Troy-Bilt 2550 Operator's Manual
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BRIGGS& STRATTONPOWERPRODUCTSGROUP,LLC
JEFFERSON,WISCONSIN,U.S.A.
Manual No. 203777GS Revision B (11/06/2007)
Thankyou for purchasing this quality-built Troy-Bilt pressurewasher.We are pleased that you've placedyour confidence in
the Troy-Bilt brand.When operatedand maintainedaccording to the instructions in this manual,your Troy-Bilt pressure
washer will provide manyyears of dependableservice.
Thismanual containssafety information to makeyou awareof the hazardsand risks associatedwith pressure washersand
how to avoid them. BecauseTroy-Bilt does not necessarilyknow all the applications this pressurewasher could be used for, it
is important that you readand understandthese instructions thoroughly beforeattempting to start or operatethis equipment.
Save theseinstructionsfor future reference.
Thispressurewasher requires final assembly beforeuse. Referto the Assembly sectionof this manual for instructions on
final assembly procedures. Follow the instructions completely.
Where to FindUs
You never haveto lookfar to find Briggs & Stratton support and servicefor your pressure washer. Consultyour Yellow Pages.
Thereareover 30,000Briggs & Stratton authorizedservice dealersworldwide who provide quality service. You can also
contact Troy-Bilt Customer Serviceby phone at (888) 611-6708, or on the Internetat www.troybilt.com.
Pressure Washer
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Troy-Bilt® is a registeredtrademark of IVITDProducts Inc andis used under
license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products.
Briggs & Stratton PowerProducts Group, LLC
900 North Parkway
Jefferson, WI 53549
Copyright © 2007 Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group,
LLC. All rights reserved. No part ofthis material may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form by any meanswithout
the expresswritten permission of Briggs & Stratton Power
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Table of Contents
OperatorSafety ................................. 2
Equipment Description......................................... 2
Safety Rules................................................. 2
Assembly ..................................... 6
Unpack PressureWasher....................................... 6
Attach Handleand AccessoryTray ............................... 6
Add Engine Oil............................................... 7
Add Fuel.................................................... 7
Connect Hoseand Water Supply to Pump.......................... 8
FeaturesandControls............................. 9
Operation .................................... 10
PressureWasher Location..................................... 10
How to Start Your PressureWasher ............................. 11
How to Stop Your PressureWasher ............................. 12
How to Use SprayTips ....................................... 13
Cleaningand Applying Detergent................................ 14
PressureWasher Rinsing ..................................... 14
CleaningDetergent Siphoning Tube.............................. 15
Automatic Cool Down System(Thermal Relief)..................... 15
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Maintenance .................................. 16
MaintenanceSchedule........................................ 16
PressureWasher Maintenance ................................. 17
Engine Maintenance.......................................... 18
After EachUse.............................................. 20
Winter Storage.............................................. 21
Long Term Storage .......................................... 21
Troubleshooting ................................ 22
Warranties.................................... 23
Emissions Control System Warranty............................. 23
PressureWasher OwnerWarranty............................... 25
Specifications ................................. 26
Product Specifications........................................ 26
Common ServiceParts ....................................... 26
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OperatorSafety
EquipmentDescription
Readthis manual carefullyand becomefamiliar
with yourpressure washer. Knowits applications,
its limitations,and any hazardsinvolved.
This pressurewasher operatesat a maximum of 2,550 PSi
(175.8 BARS)and a flow rate of up to 2.3 gallons per minute
(8.7 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,
detergent siphoning system, quick connect spray tips, safety
goggles, heavy duty 25' (7.6 m) hose,and more.
Everyeffort has been madeto ensurethat information in this
manual is accurateandcurrent. However,we reservethe
right to change,alter, or otherwise improvethe product and
this document at any time without prior notice.
The EmissionControl System for this pressure washeris
warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection
Agency andthe CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard.
Safety Rules
,&This isthe safetyalert symbol. It is usedto alert
you to potential personal injury hazards.Obeyall
safetymessagesthat follow thissymbolto avoid
possibleinjury or death.
Thesafetyalert symbol (_.) is used with a signal word
(DANGER,CAUTION,WARNING),a pictorial and/or a safety
messageto alert you to hazards.DANGERindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, will result in deathor serious injury.
WARNINGindicates a hazardwhich, ifnot avoided, could
result in deathor serious injury. CAUTIONindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided,might result in minor or moderate
injury. NOTICE,indicates asituation that could result in
equipment damage.Follow safety messagesto avoid or
reducethe risk of injury or death.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product containschemicals
knownto the State of California to causecancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
A - Explosion
B - Fire
C- ElectricShock
D- ToxicFumes
E- Kickback
F - HotSurface
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G- Flying Objects
H- Slippery Surface
I - Fail
J - FluidInjection
K- Moving Parts
L - ReadManual
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WARNING
Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache,
fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea, fainting or death.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea,
fainting, or poisoning.
• Operatepressurewasher ONLYoutdoors.
• Keep exhaustgas from entering a confined areathrough
windows, doors, ventilation intakes,or other openings.
• DO NOTstart or run engine indoors or in an enclosedarea, even
if windows and doors are open.
• Use a respirator or mask wheneverthere is a chancethat vapors
may beinhaled.
• Readall instructions with mask soyou arecertain the mask will
provide the necessaryprotection against inhaling harmful
vapors.
WARNING
Useof pressure washercan createpuddles and
slippery surfaces,
Kickbackfrom spray gun can causeyou to fall.
• Operatepressurewasher from a stable surface.
• Thecleaning areashould haveadequateslopes and drainage to
reducethe possibility of a fall dueto slippery surfaces.
• Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasherfrom
a ladder,scaffolding, orany othersimilar location.
• Firmly graspspray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
WARNING
,_ Fuel and its are extremely flammable and
WHEN ADDING OR DRAiNiNG FUEL
• Turn pressurewasher OFFand let itcool at bast 2 minutes
• Fill or drain fueltank outdoors.
• DO NOToverfill tank.Allow space for fuel expansion.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.
• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks,open flames, pilot lights, heat,and
• DO NOTlight a cigarette or smoke.
WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT
• Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleanerare in place.
• DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.
WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT
• DO NOTtip engineor equipment at anglewhich causesfuel to
• DONOT sprayflammable liquids.
WHENTRANSPORTINGORREPAIRINGEQUIPMENT
• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve
• Disconnect spark plug wire.
WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELiN TANK
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothesdryers,
explosive.
death.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
before removing fuel cap. Loosencapslowly to relieve pressure
in tank.
other ignition sources.
spill.
OFF.
or otherappliancesthat have pilot light or other ignition source
becausethey can ignite fuel vapors.
vapors
WARNING
_¢ Risk of electrocution.
• NEVERspray near powersource.
Contact with power source can cause electric
shock or burn.
WARNING
Starter cord kickback(rapid retraction) can result
_nbodily injury. Kickbackwill pull hand and arm
toward enginefaster than you can letgo.
Brokenbones, fractures, bruises,or sprains
could result.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relievingspray gun
pressure.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance isfelt and
then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• After eachstarting attempt, where enginefails to run, always
point spray gun insafe direction and squeezespray guntrigger
to releasehigh pressure. Engagespray gun trigger lock.
• Firmly graspspray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
WARNING
Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious
burns.
structures or damage fuel tank causinga fire.
iExhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
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DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOID hotexhaust gases.
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Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.
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Keepat least5 feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.
Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and
Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintainedin
effective working order, complying to USDAForest service
standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the Stateof California a
spark arrester is required undersection 4442 of the California
Public resources code. Otherstatesmay havesimilar laws.
WARNING
iThe high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can cut through skin and its
_ underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
• DONOT allow CHILDRENto operate pressurewasher.
• NEVERrepair high pressure hose. Replaceit.
• NEVERrepair leaking connections with sealantof any kind.
• NEVERconnect high pressure hoseto nozzleextension.
• Keep high pressurehoseconnectedto pump and spraygun
• ALWAYSpoint spray gun in safedirection and squeezespray
• NEVERaim spraygun at people,animals,or plants.
• DO NOTsecure spraygun in open position.
• DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.
• NEVERuse a spray gun which does not havea trigger lock or
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesand accessoriesare
ipossible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
lengine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
Replaceo-ring or seal.
while system is pressurized.
guntrigger, to releasehigh pressure,everytime you stop
engine. Engagetrigger lock when not inuse.
trigger guard inplaceandin working order.
correctly attached.
WARNING
_ Unintentional sparkingcan result in fire or
_¢ ielectric shock.
WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOURPRESSURE
WASHER
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire whereit cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTINGFOR ENGINESPARK
• Useapproved spark plug tester.
• DO NOTcheckfor sparkwith spark plug removed.
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WARNING
hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
Starter and other rotating parts can entangle
• NEVERoperate pressure washerwithout protective housing or
covers.
• DO NOTwear looseclothing, jewelry or anything that may be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
• Tie up long hairand removejewelry.
WARNING
>._ Risk of eye injury.
" Spray can splash back or propel objects.
• Always wear safety goggleswhen usingthis equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Before starting the pressurewasher, besure you arewearing
adequatesafety goggles.
• NEVERsubstitute safetyglassesfor safety goggles.
NOTICE
High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass.
• DO NOTpoint spray gun at glass when usingred 0° spray tip.
• NEVERaim spraygun at plants.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and
shorten its life.
• If you havequestions about intended use,ask dealer or contact
qualified service center.
• NEVERoperate units with broken or missing parts, orwithout
protective housing or covers.
• DO NOTby-pass any safety device on this machine.
• DONOTtamper with governedspeed.
• DONOT operate pressurewasher above ratedpressure.
• DONOT modify pressurewasher in any way.
• Before starting pressurewasher in cold weather, check all parts
of the equipment to besure ice hasnot formed there.
• NEVERmove machine by pulling on hoses. Usehandleprovided
on unit.
Checkfuel system for leaksor signs of deterioration, suchas
chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps, or damaged
tank or cap. Correct all defects before operating pressure
washer.
This equipment is designed to be usedwith Briggs & Stratton
Power Products authorized parts ONLY.If equipment is used
with parts that DO NOTcomply with minimum specifications,
userassumes all risks and liabilities.
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Assembly
Attach Handleand AccessoryTray
1. Placehandle(A) onto handlesupports (B) connectedto
-_i ead entire operator'smanual beforeyou attempt
to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.
Your pressure washer requires someassembly and is ready
for use after it has beenproperly serviced with the
recommendedoil and fuel.
main unit. Makesure holes (C) in handle align with
holes (C) on handlesupports.
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If you haveanyproblems with the assemblyof your pressure
washer, pleasecall the pressurewasher helpiine at
(888) 611-6708. if calling for assistance, pleasehavethe
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model, revision, and serial number from the datatag
available.
UnpackPressureWasher
1. Removethe parts bag, accessories, and inserts
included with pressurewasher.
2. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from
top to bottom.
3. Ensureyou have all included items prior to assembly.
Items in the cartoninclude:
• Main Unit
• Handle
• HighPressureHose
• Spray Gun
• NozzleExtension with Quick ConnectFitting
• PlasticAccessoryTray
• Oil Bottle
• Parts Bag(which includes the following):
• SafetyGoggles
• Operator's Manual
• Owner's Registration Card
• Bag containing 3 Multi-Colored Spray Tips
• Spray GunHolderWireform
• HandleFasteningHardwareKit(which includes):
• CarriageBolts(2)
• PlasticKnobs (3)
• TreeClips(4)
To prepare your pressurewasher for operation, youwill
need to perform these tasks:
1. Fill out and send in registration card.
2. Attach handleto main unit.
3. Add oil to engine crankcase.
4. Add fuel to fuel tank.
5. Connecthigh pressure hoseto spray gun and pump.
6. Connectwater supply to pump.
7. Attach nozzleextensionto spray gun.
8. Select/attachquick connect spraytip to nozzle
extension.
NOTE:It may be necessaryto move the handlesupports
from sideto side in orderto align the handleso it will slide
over the handle supports.
2. insert carriage bolts (O) through holesfrom front of
unit and attach a plastic knob (E)from backof unit.
Tighten by hand.
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Race accessorytray (F) over holes (G) on handle
(viewing from front of unit). Pushthe tree clips (H) into
the holes until they sit fiat againstthe accessorytray.
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insert spray gun holderwireform (J) through hole on
left side of handle(viewing from front of unit). Hold
wireform in place andattacha plastic knob (K) from
inside of unit. Tightenby hand.
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5. Insert multi-colored spray tips andother supplied
accessoriesin spaces provided in accessorytray. See
How to UseAccessory Tray.
Add EngineOil
1. Placepressurewasher on a fiat, levelsurface.
2. Cleanarea around oil fill and removeyellow oil fill
cap/dipstick.
NOTE:See OilRecommendationsin Maintenancesection.
Verify provided oil bottle is the correct viscosity for current
ambient temperature.
3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottle into oil fill opening.
NOTICE
improper treatment of pressurewasher can damageit and
shorten its life.
= DONOTattemptto crankor starttheenginebeforeit hasbeen
properlyservicedwiththerecommendedoil.Thismayresultin
anenginefailure.
4. Replaceoil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.
AddFuel
Fuel mustmeet these requirements:
• Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/87AKI (91 RON).High
altitude use, seeHigh AIItitude.
Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohoi) or up to
15% MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
WARNING
_Fuel and its are extremely flammable and
WHENADDING FUEL
* Turn pressurewasher OFFand let it cool at least2 minutes
* Fill fuel tank outdoors.
* DO NOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuelexpansion.
* iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.
* Keepfuel away from sparks,open flames, pilot lights,heat,and
* DO NOTlightacigarette or smoke.
2.
explosive.
death.
Fireor explosioncan causesevereburns or
before removing fuel cap. Loosencapslowly to relieve pressure
in tank.
other ignition sources.
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Cleanarea aroundfuel fill cap, remove cap.
Slowly add regularunleadedfuel (A) to fuel tank (B). Be
careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" (4 cm) (C) of
tank space for fuel expansion.
vapors
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NOTICE
Avoid pressurewasher damage.
Failureto follow Operator's Manual for fuel
recommendationsvoids warranty.
• DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.
• DONOTmixoil in gasoline.
• DONOTmodifyengineto runonalternatefuels.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in afuel
stabilizerwhen adding fuel. SeeStorage.All fuel is not the
same. Ifyou experiencestarting or performanceproblems
after using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change
brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The
emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine
Modifications).
3. Install fuel capand let anyspilled fuel evaporatebefore
starting engine.
HighAltitude
At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum
85 octane/ 85 AKI (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To
remainemissions compliant, high altitudeadjustment is
required.Operation without this adjustment will cause
decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and
increasedemissions. SeeanAuthorized Briggs & Stratton
dealerfor high altitude adjustment information. Operation of
the engineat altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with
the high altitude kit is not recommended.
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ConnectHoseandWater Supply to Pump
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DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected
and turned on==:=._ _ m
• Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty.
NOTE:Remove and discard the shipping caps from the
pump's high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching
hoses.
1. Uncoil high pressure hoseand attachone end of hose
to base of spray gun. Tighten by hand.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its
= NEVERconnect high pressure hose to nozzleextension.
= Keep high pressure hose connectedto pump and spray gun
= Always be certainspray gun, nozzlesandaccessoriesare
2. Attach other end of high pressurehoseto high
3. Beforeconnecting garden hoseto water inlet, inspect
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
while systemis pressurized.
correctly attached.
pressure outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.
inlet screen(A). Cleanscreen if it contains debris or
haveit replaced if damaged.DONOTrun pressure
washer if inlet screenis damaged.
4. Run waterthrough your garden hose for 30 seconds to
cleanout anydebris.
iMPORTANT:DONOTsiphon standing water for thewater
supply. UseONLY cold water (lessthan 100°F (38°C)).
5. Connectthe garden hose (not to exceed50 feet (15 m)
in length) to the water inlet.Tighten by hand.
NOTICE
Using a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check valve)
at pump inlet can cause pump or inlet connector damage.
= There MUST beat leastten feet (3 m) of unrestricted garden
hose betweenthe pressure washer inlet and any device, such as
avacuum breakeror checkvalve.
= Damageto equipment resultingfrom failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
6. Turn ONthe waterand squeezethe trigger on the spray
gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities.
WARNING
>_ Risk of eye injury.
" Spray can splash back or propel objects.
• Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Before starting the pressurewasher, besure you arewearing
adequatesafety goggles.
• NEVERsubstitute safetyglassesfor safety goggles.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Reviewthe unit's assembly to ensure you haveperformedall
of the following.
1. Be sureto readthe OperatorSafetysection andHow to
Use Your Pressure Washerin Operationsection before
using pressurewasher.
2. Make sure handleis in place and secure.
3. Checkthat oil hasbeenaddedto proper level in the
engine crankcase.
4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
5. Checkfor properly tightened hoseconnections.
6. Checkto make sure there areno kinks, cuts, or damage
to high pressure hose.
7. Provide aproper watersupply at an adequateflow.
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Featuresand Controls
_i ead this Operator's Manual and safetyrules beforeoperating your pressure washer.
Comparethe illustrations with your pressure washer, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.
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A - SprayGun-- Controlsthe application of water onto
cleaningsurface with trigger device,includestrigger lock.
B - Warning/Operating/nstructlonsTag- identifies
hazardsand proper procedureto start!stop pressure
washer.
C - NozzleExtension with Quick Connect-- Allows you to
switch betweenthree different spray tips.
B - Recoil Starter-- Usedfor starting the engine manually.
E- Fuel Tank-- Fill tank with regular unleadedfuel. Always
leaveroom for fuel expansion.
F- Throttle Lever-- Sets engine in starting mode for recoil
starter andstops a running engine.
G - ChokeLever-- Preparesa cold enginefor starting.
H- Air Filter-- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris
out of intakeair.
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L - Detergent SiphoningTube/Fitter-- Useto siphon
pressure washer safe detergentsinto the low pressure
stream.
M - NighPressure Outlet-- Connectionfor high pressure
hose.
N - WaterInlet-- Connection for garden hose.
P - OffFill/Dipstick-- Checkand fill with oil here.
R - NighPressure Nose-- Connectone endto water pump
and the other end to spray gun.
S - Accessory Tray-- Provides convenient storage for
standard and optional accessories,such as brushes,
turbo wands, etc.
T- Spray Tips-- Detergent,0°, and 25°: for various high
pressure cleaning applications.
Items Not Shown:
d -Pump-- Developshigh pressure.
K- AutomaticCool Down System- Cycleswater through
pump when water reaches125°-155°F (51°0-68°C).
Warm water will discharge from pump onto ground. This
system preventsinternalpump damage.
Data Tag(near rear of baseplate) -- Provides model and
serial number of pressure washer. Pleasehavethese readily
availableif calling for assistance.
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Operation
If you haveanyproblems operating your pressure washer,
pleasecall the pressure washer helpline at (888) 611-6708.
PressureWasher Location
CJearancesand Air Movement
WARNING
,_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
• Keepat least5 ft. (1.5m) clearanceonall sidesof pressure
Placepressurewasher outdoors in an areathatwill not
accumulate deadlyexhaustgas. DO NOTplace pressure
washer where exhaustgas (A) could accumulate and enter
inside or be drawn into a potentiallyoccupied building.
Ensureexhaust gas is kept awayfrom anywindows, doors,
ventilation intakes,or other openingsthat can allow exhaust
gasto collect in aconfined area. Prevailingwinds and air
currents should betaken into considerationwhen positioning
pressure washer.
structures or damage fuel tank causinga fire.
washerincludingoverhead.
WARNING
Running enginegives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathingcarbon monoxide cancauseheadache,
fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea,fainting or death.
• OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.
• Keepexhaustgasfromenteringa confinedareathrough
windows,doors,ventilationintakes,orotheropenings.
• DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,even
if windowsanddoorsareopen.
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Howto StartYourPressureWasher
To start your pressure washerfor thefirst time, follow these
instructions step-by-step. This starting information also
applies if you have let the pressure washersit idle for at least
a day.
1. Placepressurewasher near an outside water source
capableof supplying water at aflow rategreaterthan
3.3 gallons per minute (12.5 liters per minute) and no
less than 20 PSI (1.38 BARS)at pressure washer end
of garden hose. DONOTsiphon supply water.
2. Checkthat high pressure hose istightly connectedto
spray gun and pump. SeeAssembly section.
3. Make sure unit is in alevel position.
4. Connectgarden hoseto water inlet on pressurewasher
pump.
l NOTICE
DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected
and turned on.
instructionwillvoidwarranty.
5. Turn ONwater, point spray gun in a safedirection and
squeezetrigger to purge pump system of air and
impurities.
6. Attach nozzleextensionto spray gun. Tighten by hand.
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7. Engagetrigger lock (A)on spray gun trigger.
10.
Whenstarting engine, position yourself as
recommendedand grasp starter grip handleand pull
slowly until you feel someresistance.Then pull rapidly
to start engine.
WARNING
Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result
ll_ fin bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm
,_,_ toward engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains
could result.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spray gun
pressure.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance isfelt and
then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• After eachstarting attempt, where enginefails to run, always
point spray gun in safedirection and squeezespray gun trigger
to release high pressure. Engagespray gun trigger lock.
• Firmly graspspray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
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8. Movethrottle lever(B) to "Fast" position, shown here
as a rabbit.
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9. Move choke lever (C) to "Choke" I",1 position.
NOTE:For a warm engine, besure the choke lever is in the
"Run" l_tl position.
11. Return starter grip handle slowly. DONOTlet rope
"snap back" against starter.
12. Whenenginestarts, slowlymovechokeleverto "Run" IJtl
position,as enginewarms, if enginefalters,movechoke
leverto "Choke" I"_1position,thento "Run" I Jtt position.
13. After eachstartingattempt, where enginefails to run,
alwayspoint gun in safedirectionand squeezespray gun
trigger to releasehigh pressure.Move choke leverto
"Choke" I",1 position, and repeat steps10 through 12.
14. if engine fails to start after six pulls, move choke lever
to "Run" IJtt position, and repeatsteps 10through 12.
NOTE:Always keepthe throttle leverin the "Fast"
position when operating the pressurewasher.
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WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can cut through skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
)ossible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
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DONOTallow CHILDRENto operatepressure washer.
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Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun
while systemis pressurized.
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NEVERaimspray gun at people,animals, or plants.
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DO NOTsecure spray gun in open position.
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DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.
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NEVERuseaspray gun which does not haveatrigger lock or
trigger guard in placeandin working order.
Alwaysbe certain spray gun, nozzlesand accessoriesare
correctly attached.
WARNING
Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious
burns.
Howto StopYourPressure Washer
1. Release spray gun trigger and let engine idle for two
minutes.
2. Move throttle to SLOW _ position, then STOP
position.
3. ALWAYS point spray gun in a safe direction and
squeeze spray gun trigger to release retained high
water pressure.
IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.
WARNING
iThehigh pressurestream of water that this
equipment producescancut through skin and its
_ underlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray
ipossible amputation.
Spraygun traps high waterpressure, even when
lengine is stoppedandwater is disconnected,
iwhich can causeinjury.
whilesystemispressurized.
guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop
engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotinuse.
_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
e
e
e
structures or damage fuel tank causinga fire.
DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOID hotexhaust gases.
Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.
Keepat least5 feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.
Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and
Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintainedin
effective working order, complying to USDAForest service
standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the Stateof California a
spark arrester is required undersection 4442 of the California
PuNic resources code. Other states may havesimilar laws.
4. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun when not in use.
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Howto UseAccessoryTray
The unit is equippedwith an accessorytray with places to
store your spray gun, nozzleextension andquick connect
spray tips. There is also a hook atthe front of the accessory
tray to hold your high pressure hose.
NOTE:The extra hole in the tray is for storing a utility brush.
Theextraclip in the tray is for storing a turbo nozzle.The
brush andturbo nozzleareNOTincludedwith your pressure
washer.You can buythese items asoptional accessories.
1. Placenozzleextensionthrough hole on accessorytray,
as shown.
Howto UseSpray Tips
Thequick-connect on the nozzleextensionallows you to
switch betweenthree different quick connect spray tips.
Spraytips can bechangedwhile pressure washer is running
once spraygun trigger lock is engaged.The spraytips vary
the spray pattern asshown below.
LowPressure HighPressure
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2. Placespray gun through hole on accessorytray on
right side of unit.
NOTE:You may also use the spray gun holder wireform
attachedto the handleto store your spray gun and nozzle
extension, as shown in Featuresand Controls section.
3. insert multi-colored spray tips in spaces providedin
accessorytray.
4. Hang high pressurehoseon hook attachedto
accessorytray onfront of tray, as shown.
Black
Useto apply 1750 PSi
detergent 2.3 GPIVl
Followtheseinstructionsto changespraytips:
1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.
25° Green
0° Red
2550 PSi
2.0 GPM
WARNING
The high pressure stream of waterthat this
_ quipment produces can cut through skin andits
• NEVERexchangespraytipswithoutlockingthetriggerlockon
• DONOTtwist spraytips whilespraying.
2. Pull back collar on quick-connect and pull current
3. Select desiredspray tip:
4. Pull back on collar, insert newspray tip and release
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
thespraygun.
spray tip off. Store spraytips in holder provided on the
accessorytray.
• Forgentle rinse, selectgreen 25° spray tip.
To scour surface, select red 0° spray tip.
To apply detergent,select black spraytip.
collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is securely in
place.
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UsageTips
* For most effective cleaning, keepspray tip from 8 to
24 inches (20 to 61 cm) awayfrom cleaning surface.
* If you get spray tip too close, especiallyusing a high
pressure spray tip, you may damagesurface being
cleaned.
* DONOTget closerthan 6 inches (15 cm) when
cleaningtires.
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Cleaning andApplyingDetergent
CAUTION
Chemicalscan causebodily injury,and/or property
damage.
, NEVERusecausticliquidwith pressurewasher.
, UseONLYpressurewashersafedetergents/soaps.Followall
manufacturersinstructions.
TOapply detergent,fellow these steps:
1. Reviewuse of spray tips.
2. Preparedetergent solution as requiredby job.
3. Placesmall filter end of detergent siphoning tube into
detergent container.
NOTICE
Contactwith the hot muffler candamagedetergent
siphoning tube.
• Wheninsertingthefilterintoadetergentsolutionbottle,route
thetubesoasto keepit from inadvertentlycontactingthehot
muffler.
NOTE:Make surethe filter is fully submerged in detergent
while applying detergent.
4. Make sure black spray tip is installed.
NOTE:Detergent cannot be applied with the high pressure
spray tips (Greenor Red).
5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet.
Checkthat high pressure hoseis connectedto spray
gun and pump. Turn on water.
6. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun and start engine
following instructions How to Start Your Pressure
Washer.
7. Apply detergentto a dry surface,starting at lower
portion of areato be washedand work upward, using
long, even,overlapping strokes.
8. Allow detergentto "soak in" for 3-5 minutes before
washing and rinsing. Reapplyas neededto prevent
surfacefrom drying. DO NOTallow detergentto dry on
(prevents streaking).
IMPORTANT:You must flush the detergent siphoning
system aftereach useby placingthe filter into a bucket of
cleanwater, then run the pressurewasher in low pressure
for 1-2 minutes.
PressureWasher Rinsing
For Rinsing:
1. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.
2. Removeblackspray tip from nozzleextension.
3. Select and install desired high pressurespray tip
following instructions How to UseSpray Tips.
4. Keepspray gun a safedistance from areayou plan to
spray.
WARNING
_ iKickback spray gun can cause you to
from fall.
NOTICE
You must attach all hoses beforeyou startthe engine.
• Startingtheenginewithoutall thehosesconnectedandwithout
thewaterturnedONwill damagethe pump.
• Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty.
= Operatepressurewasher from a stablesurface.
• Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasher from
a ladder,scaffolding, orany other similar location.
= Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen usinghigh
pressure sprayto avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
5. Applyahigh pressuresprayto asmall areaandthen
checksurfacefor damage.If no damageisfound,you
canassumeit is okayto continue rinsing.
6. Start attop of areato berinsed,working down with same
overlappingstrokes asyou used for cleaning.
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Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube
if you usedthe detergent siphoning tube, you must flush it
with cleanwater before stopping theengine.
1. Placedetergentsiphoning tube/filterina bucket fuji of
cleanwater.
2. Engagetrigger lock on spray gun.
3. Removehigh pressure spray tip from nozzleextension.
4. Select and install blackdetergent spraytip following
instructions How to Use Spray Tips.
5. Flush for 1-2 minutes.
6. Shut off enginefollowing instructions How to Stop
Pressure Washerand turn off water supply.
7. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safedirection and
squeezespray guntrigger to releaseretainedhigh
water pressure.
IMPORTANT:Spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when engineis stopped andwater is disconnected.
WARNING
iThehigh pressurestream of water that this
equipment producescancut through skin and its
_ underlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezespray
Automatic Cool Down System(ThermalRelief)
If you run the engineon your pressure washerfor
3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
circulating water in the pump can reachtemperatures above
125°F (51°C).The system engagesto cool the pump by
discharging the warm water onto the ground.
ipossible amputation.
Spraygun traps high waterpressure, even when
lengine is stoppedandwater is disconnected,
iwhich can causeinjury.
whilesystemispressurized.
guntrigger,to releasehighpressure,everytimeyoustop
engine.Engagetriggerlockwhennotinuse.
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