Troybilt 020241 Owner’s Manual

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Pressure Washer / Lavadora de Presi6n

Modem / Modemo 02024m

WARNING

Before using this product_ read this manuaH and follow aHH

Safety RuHes and Operating Instructions.

Questions_ Preguntas_ Hell)line - 1-888-611-6708 [i=F 8=5 CT

Troy-Bilt® is a registered trademark of FiTD and is used under license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products.

Troy-Bilt® es una marca registrada de MTD y se usa abaio licencia a Briggs & Stratton Power Products.

BP,JGGS & STP,ATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC

JEFFERSON,WiSCONSiN, U.S.A.

Printed in USA

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RegHas de Seguridad e Instrucdones de Uso.

ManuaHNo. H960H9GS Revision 2 (H H/02/2005)

Safety Rules

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section [ oSafety Rules .......................... 2-5

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

Section 3 oAssembly ............................ 7-9

Section 4 o Operation ......................... I0o 13

Section 5 o Maintenance ........................ 14o16

Section 6 o Storage .............................. 17

Section 7 oTroubleshooting ........................ 18

'Warranty ...................................... [9

EQUmPNENT

Read this manual carefully and become familiar

........... with your pressure washer. Know its

a@pmications, its [imitations a_d any hazards

involved.

This manual contains information for a high pressure
washer that operates at 2,600 PSIat a How rate of

Z5 gallons per minute.This powerful high quality system

features large 10" wheels, a pump equipped with an
automatic cool down system, chemical injection system,
nozzle extension with quick connect nozzles, 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 iniury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible iniury or death.

The safety alert symbol (_) is used with a signal word
(DANGER, CAUTION,VVARNING), a pictorial and/or a

safety message to alert you to hazards. DANG_:R 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, mig_htresult 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

Toxic Fumes

Electrical Shock

Copyright © 2005 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.

Slippery Surface

Fire

Moving Parts Flying Objects

Fall

Explosion

FluidInjection

Hot Surface

Kickback

Section 1: Safety Rules

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 harmfiJJ vapors.

WARNING

WARNING

WHEN ADDING FUEL

Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes

before removing gas cap.
Fi[[fiJe[ tank outdoors,

DO NOT overfill tank, AIIow space for fue! expansion.
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and

other" ignition sources.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

VHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff
valve OFE

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 fue! vapors.

Keep spray nozzle between 8 to 24 inches awayfrom cleaning

surface,

Operate this unit on a stable surface.
The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and drainage to

reduce the possibility of a fail 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 graspspray gun with both handswhen using high

pressure spray to avoid [niury ifgun kicks back.

WARNING

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

Section 1: Safety Rules

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 lot!< when not in use.

When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt

and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
After each starring attempt, where engine fails to run, always

point gun in safe direction and squeeze spr D, gun trigger to
release high pressure.

WANNING

DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
Keep at least 5 R. (I 52 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 orders complying to USDA Forest service

standard 5100-IC 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.

WARNING

DO NOT wear loose clothing, iewe[ry or anything that may
be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

Tie up long hair and remove ieweJD_

WANNING

NEVER aim spray gun at people, animals or plants,
DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate pressure washe_:
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 loci< when not in use.

WANNING

Aiways w,ear eye protection when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

WANNING

WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAiRSTOYOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

• Disconnect sparkplug wire from spark plug and placewire

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.

Section 1: Safety Rules

CAUTION

, DO NOT tamper with governed speed

DO NOT operate pressure washer above rated pressure.

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_

AN_,ays be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are

correctly attached.

, DO NOT point spray gun at glass when using MAX (pin

point) nozzle.

, NEVER aim spray gun at plants.

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[f 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 high pressure hose. 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

washe_'L

This equipment is designed to be used with Briggs & Stratmn

Power Products authorized parts ONLY. If equipment is used

with parts that DO NOT comply with minimum specifications,

user assumes all risks and liabilities_

Features and Controls

KNOWYOUR PRESSURE WASHER

iI- lil.eadth,sOperator's"a°ua,a°dsafetyru,osbeforooporat,°gyourpressurewasher.

Compare the ilhstraqons with your pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the Iocaqons of various controls

and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

AccessoryTray Pump eqopped with

Automatic Cool Down System

SprayGun

Air Filter

Throttle Lever

Choke Rod

Recoil Starter

front of engine)

FuelTank

Connect

High Pressure Hose

DataTag

'Water Inlet

Chemical Injection

AccessoryTray -- 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 t25 +ot55+EWarm water will
discharge from pump onto ground.This system prevents

internal pump damage.
Chemical Injection SiphonlFilter -- Use to siphon

detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low

pressure stream,

Choke Rod -- Prepares a cold engine for starting.

DataTag -- Provides model, revision and serial number of

pressure washer. Please have these readily available if calling
for assistance.

Fuel Tank -- Fiil tank with regular unleaded fuel.Always leave

room for fuel expansion,

SprayTips

Oil Fiii Cap

High

Pressure Outlet

Nigh Pressure Hose -- Connect one end to the water
pump and the other end to the spray gun.

Nigh Pressure Outlet --To connect high pressure hose.

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

Oil Fill Cap -- Fill engine with oil here.
Pump -- Develops high pressure.
Recoi+ Starter -- Use for starting the engine manually.
Safety Goggles (not shown) -- Always use the enclosed

gogglesor other eye protection when running your

pressure washer.
Spray Gun -- Controls the application of water onto

cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes triter lock.
SprayTips -- Chemical iniection, 0 °, [5 °, and 40°: for various

high pressure cleaning applications+
Throtde Lever--Sets engine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine.
Water Inlet -- Connect garden hose here.

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ASSEMBLY

PREPARING PRESSURE

mNPORTANT: Read entireoperator'smanua[ beforeyou

attempt to assembHeor operate your new pressure washer.

Remove Pressure Washer from

H. Remove the parts bag_accessories_ and inserts included

with pressure washer.

2. SHicetwo corners at the end of carton from top to
bottom so the panel can be folded down fiat.

3. Remove pressure washer from carton.

Carton Contents

[terns in the carton include:

Main Unit
Safety GoggHes

Handle
Hastic Accessory Tray

High Pressure Hose
Spray Gun
Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect Fitting

Oil Bottle
Parts Bag (which includes the following):

Operator's Manual
Engine Manual
Emissions Control Warranty Sheet

Owner's Registration Card
Bag containing 4 mulrJ-cdored Quick Connect Spray

Tips

Handle Fastening Hardware Kit (which includes):

Carriage Bolt
%" Bolt (2)

Plastic Knobs (3)

Tree Clips (4)

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 i -888-6 i i -6708_

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_ then attach accessory tray
to handle.

3. Add oil to engine crankcase.

4. Add fuel to fuel tan[<.

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

I. Place handle onto handle supports connected to main

unit. Hake sure holes in handle align with holes on
handle supports (Figure I).

Handle

Align

NOTE: [t 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.

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Section 3: Assembly

2. Insert carriage bok through Heftside hoHefrom outside
of unit and attach a phstic knob from inside of unit
(viewing from rear of uniO.Tighten by hand (Figure 2).

3. Insert"L" bok through hoHeon right side of handHe
(viewing from rear of unit) and attach plastic knob.
Tighten knob by hand (Figure 2).

4. Insert"U' bolt through hole iust above billboard on
right side of handle (viewing from rear of unit). Hold

hook in place and attach a plastic knob from inside of
unit (Figure 2).Tighten by hand.

Placeaccessory tray over holes on handle (viewing

from front of unit). Pushthe tree clips into the holes

until they sit fiat against the accessorytray (Figure 3).

* Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fit[ information,

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

* 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.

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Section 3: Assembly

Connect Hose and Water Supply to

mMPORTANT:To avoid pump damage,you must assemble

the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses
before you start the engine.

I. Attach one end of high pressure hose to high pressure

outlet on pump (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.

2. Attach other end of hose to base of spray gun
(Figure 5).Tighten by hand.

4. Runwater through garden hose for 30 secondsto
clean out any debris.Turn off water.

mMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standingwater for the

water supply.Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).

5. Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length)
to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 6).

• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warrantT;

6. Turn ON water and squeezetrigger on spraygun to
purge pump system of air and impurities.

WARNING

Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing

adequate eye protection,

3.

Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains
debris, replace if damaged. DO NOT RUN PRESSURE

WASHEP, IF SCREEN IS DAHAGED.

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit's assembly to confirm you have performed

all of the following:

I. Hake sure handle is in place and secure.

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

3. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

4. Ched< for properly attached 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 "HowTo UseYour

Pressure_A/asher"before using pressure washer.

Operation

HOWTO USEYOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

Ifyou have any proHems operating your pressure washer,

pHeasecall the pressure washer heHpHineat [-888-6 [ [-6708.

Pressure Washer Location

Pressure Washer Cmearance

waRNING l

Keep at least 5 fL (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure

washer including overhead_

Place pressure washer in a we[[ ventilated area, whch will
allow for removal of dead[), 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 7). Prevailing winds and air currents should be taken
into consideration when positioning pressure washer.

WANNING

To Start 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.

I. Place pressure washer near an outside water source

capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than

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

2. Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray

gun and pump. See "Preparing Pressure 'Washer for

Use" for illustrations.

3. Hake sure unit is in a level position.

4. Connect garden hose to water inlet on pressure

washer pump. Turn ON the water.

• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this

instruction will void warranty.

5.

Squeeze trigger on gun until you have a steady stream
of water.This purges the pump of air and impurities.

6.

Attach nozzle extension to spray gun (Figure 8).
Tighten by hand.

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.

Typical Pressu_ e
Washe_ Shown

Exhaust Port

7. Place colored quick connect spray tips in slots on
holder that's attached to nozzle extension (Figure 9).

8. Choose spray tip you want to use and insert it into

nozzle extension. See "How to Use SprayTips".

Section 4: Opecation

9. Engage triggerHockto spraygun trigger(FigureiO).

i0. When starting engine, position yourseif as recommended

in Figure i i and start engine according to instructions
given in engine operator's manuaLAiso see operating
instructions tag iocated on the pressure washer.

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WARNING

DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
Keep at ieasC 5 ft, (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure

washer including overhead.

Code of Federal Regubdon (CFR) Titie 36 Parks, Forests, and
PuNic 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- [C or iater revision, in the State of California a
spark attester is required under section 4442 of the California

PuNic resources code. Other states may have similar laws.

How to StopYour Pressure Washer

I. Let engine idle for two minutes.

2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in

engine operator's manual

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

WARNING

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, puli cord slowiy und[ resistance is felt

and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
After each starting attempt, where engine faiis to run, always

point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to
release high pressure,

NOT_=: Always keep the chrotde lever in the "Fast"

position when operating the pressure washer.

WANNING

Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun

whiie system is pressurized.

ALVVAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun

trigger, to retease high pressure, every time you stop engine.

Engage trigger loc!( when not in use,

4. Engage trigger loci< on spray gun when not in use.