Winter Storage; Long Term Storage - Craftsman 580.752000 Instrucciones Y Manual Del Propietario

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GENERAL
Inspect high pressure hose for damage. Cuts in
hose or fraying could result in leaks and loss of
pressure. Should any damage be found, replace
hose. DO NOT attempt to repair a damaged hose.
Replace hose with genuine Craftsman part.
Drain water from hose, gun, and nozzle extension
and properly coil it on attached wiraform.
Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
Sl:ora unit in a clean, dry area.
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WARNINGI
NEVER store the engine with fuel
in the gas l:anK indoors or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas where fumes may reach an
open flame, a sparK, or pilot light.
WINTER STORAGE
CAUTION
, Freeze damage is not covered under warranty
To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1.
Flush detergent siphoning tube by placing filter
into a pail of clean wal:er while running pressure
washer in low pressure mode (adjustable nozzle in
forward position). Flush for one to two minul:es.
2.
Empty pump of all pumped liquids by pulling recoil
handle about 6 times. This should remove most
liquid in pump.
3.
Use pump saver, available at Sears retail item
number 7174403, 1:otreat pump. This prevents
freeze damage and lubricates pis1:onsand seals.
4.
If pump saver is not available, connect a 3-foot
section of garden hose 1:owa1:er inlet adapter.
Pour RV-antifreeze
(antifreeze without alcohol)
into hose. Pull recoil handle twice. Disconnect
3-foot hose.
LONG TERM STORAGE
If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more
than 30 days, you must prepare the engine and pump
for long 1:erm s1:orage.
It is imporl:ant 1:oprevent gum deposits from forming in
essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose or 1:anKduring storage. Also,
experience indice1:es that alcohol-blended
fuels (called
gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture,
which leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in s1:orage.
Protect
Fuel System
Draining Fuel Tank:
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WARNINGI
Drain fuel, using a funnel, into
approved con1:ainer outdoors, away from open
flame. Be sure engine is cool. DO NOT smoke.
Remove all fuel from cerbure1:or and fuel 1:anK1:o
prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts
and causing possible malfunction of engine.
Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine
s1:opsdue 1:olack of fuel.
Change
Oil
While engine is s1:ill w arm, drain oil from crankcase.
Refill with recommended grade. See "Changing Oil"
on page 13.
Oil
Cylinder
Bore
Remove spark plug. Squirt about 1 ounce of clean
engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole
with rag. Pull recoil handle slowly to distribute oil.
Avoid spray from spark plug hole.
Ins1:all s park plug. DO NOT connect spark plug wire.
Protect
Pump
To protect the pump use Sears pump saver to prevent
freeze damage and lubricate pistons and seals.
NOTE: Sears pump saver, item number 717,_03, is
available as an optional accessory. It is not included with
the pressure washer.
CAUTION
,Failure to de so wi!l permanentlydamage your pump
and render you_ unit ineperablei
_ Freeze damage !Sn_ c0vered underwarran_ •
To use the pump saver:
CAUTION
1. Attach hose on pump saver can 1:opump inlet.
2.
Push in can top to dispense pump saver.
3.
When pump saver fluid begins to exit pump outlet,
the pump is protected.
4.
Remove pump saver from pump inlet.
OTHER
DO NOT store fuel from one season to another.
If possible, s1:oreyour unit indoors and cover it to
give pro1:ection from dust and dirt. BE SURE TO
EMPTY THE FUEL TANK.
IMPORTANT:
NEVER cover your pressure washer
while engine and exhaust area are warm.
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