Briggs & Stratton 020219 Add Engine Oil and Fuel, Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump

Models: 020219

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Add Engine Oil and Fuel

2450 PSI Pressure Washer

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.

Figure 6 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet

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

Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.

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

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

NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to engine owner’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.

NOTE: Remove and discard the shipping caps from the pumps high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching hoses.

1.Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hose to base of spray gun (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.

Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun

4.Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.

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

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

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.

6.Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on gun to purge pump system of air and impurities.

Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump WARNING

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

Always wear eye protection when using this equipment or in vicinity of where equipment is in use.

Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing adequate eye protection.

2.Attach other end of high pressure hose to high pressure outlet on pump (Figure 5).Tighten by hand.

Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Water Outlet

3.Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains debris or replace if damaged. Refer to “O-Ring Maintenance” section if inlet screen is damaged. DO NOT run pressure washer if inlet screen is damaged.

Checklist Before Starting Engine

Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed all of the following.

1.Make sure handle is in place and secure.

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

3.Add proper fuel to fuel tank.

4.Check for properly tightened hose connections.

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

6.Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.

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

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Briggs & Stratton 020219 Add Engine Oil and Fuel, Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump, Checklist Before Starting Engine