It is very important to keep the air filter clean on all of your equipment, including your power washer!

In case you don't know how to do this, all you have to do is follow these steps!

Step 1:

Slide the air cleaner leaver to the unlock position and then tilt the cover down to gain access to the air filter

Step 2:

Carefully remove the air cleaner, being sure to handle it with care so that no debris fall into the carburetor

Step 3:

If you are going to re use your old air filter (if it is not too dirty or damaged) wash it in liquid detergent and water, squeeze the air filter dry in a clean cloth

Step 4:

Saturate the foam air cleaner in engine oil and then wrap the filter in a cloth and squeeze it to remove excess oil

Step 5:

Re-install the clean or new air filter onto the base

Step 6:

Replace the cover and slide the lever to the lock position

It's as simple as that! Be sure that you consult you owner's manual for a suggested maintenance schedule

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Jack's Safety Tips: Before servicing or repairing any power equipment, disconnect the spark plug and battery cables. Remember to wear appropriate safety glasses and gloves to protect against harmful chemicals and debris. View our Disclaimer.

Checking and maintaining the spark plugs on your pressure washer is easy!

Here is how!

Step 1:

Clean the area around the spark plug

Step 2:

Disconnect the spark plug wire

Step 3:

Remove the spark plug and inspect if for damage

Step 4:

If the electrodes are pitted or burned or if the porcelain is cracked, replace the spark plug See your owner’s manual for recommended plug

Step 5:

If you are putting a new plug in, check the gap of the spark plug with a feeler gauge, check your owner’s manual for the proper gauge

Step 6:

Install the spark plug and tighten it firmly

Step 7:

Replace Spark Plug Wire

Be sure to check your owner's manual for specific information about the spark plugs in your machine!!

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• Briggs and Stratton Pressure Washers
• Spark Plugs

Jack's Safety Tips: Before servicing or repairing any power equipment, disconnect the spark plug and battery cables. Remember to wear appropriate safety glasses and gloves to protect against harmful chemicals and debris. View our Disclaimer.

You may be wondering how to change the oil in your pressure washer, if it's your first time or just need a reminder, here are some steps to help you out!

Step 1:

Run the pressure washer until the fuel tank is empty

Step 2:

Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and be sure they are far enough away from each other that they cannot make contact

Step 3:

Clean the area around the oil fill tube and remove the cap and dipstick, wipe the dipstick clean

Step 4:

Tip your pressure washer so that you can drain the oil from the oil fill tube tip the unit away from the spark plug, once it is empty, place it back in the upright position

Step 5:

Slowly pour the recommended amount of oil into the oil fill opening. Let the oil settle and check the level, it should be on the top hole of the dipstick.

Step 6:

Wipe the dipstick clean each time you check the oil, if it does not reach the correct level, slowly add more oil but do not overfill

Step 7:

Replace and tighten the dipstick

Step 8:

Be sure to wipe up any spilled oil

Step 9:

Reconnect the spark plug wire to the spark plug

Be sure to check your owner's manual to find out how often you should be changing the oil in your equipment and what kind you should be using!

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• Briggs and Stratton Pressure Washers
• Oil

Jack's Safety Tips: Before servicing or repairing any power equipment, disconnect the spark plug and battery cables. Remember to wear appropriate safety glasses and gloves to protect against harmful chemicals and debris. View our Disclaimer.