Craftsman 580.76201 owner manual After Each USE

AFTER EACH USE

Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. Sediments of minerals can depositon pump parts and "freeze" pump action. Follow these procedures after every

use:

Flush detergent hose by placing the injector filter into a pail of clear water while running Pressure Washer with nozzle in tow pressure mode. Flush until you can see clear water running through the tube.

Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove all hoses.

CAUTION; Be sure ignition switch lever is in "STOP" position before you continue. If you start engine without the proper water supply connected, you can damage the pump.

Empty the pump of all pumped liquids by pulling recoil handle about 6 times. This should remove most of the

liquid in the pump.

Coil the high pressure hose and inspect it for damage. Cuts in the hose or fraying of it could result in leaks and loss of pressure. Should any damage be found, replace hose. DO NOT attempt to repair a damaged hose. Replace hose with the genuine Craftsman part.

Drain water from hose and properly hang it on the wire support provided on the guide handle.

Store in a clean, dry area.

DANGER: NEVER store engine with fuel in A tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilat-

ed areas where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

from freezing temperatures. Failure to do so

will permanently damage your pump and

I,_ CAUTION: You must protect your unit render your unit inoperable.

WINTER STORAGE

To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:

•Draw RV antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into the pump by pouring the washer fluid into a 3-foot section of garden hose connected to the inlet adapter and pulling the recoil handle twice.

LONG TERM STORAGE

If you do not plan to use the PressureWasher for more than 30 days, you must prepare the engine for long term storage.

Note: As always, prepare the pressure washer pump as you would after each use.

Note: To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should

be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Follow these instructions:

PROTECT FUEL SYSTEM

•Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine.

,_ DANGER: Drain fuel into approved con- tainer outdoors, away from open flame. Be

sure engine is cool. Do not smoke.

Run engine until engine stops from lack of fuel. Make

sure you have water supply to pump inlet connected and turned ON.

Note: If "Gasohol" has been used, complete above instructions and then put 1/2 pint of unleaded gasoline into fuel tank and repeat above instructions.

Note: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel

tank or storage container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer.

CHANGE OIL

While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase, Refill with recommended grade. (See Changing Oil Level on Page 12.)

OIL CYLINDER BORE

•Remove spark plug and squirt about 1 ounce (30 ml) of engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Crank slowly to distribute oil.

,_ CAUTION: Avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine slowly.

•install spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. BE SURE TO EMPTY

THE FUEL TANK.

•Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.

IMPORTANT: NEVER cover your pressure washer while engine and exhaust area are warm.

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