Operation. Briggs & Stratton 2050PSI, CleanShot 020206-0, CLEANSHOT 2050PSI

CleanShot™ 2050 PSI Pressure Washer

HOW TO USE YOUR

PRESSURE WASHER

If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-743-4115.

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

3.0 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 Washer for Use” for illustrations.

3.

Make sure unit is in a level position.

4.

Connect garden hose to water inlet on pressure washer pump. Turn ON water.

CAUTION

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.

Attach adjustable nozzle extension to spray gun

(Figure 4).Tighten by hand.

Figure 4 — Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun

6.

Position nozzle in low pressure mode (see “How to

Use the Adjustable Nozzle”) and squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve air pressure caused by turning ON water.Water will flow out of spray gun in a thin stream. Continue to hold trigger until there is a steady stream of water and no air remains in system.This will make it easier to pull start engine. Release trigger.

7.

Engage safety latch to spray gun trigger (Figure 5).

Figure 5 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged

Safety Latch

8.

Start engine according to instructions given in engine owner’s manual.

CAUTION

Avoid injury from kickback.

• Squeeze trigger on spray gun each time recoil starter is pulled and engine fails to start.

NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the “Fast” position when operating the pressure washer.

How to Stop Your Pressure Washer

1.

Let engine idle for two minutes.

2.

Turn engine off according to instructions given in engine owner’s manual.

3.

Squeeze trigger on the spray gun to relieve pressure in the hose.

NOTE: A small amount of water will squirt out when you release the pressure.

How to Use the Adjustable Nozzle

You should now know how to START and STOP your pressure washer.The information in this section will tell you how to adjust the spray pattern and to apply detergent or other cleaning chemicals.

CAUTION

A pressure washer produces a high pressure spray which increases risk of injury and damage to unit.

• NEVER adjust spray pattern when spraying.

• NEVER put hands in front of nozzle to adjust spray pattern.

1.

Slide nozzle forward when you wish to adjust spray to low pressure mode (Figure 6). Slide nozzle backward to achieve high pressure.

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Figure 6 — Adjusting Nozzle for Pressure

Slide nozzle backward for High Pressure

Mode

Slide nozzle forward for low pressure mode and detergent application

2.

Point nozzle down towards a firm surface and press trigger to test pattern (Figure 7).

Figure 7 — Testing the Spray Pattern

5.

If you get spray nozzle too close, especially using high pressure mode, you may damage surface being cleaned.

6.

DO NOT get closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires.

Using the Turbo Nozzle

The turbo nozzle rotates the high pressure stream in a rapid circular pattern.The high pressure spray is most effective when the tip of the nozzle extension is held between 8 to 24 inches from the surface being cleaned.

CAUTION

The turbo nozzle produces an extremely high pressure spray which is capable of removing paint and cutting holes through surfaces if held too close.

• Always make sure the surface you will clean will not be damaged by the high pressure spray by testing in a hidden area.

To attach the turbo nozzle to the spray gun:

1.

Engage safety latch to spray gun trigger.

2.

Remove the nozzle extension from the spray gun, if attached.

3.

Attach the turbo nozzle extension to spray gun

(Figure 9).Tighten by hand.

Figure 9 — Connect Turbo Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun

3.

Twisting nozzle adjusts spray pattern from a narrow pattern to a fan pattern (Figure 8).

Figure 8 — Adjusting the Nozzle for Spray Pattern

Rotate nozzle counterclockwise for fan spray pattern

Rotate nozzle clockwise for narrow spray pattern

4.

For most effective cleaning, keep spray nozzle from

8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface.

4.

Disengage safety latch to spray gun trigger.

5.

Always start the turbo nozzle at a distance, gradually getting closer to the surface until you get the cleaning force you want.

NOTE: Detergent cannot be applied with turbo nozzle.

Using the Utility Brush

The utility brush allows you to scrub surfaces with water filtering through the bristles.

To attach the utility brush to the spray gun:

1.

Engage safety latch to spray gun trigger.

2.

Tighten the adapter to the brush base.

3.

Remove the nozzle extension from the spray gun, if attached.

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4.

Attach the brush with the adapter to the spray gun.

Tighten by hand (Figure 10).

Figure 10 - Attaching Utility Brush to Spray Gun

NOTE: You must use the adapter to attach the brush to the spray gun.

5.

Disengage safety latch to spray gun trigger.

Applying Detergent with the

Adjustable Nozzle

IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for

pressure washers. Household detergents could damage the pump.

CAUTION

You must attach all hoses before you start the engine.

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

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

To apply detergent, follow these steps:

1.

Review use of adjustable nozzles.

2.

Prepare detergent solution as required by job.

3.

Place filter end of chemical injection hose into detergent container.

CAUTION

Keep the chemical injection tube from coming in contact with the hot muffler.

• When inserting the filter into a detergent solution bottle, route the tube so as to keep it from inadvertently contacting the hot muffler.

4.

Slide adjustable nozzle forward to low pressure mode.

Detergent cannot be applied with nozzle in high pressure position.

5.

Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet.

Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray gun and pump. Start engine.

6.

Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower portion of area to be washed and work upward, using long, even, overlapping strokes.

7.

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).

IMPORTANT: You must flush the chemical injection system after each use by placing the filter into a bucket of clean water, then run the pressure washer in low pressure for 1-2 minutes.

Pressure Washer Rinsing

For Rinsing:

1.

Slide the nozzle backward to high pressure, press the trigger and wait for the detergent to clear.

NOTE: You can also stop detergent from flowing by simply removing chemical injection hose from bottle.

2.

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

WARNING

High pressure spray could cause you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface.

• Keep spray nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface.

• Operate this unit on a stable surface.

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

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

3.

Apply a high pressure spray to a small area, then check the surface for damage. If no damage is found, it is okay to continue cleaning.

4.

Start at the top of the area to be rinsed, working down with same overlapping strokes as you used for washing and applying detergent.

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.The system engages to cool the pump by discharging the warm water onto the ground.

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