Operating instructions

AFTER EACH USE
Water shouldnotremaininthe unitfor longperiodsoftime.
Sedimentsof mineralscan depositon pumppartsand
"freeze" pumpaction.Followtheseproceduresalterevery
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 itcool, then remove all
hoses.
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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 pressurehose and inspect it for damage.
Cuts inthe hose or fraying of it could resultin leaks
and lossof pressure.Should any damage be found,
replace the hose. DO NOT attempt to repaira dam-
aged hose. Replace the hose with the genuine
Craftsman part.
It is importantto prevent gum depositsfrom forming in
essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor,fuel fil-
ter, fuel hose or tank duringstorage. Also, experience
indicatesthat alcohol-blendedfuels (called gasohol,
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisturewhich leadsto .
separation and formation of acids duringstorage. 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 fromthe fuel tank to prevent gum
depositsfrom forming on these parts and causing pos-
sible malfunctionof engine.
Run engine untilengine stops from lack of fuel. Make
sure you have water supplyto 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.)
Drain water from hose and properly hang it on the
wire supportprovided on the guide handle. OIL CYLINDER BORE
,_ DANGER: NEVER store engine with fuel in I - Remove spark plugand pour about 1/2 ounce (15ml)
tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilat- I of engine oil intothe cylinder.Cover spark plughole
ed areas where fumes may reach an open I / A CAUTION: Avoid spray from spark plug
flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, [ _ hole when cranking engine slowly.
water heater, clothes dryer or other gas I
appliance. I with rag. Crank slowly to distributeoil.
• Installspark plug. Do not connect sparkplug wire.
• Store in a clean, dry area.
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 fluidintothe pumpby pour-
ing the washer fluid into a 3-foot section of garden
hose connectedto the inlet adapter and pullingthe
recoilhandle twice.
LONG TERM STORAGE
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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 yourpressure washer while
engine and exhaust area are warm.
Ifyou do notplan to usethe PressureWasher for morethan
30 days,youmustprepare the engine for long termstorage.
Note: As always, prepare the pressure washer pump as
you would after each use.
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