Section 3: Assembly

2.Secure tray to handle with self tapping screws using a #2 phillips screwdriver. Ensure screws are tight but not crushing plastic accessory tray.

3.Place handle assembly onto handle supports connected to main unit. Make sure holes in handle align with holes on handle supports (Figure 2).

Figure 2 — Attach Handle to Base

Handle

Align Holes

Handle

Supports

NOTE: It may be necessary to move the handle supports from side to side in order to align the handle so it will slide over the handle supports.

4.Insert “L” bolt through hole on right side of handle (viewing from rear of unit) and attach plastic knob. Tighten the knob by hand (Figure 3).

Figure 3 — Secure Handle

5.Insert carriage bolt through left side hole from outside of unit and attach a plastic knob from inside of unit (viewing unit from rear).Tighten by hand (Figure 3).

6.Insert the “J” hook into the second from the left slot in the accessory tray (Figure 4).

Figure 4 — Install “J” Hook on Accessory Tray

7.Pinch chemical hose and slide it into metal clip as shown in Figure 5.

Figure 5 — Slide Chemical Hose into Metal Clip

8.Tilt unit up by handle and attach metal clip to rib on center underside of accessory tray (Figure 6). Slide chemical hose through metal clip so that it is tight but not kinked.

Figure 6 — Slide Metal Clip onto Accessory Tray Flange

Add Engine Oil and Fuel

Place pressure washer on a level surface.

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

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 manual for oil and fuel fill information.

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

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

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Briggs & Stratton 1903 owner manual Add Engine Oil and Fuel, Handle Align Holes Supports

1903 specifications

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