Briggs & Stratton BRUTE 2500 PSI User Manual
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Model No. 1910-0 (2500 PSI Pressure Washer) Manual No. 192427GS Revision 0 (12/20/2002)
2500PSI
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC
JEFFERSON,WISCONSIN, U.S.A.
SpeedClean™ is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Power Products.
SpeedClean™ es una marca registrada de Briggs & Stratton Power Products.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Know Your Pressure Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Page
EQUIPMENT
DESCRIPTION
Read this manual carefully and become
familiar with your pressure washer. Know its
applications, its limitations and any hazards
involved.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this
manual is accurate and current. However, we reserves 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.
In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands. If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester,
it must be maintained in effective working order.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
• 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.
• 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.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea,
fainting or poisoning.
Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea,
fainting or death.
DANGER
• 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 if 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
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• DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
150°F (65°C).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
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.
• 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
• 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.
The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
WARNING
• DO NOT tamper with governed speed.
• DO NOT operate the pressure washer above the rated
pressure.
Excessively high or low operating speeds increase risk
of injury and damage to pressure washer.
CAUTION
• 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
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR
PRESSURE WASHER
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WARNING
• Always wear eye protection when you use this equipment or
when you are in the vicinity where the equipment is in use.
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
WARNING
• DO NOT point spray gun at glass when in the jet spray mode.
• NEVER aim the spray gun at plants.
High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass.
CAUTION
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KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your high 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.
High Pressure Hose
Adjustable Nozzle
Throttle Control Lever
High Pressure Outlet
Pump equipped with Automatic
Cool Down System
Spray Gun
Oil Fill/Dipstick
Recoil Starter
Choke Lever
Air Filter
Chemical Injection
Siphon/Filter
Adjustable Nozzle — Always attached to nozzle
extension.Adjustable nozzle allows you to adjust spray
pressure and spray pattern.
Air Filter — Dry type filter element limits the amount of
dirt and dust that gets in the engine.
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.
Chemical Injection Siphon/Filter — Use to siphon
detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low
pressure stream.
Choke Lever — Prepares a cold engine for starting.
Data Tag — Provides model, revision and serial number of
pressure washer.Please have these readily available if calling
for assistance.
Fuel Cap — Fill tank with regular unleaded fuel here.
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.
Oil Fill/Dipstick — Check and fill with oil here.
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 safety latch.
Throttle Control Lever — Sets engine in starting mode
for recoil starter and stops a running engine.
Water Inlet — Connection for garden hose.
Data Tag
Fuel Cap
Water Inlet
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IMPORTANT: Read entire owner’s manual before you
attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.
REMOVE PRESSURE
WASHER FROM
CARTON
1. Remove the parts bag, accessories, and inserts included
with pressure washer.
2. Slice two corners at the end of carton from top to
bottom so the panel can be folded down flat.
3. Remove pressure washer from carton.
Carton Contents
Items in the carton include:
• Main Unit
• Handle
• High Pressure Hose
• Spray Gun
• Nozzle Extension
• Safety Goggles
• Oil Bottle
• Parts Bag (which includes the following):
• Owner’s Manual
• Engine Manual
• Owner’s Registration Card
• Handle Attachment Hardware
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.
3. Add oil to the engine crankcase.
4. Add fuel to the fuel tank.
5. Connect the high pressure hose to the spray gun and
the pump.
6. Connect the water supply to the pump.
7. Attach nozzle extension to spray gun.
Attach Handle
1. 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 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 the carriage bolts through the holes from the
outside of the unit and attach a plastic knob from the
inside of the unit (Figure 2).Tighten by hand.
3. Insert one of the “L” hooks through the hole just
under the billboard on the left side of the handle
(viewing from rear of unit). Hold the hook in place
with a pliers and attach the locknut with a
7/16” wrench (Figure 3).
4. Insert the other “L” hook through the hole just above
the billboard on the right side of the handle (viewing
from rear of unit). Hold the hook in place with a pliers
and attach the locknut with a 7/16” wrench (Figure 3).
Align Holes
Handle
Handle
Supports
Figure 1 — Attach Handle to Base
Figure 2 — Secure Handle
Hose Hook
Spray Gun
Hook
Figure 3 — Attach “L” Hooks to Handle
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Add Engine Oil
IMPORTANT: Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil may result in an engine failure.
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Refer to engine owners manual to add recommended oil
to engine.
NOTE:Check Oil Often During Engine Break–in.
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
light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.
WARNING! DO NOT overfill the fuel tank.
Always allow room for fuel expansion.
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Refer to 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.
1. Uncoil the high pressure hose and attach one end of
the hose to the base of the spray gun (Figure 5).
Tighten by hand.
2. Attach the other end of the high pressure hose to the
high pressure outlet on the pump (Figure 6).Tighten by
hand.
3. Before you connect your garden hose to the water
inlet, inspect the inlet screen (Figure 7). Clean the
screen if it contains debris or have it replaced if
damaged. Refer to the section “O-Ring Maintenance”
on page 13 if the inlet screen is damaged. DO NOT
RUN THE PRESSURE WASHER IF THE INLET
SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
Connect high
pressure hose
here
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
Figure 6 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
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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).
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 warning will not be covered by the warranty.
6. Turn ON the water and squeeze the trigger on the
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 ensure you have performed
all of the following.
1. Make sure the handle is in place and secure.
2. Check that oil has been added to the proper level in
the engine crankcase.
3. Add the proper gasoline to fuel tank.
4. Check for properly tightened 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 “How To Use Your
Pressure Washer” before using the pressure washer.
Inspect inlet
screen, DO NOT
use if damaged;
clean if dirty.
Figure 7 — Connect the Garden Hose to Water Inlet
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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.
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 the pressure washer near an outside water
source capable of supplying water at a flow rate
greater than 3.4 gallons per minute and no less than
20 PSI at the pressure washer end of the garden hose.
2. Check that the high pressure hose is tightly connected
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. Attach the adjustable nozzle extension to the spray
gun (Figure 8).Tighten by hand.
6. Position the nozzle in the low pressure mode (see
“How to Use the Adjustable Nozzle”) and squeeze the
trigger on the spray gun to relieve the air pressure
caused by turning ON the water.Water will flow out
of the spray gun in a thin stream. Continue to hold
trigger until there is a steady stream of water and no
air remains in the system.This will make it easier to
pull start the engine. Release the trigger.
7. Engage the safety latch to the spray gun trigger (Figure 9).
8. Start the engine according to instructions given in the
engine owner’s manual.
NOTE: If the recoil starter is hard to pull, squeeze the
spray gun trigger to relieve internal pump pressure.
How to Stop Your Pressure Washer
1. Let the engine idle for two minutes.
2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in the
engine owner’s manual.
3. Squeeze trigger on the spray gun to relieve
pressure in the hose.
NOTE:A small amount of water will squirt out when you
release the pressure.
Figure 8 — Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun
Safety Latch
Figure 9 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged
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How to Use the Adjustable Nozzle
You should now know how to START and STOP your
pressure washer.The information in this section will tell
you how to adjust the spray pattern and to apply detergent
or other cleaning chemicals.
WARNING! NEVER adjust spray pattern when
spraying.NEVER put hands in front of nozzle to
adjust spray pattern.
1. Slide the nozzle forward when you wish to adjust the
spray to low pressure mode (Figure 10). Slide the
nozzle backward to achieve high pressure.
2. Point the nozzle down towards a firm surface and
press the trigger to test the pattern (Figure 11).
3. Twisting the nozzle adjusts the spray pattern from a
narrow pattern to a fan pattern (Figure 12).
4. For most effective cleaning, keep spray nozzle from
8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface.
5. If you get the spray nozzle too close, especially using
high pressure mode, you may damage the surface being
cleaned.
6. DO NOT get closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires.
Applying Detergent with the
Adjustable Nozzle
IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for
pressure washers. Household detergents could damage
the pump.
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.
To apply detergent, follow these steps:
1. Review the use of adjustable nozzles.
2. Prepare the detergent solution as required by the job.
3. Place the filter end of the chemical injection hose into
the detergent container.
CAUTION! Keep the chemical injection hose from
coming in contact with the hot muffler.
Slide nozzle backward
for High Pressure
Mode
Slide nozzle forward for low
pressure mode and
detergent application
Figure 10 — Adjusting Nozzle for Pressure
Figure 11 — Testing the Spray Pattern
Figure 12 — Adjusting the Nozzle for Spray Pattern
Rotate nozzle
counterclockwise for fan
spray pattern
Rotate nozzle clockwise
for narrow spray pattern
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4. Slide the adjustable nozzle forward to low pressure
mode. Detergent cannot be applied with the nozzle in
high pressure position.
5. Make 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. Start the engine.
6. Apply the detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower
portion of area to be washed and work upward, using
long, even, overlapping strokes.
7. Allow the detergent to "soak in" for 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 low pressure
for 1-2 minutes.
Pressure Washer Rinsing
WARNING! 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 could cause
you to fall.The high pressure spray could also cause
you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface.
For Rinsing:
1. Slide the nozzle backward to high pressure, press the
trigger and wait for the detergent to clear.
CAUTION! Firmly grasp spray gun with both
hands when using high pressure spray to avoid
injury if gun kicks back.
NOTE:You can also stop detergent from flowing by simply
removing chemical injection hose from bottle.
2. Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you
plan to spray.
3. Apply a high pressure spray to a small area, then check
the surface for damage. If no damage is found, it is okay
to continue cleaning.
4. Start at the top of the area to be rinsed, working
down with same overlapping strokes as you used for
washing and applying detergent.
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 125°–155°F.When the water reaches this
temperature, the automatic cool down system engages and
cools the pump by discharging the warm water onto
the ground. This system prevents internal damage to the
pump.
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