Briggs & Stratton 20224 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
ASSEMBLY
9
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.
1. Attach one end of high pressure hose to base of spray
gun (Figure 5).Tighten by hand.
2. Attach other end of high pressure hose to high
pressure outlet on pump (Figure 6).Tighten by hand.
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 7). Clean screen if it contains
debris or replace if damaged. DO NOT RUN
PRESSURE WASHER IF SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
4. Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for water
supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
5. Attach female quick connect to garden hose.Attach male
quick connect to water inlet on pump (Figure 8).
6. Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length)
to water inlet (Figure 8). Pull back on collar of quick
connect, slide fitting onto pump and let go of collar. Pull
on hose to be sure of a tight connection.
7. Turn ON water, point gun in a safe direction and
squeeze trigger to purge pump system of air and
impurities.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit’s assembly to confirm you have performed
all of the following:
1. Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your
Pressure Washer” before using pressure washer.
2. Make sure handle is in place and secure.
3. Check that oil has been added to the proper level in
engine crankcase.
4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
5. Check for properly attached hose connections.
6. Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to high pressure hose.
7. Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
CAUTION
Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
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.
Connect high
pressure hose
here
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
Figure 6 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
Figure 7 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
Inspect inlet
screen, DO
NOT use if
damaged, clean
if dirty.
Figure 8 — Connect the Garden Hose to Water Inlet
Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing
adequate safety goggles.
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
WARNING