARNING

• 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

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Section 1: Safety Rules

• DO NOT point spray gun at glass when in jet spray mode.

• NEVER aim spray gun at plants.

High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass.

CAUTION

• DO NOT tamper with governed speed.

• DO NOT operate pressure washer above rated pressure.

Excessively high or low operating speeds increase risk
of injury and damage to pressure washer.

CAUTION

• DO NOT secure spray gun in open position.

• DO NOT leave spray gun unattended while machine is
running.

• NEVER use a spray gun which does not have a trigger lock or
trigger guard in place and in working order.

• Always be certain spray gun,nozzles and accessories are
correctly attached.

A pressure washer produces a high pressure spray
which increases risk of injury and damage to unit.

CAUTION

• If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or
contact Briggs & Stratton Power Products.

• NEVER operate units with broken or missing parts, or
without protective housing or covers.

• DO NOT by–pass any safety device on this machine.

• Before starting pressure washer in cold weather, check all
parts of the equipment to be sure ice has not formed there.

• NEVER move machine by pulling on hoses. Use handle
provided on unit.

• Check fuel system for leaks or signs of deterioration, such as
chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps,or damaged
tank or cap. Correct all defects before operating pressure
washer.

• This equipment is designed to be used with Briggs & Stratton
Power Products authorized parts ONLY. If equipment is used
with parts that DO NOT comply with minimum specifications,
user assumes all risks and liabilities.

Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it
and shorten its life.

CAUTION

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KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Read this Operator’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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Accessory Tray — Provides convenient storage for
standard and optional accessories, such as brushes, turbo
wands, etc.

Air Filter — Protects engine by filtering dust and debris
out of intake air.

Automatic Cool Down System — Cycles water
through pump when water reaches 125°-155°F.Warm
water will discharge from pump onto ground.This system
prevents internal pump damage.

Detergent Siphoning Tube/Filter — Use to siphon
pressure washer safe detergents into the low pressure
stream.

Data Tag (not shown, near rear of base plate) –
Provides model 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.

High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water
pump and the other end to spray gun.

High Pressure Outlet — Connection for high pressure
hose.

Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect — Allows you
to switch between four different spray tips.

Oil Fill/Dipstick — Check and fill with oil here.
Primer Bulb — Prepares a cold engine for starting.
Pump — Develops high pressure.
Recoil Starter — Used for starting the engine manually.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto

cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes trigger lock.
Quick Connect Spray Tips — Detergent, 0°, 15°, and

40°: for various high pressure cleaning applications.
Throttle Lever — Sets engine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine.
Water Inlet — Connection for garden hose.

Air Filter

Primer Bulb

Fuel Tank

Pump equipped with

Automatic Cool Down System

Recoil Starter

High Pressure Outlet

& Water Inlet

Detergent Siphoning
Tube/Filter

Spray Gun

High Pressure Hose

Nozzle Extension
with Quick Connect

Oil Fill/Dipstick

Throttle Lever

Quick Connect
Spray Tips

Features and Controls

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Section

Accessory Tray

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ASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT: Read entire operator's manual before you

attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.

Unpack the Pressure Washer

1. Remove everything from carton except pressure
washer.

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

3. Remove pressure washer from carton.

Carton Contents

Items in the carton include:

• Main Unit

• Handle

• High Pressure Hose

• Spray Gun

• Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect Fitting

• Plastic Accessory Tray

• Oil Bottle

• Parts Bag (which includes the following):

• Operator’s Manual

• Engine Operator’s Manual

• Owner’s Registration Card

• Safety Goggles

• Bag containing 4 multi–colored quick connect

spray tips

• Handle/Tray Fastening Hardware Kit (which

includes):

• Carriage Bolts (2)

• “L” Bolt

• Plastic Knobs (3)

• Tree Clips (4)

PREPARING PRESSURE

WASHER FOR USE

If you have any problems with the assembly of your
pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged, call the
pressure washer helpline at 1-800-743-4115. If calling for
assistance, please have the model, revision, and serial
number from the data tag available.

To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you
will need to perform these tasks:

1. Fill out and send in registration card.

2. Attach handle to main unit, then attach accessory tray
to handle.

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 spray gun.

8. Select/attach quick connect spray tip to nozzle
extension.

Attach Handle and Accessory Tray

1. Place handle onto handle supports connected to main
unit. Make sure holes in handle align with holes on
handle supports (Figure 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.

Align Holes

Handle

Handle

Supports

Figure 1 — Attach Handle to Base

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Section

Assembly

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

3. Place accessory tray over holes on handle (viewing
from front of unit). Push the tree clips into the holes
until they sit flat against the accessory tray (Figure 3).

4. Insert “L” hook through hole just above billboard on
left side of handle (viewing from front of unit).Hold
hook in place and attach a plastic knob from inside of
unit (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.

5. Insert multi–colored quick connect spray tips and
other supplied accessories in spaces provided in
accessory tray. See “How to Use Accessory Tray”.

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.

Figure 3 — Attach Accessory Tray to Handle

Figure 2 — Secure Handle

CAUTION

• Refer to engine operator’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

Spray Gun Hook

Figure 4 — Attach “L” Hook to Handle

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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: Remove and discard the shipping caps from the
pumps 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 (Figure 5).Tighten by hand.

2. Attach other end of high pressure hose to high
pressure outlet on pump (Figure 6).Tighten by hand.

3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 7). Clean screen if it contains
debris or have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT RUN
PRESSURE WASHER IF INLET SCREEN IS DAMAGED
OR MISSING.

4. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds
to clean out any debris.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the
water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).

5. Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in
length) to the water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 7).

6. Turn ON the water and squeeze the trigger on the
gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities.

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed
all of the following.

1. Make sure handle is in place and secure.

2. Check that oil has been added to proper level in the
engine crankcase.

3. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

4. Check for properly tightened hose connections.

5. Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to high pressure hose.

6. Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.

7. Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your
Pressure Washer” before using pressure washer.

Connect high pressure

hose here

Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun

Figure 6 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump

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.

Inspect inlet

screen, DO NOT

use if damaged;

clean if dirty.

Figure 7 — Connect the Garden Hose to Water Inlet

Section 3: Assembly

• 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

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HOW TO USE YOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

If you have any problems operating your pressure washer,
please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-743-4115.

Pressure Washer Location

Pressure Washer Clearance

Place pressure washer in a well ventilated area, which will
allow for removal of deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT place
pressure washer where exhaust gas could accumulate and
enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied
building. Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings that
can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined area
(Figure 8). Prevailing winds and air currents should be taken
into consideration when positioning pressure washer.

How to Start Your Pressure Washer

To start 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.

1. Place pressure washer near an outside water source
capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than

3.2 gallons per minute and no less than 20 PSI at
pressure washer end of garden hose.

2. Check that high pressure hose is tightly connected to
spray gun and pump. See “Preparing Pressure Washer
for Use” for illustrations.

3. Make sure unit is in a level position.

4. Connect garden hose to water inlet on pressure
washer pump.

5. Turn ON water,point gun in a safe direction and squeeze
trigger to purge pump system of air and impurities.

6. Attach nozzle extension to spray gun (Figure 9).
Tighten by hand.

7. Choose spray tip you want to use and insert it into
nozzle extension (Figure 10). See “How to Use Spray
Tips”.

8. Engage trigger lock on spray gun trigger (Figure 11).

CAUTION

• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.

DO NOT run the pump without the water supply
connected and turned on.

Figure 9 — Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun

Trigger Lock

Figure 11 — Spray Gun with Trigger Lock Engaged

Figure 8 — Pressure Washer Clearance

Exhaust Port

Typical Pressure
Washer Shown

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Section

Operation

Figure 10 - Attaching Spray Tip to Nozzle Extension

• Operate pressure washer ONLY outdoors.

• Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.

• DO NOT operate pressure washer inside any building or
enclosure, even if doors or windows are open.

Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,
fainting or death.

WARNING

• Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.

Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.

WARNING

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Section 4: Operation

9. When starting engine, position yourself as recommended
in Figure 12 and start engine according to instructions
given in engine operator’s manual.Also see operating
instructions tag located on the pressure washer.

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

How to Stop Your Pressure Washer

1. Let engine idle for two minutes.

2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in
engine operator’s manual.

3. ALWAYS point gun in a safe direction and squeeze
spray gun trigger to release retained high water
pressure.

IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.

4. Engage trigger lock on spray gun when not in use.

• DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool before touching.

• Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.

• Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, and
Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service
standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the State of California a
spark arrester is required under section 4442 of the California
Public resources code. Other states may have similar laws.

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.

WARNING

Figure 12 - Recommended Starting Position

• ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun
trigger, to release pressure and avoid kickback each time,
before starting engine.

• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt
and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

• After each starting attempt, where engine fails to run, always
point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to
release high pressure.

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when gun kicks back.

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will
pull hand and arm toward engine faster than
you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could
result.

WARNING

• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun
while system is pressurized.

• ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun
trigger, to release high pressure, every time you stop engine.
Engage trigger lock when not in use.

The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.

WARNING