Gas pressure washer 2.5 hp - 1300 psi model 95156 assembly and operating instructions caution your warranty is voided if you do not put engine oil in the engine’s crankcase prior to its first use. Before each use, check the oil level. Never run the engine with low or no engine oil. Running the engin...
Page 2 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Specifications pressure rating 1,300 psi maximum water flow 1.85 gallons per minute maximum water temperature 140° fahrenheit hose requirements 1/4” i.D. Pump lubrication 68# high-grade wearable hydraulic pressure oil / 100 ml cap...
Page 3 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while...
Page 4 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Maintain tools with care. 4. Properly maintained tools are less likely to malfunc- tion and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “do not use” until repaired. Check for misalignment or binding of movi...
Page 5 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. This pressure washer is designed for outdoor use only. 8. Do not operate the pressure washer in a closed area or in a poorly ventilated area. When running, the engine of this pressure washer produces carbon monoxide, a color- less...
Page 6 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Always follow and complete scheduled pressure washer and engine main- 3. Tenance. Chemical precautions avoid contact with hot fuel, oil, exhaust fumes, and solid surfaces. 1. Avoid body contact with fuels, oils, and lubricants use...
Page 7 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Unpacking when unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the parts lists on pages 16 and 17 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call harbor freight tools at the number shown on the cover of this man...
Page 8 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Maximum oil level minimum oil level oil dipstick (30) figure a 2. Clean the oil dipstick (30). Then screw the dipstick fully back into the dipstick hole. Unscrew and remove the oil dipstick again, and observe the level of engine o...
Page 9 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Check the level of pump oil: oil box (120) figure c inlet connector (138) chemical hose (204) outlet connector (167) the oil box (120) of the pump unit has been pre-filled with oil by the factory. Do not add oil to the pump. The p...
Page 10 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Attach the spray gun: high pressure gun (199) high pressure hose (198) spray wand (202) nozzle (200) trigger (201) figure d safety lock off latch 1. Connect the spray wand (202) section to the high pressure gun (199). The spray w...
Page 11 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Operating instructions properly locate the pressure washer: warning! This pressure washer is designed for outdoor use only. • do not operate the pressure washer in a closed area or in a poorly ventilated area. When running, the e...
Page 12 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Turn the engine’s power switch (86) to its 2. “on” position. Engine choke lever (61) starter grip (96) figure e 3. Turn the engine choke lever (61), located on the carburetor assembly, to its “choke” position. Note: no choke is r...
Page 13 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Allow the detergent to remain on the surface for a short time before rinsing. 5. To rinse, remove the chemical hose (204) from its detergent container. Rinse 6. With clean water under high pressure. On a vertical surface, rinse f...
Page 14 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Inspection, maintenance, and cleaning caution! Always make sure the power switch (86) of the engine is in its “off” position prior to performing any service, maintenance, or cleaning of the pres- sure washer or engine. Before eac...
Page 15 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Troubleshooting problem possible cause possible solution engine will not stop or start while operating. Low oil shutdown. 1. Engine switch not in the “on” position. 2. Pressure build-up in hose. 3. Fill engine with oil. 1. Turn s...
Page 16 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Parts list part description q’ty 1 crankcase 1 2 valve chamber clapboard sub-assy. 1 3 stud (m5 x 118) 2 4 stud (m6 x 52) 2 5 crankshaft oil seal (17 x 30 x 6) 1 6 oil filter cover 1 7 gasket 1 8 return pipe 1 9 lower flow guard ...
Page 17 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Parts list - continued part description q’ty 121 oil proof screw 4 122 o-ring (15.4 x 1.8 x 1) 4 123 large oil seal 1 124 bearing 1 125 cam 1 126 bearing plate (as355201) 1 127 bearing (889109) 1 128 bearing 1 129 spring coil bot...
Page 18 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Assembly diagram note: some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts..
Page 19 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Assembly diagram - continued.
Page 20 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Assembly diagram - continued 201 202.
Page 21 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Emission control system warranty california and united states emission control defects warranty statement the california air resources board (herein carb), the united states environmental protection agency (herein epa), and harbo...
Page 22 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. 5. Service and maintenance component parts which are not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or are scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” are warranted for the warra...
Page 23 sku 95156 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Limited 1 year warranty harbor freight tools co. Makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in material...
