AFTER EACH USE

Water shouldnot remain in the unitfor 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 selectingthe System Rinse tank and run the cleaning system 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 remove all hoses.

,_ CAUTION: Be sure the engine Run/Stop switch is in the "Stop" positionbeforeyou continue.

•Empty the pump of all pumped liquidsby pulling recoil handle about 6 times with the Run/Stop switch in the "Stop" position.This shouldremove mostof the liquid in the pump.

•Rotate the Dial-A-CleanerTMselectorknob to the

OFF position.

•Coil the high pressure hose and inspectit 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 attemptto repair a damaged hose. Replace the hose with the genuine Craftsman part.

Drain water from hose and properlyhang it on the wire supportprovided.

•Store system in a clean, dry area.

A DANGER: Never store the engine with fuel in the gas tank indoorsor in enclosed,poorly ventilatedareas where fumes may reach an open flame, a spark, or pilot light.

WINTER STORAGE

,_ CAUTION: You mustprotectyour unitfrom freezingtemperatures. Failure to do so will

permanentlydamage your pumpand render

your unitinoperable.

To protectthe unit from freez_ tempaatums:

•Empty all chemical reservoirsas follows:

a.Disconnecthose connectedto chemical inject

fittingon the pump. Place end of hose into suitable container.

b.Move the selector knob to Tank A and open

that tank'scover. Gravity shouldshortlyempty 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 chemicalinject

fitting on the pump. Add 0.5 literof clean fresh water to each tank and close tank'scovers.

•Flush the chemical system by selecting a tank and run the cleaning system 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 3-foot section of garden hose to the inlet adapter. Pour RV-Antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into the hose. Pull the recoil handle twice.

LONG TERM STORAGE

If you do not plan to use the cleaning system for more than 30 days, you mustprepare the engine for long term storage.

It is importantto prevent gum deposits from formingin essentialfuel system parts such as the carb_Jretor,fuel filter,fuel hose or tank dudng storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol-blended fu_ls (celled gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidicgas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

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Protect Fuel System

,_ DANGER: Drain fuel into approved container outdoors,away from open flame. Be sure

engine is cool. Do not smoke.

Remove all ga,sqlinefrom the fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunctionof engine.

Run engine unUIengine stops from lack of fuel.

Make sure you have water supply to pump inlet connected and turned ON.

Change Oil

While engine is stillwarm, drain oil from crankcase.

Refillwith recommended grade. (See Changing Oil)

Oil Cylinder Bore

•Remove spark plug. Squid about I ounce (30 ml) of engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Crank engine slowly to distributeoil.

_k CAUTION: Avoid spray from spark plug hole when crankingengine.

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

OTHER

•Do not store gasolinefrom one season to another.

•If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give protectionfrom 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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