Troy-Bilt 20207 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
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Section 3: Assembly
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean screen if it contains debris,
replace it if it is damaged. DO NOT RUN PRESSURE
WASHER IF SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
4. Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris.Turn off water.
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).
6. Turn ON water and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
purge the 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. Make sure handle is in place and secure.
2. Check that oil has been added to the proper level in
the 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.
Inspect inlet
screen. DO NOT
use if damaged;
clean if dirty.
Figure 6 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
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.
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.
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
WARNING