BEFORE STARTING THE PRESSURE WASHER

WARNING: Improperly maintainingthis engine

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Always perform a pre-operation inspection beforeeach operationand correctany problem.

Note: It is important before you operate the pressure washer to check the condition of the engine. Check for

signs of any gas or oil leaks. Check that all of the shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts and screws

are tightened.

ADD ENGINE OIL

Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil, rated with API SERVICE classification SF or SG. SAE lOW-30

weight is recommended for general use.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

Other viscosities (shown in the chart ABOVE) may be used when the average temperature in your area is with- in the recommended range. Use no special additives.

NOTE: Check oil level often during engine break in.

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To operate the engine you will need to do the following:

•Place pressure washer on a level surface.

•Place ignitionswitch lever in STOP or OFF position. Clean area around oil fill and remove oil dipstick.

•Wipe dipstick clean.

•Pour oil from the enclosed bottle into the oil fill

opening until oil reaches FULL mark on the dipstick.

DO NOT OVERFILL.

•Install oil dipstick, hand tighten securely.

DANGER! NEVER fill the fuel tank indoors.

NEVER fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or hot. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.

DANGER! Do not overfill the fuel tank.

Always leave room for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from the engine and equipment before starting.

ADD GASOLINE

Use fresh, clean, UNLEADED regular gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.

Note: Do not use gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol). Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol or grain alcohol ("Gasohol"), or up to 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) may be used but requires special care when engine is unused for extended periods.

See "Storage" instructions on Page 15.

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Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

Slowly add "UNLEADED"regular gasoline to fuel tank.

Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

IMPORTANT: Never mix oil with gasoline.

LOWER LIMIT

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580.76201 specifications

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