GENERAL
Inspect high pressure hose for damage. Cuts in hose or fraying 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 genuine Craftsman part.
Drain water from hose, gun, and nozzle extension and properly coil it on attached wireform. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
Store unit in a clean, dry area.
_k ARNING1 NEVER store the engine with fuel
in the gas tank indoors in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas where fumes may reach an open flame, a spark, or pilot light.
WINTER STORAGE
CAUTION
and render your unit inoperable.
•Freeze damage is not covered Under warrar4y.
To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1.Flush detergent siphoning tube by placing filter into a pail of clean water while running pressure washer in low pressure mode (adjustable nozzle in forward position). Flush for one to two minutes.
2.Empty pump of all pumped liquids by pulling recoil handle about 6 times. This should remove most liquid in pump.
4.Connect a
LONG TERM STORAGE
If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more than 30 days, you must prepare the engine for long term storage.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that
Protect Fuel System
Draining Fuel Tank:
_hL approvedARNING1containerDrain fuel,outdoors,using awayfunnel,fromintoopen flame. Be sure engine is cool. DO NOT smoke.
Remove all fuel from carburetor and fuel tank to
prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine.
Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops due to lack of fuel.
Change Oil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill with recommended grade. See "Changing Oil" on page 13.
Oil Cylinder Bore
Remove spark plug, Squirt about 1 ounce of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Pull recoil handle slowly to distribute oil. Avoid spray from spark plug hole.
Install spark plug. DO NOT connect spark plug wire.
OTHER
DO NOT store fuel from one season to another.
If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to
give protection from dust and dirt. BE SURE TO EMPTY THE FUEL TANK.
IMPORTANT: NEVER cover your pressure washer while engine and exhaust area are warm.
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