Applying Detergent; Pressure Washer Rinsing; Automatic Cool Down System (Thermal Relief) - Briggs & Stratton Elite 3300 MAX PSI Manual Del Operador

3. Pull back on collar, insert new spray tip and
release collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is
securely in place.
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.

Applying Detergent

WARNING Chemical Burn Hazard.
Chemicals could cause burns resulting in
death or serious injury.
• DO NOT use caustic liquid with pressure washer.
• Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergents/soaps.
Follow all manufacturers instructions.
To apply detergent, follow these steps:
1. Review use of spray tips.
2. Prepare detergent solution as required by job.
3. Make sure detergent shut-off valves on cleaning
tanks are in OFF (0) position.
4. Pour detergent solution into one of the cleaning tanks.
NOTICE Each cleaning tank holds up to 1 gallon
(3.8 liters).
5. Fill other cleaning tank with a different prepared
solution, as desired.
6. Make sure black detergent spray tip is installed.
NOTICE Detergent cannot be applied with the high
pressure spray tips (White, Green, Yellow or Red).
7. Make sure garden hose is connected to water
inlet. Check that high pressure hose is connected
to spray gun and pump. Turn on water.
NOTICE You must attach all hoses before you start
engine.
• Starting the engine without all the hoses connected and
without the water turned ON could damage the pump.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
8. Start engine following instructions How to Start
Your Pressure Washer.
9. Rotate detergent shut-off valve on desired
cleaning tank to ON (I) position.
ON (I)
Position
CAUTION Mixing detergents could result in
bodily injury.
• DO NOT open both detergent shut-off valves at same
time.
OFF (0)
Position
10. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower
portion of area to be washed and work upward,
using long, even, overlapping strokes.
11. Allow detergent to "soak in" for 3-5 minutes
before washing and rinsing. Reapply as needed
to prevent surface from drying. DO NOT allow
detergent to dry on (prevents streaking).

Pressure Washer Rinsing

For Rinsing:
1. Turn detergent shut-off valves to OFF (0) position.
2. Remove black detergent spray tip from nozzle
extension.
3. Select and install desired high pressure spray tip
following instructions How to Use Spray Tips.
4. Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area
you plan to spray.
WARNING Kickback from spray gun could
cause you to fall resulting in death or
serious injury.
• Operate pressure washer from a stable surface.
• Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer
from a ladder, scaffolding, or any other similar location.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.
5. Increase (decrease) spray pressure by turning
pressure control knob (A) counterclockwise
(clockwise). Use lower pressure to wash items
such as a car or boat. Use higher pressure to strip
paint and degrease driveways.
A
6. Apply a high pressure spray to a small area and
then check surface for damage. If no damage
is found, you can assume it is okay to continue
rinsing.
7. Start at top of area to be rinsed, working down
with same overlapping strokes as you used for
cleaning.
Automatic Cool Down System (Thermal
Relief)
If you run the engine on your pressure washer for
3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the
spray gun, circulating water in the pump can reach
temperatures above 125°-155°F (51°-68°C). The
system engages to cool the pump by discharging the
warm water onto the ground.
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