Troy-Bilt 020678 3100 PSI User Manual

Manual No. 316226GS Revision A

BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.

Pressure Washer

Operator’s Manual

This pressure washer is rated in accordance to the Pressure Washer Manufacturers Association

(PWMA) standard PW101-2010 (Testing and Rating Performance of Pressure Washers).

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Copyright © 2012. Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved.
TROY-BILT is a registered trademark of MTD.
Used under license.

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Troy-Bilt pressure washer. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in
the Troy-Bilt brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Troy-Bilt pressure
washer will provide many years of dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with pressure washers and
how to avoid them. Because Troy-Bilt does not necessarily know all the applications this pressure washer could be used for, it
is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment.

Save these original instructions for future reference.

This pressure washer requires final assembly before use. Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for instructions on

final assembly procedures. Follow the instructions completely.

Where to Find Us

You never have to look far to find Briggs & Stratton support and service for your pressure washer. Consult your Yellow Pages.
There are over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also
contact Troy-Bilt Customer Service by phone at [phone], or on the Internet at www.troybilt.com. For engine related
questions, call American Honda Motor Company, Inc. at [phone] or visit www.honda-engines.com for a dealer locator.

Pressure Washer

Model Number
Revision
Serial Number

Date Purchased

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Table of Contents

Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Equipment Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Important Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Unpack Pressure Washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Attach Handle and Accessory Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Add Engine Oil and Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Lubricate O-Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Pressure Washer Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

How to Start Your Pressure Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

How to Stop Your Pressure Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

How to Use Accessory Tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

How to Use Spray Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Applying Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Pressure Washer Rinsing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Automatic Cool Down System (Thermal Relief). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

General Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Pressure Washer Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Engine Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

After Each Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Warranties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Pressure Washer Owner Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Common Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Operator Safety

Equipment Description

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

This pressure washer operates at a maximum of 3,000 PSI
(206.8 BARS) and a flow rate of up to 2.7 gallons per minute
(10.2 liters per minute). This high quality residential system
features 10” (25.4 cm) wheels, axial cam pump with
stainless steel pistons, automatic cool down system,
cleaning tank system, quick connect spray tips, heavy duty
30’ (9.14 m) 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.

The Emission Control System for this pressure washer is
warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection
Agency and the California Air Resources Board.

Important Safety Information

Safety Symbols and Meanings

The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal
injury hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to designate a
degree or level of hazard seriousness. A safety symbol may
be used to represent the type of hazard. The signal word
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal
injury.

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, could
result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE address practices not related to personal injury.

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Fire

Explosion

Toxic Fumes

Hot Surface

Moving Parts

Electrical Shock

Slippery Surface

Fall

Kickback

Flying Objects

Fluid Injection

Operator’s Manual

Chemical Burn

Projectile

WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine

exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous
gas that could kill you in minutes. You CANNOT

smell it, see it, or taste it. Even if you do not
smell exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon
monoxide gas.
Some chemicals or detergents could be harmful if inhaled
or ingested, resulting in death, serious injury, nausea,
fainting or poisoning.

• Operate this product ONLY outside far away from windows,
doors and vents to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide gas
from accumulating and potentially being drawn towards
occupied spaces.

• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in
carbon monoxide alarms with battery back-up according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Smoke alarms cannot detect
carbon monoxide gas.

• DO NOT run this product inside homes, garages, basements,
crawlspaces, sheds, or other partially-enclosed spaces even if
using fans or opening doors and windows for ventilation.
Carbon monoxide can quickly build up in these spaces and can
linger for hours, even after this product has shut off.

• ALWAYS place this product downwind and point the engine
exhaust away from occupied spaces.

If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using this product,
shut it off and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You
may have carbon monoxide poisoning.

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

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

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WARNING The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING This product contains lead and lead

compounds, known to the State of California to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your

hands after handling this product.

WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable

and explosive which could cause burns,
fire or explosion resulting in death or
serious injury.

WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL

• Turn pressure washer engine OFF and let it cool at least 2
minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve
pressure in tank.

• Fill or drain 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.

• Check fuel lines, tank, cap and fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks. Replace if necessary.

• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT

• Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleaner are in place.

• DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• DO NOT operate this product inside any building, carport,
porch, mobile equipment, marine applications, or enclosure.

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

• DO NOT spray flammable liquids.

WHEN TRANSPORTING, MOVING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT

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

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

• Disconnect spark plug wire.

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 could ignite fuel vapors.

WARNING Risk of electrocution.

Contact with power source could cause electric
shock or burn resulting in death or serious injury.

• NEVER spray near power source.

WARNING Use of pressure washer could create

puddles and slippery surfaces causing
you to fall resulting in death or serious

injury.
Kickback from spray gun could cause you to fall resulting
in death or serious injury.

• Operate pressure washer from 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 similar location.

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

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.

• 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 spray gun in safe direction, press red button 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 spray gun kicks back.

WARNING Chemical Burn Hazard.

Chemicals could cause burns resulting in death
or serious injury.

• DO NOT use caustic liquid with pressure washer.

• Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergents/soaps. Follow all
manufacturers instructions.

WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite

combustibles, structures or damage fuel
tank causing a fire, resulting in death or

serious injury.
Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in
serious injury.

• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool before touching.

• Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.

• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section
4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.

Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer
to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust system
installed on this engine.

• Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same
position as the original parts.

NOTICE High pressure spray could damage fragile items
including glass.

• DO NOT point spray gun at glass when using red (0°) spray tip.

• NEVER aim spray gun at plants.

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

• If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact
qualified service center.

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

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

• DO NOT tamper with governed speed.

• DO NOT operate pressure washer above rated pressure.

• DO NOT modify pressure washer in any way.

• 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.

• 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.

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WARNING The high pressure stream of water that

this equipment produces could cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious

injury and possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which could result in
serious injury.

• If cut by fluid, call physician immediately. DO NOT treat as a
simple cut.

• 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.

• NEVER connect high pressure hose to nozzle extension.

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

• ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction, press red button
and squeeze spray gun trigger to release high pressure, every
time you stop engine.

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

• 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.

WARNING Unintentional sparking could cause fire or

electric shock resulting in death or
serious injury.

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.

WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK

• Use approved spark plug tester.

• DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.

WARNING Starter and other rotating parts could

entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories
resulting in serious injury.

• NEVER operate pressure washer without protective housing or
covers.

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

• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

CAUTION

Excessively high operating speeds could
result in minor injury.
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.

• DO NOT tamper with governor spring, links or other parts to
increase engine speed. Pressure washer supplies correct rated
pressure and flow when running at governed speed.

• DO NOT modify pressure washer in any way.

WARNING Risk of eye or bodily 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.

• Always wear protective clothing such as a long-sleeved shirt,
long pants and close-toed shoes.

• NEVER operate pressure washer when barefoot or wearing
sandals or shorts.

Assembly

Read entire operator’s manual before you attempt
to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.

Your pressure washer requires some assembly and is ready
for use after it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil and fuel.

If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure
washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at
[phone]. If calling for assistance, please have the
model, revision, and serial number from the identification
label available.

Unpack Pressure Washer

1. Remove parts bag, accessories, and inserts included
with pressure washer.

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

3. Ensure you have all included items prior to assembly.

Items in the carton include:

• Main Unit with Cleaning Tank

• Handle

• High Pressure Hose

• Spray Gun

• Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect Fitting

• Plastic Accessory Tray

• Oil Pouch

• Engine Operator’s Manual

• Parts Bag (which includes the following):

• Operator’s Manual

• Owner’s Registration Card

• Bag containing 5 Multi–Colored Spray Tips

• Handle Fastening Hardware Kit (which includes):

• Carriage Bolts (2)

• Plastic Knobs (2)

• Tree Clips (4)

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 and accessory tray to main unit.

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 (A) onto handle supports connected to

main unit. Make sure holes in handle align with holes
on handle supports.

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

NOTICE By loosening both knobs to the middle section of
the attachment bolt, the upper handle can fold forward to
store flat atop the cold engine. DO NOT fold the handle down
while the engine is hot.

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

4. Insert multi–colored 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.

NOTICE Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it
has been properly filled with the recommended oil will
result in equipment failure.

• Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.

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

NOTICE Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine operator’s manual for recommendations.

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C

B

A

F

E

D

Lubricate O-Rings

Lubrication of o-rings is extremely important for installation
and operation. The use of a lubricant (petroleum or synthetic
grease) during assembly helps seat o-rings properly and
provides an improved seal. It also helps protect the o-ring
from damage by abrasion, pinching or cutting and extends
the life of the o-ring.

NOTICE ALWAYS apply a small amount of lubricant on
o-rings prior to assembling the garden hose to the pump (C),
high pressure hose (D), spray gun (E), and nozzle
extension (F).

Lubricate all connections shown below, following these
instructions:

1. Inspect and clean connecting surfaces prior to

lubrication and assembly.

2. Use lubricants sparingly during assembly; a light film is

all that is required.

3. Use a small brush or cotton swab to apply grease

directly to o-rings where they are not accessible (QC
fitting, M22 fitting).

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F

E

C

D

Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump

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

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

NOTICE Remove and discard the shipping caps from the
pump’s 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. Tighten by hand.

2. Attach other end of high pressure hose to high

pressure outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.

3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect

inlet screen (A). Clean screen if it contains debris or
have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT run pressure
washer if inlet screen is damaged.

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

NOTICE DO NOT siphon standing water for the water
supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F (38°C)).

NOTICE Using a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check
valve) at pump inlet could cause pump or inlet connector
damage.

• There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden hose
between the pressure washer inlet and any device, such as a
vacuum breaker or check valve.

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

5. Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet (15 m)

in length) to the water inlet. Tighten by hand.

6. Turn ON the water, press red button (B) on the gun and

squeeze the trigger 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. Be sure to read Operator Safety and Operation sections

before using pressure washer.

2. Make sure handle is in place and secure.

3. Check that oil has been added to proper level in the

engine crankcase.

4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

5. Check for properly tightened hose connections.

6. Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage

to high pressure hose.

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

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A

WARNING The high pressure stream of water that

this equipment produces could cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious
injury and possible amputation.

• NEVER connect high pressure hose to nozzle extension.

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

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

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.

B

Features and Controls

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.

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A - Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto

cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes trigger
lock.

B - Recoil Starter — Used for starting the engine manually.
C - Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect — Allows you to

switch between five different spray tips.

D - Oil Fill/Dipstick — Check and fill with oil here.
E - Cleaning Tanks — Use to hold up to one gallon (3.8 l) of

pressure washer safe detergent.

F - High Pressure Outlet — Connection for high pressure

hose.

G - Identification Label (under foot) — Provides model and

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

H - Water Inlet — Connection for garden hose.
J - Pump — Develops high pressure.
K - 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.

L - Air Filter — Protects engine by filtering dust and debris

out of intake air.

M - Warning/Operating Instructions Tag — Identifies

hazards and proper procedure to start/stop pressure
washer.

N - Fuel Tank — Fill tank with regular unleaded fuel. Always

leave room for fuel expansion.

P - High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water pump

and the other end to spray gun.

R - Accessory Tray — Provides convenient storage for

standard accessories.

S - Spray Tips — Jet soap, jet flush, 0°, 25° and 40°: for

various high pressure cleaning applications.

Items Not Shown:
Engine Controls — See engine manual for details on engine

controls.

E

A

H

C

D

R

B

N

P

M

S

F

L

K

,

J

G

Operation

If you have any problems operating your pressure washer,
please call the pressure washer helpline at [phone].

Pressure Washer Location

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Risk of Fire Clearances

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

3.7 gallons per minute (14.0 liters per minute) and no
less than 20 PSI (1.38 BARS) at pressure washer end
of garden hose. DO NOT siphon supply water.

2. Check that high pressure hose is tightly connected to
spray gun and pump. See Assembly section.

3. Make sure unit is in a level position.

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

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

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

5. Turn ON water, point spray gun in a safe direction,

press red button and squeeze trigger to purge pump
system of air and impurities.

6. Attach nozzle extension to spray gun. Tighten by hand.

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

nozzle extension. See How to Use Spray Tips.

NOTICE Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you
are wearing safety goggles as described below.

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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.

WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite

combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank
causing a fire, resulting in death or serious injury.

• Keep at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.

WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine

exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous
gas that could kill you in minutes. You CANNOT

smell it, see it, or taste it. Even if you do not
smell exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon
monoxide gas.

• Operate this product ONLY outside far away from windows,
doors and vents to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide gas
from accumulating and potentially being drawn towards
occupied spaces.

• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in
carbon monoxide alarms with battery back-up according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Smoke alarms cannot detect
carbon monoxide gas.

• DO NOT run this product inside homes, garages, basements,
crawlspaces, sheds, or other partially-enclosed spaces even if
using fans or opening doors and windows for ventilation.
Carbon monoxide can quickly build up in these spaces and can
linger for hours, even after this product has shut off.

• ALWAYS place this product downwind and point the engine
exhaust away from occupied spaces.

If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using this product,
shut it off and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You
may have carbon monoxide poisoning.

Exhaust Port

Pointed away from

occupied spaces

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

How to Stop Your Pressure Washer

1. Release spray gun trigger and 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 press red
button and squeeze spray gun trigger to release
retained high water pressure.

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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.

• 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 spray gun in safe direction, press red button 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 spray gun kicks back.

WARNING The high pressure stream of water that

this equipment produces could cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious

injury and possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which could result in
serious injury.

• DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate pressure washer.

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

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

• 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.

WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite

combustibles, structures or damage fuel
tank causing a fire, resulting in death or

serious injury.
Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in
serious injury.

• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool before touching.

• Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.

• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section
4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.

Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer
to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust system
installed on this engine.

• Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same
position as the original parts.

WARNING The high pressure stream of water that

this equipment produces could cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious

injury and possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which could result in
serious injury.

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

• ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction, press red button
and squeeze spray gun trigger to release high pressure, every
time you stop engine.

How to Use Accessory Tray

The unit is equipped with an accessory tray with places to
store your spray gun, nozzle extension, high pressure hose
and quick connect spray tips.

1. Place spray gun through notches on left side of
accessory tray as shown.

2. Place nozzle extension in notches on right side of
accessory tray as shown.

3. Insert multi–colored spray tips in spaces provided in
accessory tray.

4. Hang high pressure hose on hook attached to the right
side of the accessory tray as shown.

How to Use Spray Tips

The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to
switch between five different quick connect spray tips. Spray
tips can be changed while pressure washer is running once
spray gun trigger lock is engaged. The spray tips vary the
spray pattern as shown.

Follow these instructions to change spray tips:

1. Pull back collar on quick–connect and pull current
spray tip off. Store spray tips in holder provided on the
accessory tray.

2. Select desired spray tip:

• For delicate rinse, for gentle cleaning of cars/trucks,
boats, RV’s, patio furniture, lawn equipment, etc., select
white 40° spray tip.

• For general rinsing, ideal for most all purpose cleaning
such as home siding, brick patios, wood decks,
driveways and sidewalks, garage floors, etc., select
green 25° spray tip.

• For maximum rinsing, for stubborn or hard to reach
surface such as second story surfaces, paint removal,
oil stains, rust removal or other stubborn substances
(tar, gum, grease, wax, etc.), select red 0° spray tip.

• Select cyan jet flush spray tip for quick high flow clean
up and long reach cleaning of second story siding and
windows.

• Select magenta jet soap spray tip for general soap
applications or to launch soap to second story siding
and windows.

3. Pull back on collar, insert new spray tip and release
collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is securely in
place.

Usage Tips

• For most effective cleaning, keep spray tip from 8 to
24 inches (20 to 61 cm) away from cleaning surface.

• If you get spray tip too close, especially using a high
pressure spray tip, you may damage surface being
cleaned.

• DO NOT get closer than 6 inches (15 cm) when
cleaning tires.

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WARNING The high pressure stream of water that

this equipment produces could cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious
injury and possible amputation.

• NEVER exchange spray tips without the trigger lock being
engaged on the spray gun.

• DO NOT twist spray tips while spraying.

White

40°

Green

25°

Magenta

Cyan

0°

Red

0°

Low Pressure

Use to apply

detergent

High Pressure

Applying Detergent

To apply detergent, follow these steps:

1. Review use of spray tips.

2. Prepare detergent solution as required by job.

3. Pour detergent into cleaning tank.

NOTICE The cleaning tank holds one gallon.

4. Make sure magenta spray tip is installed.

NOTICE Detergent cannot be applied with the high pressure
spray tips (White, Green, Cyan or Red).

5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet.
Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray
gun and pump. Turn on water.

NOTICE You must attach all hoses before you start the
engine.

• Starting the engine without all the hoses connected and without
the water turned ON could damage the pump.

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

6. Start engine following instructions How to Start Your

Pressure Washer.

7. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower

portion of area to be washed and work upward, using
long, even, overlapping strokes.

8. 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).

Pressure Washer Rinsing

For Rinsing:

1. Remove magenta spray tip from nozzle extension.

2. Select and install desired high pressure spray tip
following instructions How to Use Spray Tips.

3. Keep spray gun a safe distance from area you plan to
spray.

4. Apply a high pressure spray to a small area and then
check surface for damage. If no damage is found, you
can assume it is okay to continue rinsing.

5. Start at top of area to be rinsed, working down with same
overlapping strokes as you used for cleaning.

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 (51°C). The system engages to cool the pump by

discharging the warm water onto the ground.

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WARNING Chemical Burn Hazard.

Chemicals could cause burns resulting in death
or serious injury.

• DO NOT use caustic liquid with pressure washer.

• Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergents/soaps. Follow all
manufacturers instructions.

WARNING Kickback from spray gun could cause you

to fall resulting in death or serious injury.

• Operate pressure washer from a stable surface.

• Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from
a ladder, scaffolding, or any other similar location.

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