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 the chemical system by selecting the System Rinse tank and run the Pressure Washer with
nozzle in low pressure mode. Flush for one minute or until the chemical is cleared from the system.
•Shut off the engine and let it cool, then rempve all hoses.
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•Empty the pump of all pumped liquidsby pulling recoil handle about 6 times w th the Run/Stop switch in the '0'or Stop pos tron.This should remove most of the liquid in the pump.
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OFF position.
•Coil the high pressure hose and inspect it for damage. Cuts in the hose or fraying.could result in leaks and loss of pressure. Should any damage be found, replace the hose. DO NOT attempt to repair a damaged hose. Replace the hose with the genuine Craftsman part.
•Drain water from hose and properly hang it on the wire support provided.
•Store system in a clean, dry area.
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WINTER STORAGE
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To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
•Empty all chemical reservoirs as follows:
a. Disconnect hose connected to chemical inject
fitting on the pump. Place end of hose into suitable container.
b.Move the selector knob to Tank A and open
that tank'scover. Gravity should shortly empty the tank contents into the container.
c.When the tank is empty, repeat.step (b) for tanks B and C.
d.Reconnect the hose to the chemical inject fitting on the pump. Add 0.5 liter of clean fresh water to each tank and close tank'scovers.
Flush the chemical system by selecting a tank and run the Pressure Washer with nozzle in low
pressure mode. Flush until each tank is empty, then switch the selector knob to the next tank. The last
tank to be emptied must be the System Rinse tank.
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
,i_ outdoors,DANGER: awayDrainfromfuel openinto approvedflame. Becontainersure engine is cool. Do not smoke.
•Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of 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)
Oil Cylinder Bore
•Remove spark plug. Squirt about I ounce (30 ml) of engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Crank engine slowly to distribute oil.
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•install spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.
OTHER
•Do not store gasoline 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 cleaning system while engine and exhaust area are warm.
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