Briggs & Stratton 20263 manual Operation, How to Stop Your Pressure Washer, Safety Latch

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Section 4: Operation

8.Engage trigger lock on spray gun trigger (Figure 12).

Figure 12 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged

Safety Latch

9.When starting engine, position yourself as recommended in Figure 13 and start engine according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.Also see operating instructions tag located on the pressure washer.

Figure 13 - 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.

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

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.

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

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Contents 020263 3100 PSI Equipment Description Table of ContentsSafety Rules Operate pressure washer only outdoors When Adding FuelUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock High pressure spray may damage fragile items including glass Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect Allows you to Section Features and ControlsSafety Goggles not shown Always use the enclosed Know Your Pressure WasherPreparing Pressure Washer for USE Assembly SectionAssembly Attach chemical hose to chemical injection fitting on pump AssemblyAttach Chemical Hose to Pump Add Engine Oil and FuelNot use if Checklist Before Starting EngineConnect Hose and Water Supply to Pump HereTo Start Your Pressure Washer HOW to USE Pressure WasherSection Operation Pressure Washer LocationOperation How to Stop Your Pressure WasherSafety Latch Engage trigger lock on spray gun when not in useEngage trigger lock on spray gun How to Use Accessory TrayHow to Use ProjectPro Nozzle System Follow these instructions to change ProjectPro nozzlesDelicate ProjectPro nozzle Figure Rust removal or other stubborn substances tarPatio furniture, lawn equipment, etc., select yellow Gum, grease, wax, etc., select red MaxThermal Relief Cleaning and Applying DetergentPressure Washer Rinsing Automatic Cool Down SystemPressure Washer Maintenance Maintenance SectionSpecifications General Maintenance RecommendationsRing Maintenance MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Nozzle MaintenanceProtecting the Pump StoragePreparing Unit for Storage Storing the EngineProblem Cause Correction TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Page Page Limited Warranty Reglas DE Seguridad Reglas de SeguridadTabla DE Contenidos Descripción DEL EquipoCuando Añada Combustible Sección 1 Reglas de SeguridadCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Precaución Conozca SU Maquina Lavadora a Presion Características y ControlesPreparando EL Lavador a Presión Para SU USO MontajeMontaje Coloque la lavadora a presión sobre una superficie nivelada Sección 3 MontajeMontaje de Manguera de Productos Químicos a Bomba Agregar Aceite al Motor y GasolinaProporcione el suministro de agua adecuado Conecte la Manguera y el Suministro de Agua a la BombaLista de Revision Previa al Arranque del Motor Deposite la gasolina adecuada en el tanque del combustibleCómo Darle Arranque a su Lavadora a Presión OperaciónCómo Usar SU Lavadora a Presión Ubicación del Lavadora a PresiónEl Pasador de la Seguridad Sección 4 OperaciónCómo Parar su Lavador a Presión La Presión Alta Utilización de la Bandeja de AccesoriosCómo Usar el Sistema de Boquillas ProjectPro La Presión BajaFigura 39 Boquilla Suave Elija la boquilla ProjectPro que deseeOn Posición Off Posición Limpieza y Aplicación del QuímicoEnjuage de la Máquina Lavadora a Presión Sistema de Enfriamiento Automático Alivio TérmicoAntes de Cada Uso MantenimientoEspecificaciones Recomendaciones GeneralesMantenimiento de los Anillos O Sección 5 MantenimientoMantenimiento DEL Motor Mantenimiento de la BoquillaProteger la Bomba Sección 6 AlmacenamientoPreparando LA Unidad Para SU Almacenamiento Almacenando EL MotorReparacion DE Daños Diagnosticos de AveríasNotas Garantía Limitada

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