Briggs & Stratton 01988-1 manual Operation, How to Stop Pressure Washer

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Section 4: Operation

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

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

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.

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.

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

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Contents Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este manual AdvertenciaEquipment 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 Quick Connect Choke Lever Section Features and ControlsKnow Your Pressure Washer Nozzle Extension withPreparing Pressure Washer for USE Assembly SectionAssembly Carton ContentsConnect Hose and Water Supply to Pump AssemblyAttach Handle Add Engine Oil and FuelScreen. do not Checklist Before Starting EnginePressure Washer Location HOW to USE Pressure WasherHow to Start Engine Section OperationOperation How to Stop Pressure WasherCleaning and Applying Chemical How to Use Spray TipsDischarging the warm water onto the ground Cleaning Detergent Siphoning TubePressure Washer Rinsing Automatic Cool Down System Thermal ReliefPressure Washer Maintenance Section MaintenanceSpecifications General Maintenance RecommendationsRing Maintenance MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Nozzle MaintenanceProtecting the Pump StoragePreparing the Unit for Storage Storing the EngineTroubleshooting TroubleshootingPage Year Consumer Use Years Years orConserve Estas Instrucciones Reglas de SeguridadCuando Añada Combustible Sección 1 Reglas de SeguridadCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Precaución Conozca SU Maquina Lavadora DE Presion Características y ControlesPreparando EL Lavador a Presión Para SU USO MontajeMontaje Lista de Revision Previa al Arranque del Motor Sección 3 MontajeAgregar Aceite al Motor y Gasolina Conecte la Manguera y el Suministro de Agua a la BombaCómo Darle Arranque a su Lavadora a Presión OperaciónCómo Usar SU Lavadora a Presión Ubicación del Lavadora a PresiónCómo Parar su Lavador a Presión Sección 4 OperaciónUsada para Aplicar Químicos Cómo Usar las Puntas de RociadoLimpieza y Aplicación del Químico Detergentes caseros podrían dañar la bombaSistema de Enfriamiento Automático Alivio Térmico Enjuage de la Máquina Lavadora a PresiónLimpiando el Tubo Mantenimiento DE LA Lavadora a Presion MantenimientoEspecificaciones Recomendaciones GeneralesMantenimiento de los Anillos O Sección 5 MantenimientoMantenimiento DEL Motor Mantenimiento de la BoquillaProteger la Bomba AlmacenamientoPreparando LA Unidad Para SU Almacenamiento Almacenando EL MotorSolución Diagnosticos de AveríasProblema Reparacion DE DañosNotas Garantía Limitada

01988-1 specifications

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