LONG TERM STORAGE
If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more than 30 days, you must prepare the engine and pump 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
Fuel Additive:
If adding a fuel additive, fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote
fuel deterioration during storage. Engine and fuel can be stored up to 24 months with additive.
Add fuel additive following manufacturer's instructions.
Make sure you have water supply to pump inlet connected and turned ON.
Run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated fuel has replaced the untreated fuel in the carburetor.
If fuel additive is not used, remove all fuel from tank and run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
Change Oil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill with recommended grade. See "Changing OiF on
page 14.
Oil Cylinder Bore
Remove spark plug. Squirt about 1 tablespoon 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.
Protect Pump
To protect the pump use Sears pump saver to prevent freeze damage and lubricate pistons and seals.
NOTE: Sears pump saver, item number
,Freeze damage is not covered under warrant3
To use the pump saver:
CAUTION
1.Attach hose on pump saver can to pump inlet.
2.Push in can top to dispense pump saver.
3.When pump saver fluid begins to exit pump outlet, the pump is protected.
4.Remove pump saver from pump inlet.
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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