Craftsman 580.7618 owner manual After Each USE, Winter Storage, Long Term Storage, Other

AFTER EACH USE

Water shouldnot remainin the unitfor longperiodsof time.

Sedimentsof mineralscan depositon pumppartsand "freeze" pumpaction.Followtheseproceduresalter every use:

Flush detergent hose by placing the injectorfilter into a pail _f clear water while running Pressure Washer with nozzle in low pressure mode. Flush until you can see clear water runningthrough the tube.

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

A CAUTION: Be sure throttle 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 the hose. DO NOT attempt to repair a dam- aged hose. Replace the hose with the genuine Craftsman part.

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

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

edflame,areassparkwhereor pilotfumeslightmayasreachon anfurnace,open I[

water heater, clothes dryer or other gas I

appliance.I

•Store in a clean, dry area.

It is importantto prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor,fuel fil- ter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol-blendedfuels (called gasohol, 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

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

sure engine is cool. Do not smoke.

Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing pos- sible malfunctionof engine.

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. (See Changing Oil Level on Page 11.)

OIL CYLINDER BORE

-Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 ounce (15ml) of engine oil intothe cylinder. Cover spark plug hole

/A CAUTION:hole when crankingAvoid sprayenginefromslowlyspark. plug

with rag. Crank slowly to distributeoil.

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

WINTER STORAGE

CAUTION: You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures. Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render your unit inoperable.

To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:

•Draw windshieldwasher fluid into the pump by pour- ing the washer fluid into a 3-foot section of garden hose connected to the inlet adapter and pullingthe recoil handle twice.

LONG TERM STORAGE

Ifyou do not plan to usethe PressureWasher for more than 30 days, you mustprepare the engine for long termstorage.

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

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can startsto rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasolinewill cause problems.

If possible, store your unit indoorsand cover it to give protectionfrom 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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