Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump. Briggs & Stratton Electric Pressure Washer

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.

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.

2. Attach other end of high pressure hose to high pressure outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 before using pressure washer.

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

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

4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

5. Check for properly tightened hose connections.

4. 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.

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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