Briggs & Stratton 20228 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section H oSafety RuHes .......................... 2-4

Section 2 - Features and ControHs ................... 5

Section 3 o AssembHy ............................ 6-8

Section 4 o Operation .......................... 9- H3

Section 5 ° Product Specifications ................... H4

Section 5 o Maintenance ........................ H4oH6

Section 6 o Storage .............................. H7

Section 7 oTroubleshooting ........................ H8

Warranty ...................................... H9

EQUmPNENT

-] Read this manuamcarefummyand become famimiar

pressure washer. Know its

Jwith

...... your

appmications,its mimitations _d any hazards

invomved.

This manuaH contains information for a pressure washer

that operates up to a maximum of 2,200 PSI and at a

maximum flow rate of 2.2 gallons per minute.This high

quality residential system features 14" wheels, axial cam

pump with stainHess steel pistons, automatic cooH down

system, chemical iniection system, and a variety of nozzle

sizes.AHso incHudes safety goggHes, 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 atomsafety messages that fommow this

symbom to avoid possibme iniury or death.

The safety aHert symboH (_) is used with asignaH word

(DANGER, CAUTION,WARNING), a pictoriaHand/or a

safety message to aHert you to hazards. DANGER indicates

a hazard which_ if not avoided_ will resuHt in death or serious

iniury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could resuHt in death or serious iniury. CAUTION

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might resuHt in

minor or moderate iniury. CAUTION, when used

without the aHert symbol indicates a situation that couHd

resuHt in equipment damage. FoHHow safety messages to

avoid or reduce the risk of iniury or death.

[

Hazard Symbols and Meanings

Toxic Fumes

Slippery Surface

Fire

Electrical Shock

Fail Fluid Hniection

Explosion Hot Surface

Moving Parts Hying Obiects Kickback

Section 1: Safety RuJes

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

endosure.

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 wilI

provide the necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors.

WARNING

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 fall due to slippery surfaces.

Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from

a ladder; scaffolding or any other relativdy unstable location.

Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high

pressure spray to avoid injury if gun kicks back.

When starting engine, pull cord slovdy 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

WHEN ADDmNG FUEL

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

before removing gascap,

Fillfi]eI tank outdoors.

DO NOT overfill tank.AIIow space for"fuel expansion.

Keep fuel away E'om sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and

other" ignition sources.

DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

VHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

•Transport/repair with fue! tank EHPTY or with fue! 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 fuel vapors.

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.

Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun

while systemis pressurized,

Squeezetrigger on spray gunto relieve trapped pressure,

every time you stop engine. Engagetrigger lock on spraygun.

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 walls and/or other combustible materials.

Keep at least 3feet of clearance on all sides of pressure

washer for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federa[ laws apply on federal

lands. [f you equip the muffler with a spark arrester; it must be

maintained in effective working order:

WARNING

. DO NOT wear loose clothing, ieweIry or anything that may

be caught in the starter or" other rotating parts.

. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry;

WARNING

. Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

WARNING l

WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAiRSTOYOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire

where it cannot contact spark phJ 8.

CAUTION

DO NOT tamper with governed speed.

DO NOT operate pressure washer above rated pressure.

CAUTION

DO NOT secure spray gun in open position,

DO NOT leave spray gun unattended while machine is

running.

NEVER use a spray gun which does not have a trigger lock or

trigger guard in place and in working order:

Always be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are

correctly attached.

DO NOT point spray gun at glass when using PIAX (pin

point) nozzle.

NEVER aim spray gun at plants,

If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or

contact griggs & Stratton Power Products.

NEVER operate units with broken or missing parts, or

without protective housing or covers,

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

Before starting pressure washer in cold weather, check all

parts of the equipment to be sure ice has not formed there.

NEVER move machine by pulling on high pressure hose. Use

handle provided on unit.

Check fuel system for leaks or" signs of deterioration, such as

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

tank or cap. Correct all defects before operating pressure

waghe[:

This equipment is designed to be used with Briggs & Stratmn

Power Products authorized parts ONLY. If equipment is used

with parts that DO NOT comply with minimum specifications,

user assumes all risks and liabilities_

Features and Controls

KNOWYOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer,

Compare the ilhstradons with >,our pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and

adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Spray Gun Nozzle Extension

with Quick Connect

AccessoryTray Turbo Nozzle

ProiectPro TM

Recoil Sgarter Nozzles

Air Filter

Primer Bulb

Throttle Lever

High Pressure Hose

Oil Fill/Dipstick

High Pressure Outlet

& VVater inlet

Chemical Injection

Accessory Tray -- Provides convenient storage for

standard and optional accessories_ such as brushes_ turbo

wands_etc.

Air Filter -- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris

out of intake air.

Automatic Cool Down System -- Cycles water

through pump when water reaches [25°, [55°E'Warm

water will discharge from pump onto ground.This system

prevents internal pump damage.

Chemical injection Siphon/Filter -- Use to siphon

detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low

pressurestream.

DataTag (not shown, near rear of base pmate) -

Provides mode[ and serial number of pressure washer.

Please have these readily available if calling for assistance.

Fue[ Tank -- Fill tank with regular unleaded fuel.Always

leave room for fuel expansion,

High Pressure Hose -- Connect one end to water

pump and the other end to spray gun.

Pump equipped with

Automatic Cool Down System

High Pressure Outlet -- Connection for high pressure

hose.

Nozzme Extension with Quick Connect --Allows you

to switch between four different nozzles.

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

Primer Bumb -- Prepares a cold engine for starting.

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.

ProjectPro TMNozzmes -- Detergent_ Max, General and

Delicate nozzles: for various pressure cleaning applications.

Throtde Lever -- Sets engine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine.

Turbo Nozzle -- Ro[ates a high pressure stream in a

rapid circular pattern.

Water [rimer -- Connection for garden hose.

ASSEMBLY

iMPORTANT: Read entire owner's manuai before you

attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.

Remove Pressure Washer From

H. Remove the parts bag, accessoNes, and inserts inciuded

with pressure washer.

2. SHice two corners at the end of carton from top to

bottom so the panei can be foided down fiat.

3. Remove pressure washer from carton.

Carton Contents

items in the carton include:

Hain Unit

Handle

High Pressure Hose

Spray Gun

Nozzie Extension with Quick Connect Fitting

Piastic Accessory Tray

Safety Go_les

OH Bottle

Turbo Nozzle with Quick Connect

Parts Bag (which includes the following):

Owner's Hanual

Engine Hanual

Owner's Registration Card

Bag containing 4multi-colored ProjectPro TM

Nozzles

Handle/Tray Fastening Hardware Kit (which

inciudes):

Carriage Bolts (2)

Piastic Knobs (2)

Tree Clips (4)

PREPARING PRESSURE

WASHER FOR USE

If you have any problems with the assembly of your

pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged, cail the

pressure washer helpline at J-8e0-743-41 l S. If calling for

assistance, please have the model revision, and serial

number from the data tag available.

To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you

will need to perform these tasks:

I. Fill out and send in registration card.

2. Attach handle to main unit, then attach accessory tray

to handle.

3. Add oii to engine crankcase.

4. Add fuel to fuel tank.

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

6. Connect water suppiy to pump.

7. Attach nozzle extension to spray gun.

8. Selecdattach quick connect ProjectPro TMnozzle to

nozzle extension.

Attach Handle and Accessory Tray

l, Place handle onto handle supports connected to main

unit. Hake sure holes in handle align with holes on

handle supports (Figure I).

NOTE: It may be necessary to move the handle supports

from side to side in order to align the handle so it will slide

over the handle supports,

Section 3: Assembly

2. Insert carriage bolts through holes from outside of unit

and attach a phstic knob from inside of unit (Figure 2).

Tighten by hand.

3. Placeaccessorytray over holes on handle (viewing

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

until they sit fiat againstthe accessory tray (Figure 3).

4. Insert multi-colored Pro]ectPro TMnozzles and other

supplied accessories in spaces provided in accessory

tray. See "How to Use AccessoryTray'.

Add Engine Oil and Fuel

°Place pressure washer on a [eve[ surface.

•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 manual and follow oil and fuel

recommendations and instructions.

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

engine owner's manual for recommendations.

Section 3: Assembly

Connect Hose and Water Supply to

iMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must assemble

the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses

before you start the engine.

NOTE: Remove and discard the shipping caps from the

pumps high pressure outlet and water inlet before

attaching hoses.

I. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hose

to base of spray gun (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.

hose here

2. Attach other end of high pressure hose to high

pressure outlet on pump (Figure 5).Tighten by hand.

Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect

inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains

debris or have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT RUN

PRESSUREWASHEP, IF INLET SCREEN IS DAMAGED.

Inspect inlet

screen_ DO NOT

use if damaged;

clean if dirty.

4. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds

to clean out any debris.

mMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the

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

S. Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in

length) to the water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 6).

Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this

instruction wilI void warranD,,

Turn ON the water and squeeze the trigger on the

gun to purge the 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 she pressure washer,be sure you are wearing

adequate eye protection.

Cheddist Before Startin Eg LEn ine

Review the unit's assembly to ensure 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 the

engine crankcase.

3. Add proper gasoline to fuel tank.

4. Check for properly tightened hose connections.

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

damage to high pressure hose.

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

7. Be sure to read "Safety Rules" and "HowTo UseYour

Pressure _A/asher" before using pressure washer.

Operation

HOWTO USEYOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

If you have any problems operating your pressure washer,

please call the pressure washer heIpline at 1-800-743-4115.

Operate pressure washer ONLY outdoors.

Keep exhaust gasfrom entering a confined area through

windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.

DO NOT operate pressure washer inside any building or

enclosure.

The pressure washer must be at least 5 ft. (I 52 cm) from

structures having combustible walls and/or other

combustible materials. Leave at least 3 ft. (92 cm) all around

pressure washer including overhea& for adequate cooling,

maintenance and servicing.

Place pressure washer in a well ventilated area, which will

allow for removal of deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT place

pressure washer where exhaust gas could accumulate and

enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied

building. Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any

windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings that

can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined area

(Figure 7). Prevailing winds and air currents should be taken

into consideration when positioning pressure washer.

Typical Pressu_ e

Washe_ Shown

Exhaust Port

How to StartYour Pressure Washer

To start your pressure washer for the first time, follow

these instructions step-by-step.This starting information

also applies if you have let the pressure washer sit idle for

at least a day.

I. Place pressure washer near an outside water source

capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than

3.2 gallons per minute and no less than 20 PSI at

pressure washer end of garden hose.

2. Check that high pressure hose is tightly connected to

spray gun and pump. See "Preparing Pressure VVasher

for Use" for illustrations.

3. Hake sure unit is in a level position.

4. Connect garden hose to water inlet on pressure

washer pump. Turn ON water.

• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this

instruction will void warrant>.,

5. Attach nozzle extension to spray gun (Figure 8).

Tighten by hand.

Choose ProjectPro TMnozzle you want to use, pull

back on collar of nozzle extensiom insert nozzle and

release colhr.Tug on nozzle to make sure it is securely

in place (Figure 9). See "How to Use ProiectPro TM

7. Engage trigger loci< on spray gun trigger (Figure 10).

Section 4: Operation

8. Start engine according to instructions given in engine

owner's manuaLAHso see operating instructions tag

Hocated on the pressure washer,

When starting engine, pull cord slowiy undJ 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.

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

)osition when operating the pressure washer.

WARNING

DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

Allow equipment to cool before touching.

The pressure washer must be at least 5 feet from structures

having combustible wails and/or other combustible materials.

Keep at least 3feet of clearance on all sides of pressure

washer for" adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code), Other"

states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal

lands. If you equip the muffler" with a spark arrester, it must be

maintained in effective working order:

How to Sto 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 iniury.

NOTE: A small amount of water will squirt out when

pressure is released.

WARNING

Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun

while system is pressurized.

Squeeze triter on spray gun to relieve trapped pressure,

every time you stop engine. Engage triter lock on spray gun.

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

The unit is equipped with an accessory tray with places to

store your spray gun_ nozzle extension, turbo nozzle_ and

ProjectPro TM nozzles.There is also a hook at the front of

the accessory tray to hold your high pressure hose.

NOTE:The extra hole in the tray is for storing a utility

brush.The brush is NOT included with your pressure

washer.You can buy the brush as an optional accessory,

I. Place nozzle extension through hole on accessory tray,

as shown in Figure II.

2. Place spray gun through hole on accessory tray on

right side of unit (Figure II).

3. Push turbo nozzle up and into clip on accessory tray

until it snaps in, as shown in Figure I I.

4. Hang high pressure hose on hook attached to accessory

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

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