Manual
Clean Pre-Cleaner and Air Cleaner Cartridge
Your engine is equippedwith an oval dual element
air cleaner: the two elements include a foam pre-cleaner
and an air cleaner cartridge.
• To remove the air cleaner element, loosentwo cover
screws and lift cover. Carefully remove foam pre-
cleaner and air cleaner cartridge.
• To clean pre-cleaner and air cleaner cartridge,wash
in liquiddetergent and water. Allow to drythoroughly
before using. Do not oil the precleaner or cartridge.
Replace if very dirty or damaged.
• After cleaning the pre-cleaner and air cleaner
cartridge,replace pre-cleaner onair cleaner car
tridge.
• Installair cleaner assembly (pre-cleaner and
cartridge) inbase. Then installcover onair cleaner
and tighten screws securely to base.
NOTE: Do not use petroleum solvents,e.g., kerosene,
which willcause the cartridge to detedorete. Do not use
pressurizedairto clean cartridge. Pressurizedaircan
damage the cartridge.
Clean and Replace Spark Plug
Change the spark plug every I00 hoursof operationor
once each year,whichever comes first. This will help
your engineto start easier and run better.
.030" (0.76 MM)
RESISTOR
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PRE-CLEANER _CARTRIDGE
BASE
Carburetor
The carburetor of your high pressure washer is pre-set
at the factory. The carburetor should not be tampered
with. If you pressure washer is used at an altitude in
excess of 5000 feet consult with your nearest Sears
Service Center regarding high altitude set changes.
A CAUTION: Engine speed was properly adjusted
at the factory and should require no additional
adjustment. Do not attempt to change engine
speed, If you believe the engine is running too fast
or too slow, take your pressure to a Sears
Authorized Service Center for repair and adjustment.
,& WARNING:High engine speeds are dangerous and
increase the risk of personal injury or damage to
equipment.
IA CAUTION: Low engine speeds impose a heavy I
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load on the engineand could shortenengine
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life.
Nozzle Cleaning
Ifthe nozzle becomes clogged withforeign materials,
such as dirt, excessive pressure may develop. If the
nozzle becomes partially clogged or restricted, the
pump pressure will pulsate. Clean the nozzle immedi-
ately using the nozzle kit supplied and the following
instructions.
1. Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water
supply.
2, Disconnect spark plug wire.
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