Briggs & Stratton 020238-0 How to Stop Your Pressure Washer, Recommended Starting Position

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SpeedClean™ 2000 PSI Pressure Washer

9.When starting engine, position yourself as recommended in Figure 9 and start engine according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.Also see operating instructions tag located on the pressure washer.

Figure 9 - Recommended Starting Position

WARNING

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

•ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger, to release pressure and avoid kickback each time, before starting engine.

•When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

•After each starting attempt, where engine fails to run, always point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to release high pressure.

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

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

WARNING

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.

Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.

•DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.

•Allow equipment to cool before touching.

•Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure washer including overhead.

•Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 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 5100-1C 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.

How to Stop Your Pressure Washer

1.Let engine idle for two minutes.

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

3.ALWAYS point gun in a safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to release retained high water pressure.

WARNING

The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause injury.

•Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while system is pressurized.

•ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger, to release high pressure, every time you stop engine. Engage trigger lock when not in use.

IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.

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

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Contents 2000PSI Equipment Description Table of ContentsSafety Rules When Transporting or Repairing Equipment Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock High pressure spray may damage fragile items including glass Know Your Pressure Washer Unpack the Pressure Washer AssemblyCarton Contents Preparing Pressure Washer for USEAdd Engine Oil and Fuel Install Wheel KitRefer to and install the wheel kit as follows Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump Checklist Before Starting EnginePressure Washer Clearance HOW to USE Your Pressure WasherHow to Start Your Pressure Washer Pressure Washer LocationRecommended Starting Position How to Stop Your Pressure WasherTo apply detergent, follow these steps How to Use the Adjustable NozzleApplying Detergent with the Adjustable Nozzle Usage TipsThermal Relief Cleaning Detergent Siphoning TubePressure Washer Rinsing Automatic Cool Down SystemPressure Washer Maintenance SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Orifice Nozzle MaintenanceRing Maintenance Pump Oil MaintenanceProtecting the Pump Engine MaintenancePreparing the Unit for Storage Storing the EngineProblem Cause Correction TroubleshootingSpeedClean 2000 PSI Pressure Washer Limited Warranty Advertencia Tabla DE ContenidosDescripción DEL Equipo Reglas DE SeguridadCuando Añada Combustible Cuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Precaución Tapa del Depósito del Aceite Llene el motor con aceite Conozca SU Maquina Lavadora a PresionFiltro y Tubo para Recolección de Detergente no Preparando EL Lavador a Presión Para SU USO MontajeLista de Revision Previa al Arranque del Motor Agregar Aceite al Motor y CombustibleConecte la Manguera y el Suministro de Agua a la Bomba Espacio Libre Alrededor del Lavadora a Presión Cómo Usar SU Máquina Lavadora a PresiónUbicación del Lavadora a Presión Cómo Darle Arranque a su Máquina Lavadora a PresiónFigura 24 Posición Recomendada para el Arranque Cómo Detener su Máquina Lavadora a PresiónPara aplicar el detergente, siga los siguientes pasos Cómo Usar la Boquilla AjustableAplicación del Detergente Usando la Boquilla Ajustable Uso InclinaPara Enjuage Enjuage de la Máquina Lavadora a PresiónLimpiando el Tubo Sistema de Enfriamiento Automático Alivio TérmicoMantenimiento DE LA Maquina Lavadora a Presion EspecificacionesRecomendaciones Generales Boquilla Mantenimiento DEL MotorMantenimiento de la Boquilla Mantenimiento de los Anillos OProteger la Bomba Preparando LA Unidad Para SU AlmacenamientoAlmacenando EL Motor Reparacion DE Averias Notas Garantía Limitada

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