Troybilt 01902 Owner’s Manual

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Owner's Manual / Manual del Propietario

Pressure Washer / Lavadora de Presi6n

Model / Modelo 01902

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

IMPORTANTE: LEYO LA SEGURIDAD LAS ORDENESY LAS INSTRUCCIONES DETENIDAMENTE

Questions? Preguntas?

Helpline - 1-888-611-6708 M-F 8-5 CT

Troy-BiltO is a registered trademark of MTD and is used under license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products.

Troy-Bilt_ es una marca registrada registrada de MTD y se usa abajo licencia a Briggs & Stratton Power Products.

BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC

IUIJUlJU[IILU!!IJEFFERSON,WISCONSIN,U.S.A.

0 5 Printed in USA Manual No. 193904GS Revision 0 (0911812003)

Safety Rules

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules .................................... 2-4

KnowYour Pressure Washer ........................ 5

Assembly ...................................... 6-8

Operation .................................... 9-11

Maintenance ................................. 12-14

Storage ........................................ I 5

Troubleshooting ................................. 16

Notes ......................................... 17

Replacement Parts ............................ 18-19

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. Howe_er, we reserve the

right to change, alter or otherwise impro_fe the product and

this document at any time without prior notice.

In the State of California a spark arrester is required b7 law (se_ti0n 4442 of the ca]if°mi" Pub!i€ Res0ur_e' c0de) • I

Othe r s_tes may have similarlaws. Federa! laws apply On I federal lands, if you equip _hemuffler" with a spark arres_r,

it must be maintained in effective working order.

SAFETY RULES

Thls 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

safe_ message to alert you to hazards. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, _II 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,

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Hazard Symbols and Meanings

Toxic Fumes Ele_rical Shock

SlipperySurface

Fire ExpIosion Hot Surface

Moving Farts Flying Obiects Kickback

Falt Fluid Injection

Section 1: Safety Rules

shock may result,

DANGER

WARNING

WHEN ADDING FUEL

• Turn pressure washer OFF and tet i_ 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, pilo_ lights, heat, and

other ignitionsources,

• DO NOT lishta cigaretteor smoke,

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angie 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

valveOFE

WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK

• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers or other appliances that have oilot light or other _gnition source because th_ can ignite fuel vapors.

• Keep _pra7 nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from Cleaning

sur_ea,

, Operate this Unit on a stable surface,

• The cleaning area should ha_ .dequa= _iopesand drain,ge_O

• reduce the Peasibili_ of a fa!l due to s!ippery surface s, Be extremely careful if you must Use the pressure washer from

a ladder, scaffolding or any o_her relatively unstable location,

, Firm!y grasp Spray gun with bc_h hands whe n using

pressure spray to avoid injury if gun kicks back,

WARNING

whi{e system is pressurized.

Section 1: Safety Rules

• #Jlow equipment to cool before touching,

WARNING

CAUTION

• DO NOT operate pressurewasher above ratedpresSgre,

CAUTION

• D0 NOT _eCure _p_gU_ !n0pen position, , DO NO T leare _RraYgun Unattended whi_e machine is

Punning,

• NEVER use a _praygun which does not have a triter lockor tH_er guard inplaceand inworking orden

• A!wa_s be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are

correctJyattached_

Tie up long hair and remove jewelry,

Yicinity of where equipment i_ in use_

WARNING

where itcannot contactspark plug.

CAUTION

NEVER aim Sp_ _un at plants,

CAUTION

• If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or

contactBr_Rgs& Stratt_nPower 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 high pressure hose.Use handle provided on unit.

• Check fuelsystem for leaksor signsofdeterioration.SUCh

chafed or spongy hose. loose or missing damps, or damage_

tankor cap.Correc_ alldefectsbeforeoperatingpressure washer:

• This eeuioment is designe_ _o be used with Bri_s & Straiten Power Products authorized parts ONLY. If equipment is used With parts that DO NOT comply with minimum spedfications

user assumes alI risks and liabilities.

Features and Controls

KNOWYOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Read this owner'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.

Spray Gun

Recoil Starter

Throtsie Control Lever

Choke Lever

Pump equipped with Automatic Coo_ Down System

Adjustable Nozzle Always attached to nozzle High Pressure Outlet -- Connection for high pressure extension,Adjustable nozzle allows you to adjust spray hose.

pressure and spray pattern. DataTag (not shown, near teat of base plate) - Air Filter Dry _/pe filter element limits the amount of Provides model and serial number of pressure washer,

dirt and dust that gets in the engine. Please havethese readily available if calling for assistance, Automatic Cool Down System -- Cycles water

through pump when water reaches 125%155_EWarm water will discharge from pump onto ground.This system

_revents internal pump damage. Chemical Iniection Siphon/Filter Use to siphon

detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low pressure stream,

Choke Lever Prepares a cold engine for starting.

High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water

pump and the other end to spray gun.

Oil Fill/Dipstick -- Check and fill with oil here.

Pump -- Develops high pressure. Recoil Starter Used for starting the en_ne manually, Spray Gun Controls the application of water Onto

cleaningsurface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.

Throttle Control Lever Sets engine in starting mode

for recoil stariEer and stops a running engine. Water Inlet -- Connection for garden hose,

Chemical Injection

&Water Inlet

Assembly

ASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT: Read entire owner'smanualbefore you

attempt to assembleor operateyour new pressure washer.

Remove Pressure Washer from

Carton

• Remove the parts ba_ accessories, and insert included

with pressure washer,

• Slice two corners at the end of" carton from top to bottom so the panel can be folded down fiat, then

remove alt packing material

• Roll pressure washer out of carton.

Carton Contents

Items in the carton include:

Main Unit

Goggles

Handle High Pressure Hose

SprayGun

Nozzle Extension

Oil Bottle

Parts Bag (which includes the following):

Owner's Manual

Engine Manual

Owner's RegistrarJon Card

Maintenance Kit Handle Fastening Hardware Kit (which includes):

Carriage Bolts (2)

Plastic Knobs (2)

"L" Hooks (2)

Lock Nun (2)

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

I. Fill out and send in registration card.

2. Attach handle to main unit.

3. Add oilto engine crankcase.

4. Add fuel to fuel tank.

5. Connect high pressure hose to spray gun and pump.

6. Connect water supply to pump.

Attach Handle

I. Place handle assembly onto handle supports connected

to main unit. Make sure holes in handle align with holes on handle supports (Figure I).

Alig

Handle

Supports

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

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

PREPARING PRESSURE

WASHER FOR USE

If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure washer or if paris are missing or damaged, call the pressure washer helpline at 1-888-611-6708. If calling for assistance, pte_se have the mode{, revision, and serial

number from the model data decal available.

Insert one "U' hook through hote iust under billboard on left side of handle (viewing from rear of unit). Hold hook in ptace with a pliers and attach Iocknut with a 7/16" wrench (Figure 3).

Section 3: Assembly

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4. Insert other"L" hook through hole just above billboard

on right side of handte (viewing from rear of unit),

Hold hook in place with a pliers and attach Iocknut

with a 7/16" wrench (Figure 3).

Add Engine Oil and Fuel

• Place pressure WaSher on a level surface.

• Refer to engine owner's manuat and follow oil and fuel

recommendations and instructions.

CAUTION

• Refer to engine manua_ foroH and rue{ fill information,

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

NOTE: Check oil often during engine break-in. Refer to

engine owner's manua{ for recommendations.

Connect Hose and Water Supply to

Pump

IMPORTANT: To avoidpump damage, yOU must assemble

the nozzle extension to the spray gun and a_tach a!l hoses

before y0u start the enginel

Attach 0no end of high pressure hose tO high pressure 0udet 0n pump (Figure 4).Tightenby

2, Attach otherend of hose to base of spraygun

(Figure 5),Tigh_n by hand.

-Connect High

Pressure Hose

Here

Section 3: Assembly

Before connecting gardenhoseto w_ter inlet,inspect inletscreen(Figure6),Clean screen ifit contains debris, replaceit ifit isdamaged,DO NOT RUN PRESSURE

WASHER IFSCREENIS DAMAGED,

6, Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to

purge the pump system of air and impurities,

WARNING

adequate eye protection,

4, Run water throughgarden hose for30 secondsto

cleanout any debris,Turnoffwater,

IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphonstandingwater forthe

water supply,Use ONLY coldwater (lessthan 100¢'F).

5, Connect gardenhose (notto exceed 50 feetinlength)

to water inlet.Tightenby hand (Figure6).

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit's assembly to confirm you have performed allof the following:

I. Make sure handle is in place and secure.

2. Check that oit has been added to the proper level in the engine crankc_e.

3. Add proper fuel 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 "SafeLy Rules" and "How To Use Your

PressureWasher" before using the pressure washer.

HOW TO USE PRESSURE

WASHER

If you haveany problems operating your pressure washer,

pleasecaltthe pressure washer helptine at

1-888-61 1-6708,

To Start Pressure Washer

6. Attach nozzle extension to spray gun (Figure 7). Tighten by hand.

To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow these instrecdons st_p-by-step.This starting information also applies if

you have let the pressure washer sit idte for at ieast a day.

Place pressure washer near an outside water source capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than 3,0 galions per minute and no less than 20 PSIat pressure washer end of garden hose.

Check that high pressure hoseis tightly connected to

Position nozzle in low pressure mode (slide nozzle forward) and squeeze trigger on spr_ gun to relieve pressure caused by turning ON water.Water wilt flow out of gun in a thin stream. Continue to hold trigger until there is a steady stream of water and no air remains in system. Release trigger,

8. Engage safety latch to spray gun trigger (Figure 8).

spray gun and pump,See"Preparing PressureWasher

For Use" for illustrations.

Make sure unit is in a level position,

Connect garden hose to water inlet on pressure washer pump, Turn ON water,

CAUTION

9, Start engine according to instructions given in engine

owner's manual,

NOTE: If the recoil starter is hard to pull, it may be

instruction will voidwarranty, nezessar/to squeeze thegun triggerto relieveinternal

Squeeze trigger on gun until you have a steady stream of water.This pur_es the pump of air and impurities. _ _,11Ti#'%kl

pump pressure.

,Latch

pulled and _nginefailsto start

Section 4: Operation

How to Stop Pressure Washer

• Turn engine off according to instructions _ven in engine

owner's manual.

• Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve pressure

in hose,

NOTE: A small amount of water wilt squirt out when you release the pressure,

How to Use Adjustable Nozzle

You should now know how to START and STOP your

pressure washer.The information in this section wilt tell

you how to adjust the spray pattern and to apply detergent

or other cleaning chemicals.

CAUTION

Point nozzle down towards a firm surface and press trigger to test spray pattern (Figure I0).

Twisting nozzle adjusts spray pattern from a narrow pattern to a fan pattern (Figure I I).

I, Slide nozzle forward when you wish to adjust spray to

low pressure mode (Figure 9). Slide nozzle backward to achieve high pressure.

Slide nozzle backward Slide nozzle forward for

for high pressure mode: low p_ssure mode _nd

detergent application.

Twist nozzle Twist nozzle clockwise

counterclockwise for fan for narrow spray

spray pattern, pa_ern.

}:or most effective cleaning, Keep spray nozzle frorr 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface.

If you get spray nozzle too close, especially using high pressure mode, you may damage surface being cleaned.

DO NOT get: closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires.

Section 4: Operation

Applying Detergent with the

Adjustable Nozzle

IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for

pressure washers. Household detergents could damage

the pump,

instructlonwillvoid wa_nty,

To apply detergent, follow these steps:

I, Review use of adjustable nozzles,

2. Prepare detergent solution as required by job.

3. Place filter end of chemical injection hose into detergent container.

CAUTION

the hot muffler,

4. Slide adjustable nozzle forward to low pressure mode.

Detergent cannot be applied with nozzle in high

pressureposition.

5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet, Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray gun and pump. Start engine,

6. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower portion of area to be washed and work upward, using Ion& even, overlapping strokes.

7. Allow detergent to "soak in" for 3-5 minutes before

washing and rinsing. Reapply as needed to prevent surface from drying. DO NOT allow 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 I-2 minutes.

Pressure Washer Rinsing

For Rinsing:

I. Slide nozzle backward to high pressure, press trigger

and wait for detergentto clear.

NOTE: You can also stop detergent from flowing by simply removing chemical injection hose from bottle.

2. Keep spray gun a safe distance from 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 okra/ to continue cleaning.

WARNING

, Keep spray nozzl e between 8 to 24 inches awm/from cleaning

surface.

• operate thisUnitOn _ Stablesurface. , Be ex'cremelycarefulif you must use the pressurewasher from

a I_dder_scaffoldingor a_ other relativelyuns_ble location.

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

4, Startat top of 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 temperatures above 125=F.The system engages to cool the pump by discharging the warm water onto the ground.

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