Troy-Bilt 20242 Owner's Manual

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Pressure Washer / Lavadora de Presi6n

Modem/ Modemo 020242

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Before using this product, read this manual and follow all

Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

Questions? Pregun[as? Helpline - 1-888-611-6708 H=F 8=5 CT

Troy-Bilt@ is a regbtered _rademarl< of MTD and is used under license so Briggs & Strat_on Power Produc_s.

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

BRJGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC

Printed in USA

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i]i PRECAUCmON

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

Reglas de Seguridad e Instrucciones de Uso.

JEFFERSON,WiSCONSiN, U.S.Ao

Manual No. 196365GS Revision I (08/I 1/2005)

Safety Rules

SAVE THESE mNSTRUCTmONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section I o Safety Rules .......................... 2-4

Section 2 - Features and Controls ................... 5

Section 3 oAssembly ............................ 6-8

Section 4 o Operation .......................... 9-13

Section 5 o Maintenance ........................ 14ol6

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

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

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

EQUmPNENT

Read this manual carefully and become familiar

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

a_pmications, its mimitations and any hazards

invomved°

This manual contains information for a high pressure
washer that operates at a maximum pressure of 3_000 PSI

and a maximum flow rate of 2.8 gallons per minute.This
powerful, high quality system features large 10" wheels, a
pump equipped with an automatic cool down system,
chemical iniection system, nozzle extension with quid<
connect, ProiectPro TMnozzle system, 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 amert symbol it is used to
amert you to potentiam personam iniury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possibme iniury 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 iniury. CAUTION
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in
minor or moderate iniury. 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 iniury or death.

Hazard Symbols and Meanings

Toxic Fumes

Electrical Shock

Slippery Surface

Fire

Moving Parts Flying Obiects

Fall

Explosion

Fluid Iniection

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 gascap,

Fi[[fiJe[ tank outdoors.
DO NOT overfill tank. Allow 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 EQUiPHENT

• 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 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 fail due to slippery surfaces.
Be extremely careful ifyou 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

When starting engine, pull cord slow, iy until resistance is felt

and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
If engine starts and fails to continue to run or if increased

resistance is felt during starting pull attempts, squeeze trigger
on spray gun.

WARNING

NEVER aim spray gun at people, animals or plants.
DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate pressure washen
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.

Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve trapped pressure,
every time you stop engine. Engage trigger lock on spray gun.

WARNING

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

Section 1: Safety Rules

WARNING

DO NOT touch hot surfaces,
Allow equipment to coo[ before touching.

The pressure washer must be at least 5 feet from structures
having combustible wails and/or other combustible materials.

Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on aJIsides of pressure

washer for" adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

Reflecuve exhaust heat may damage fuel tank causing fire.
Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Tide 36 Parks, Forests, and

Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service

standard 5100-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

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 spraygun which does not have a triggerloci<or

trigger guard in place and in working order:

Aivvays be certain spray gum nozzJes and accessories are
correctly attached.

DO NOT point spray gun at glass when using MAX (pin
point) nozzle.

NEVER aim spray gun at plants.

DO NOT wear Ioose clothing, iewelry or anything that may
be caught in the starter" or other rotating parts.

, Tie up long hair" and remove jewelry:

WARNING

WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAiRSTOYOUR

PRESSURE WASNER

Disconnect spark plugwire from spark plugand placewire

where itcannot contactsparkplug.

WNENTESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK

Use approved spark plug tester:
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.

WARNING

, Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

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

NEVER operate units with broken or missing parts, or

without protective housing or covers.

DO NOT by-pass any safety device on this machine.
Before starting pressure washer in coId weather, check all

parts of the equipment to be sure ice has not formed there.
NEVER move machine by puIIing on high pressure hose. Use

handle provided on unit.
Check fuel system for Ieaks or signs of deterioration, such as

chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing damps, or" damaged

tank or cap. Correct alJ defects before operating pressure

washer_

This equipment is designed to be used with Briggs & Strat_on

Power Products authorized parts ONLY. If equipment is used

with parts that DO NOT compIy with minimum specificadons_

user assumes all risks and liabilities_

Features and ControJs

KNOWYOUR PRESSURE WASHER

lil th,sowner's anoa, safetyro,es e oreoperat,yoorpressorewasher

Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer to familiarize yourseHf with the Hocations of various controHs

and adiustments. Savethis manuaHfor future reference.

Pump equipped with FueHTank Choke Lever

ProiectPro TM Automatic Cool Down System Throttle Lever
Nozzles Recoil Starter

(on front of engine)

AccessoryTray

Air Filter

SprayGun

High Pressure Hose

DataTag

Chemical Iniection

VVater inlet

Accessory Tray -- Provides convenient storage for
standard and optional accessories_ such as brushes_ turbo

wands_etc.

Air J:iJter -- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris
out of intake air.

Automadc CooJ Down System -- Cycles water
through pump when water reaches 125°. ISS°EVVarm

water will discharge from pump onto ground.This system
prevents internal pump damage.

ChemicaJ injection Siphon/FiJter -- Use to siphon
detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low

pressure stream.

Choke Lever -- Prepares a cold engine for starting.

DataTag (not shown) - Provides model and serial

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

FueJ Tank- Fill tank with regular unleaded fuel.Always

leave room for fuel expansion.

Oil Fill/Dipstick

High Pressure Outlet

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

High Pressure OutJet -- Connection for high pressure
hose.

NozzJe Extension with Quick Connect --Allows you
to switch between four different nozzles.

Oil Fill/Dipstick -- Check and fill with oil here.
ProjectPro TMNozzles -- Chemical iniection, 0% 15°,and

40°: for various high pressure cleaning applications.
Pump -- Develops high pressure.

Recoil Starter -- Used for starting the engine manually.
Spray Gun -- Controls the application of water onto

cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes trigger lock.
ThrottJe Lever -- Sets engine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine.
Water JnJet -- Connection for garden hose.

ASSEMBLY

PREPARING PRESSURE

mMPORTANT: Read endre owner'smanuaH beforeyou

attempt to assembie or operate your new pressure washen

Ifyou have any questions with the assembiy of your pressure

washer, piease cali the pressure washer heipilne at

1-888-61 1-6708. If calling for assistance_piease have the
model revlslon_ and serlai number from the data tag avaiiabie.
See "Know Your Pressure Washer" for data tag iocatlon.

Remove Pressure Washer from

Carton

o Remove the parts bag packed with pressure washer.
, Siice two corners at the end of carton from top to

bottom so the pane[ can be foided down flat_then
remove all[packing material

, Roll[ pressure washer out of carton.

Carton Contents

mtemTmsin the carton include:

° Hain Unit

Safety Goggles
Handle

Plastic Accessory Tray
High Pressure Hose

Spray Gun
Nozzie Extension with Quick Connect Fitting

Oil Bottle
Parts Bag (which inciudes the following):

Owner's Hanual
Engine Hanual

Owner's Registration Card
Bag containing 4 multi-colored ProjectPro TM

Nozzles

Handle Fastening Hardware Kit (which includes):

Carriage Bolt
"L" 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 heIpline at 1-888-611-6708.

To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you
wili 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 tank.

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

6. Connect water supply to pump.

7. Attach nozzie extension to spray gun.

8. Select/attach quick connect ProiectPro TMnozzie to
nozzie 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: It may be necessary to move the handHe 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 boHt through Heftside hoHefrom outside
of unit and attach a pHasticknob from inside of unit
(viewing from rear of unit).Tighten by hand (Figure 2).

3,

Insert"L" boHtsthrough holieson right side of handHe
(viewing from rear of unit). HoHdboHtsin pHaceand
attach pHasticknobs from inside of handHe(Figure2).
Tighten by hand.

4. PHaceaccessory tray over holies on handHe (viewing
from front of unit). Push the tree chips into the holies

untiHthey sit fiat against the accessory tray (Figure 3).

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Insert muHti-coHored ProiectPro TMnozzHes and other
suppHied accessories in spaces provided in accessory

tray. See "How to Use AccessoryTray".

Add Engine Oil and Fuel

° Race pressure washer on a HeveHsurface,

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

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

" Refer to engine owner's manuaH and foHHowoiHand fueH

recommendations and instructions,

NOTE: Check oiHoften during engine break-in. Refer to

engine owner's manuaHfor 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.UseONLY 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.

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Operation

NOWTO USEYOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

Ifyou have any probHems operating your pressure washer+

pHeasecaHHthe pressure washer heHpHineat 1-888-611-6788.

Pressure Washer Location

Pressure Washer Cmearance

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 boning or
enclosure, even if doors or windows are open.

The pressure washer must be at Heast S if+ (H52 cm) from
structures having combustible walls and/or other
combustibHe materiaHs+ Leave at Heast 3 ft+ (92 cm) aHHaround
pressure washer incHuding overhead+ for adequate cooHing+
maintenance and servicing.

PHace pressure washer in a weHHventiHated area+ which wiHH
aHHowfor removaH of deadHy exhaust gas+ DO NOT pHace
pressure washer where exhaust gas couHd accumuHate and
enter inside or be drawn into a potentiaHHy occupied
buiHding+Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any
windows+ doors+ ventiHation intakes or other openings that
can aHHowexhaust gas to coHHect in a confined area

(Figure 7)+ PrevaiHing winds and air currents shouHd be taken
into consideration when positioning pressure washer.

To Start Pressure Washer

To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow
these instructions step-by+step+This starting information
aHso appHies if you have Hetthe pressure washer sit idHe for
at Heast a day+

H+ PHace pressure washer near an outside water source

capabHe of suppHying water at a flow rate greater than
3+8gaHHonsper minute and no Hess than 20 PSI at

pressure washer end of garden hose.

2+ Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray

m

gun and pump. See +'Preparing Pressure Washer for

Use" for iHHustrations+

3+ Make sure unit is in a HeveHposition.

4+ Connect garden hose to water inHet 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 untiHyou 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.

Choose desired ProjectPro TMnozzHe+ puHHbacH<nozzHe

extension coHHar,insert nozzHe and reHease coHHar.Tugon

nozzHe to make sure it is secureHy in pHace (Figure 9)+

See '+How to Use ProjectPro TMNozzHe System".

Exhaust Port

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Typical Pressu_ e
Washe_ Shown

Engage trigger Hock to spray gun trigger (Figure H0)+

Trigger Lock

Section 4: Operation

9.

Start engine according to ins[ruc[ions given in engine
owner's manual.Also see opera[ing instruc[ions tag
Ioca[ed on [he pressure washer.

WARNING

WARNING

When starting engine, pull cord slowty until resistance is felt

and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
If engine s_rts and fails to continue to run or if increased

resistance is fen during starting pull attempts, squeeze trigger
on spray gun.

NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the "Fast"

_osition when operating the pressure washer.

WARNING

DO NOT touch hot surfaces,
Allow equipment to coot before touching.

The pressure washer must be at least 5 feet from structures
having combustible wails and/or other combustible materials.

Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of pressure
washer for" adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

Reflective exhaust heat may damage fuel tank causing fire.
Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, and

Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark attester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service

standard 5100-IC or later revision. In the State of California a
spark attester is required under section 4442 of the California

Public resources code. Other states may have similar laws,

]

Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun

while system is pressurized.

Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve trapped pressure,
every time you stop engine. Engage trigger lock on spray gun.

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

How to Use Accessory Tray

The unit is equipped with an accessory tray with places to

store your ProjectPro TM nozzles, spray gun and nozzle

extension.There is also a hook at the front of the
accessory tray to hold your high pressure hose.

blOTE:The extra hole in the tray is for storing a utility brush.

The extra clip in the tray is for storing a turbo nozzle.The

brush and turbo nozzle are NOT included with your pressure

washer.You can buy these items as optional accessories.

I. Place nozzle extension through hole on accessory tray,

as shown in Figure II.

How to Stop Your Pressure Washer

I. Let engine idle for two minutes,

2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in

engine owner's manual.

3. Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve trapped
pressure in hose to avoid injury°

NOTE: A small amount of water will squirt out when

pressure is released.

2. Place spray gun through hole on accessory tray on
right side of unit (Figure I I).

NOTE:You may also use the hooks at_ched to the base

and handle to store your gun and nozzle extension, as

shown on page 5.

3. Hang high pressure hose on hook attached to

accessory tray on front of tray, as shown in Figure I I.

Section 4: Operation

Now to Use ProiectPro TM Nozzle

The quick-connect on the nozzie extension allows you to
switch between four different ProiectPro TM system nozzies.
The ProiectPro TM nozzies vary the spray pattern as shown

(Figure 12).

Low Pressure

Bhck

Use to apply

chemical

Nigh Pressure

40 ° Yellow i5 ° Orange 0 ° Red

2550 PSI 2940 PSI 3000 PSI

2.8 GPM 2.5 GPM 2.3 GPM

2. Pull back collar on quick-connect and pull current

Projectero TM nozzle off. Store ProjectPro TM nozzles in

holder provided on the accessory tray.

3. Select desired ProiectPro TM nozzle:

For delicate rinse (lower pressure and higher

flow), for gentle cleaning of cars/trucks, boats, RV's,
patio furniture, lawn equipment, etc., select yellow

40 ° ProiectPro TM nozzle (Figure 13).

For general rinsing (medium pressure and medium
flow), ideal for most ail purpose cleaning such as
home siding, brick patios_ wood decks_ driveways
and sidewalks, garage floors, etc., select orange I5°

ProjectPro TM nozzle (Figure 14).

Follow these instructions to change ProiectPro *M

nozzmes:

I. Engage trigger lock on spray gun.

CAUTION

" NEVER exchange ProiectPro nozzles without locking the

triter lock on the trigger.

. DO NOT twist ProiectPro TMnozzles while spraying.

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