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BGA • 8.919-400.0 • Rev. 04/19

OPERA

TOR’S MANU

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PRESSURE 

W

ASHER  

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INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time 
without incurring any obligation.

Owner/User Responsibility:

The owner and/or user must have an understanding of 
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings 
before using this pressure washer. Warning information 
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator 
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions 
and warnings shall be read to and discussed with 
the operator in the operator’s native language by the 
purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator com-
prehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future 
reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
The operator must know how to stop the machine 
quickly and understand the operation of all controls. 
Never permit anyone to operate the engine without 
proper instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 

This manual should be considered a permanent 
part of the machine and should remain with it if 
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and 

serial number. Use only identical replacement parts.
This machine is to be used only by trained operators.

IMPORTANT SAFETY 

INFORMATION

READ OPERATOR’S 

MANUAL THOROUGHLY 

PRIOR TO USE.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of 
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.

  1.  Read the owner's manual 

thoroughly. Failure to follow 
instructions could cause mal-
function of the machine and 
result in death, serious bodily 
injury and/or property damage.

 

2. 

Know how to stop the 

machine and bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly 
familiar with the controls.

  3.  Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
  4. All installations must comply with local codes. 

Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company 
or the selling distributor for specific details.

WARNING

RISK OF 

ASPHYXIATION:  USE 

THIS PRODUCT ONLY 

IN A WELL 

VENTILATED AREA.

WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation. 

Use this product only in a well 

ventilated area.

  5.  Avoid installing machines in 

small areas or near exhaust 
fans. Exhaust contains poi-
sonous carbon monoxide 
gas; exposure may cause loss 
of consciousness and may 
lead to death. It also contains

   chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause 

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

RISK OF FIRE.  

DO NOT ADD FUEL 

WHEN OPERATING 

MACHINE.

WARNING:  Risk  of  fire.  Do  not 

add fuel when the product is 
operating.
WARNING: Risk of explosion —  

do not spray flammable liquids.

 6. D o   n o t   p l a c e   m a c h i n e 

n e a r   f l a m m a b l e   o b -
jects as the engine is hot.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known 
to the state of California to cause cancer and birth 
defects or other reproductive harm. Operation of 

this  equipment  may  create  sparks  that  can  start 
fires around  dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may 
be  required.  The  operator  should  contact:  Local 
fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire 
prevention requirements.

7. Allow engine to cool for 1-2 minutes before refueling. If 

any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before 
testing the spark plug or starting the engine. (Fire 
and/or explosion may occur if this is not done.)

    Gasoline engines on mobile or portable equipment 

shall be refueled:

   a.  outdoors;
    b.  with the engine on the equipment stopped;
   c.  with no source of ignition within 10 feet of  

 

the dispensing point; and

    d.  with an allowance made for expansion of the  

 

fuel should the equipment be exposed to a  

 

higher ambient temperature.

    In an overfilling situation, additional precautions are 

necessary to ensure that the situation is handled in 
a safe manner.

WARNING: Risk of injury. Disconnect battery 
ground terminal before servicing.

  8.  Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel 

shut-off valve OFF. 

Summary of Contents for BGA-252737

Page 1: ...8 919 400 0 OPERATOR S MANUAL MODEL ORDER BGA 252737 1 106 057 0 BGA 373537 1 106 058 0 BGA 373537 1 107 251 0 High Pressure Cleaner Cold Water ...

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Page 3: ... should record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference BGA 8 919 400 0 Rev 04 19 Important Safety Information 4 6 Component Identification 7 Assembly Instructions 8 Operating Instructions 9 10 Detergent and General Operating Techniques 11 Shut Down and Clean Up 12 Storage 13 Troubleshooting 14 15 Preventive Maintenance 16 Hose and Spray Gun Assembly an...

Page 4: ...cal codes Contact your electrician plumber utility company or the selling distributor for specific details WARNING RISK OF ASPHYXIATION USE THIS PRODUCT ONLY IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA WARNING Risk of asphyxiation Use this product only in a well ventilated area 5 Avoid installing machines in small areas or near exhaust fans Exhaust contains poi sonous carbon monoxide gas exposure may cause loss of ...

Page 5: ...upervision is necessary when a machine is used near children Do not allow children to operate the pres sure washer This machine must be attended during operation RISK OF INJECTION OR SEVERE INJURY TO PERSONS KEEP CLEAR OF NOZZLE WARNING WARNING High pressure devel oped by these machines will cause personal injury or equip ment damage Keep clear of nozzle Use caution when oper ating Do not direct d...

Page 6: ...ter then 90 F 20 Manufacturer will not be liable for any changes made to our standard machines or any components not purchased from us 21 Do not allow acids caustic or abrasive fluids to pass through the pump 22 Never run pump dry or leave spray gun closed longer than 1 2 minutes 26 When servicing belts don t exceed 14 lb ft on pump mounting screws Failure to do so will cause pump thread damage Fo...

Page 7: ...the spray gun High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun Pump Protector Cycles fresh cool water through pump when recirculating water reaches 140 F 60 C Note If trigger on spray gun is released for more than 1 2 minutes water will leak from valve Warm water will discharge from pump protec tor onto floor This system prevents internal pump damage...

Page 8: ...d until secure STEP 3 Attach wand to spray gun using teflon tape on wand threads STEP 4 Pull spring loaded collar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle STEP 7 Connect garden hose to the cold water source STEP 8 Check inlets filters re move debris then connect the garden hose to pump water inlet CAUTION Do not run the pump without water or pump damage will result Safety ...

Page 9: ...ll oil dipstick Check pump oil level by using dipstick or observe oil level in oil window if equipped Use 40 wt non detergent oil STEP 4 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely Never use hot water STEP 6 Slide the fuel valve lever to the ON position When the engine is not in use leave the fuel valve in the OFF position STEP 5 Trigger the spray gun to eliminate tra...

Page 10: ...UTION Small engines may kick back Do not hold pull starter grip tightly in hand OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Never replace nozzles without engaging the safety latch on the spray gun trigger The four color coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide array of spray widths from 0 to 40 and are easily accessible when placed in the convenient rubber nozzle holder which is provided on the front of the ...

Page 11: ...er onto the ground This thermal device prevents internal damage to the pump CLEANING TIPS Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water Place de tergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure for best results limit your work area to sections approximately 6 feet square and always apply detergent from bottom to top Allow detergent to remain on surface 1 3 mi...

Page 12: ...o connect black detergent nozzle Pull trigger on spray gun and siphon water for one minute STEP 2 Turn off the engine STEP 3 Turn off water supply STEP 5 Disconnect the garden hose from the water inlet on the machine STEP 6 Disconnect the high pressure hose from discharge nipple STEP 7 Engage the spray gun safe ty lock STEP 4 Press trig ger to release water pressure On Off Switch Pump Water Inlet ...

Page 13: ...of engine oil through the spark plug hole pull the starter grip several times and replace the plug Then pull the starter grip slowly until you feel increased pressure which in dicates the piston is on its compression stroke and leave it in that position This closes both the intake and exhaust valves to prevent rusting of cylinder 4 Cover pressure washer and store in a clean dry place that is well ...

Page 14: ...ce as needed Slow engine RPM Set engine speed at proper specifications Pump sucking air Check water supply and possibility of air seepage Valves sticking Check and clean or replace if necessary Unloader valve seat faulty Check and replace if necessary FLUCTUATING PRESSURE Worn or dirty pump valves Call local distributor Nozzle is obstructed Blow out or remove debris with fine needle Pump sucking a...

Page 15: ... Call local distributor O Ring plunger retainer worn Call local distributor Cracked piston Call local distributor OIL DRIPPING FROM UNDER PUMP Oil seal worn or damaged Call local distributor WATER LEAKING FROM PUMP PROTECTOR Spray gun closed with machine running 5 minutes or longer Open spray gun or turn off machine Excess water supply pressure Place a pressure regulator at end of 50 garden hose N...

Page 16: ...o ring PUMP IS NOISY Pump is sucking air Check that hoses and fittings are air tight Turn off machine and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of water emerges through nozzle MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Engine Oil SAE 10W 30 Inspect Daily Change First month or 20 hours Every 100 hours or every 6 months after first month Filter Every 50 hours Air Cleaner Filter Inspect Daily Clean Every...

Page 17: ...I Models 1 8 783 040 0 Wand 44 Zinc Plated Handle Coupler 3500 PSI Models 1 4 6 ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 4 Quick Connect Nozzle Kit 3500 PSI Models 1 8 712 345 0 s Nozzle SAQCMEG 0004 RED 8 712 346 0 s Nozzle SAQCMEG 1504 YELLOW 8 712 347 0 s Nozzle SAQCMEG 2504 GREEN 8 712 348 0 s Nozzle SAQCMEG 4004 WHITE Quick Connect Nozzle Kit 2700 PSI Models 1 8 712 331 0 s Nozzle SAQCMEG 0003 Red 8 712 ...

Page 18: ... engine oil level before first use of your new pressure washer Check pump oil and engine oil level before first use of your new pressure washer Pump oil Check level daily before first use of your new Power Washer Change pump oil after first 50 hours every year or 500 hours thereafter Use SAE 10W 40 non foaming Engine oil Check daily before first use of your new Power Washer Change engine oil after...

Page 19: ...Form 8 919 400 0 BGA Revised 04 19 Printed in U S A or Mexico ...

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