Briggs & Stratton 20258 manual Operation, How to Stop Pressure Washer

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Section 4: Operation

9.When starting engine, position yourself as recommended in Figure 8 and start engine according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.Also see operating instructions tag located on the pressure washer.

Figure 8 - 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 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 Advertencia Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este manualSafety Rules Table of ContentsEquipment Description When Adding Fuel Operate pressure washer only outdoorsUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock High pressure spray may damage fragile items including glass Choke Lever Section Features and ControlsKnow Your Pressure Washer Recoil StarterAssembly Assembly SectionPreparing Pressure Washer for USE Add Engine Oil and Fuel AssemblyChecklist Before Starting Engine Connect Hose and Water Supply to PumpOperation Section HOW to USE Pressure WasherHow to Start Engine Pressure Washer LocationHow to Stop Pressure Washer OperationHow to Use Spray Tips Cleaning and Applying DetergentAutomatic Cool Down System Cleaning Detergent Siphoning TubePressure Washer Rinsing Thermal ReliefGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Maintenance SectionSpecifications Pressure Washer MaintenanceNozzle Maintenance MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Ring MaintenanceMaintenance Item Daily Hours Pump MaintenanceOil Change Procedure Check Oil LevelStoring the Engine StoragePreparing the Unit for Storage Protecting the PumpTroubleshooting TroubleshootingCAT Pumps Warranty This Warranty is Subject to the Following ConditionsLimited Warranty Reglas de Seguridad Conserve Estas InstruccionesSección 1 Reglas de Seguridad Cuando Añada CombustibleCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Precaución Características y Controles Conozca SU Maquina Lavadora DE PresionMontaje MontajePreparando EL Lavador a Presión Para SU USO Conecte la Manguera y el Suministro de Agua a la Bomba Sección 3 MontajeLista de Revision Previa al Arranque del Motor Ubicación del Lavadora a Presión OperaciónCómo Usar SU Lavadora a Presión Cómo Darle Arranque a su Lavadora a PresiónSección 4 Operación Cómo Parar su Lavador a PresiónPara aplicar el detergente, siga los siguientes pasos Cómo Usar las Puntas de RociadoLimpieza y Aplicación del Detergente La Presión BajaLimpiando el Tubo Enjuage de la Máquina Lavadora a PresiónSistema de Enfriamiento Automático Alivio Térmico Recomendaciones Generales MantenimientoEspecificaciones Mantenimiento DE LA Lavadora a PresionMantenimiento de la Puntas de Rocío Sección 5 MantenimientoMantenimiento DEL Motor Mantenimiento de los Anillos OProcedimiento de Cambio de Aceite Mantenimiento DEL BombaCompruebe el Nivel de Aceite Coloque la limpiadora a presión en una superficie planaAlmacenando EL Motor AlmacenamientoPreparando LA Unidad Para SU Almacenamiento Proteger la BombaProblema Diagnosticos de AveríasDiagnosticos DE Averías SoluciónUso del consumidor Uso comercial

20258 specifications

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