Troy-Bilt 20240 manual Operation, How to Stop Your Pressure Washer

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Section 4: Operation

8.When starting engine, position yourself as recommended in Figure 12 and start engine according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.Also see operating instructions tag located on the pressure washer.

Figure 12 - 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 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.

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

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Contents Manual No GS Revision 5 11/09/2005 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 Oil Fill/Dipstick Check and fill with oil here Section Features and ControlsKnow Your Pressure Washer Choke Lever Prepares a cold engine for startingPreparing Pressure Washer for USE Assembly SectionAssembly Place pressure washer on a level surface AssemblyAdd Engine Oil and Fuel Spray Gun HookConnect high pressure Hose here Checklist Before Starting EngineConnect Hose and Water Supply to Pump Pressure Washer Location HOW to USE Your Pressure WasherHow to Start Your Pressure Washer Section OperationOperation How to Stop Your Pressure WasherEngage trigger lock on spray gun when not in use Follow these instructions to change ProjectPro nozzles How to Use Accessory TrayHow to Use ProjectPro Nozzle System To attach a brush to the gun How to Use the Turbo NozzleHow to Use the Rotating and Utility Brushes Automatic Cool Down System Cleaning and Applying DetergentCleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube Pressure Washer RinsingPressure Washer Maintenance Maintenance SectionSpecifications General Maintenance RecommendationsRing Maintenance MaintenanceNozzle Maintenance Changing Pump Oil Engine MaintenancePump Maintenance Data TagProtecting the Pump StoragePreparing the Unit for Storage Storing the EngineProblem Cause Correction TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Page Portable Generator Years 2nd year parts only TROY-BILT Owner Warranty Policy Effective November 1About your equipment warranty Equipment Consumer Use Commercial UseDescripción DEL Equipo Reglas de SeguridadConserve Estas Instrucciones Tabla DE ContenidosCuando Añada Combustible Sección 1 Reglas de SeguridadCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Precaución Conozca SU Maquina Lavadora DE Presion Características y ControlesPreparando EL Lavadora Alta Presión Para SU USO MontajeMontaje Coloque la lavadora a presión sobre una superficie nivelada Sección 3 MontajeAgregar Aceite al Motor y Gasolina Proporcione 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 Máquina Lavadora a Presión OperaciónCómo Usar SU Máquina Lavadora a Presión Ubicación del Lavadora a PresiónCómo Detener su Máquina Lavadora a Presión Sección 4 OperaciónLa Presión Alta Utilización de la Bandeja de AccesoriosCómo Usar el Sistema de Boquillas ProjectPro La Presión BajaPara montar un cepillo en la pistola Cómo Usar la Boquilla a ChorroCómo usar los Cepillos Giratorios y de Utilidad Sistema de Enfriamiento Automático Alivio Térmico Limpieza y Aplicación del DetergenteEnjuage de la Máquina Lavadora a Presión Limpiando el TuboMantenimiento DE LA Maquina Lavadora a Presion MantenimientoEspecificaciones Recomendaciones GeneralesMantenimiento de los Anillos O Sección 5 MantenimientoRevise el Filtro en Línea Mantenimiento de la BoquillaCambio del aceite de la bomba Mantenimiento DEL MotorMantenimiento de la Bomba Etiqueta de DatosProteger la Bomba Sección 6 AlmacenamientoPreparando LA Unidad Para SU Almacenamiento Almacenando EL MotorReparacion DE Averias Diagnosticos de AveríasAño Efectiva desde el 1 ro de NoviembreEquipo Para Uso Del Consumidor Para Uso Comercial Generador Portátil

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