Craftsman 580.751651 owner manual Service Adjustments, Storage

	SERVICE	AND ADJUSTMENTS
o	Remove additional debris by back flushing	water sup- •	Test the pressure washer by operating with nozzle in
	ply through wand (Fig. 30). Back flush between 30 to		the high and in the tow position.
	60 seconds. Turn wand to stream spray and move			i
	nozzle from low to high while flushing.
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	Reinstall nozzle into the wand. DO NOT overtighten.

IReconnect the wand to the gun

oReconnect the water supply, tum on the water, and start the engine.

FIG. 30

STORAGE

AFTER EACH USE

Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time.

Sediments of minerals can deposit on 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 low pressure mode. Rush until you can see clear water running through the tube.

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

CAUTION: BE SURETHE THROTTLE LEVER IS IN I "STOP" POSITION BEFORE YOU CONTINUE. IF 1

YOU STARTTHE ENGINE wrrHOUT THE PROPER I

WATER SUPPLY CONNECTED, YOU CAN DAM-

AGE THE PUMP. t

•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 the hose. DO NOT attempt to repair a damaged hose and use it. Replace the hose with the genuine Crafts- man part.

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

NOTE: To protect the unit from freezing temperatures, you can draw windshield washer fluid into the pump by pouring the washer fluid into a 3-foot section of garden hose con-

nected to the inlet adaptor and pulling the recoil handle twice.

•Store in a clean, dry area.

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

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 alcohol-blended fuels (called "gasohol" or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads

to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be

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

Protect Fuel System: Engines stored over 30 days need( to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits

from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts

,,For engine protection use a fuel stabilizer. Mix star_,ze_,

with fuel in fuel tank and run engine for short time to circulate stabilizer through carburetor.

•If you did use "gasohol', run engine until engine stops from lack of fuel. Make sure you have water supply to pump inlet connected and turned ON.

Change Oil: While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill with recommended grade.

Oil Cylinder Bore: Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 ounce (15ml) of engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Crank slowly to distribute oil.

1 _ CAUTIONIHOLE WHEN AVOIDSPRAYFROMSPARKPLUGCRANK,NG ENG,NE SLOWLY.I

-Install spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

WARNING: NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN I		Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
		Rust and/or	dirt in your	gasoline will cause problems.
TANK INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY VEN- I		If possible,	store your	unit indoors and cover it to give
TILATED AREAS WHERE FUMES MAY REACH AN I
OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A		protection from dust and dirt.
i o,oFURNACE,.°STOWATER HEATER, CLOTHES.,OODRYER i •
		Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
OR OTHER GAS APPUANCEo	J	does not retain moisture.

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

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER YOUR PRESSURE WASHER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE_ WARM.

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