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18 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC
MAINTENANCE
STORED FOR LESS THAN 30 DAYS
• Allow the pressure washer to cool a minimum of 30
minutes before storage.
• Wipe the pressure washer with a moist cloth. Clean any
debris from the mufer cooling vents.
• Store the pressure washer in a well-ventilated, clean,
dry location away from sparks, open ames, pilot lights,
heat, and other sources of ignition such as areas with
a spark-producing electric motor or where power tools
are operated. Store in an area out of direct sunlight.
• Do not store the pressure washer or gasoline near
furnaces, water heaters, or any other appliances that
produce heat or have automatic ignitions.
STORED FOR OVER 30 DAYS
Even properly stabilized fuel can leave residue and cause
corrosion if left long term. If storing the pressure washer for
two to six months, drain the oat bowl to prevent gum and
varnish buildup in the carburetor.
WINTER STORAGE
Make sure the pressure washer hose is free of all water
before storing for winter. In order to prevent corrosion
and keep the water pump from freezing you will need to
add RV (non-toxic) antifreeze or similar pump-protection
specically made for pressure washers. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for use.
DRAINING THE FLOAT BOWL
1. Turn the fuel tank valve to the OFF position.
2. Locate the drain screw on the bottom of the carburetor
oat bowl.
3. Place an appropriate gasoline container under the drain
screw to catch the drained fuel.
4. Loosen the oat bowl drain screw and allow the fuel to
drain. Tighten the oat bowl drain screw.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
If storing the pressure washer for longer than six months,
drain the fuel tank to prevent fuel separation, deterioration,
and deposits in the fuel system.
1. Drain the oat bowl.
2. Unscrew the fuel tank cap. Remove the fuel screen lter
by slightly compressing it while removing it from the
tank.
3. Using a commercially available gasoline hand pump
(not included), siphon the gasoline from the fuel tank
into an approved gasoline container. DO NOT use an
electric pump.
4. Reinstall the fuel screen lter and the fuel tank cap.
5. Remove the spark plug.
6. Put a teaspoon of engine oil into the cylinder and pull the
recoil handle until resistance is felt. At this position the
piston is coming up on its compression stroke and both
valves are closed. Storing the engine in this position will
help prevent internal corrosion. Return the recoil handle
gently.
7. Reinstall the spark plug. Leave the spark plug boot
disconnected to prevent accidental starting.
VALVE CLEARANCE
NOTICE
Checking and adjusting valve clearance must be done
when the engine is cold.
1. Remove the rocker arm cover and carefully remove
the gasket. If the gasket is torn or damaged, it must be
replaced.
2. Remove the spark plug so the engine can be rotated
more easily.
3. Rotate the engine to top dead center (TDC) by pulling
the recoil handle slowly. Looking through the spark plug
hole, the piston should be at the top (both valves are
closed).
4. Both the rocker arms should be loose at TDC on the
compression stroke. If they are not, rotate the engine
360°.
5. Insert a feeler gauge between the rocker arm and the
valve stem to measure valve clearance.