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Maintenance and Storage 

 

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Maintenance Mode 

Read and follow these safety rules whenever you will be servicing the pressure washer: 

 

Turn off / unplug / relieve pressure first.

  Always turn off and unplug the pressure washer and 

relieve system pressure before inspection or maintenance. 

 

Replace guards.

  Make sure all guards and cover shields are replaced after servicing the pressure 

washer. 

 

Major repair.

  Major service, including the installation or replacement of parts, should be 

performed only by a qualified electrical service technician.  Obtain factory-approved parts from 
BRAVE Product Support at 1-800-350-8739. 

 

 

Replacement parts

.  If a part needs replacement, only use factory approved repair parts.  

Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of 
the pressure washer and will void the warranty.

 

 
 

Maintenance Schedule 

 

What to Check 

When To Check 

What to Do 

Inlet Filter 

Each Use 

Visually inspect and clean inlet filter with clear water. 

 

Pressure Hose 

 

Each Use 

Visually inspect pressure hose and hose couplings. Replace hose if 
any of the following is evident:  
hose coupling is damaged, wire mesh is exposed or damaged, hose 
is permanently kinked or flattened, outer hose cover is blistered or 
loose. 

Bolts 

Each Use 

Tighten any loose bolts. 

Pump Oil 

After 1

st

 50hrs,  

then 3mo/500hr 

Change pump oil.  See pump oil change instructions on next page. 

 

Summary of Contents for BR1517ECO

Page 1: ...pping tape from pump oil fill cap Cat Pumps Remove shipping plug and install vented fill cap Comet Pumps See pump oil cap section of this manual Closely inspect all components If you have damaged components Contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a claim If you have missing components Contact Customer Service at 1 800 270 0810 Read this manual Serious injury or death can resul...

Page 2: ...Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2 ...

Page 3: ...nstructions 12 Water Supply 12 Start Up Shut Down Instructions 12 Spray Gun Safety Lock and Attaching the Lance 13 Installing Nozzles and Quick Connect hoses 14 Applying Chemicals 15 Maintenance and Storage 16 Maintenance Mode and Maintenance Schedule 16 Pump Oil Change 17 Winter Storage 18 Troubleshooting 19 Specifications 20 Wiring Diagram 20 Parts Explosions 21 Pump Exploded Views 23 Limited Wa...

Page 4: ...oken or missing parts Never alter the manufacturer s original design or deactivate any safety device on the machine 11 Risk of exposure to dangerous chemicals Wear protective gloves when handling and cleaning with chemicals Follow the chemical manufacturer s directions Understand all safety hazards and first aid for all chemicals being used Check whether dangerous chemicals have been used and take...

Page 5: ...otection from the risk of electric shock Should replacement of the plug or cord become necessary use only identical replacement parts that include GFCI protection 2 For a product rated more than 125 volts GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION To comply with the National Electric Code NFPA 70 and to provide additional protection from the risk of electric shock this pressure washer should only...

Page 6: ...ower cord reset the GFCI start motor Gun kicks back Hold with both hands Risk of injection or injury to persons Do not direct discharge stream at persons Risk of fire and explosion Do not spray flammable liquids To reduce the risk of injury read owner s manual carefully before using 2008 NT E Co 800 270 0810 SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn motor OFF 2 Unplug the power cord 3 Turn water supply OFF 4 ...

Page 7: ...sure washer is shipped in one box Separate and identify the components found in both boxes Figures shown are for representation only Actual components will vary by model Pressure Hose Handle Motor Pump Base Assembly Lance Spray Gun Hardware Bag ...

Page 8: ...ose Hook Qty 2 Part 779761 Gun Hook Qty 1 Part 38509 Flange Nut Qty 2 Part 82019 Carriage Bolt Qty 2 Part 82233 T Handle Qty 2 Part 38578 Grommet Qty 5 Part 35198 Nozzle Qty 2 Part varies by model Vented fill cap Nylock Nut Qty 4 Part 777495 ...

Page 9: ...ok see hook detail 3 Mount the hose hooks onto the handle and gun hook onto the base as shown 4 Insert grommets into the holes on the handle nameplate 5 Press nozzles into grommets according to the colors indicated on the handle decal Nozzles Grommets Handle T handle knob Flange nuts Carriage Bolts Hose Hook Hook Detail Flange nut Hose Hook Nylock nuts ...

Page 10: ...solution 5 Water Pump Inspect for loose broken parts prior to each use 6 Motor Leeson motor provides years of reliable use 7 Gun Hook Store gun on hook 8 Nozzles 9 Spray Gun Always use two hands for safe operation 10 Trigger Actuate to allow pressurized water to flow out of spray gun 11 Cord Hook Store electrical cord on hook Components shown are for representation only Actual components will vary...

Page 11: ...Pump Component Identification 11 Note Discard Shipping Plug and O ring BR1517ECO ...

Page 12: ...rubber hose for your water supply Do not use rigid piping SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn motor OFF 2 Unplug the power cord 3 Turn water supply OFF 4 Squeeze trigger to relieve system pressure 5 Remove garden hose 6 Remove pressure hose START UP INSTRUCTIONS 1 Attach garden hose 2 Attach pressure hose 3 Attach gun and lance 4 Turn water supply ON 5 Squeeze trigger to purge air from pump 6 Insert noz...

Page 13: ...ty lock to prevent accidental high pressure discharge Note Depending on model gun may appear differently Attaching the Lance Tighten spin on coupler hand tight Note The o rings make the seal so there is no need to tighten with a wrench spray gun spray gun safety lock lance spin on coupler ...

Page 14: ...ull on the nozzle to make sure it is secure Attach Quick Connect Couplers To install the hose onto the pump pull back the collar and push the hose into the coupler on the pump To install the hose onto the spray gun pull back the collar on the spray gun and push the hose into the coupler on the spray gun Once the connections are made pull on the hose to make sure it is secure CORRECT INCORRECT nozz...

Page 15: ... the chemical injector draw water through the strainer until all the chemical is purged from the system Risk of exposure to dangerous chemicals Serious injury or death can result if chemical manufacturer instructions are not followed Wear protective gloves when handling and cleaning with chemicals Understand all safety hazards and first aid for all chemicals being used When cleaning filters check ...

Page 16: ...at 1 800 350 8739 Replacement parts If a part needs replacement only use factory approved repair parts Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the pressure washer and will void the warranty Maintenance Schedule What to Check When To Check What to Do Inlet Filter Each Use Visually inspect and clean inlet filter with clear water Pressure H...

Page 17: ...your local recycling center or service station for reclamation Do not throw it in the trash pour it on the ground or down the drain 4 With the pump in a level position fill to the halfway point on the oil sight glass see pump oil capacities below For Comet pumps use Universal Tractor Transmission Oil or Mobil 1 15W50 synthetic oil sight glass drain plug fill cap Cat 3DNX25GSI Pump fill cap Comet B...

Page 18: ...low the storage instructions listed above 2 Make sure the motor start switch is OFF 3 Attach the garden hose with funnel to the pump inlet see illustration 4 Pour RV antifreeze into the funnel run motor until antifreeze comes out the pump outlet 5 Drain all water from the high pressure hose Depress trigger on gun and drain all water out of gun lance RV Antifreeze Funnel Hose Water Inlet ...

Page 19: ...nozzle Remove nozzle check for blockage G Worn nozzle Replace nozzle H Leak in pressure hose Replace pressure hose I Wrong nozzle Make sure chemical nozzle is being used J Back pressure from extra long discharge hose Try shorter hose K Leak in chemical siphon hose Replace hose use hose clamps if necessary L Chemical strainer not submerged Make sure strainer is completely submerged The manufacturer...

Page 20: ...Specifications 20 BR1517ECO PSI bar 1700 117 GPM l min 1 5 5 7 Max Water Temp 140 F 60 C Dimensions L x W x H 34 x 21 x 38 864mm x 534mm x 965mm Weight 95 lb 44kg Wiring Diagram ...

Page 21: ...Parts Explosion BR1517ECO Rev A 1 21 ...

Page 22: ...1222 Chemical Strainer 1 14 777165 1 4 Braided Chemical Hose sold by foot 3 ft 15 778146 Motor Cord 14 2 AWG SJTW 1 16 780841 1 4 x 25 Black Hose 1 17 791309 18 5 Lance 1 18 791308 1 4 Quick Connect 1 19 778150 Nozzle 2 pack 2 0 1 20 2215 Bumpers 2 23 790111GB Electric Control Box Cover 1 24 778140 GFCI Cord 120V 15A 1 25 777616 Motor 1 5 HP Leeson 1 26 790693 Pump Comet AXD 1617E GH 1 35 777855 T...

Page 23: ...Pump Exploded View Rev A 1 23 Part 790693 Comet AXD 1617E GH ...

Page 24: ...NUT 1 16 CO1241005900 PACKING GXD1617 3 55 SEE PART 58 CHEM COUPLING 1 17 CO0009036900 RING 3 56 CO3003002400 BALL FOR CHEMICAL INJECTOR 1 18 CO0009021900 RING RETAINER WOBBLE PUMP 3 57 CO1802018000 SPRING FOR CHEMICAL INJECTOR 1 19 CO1210035600 O RING SEAL CONTAINER WOBBLE 3 58 CO2803043500 CHEMICAL INJECTOR KIT 1 20 CO1241005700 BACK PACKING 3 59 CO3200001700 PORT PLUG AXD COMET PUMP 1 21 CO0601...

Page 25: ...s personal residential household use by a consumer Commercial use means all other uses including but not limited to use for commercial income producing or rental purposes or when purchased by a business This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser of the equipment verification of purchase in the form of a receipt is the responsibility of the buyer is non transferable and covers parts an...

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Page 27: ...nt Unit City State ZIP Code Home Phone Alternate Phone Email Purchased From Company Address Street Address Apartment Unit City State ZIP Code Model Information Purchase Date Application Type Homeowner Commercial Rental Model i e BR2530HCA Serial Signature Register your product online at www braveproducts com ...

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