3000 PSI Pressure Washer Operator’s Manual This pressure washer is rated in accordance to the Pressure Washer Manufacture Association (PWMA) standard PW101 (Testing and Rating Performance of Pressure Washers). BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A. Manual No.
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton pressure washer. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the PowerBOSS™ brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Briggs & Stratton pressure washer will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with pressure washers and how to avoid them.
Table of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Equipment Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Unpack Pressure Washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operator Safety Equipment Description Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your pressure washer. Know its applications, its limitations, and any hazards involved. This pressure washer operates at 3,000 PSI (206.8 BARS) and a flow rate of 2.5 gallons per minute (9.5 liters per minute). This high quality residential system features 10” (25.
WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures, nausea, fainting or death. Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting, or poisoning. • Operate pressure washer ONLY outdoors. • Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other openings.
WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result. • NEVER pull starter cord without first relieving spray gun pressure. • When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
WARNING Starter and other rotating parts can entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories. • NEVER operate pressure washer without protective housing or covers. • DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts. • Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. WARNING Risk of eye injury. Spray can splash back or propel objects. • Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in vicinity of where equipment is in use.
Assembly Read entire operator’s manual before you attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer. Your pressure washer requires some assembly and is ready for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at (800) 743-4115. If calling for assistance, please have the model, revision, and serial number from the data tag available.
5. Place accessory tray (A) over holes (C) on handle (viewing from front of unit). Push the tree clips (B) into the holes until they sit flat against the accessory tray. C B A 6. Insert “L” bolt (D) through hole just below billboard on right side of handle (viewing from front of unit). Hold “L” bolt in place and attach a plastic knob (E) from inside of unit. Tighten by hand. Add Engine Oil and Fuel • Place pressure washer on a level surface.
2. Attach other end of high pressure hose to high pressure outlet on pump. Tighten by hand. 6. Turn ON the water, press red button (B) on the gun and squeeze the trigger to purge the pump system of air and impurities. B 3. 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 (38°C)). 4. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect inlet screen (A).
Features and Controls Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer. Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A S B R C D P E M , N F L G K J H A - Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes trigger lock. M - Pump — Develops high pressure.
Operation How to Start Your Pressure Washer If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at (800) 743-4115. Pressure Washer Location Clearances and Air Movement WARNING Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. • Keep at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of pressure washer including overhead. Place pressure washer outdoors in an area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing adequate safety goggles. WARNING Risk of eye injury. Spray can splash back or propel objects. • 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. • NEVER substitute safety glasses for safety goggles. 9.
WARNING The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through 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. How to Use Spray Tips The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to switch between four different quick connect spray tips.
Usage Tips • For most effective cleaning, keep spray tip from 8 to 24 inches (20 to 61 cm) away from cleaning surface. • If you get spray tip too close, especially using a high pressure spray tip, you may damage surface being cleaned. • DO NOT get closer than 6 inches (15 cm) when cleaning tires. Cleaning and Applying Detergent CAUTION Chemicals can cause bodily injury, and/or property damage. • NEVER use caustic liquid with pressure washer. • Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergents/soaps.
Maintenance General Recommendations Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the pressure washer. See any qualified dealer for service. The pressure washer’s warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual and in the engine manual, including proper storage as detailed in Winter Storage and Long Term Storage.
Check Spay Gun and Nozzle Extension Examine the hose connection to the spray gun and make sure it is secure. Test the trigger by pressing the red button and making sure the trigger “springs back” into place when you release it. You should not be able to press the trigger without pressing the red button. Replace spray gun immediately if it fails any of these tests. Nozzle Maintenance A pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the spray gun trigger may be caused by excessive pump pressure.
Engine Maintenance See the engine operator’s manual for instructions on how to properly maintain the engine. CAUTION Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil. • Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals. • Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON’T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS. 3. Disconnect hose from spray gun and high pressure outlet on pump.
Winter Storage NOTICE Storing the Engine See the engine operator’s manual for instructions on how to properly prepare the engine for storage. You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures. • Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render your unit inoperable. • Freeze damage is not covered under warranty. To protect the unit from freezing temperatures: 1. Empty cleaning tank as follows: a. Disconnect hose connected to injection fitting on pump.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause 1. Low pressure spray tip installed. Pump has following problems: failure to produce pressure, erratic pressure, chattering, loss of pressure, low water volume. Detergent fails to mix with spray. Engine runs good at no-load but "bogs" when load is added. Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough. Engine shuts down during operation. Engine lacks power. 20 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Water inlet is blocked. Inadequate water supply. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking.
BRIGGS & STRATTON PRESSURE WASHER OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective January 1, 2007 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before January 1, 2007 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the pressure washer that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser.
Pressure Washer Product Specifications Max Outlet Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . .3,000 PSI (206.8 BARS) Max Flow Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5 GPM (9.5 liters/min) Water Supply Temperature . . . . . . . . . . .100ºF (38ºC) MAX Common Service Parts PumpSaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6039 O-Ring Maintenance Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6048 Water Inlet Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B2384GS Engine Oil Bottle .
