Briggs & Stratton 20258 Assembly, Add Engine Oil and Fuel, Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump

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Section 3: Assembly

Add Engine Oil and Fuel

• Place pressure washer on a level surface.

CAUTION

Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure.

•Refer to engine operaor’s manual for oil and fuel fill information.

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

•Refer to engine operator’s manual and follow oil and fuel recommendations and instructions.

NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to engine operator’s manual for recommendations.

Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump

IMPORTANT: To avoid pump damage, you must assemble the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses before you start the engine.

1.Remove and discard tape from domed oil filler cap on top of pump.

2.Uncoil high pressure hose and attach quick connect end of hose to base of spray gun (Figure 3). Pull down on collar of quick connect, slide onto spray gun and let go of collar.Tug on hose to be sure of a tight connection.

Figure 3 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun

Connect high pressure hose here

NOTE: Remove and discard all pump shipping caps before attaching hoses.

3.Similarly, attach other end of high pressure hose to the high pressure outlet on pump. Pull down on collar of quick connect, slide onto pump and let go of collar. Pull on hose to be sure of a tight connection.

4.Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet screen (Figure 4). Clean screen if it contains debris or replace if damaged. DO NOT run pressure washer if inlet screen is missing or damaged.

Figure 4 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet

Inspect inlet screen. DO NOT use if damaged or missing; clean if dirty.

5.Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.Turn off water.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).

6.Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length) to water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 4).

CAUTION

There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden hose between the pressure washer inlet and any flow shut off device, such as a ‘Y’ shut-off connector or other convenience- type water shut-off valve.

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

7.Turn ON water, point gun in a safe direction and squeeze trigger to purge pump system of air and impurities.

WARNING

High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other particles to become airborne.

•Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in vicinity of where equipment is in use.

•Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing adequate safety goggles.

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit’s assembly to confirm you have performed all of the following:

1.Make sure handle is secure.

2.Check for properly tightened hose connections.

3.Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage to high pressure hose.

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

5.Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

6.Provide a proper water supply (not to exceed 100°F).

7.Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your Pressure Washer” before using pressure washer.

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Contents Advertencia Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este manualEquipment Description Table of ContentsSafety Rules 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 Section Features and Controls Know Your Pressure WasherChoke Lever Recoil StarterPreparing Pressure Washer for USE Assembly SectionAssembly Assembly Checklist Before Starting EngineAdd Engine Oil and Fuel Connect Hose and Water Supply to PumpHOW to USE Pressure Washer How to Start EngineOperation Section Pressure Washer LocationHow to Stop Pressure Washer OperationHow to Use Spray Tips Cleaning and Applying DetergentCleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube Pressure Washer RinsingAutomatic Cool Down System Thermal ReliefMaintenance Section SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Pressure Washer MaintenanceMaintenance Engine MaintenanceNozzle Maintenance Ring MaintenancePump Maintenance Oil Change ProcedureMaintenance Item Daily Hours Check Oil LevelStorage Preparing the Unit for StorageStoring the Engine 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 PresionPreparando EL Lavador a Presión Para SU USO MontajeMontaje Lista de Revision Previa al Arranque del Motor Sección 3 MontajeConecte la Manguera y el Suministro de Agua a la Bomba Operación Cómo Usar SU Lavadora a PresiónUbicación del Lavadora a Presión Cómo Darle Arranque a su Lavadora a PresiónSección 4 Operación Cómo Parar su Lavador a PresiónCómo Usar las Puntas de Rociado Limpieza y Aplicación del DetergentePara aplicar el detergente, siga los siguientes pasos La Presión BajaSistema de Enfriamiento Automático Alivio Térmico Enjuage de la Máquina Lavadora a PresiónLimpiando el Tubo Mantenimiento EspecificacionesRecomendaciones Generales Mantenimiento DE LA Lavadora a PresionSección 5 Mantenimiento Mantenimiento DEL MotorMantenimiento de la Puntas de Rocío Mantenimiento de los Anillos OMantenimiento DEL Bomba Compruebe el Nivel de AceiteProcedimiento de Cambio de Aceite Coloque la limpiadora a presión en una superficie planaAlmacenamiento Preparando LA Unidad Para SU AlmacenamientoAlmacenando EL Motor Proteger la BombaDiagnosticos de Averías Diagnosticos DE AveríasProblema SoluciónUso del consumidor Uso comercial

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