Troy-Bilt 203779GS manual Winter Storage, LongTermStorage, Notice

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Winter Storage

Winter Storage

NOTICE

You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures.

Failureto doso will permanentlydamageyour pumpandrender your unit inoperable.

Freezedamageis not coveredunderwarranty.

To protectthe unit from freezing temperatures:

1.Follow steps 1-3 in the previous section After Each Use.

2.Use pump saver, Model 6039, to treat pump. This minimizes freezedamageand lubricates pistons and seals.

3.If pump saver is not available,connect a 3-foot section of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour RV-antifreeze(antifreezewithout alcohol) into hose. Pull recoil handle twice. Disconnect 3-foot hose.

4.Store unit in a clean, dry area.

LongTermStorage

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.

Protect Fuel System

FuelAdditive:

Fuelwill becomestale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acids and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Prior to storage, if gasoline has not beentreated with a fuel stabilizer, it must be drained from the engine into an approved container. Then run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.

When fuel stabilizers are used according to their instructions, there is no needto drain the gasoline from the engine prior to storage. Use Briggs & Stratton FRESH STARTTM fuel stabilizer, availableas a liquid additive or a drip concentrated liquid cartridge. Run the engine for a short time to circulate stabilizer throughout the fuel system. Engineand fuel can then be stored up to 24 months.

If gasoline is drained, the use of a fuel stabilizer in the

storage container is still recommended to maintain freshness.

Storing the Engine

Seethe engine operator'smanual for instructions on how to properly preparethe engine for storage.

Protecting the Pump

To protect the pump from damagecaused by mineral deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver, Model 6039, to treat pump. This prevents freezedamage and lubricates pistons and seals.

NOTICE

You must protect yOUrunit from freezing temperatures. Failureto doso will permanentlydamageyour pumpandrender yourunit inoperable.

Freezedamageis not coveredunderwarranty.

NOTE:PumpSaveris available as an optional accessory. It is not included with the pressure washer. Contactthe nearest authorized service center to purchase PumpSaver.

To use PumpSaver,make sure the pressure washer is turned off and disconnectedfrom supply water. Readand follow all instructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver container.

Other Storage Tips

1.DO NOTstore fuel from oneseason to another unless it has beentreated as described in Protect Fuel System.

2.Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in fuel can cause problems if it'sused with this unit.

3.Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.

WARNING

f_J Storage covers can be flammable.

DONOTplaceastoragecoverovera hot pressurewasher.

. Letequipmentcoolfor a sufficienttimebeforeplacingthecover onthe equipment.

4. Store unit in a clean and dry area.

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Troy-Bilt 203779GS manual Winter Storage, LongTermStorage, Notice, To protectthe unit from freezing temperatures