Craftsman 580.763000 - Manual (Page 15)

SERVICE
AFTER EACH USE
Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time.
Sediments of minerals can deposit on pump parts and
“freeze” pump action. Follow these procedures after every
use:
« Flush detergent hose by placing the injector filter into
a pail of clear water while running Pressure Washer
with nozzle in low pressure mode. Rush until you can
see clear water running through the tube.
• Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove all
hoses.
CAUTION: Be sure the BUN/STOP switch is
in the “STOP” position before you continue.
If you start the 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 pressure hose and inspect it for damage.
Cuts in the hose or fraying of it could result In leaks
and loss of pressure. Should any damage be found,
replace the hose. DO NOT attempt to repair a dam­
aged hose. Replace the hose with the genuine
Craftsman part.
» Drain water from hose and properly hang it on the wire
support provided on the guide handle.
NOTE: To protect the unit from freezing temperatures,
you can draw windshield washer fluid into the pump by
pouring the washer fluid into a 3-foot section of garden
hose connected to the inlet adaptor and pulling the recoil
handle twice.
• Store in a clean, dry area.
LONGTERM STORAGE
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in
tank Indoors or In enclosed, poorly ventilat­
ed areas where fumes may reach an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace,
water heater clothes dryer or other gas
appliance,
.
If you do not plan to use the Pressure Washer for more than
30 days, you must prepare the engine for long term storage.
NOTE: As always, prepare the pressure washer pump as
you would after each use.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in
essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel fil­
ter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience
indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called “gasohol” or
using 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 storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Follow these
instructions:
Protect Fuel System: Engines stored over 30 days need
to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits
from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor
parts.
® For engine protection use a fuel stabilizer. Mix stabiliz­
er with fuel in fuel tank and run engine for short time to
circulate stabilizer through carburetor.
• Turn the fuel valve off and run engine until engine it
stops from lack of fuel. Make sure you have water
supply to pump inlet connected and turned ON.
Change Oil: While engine is still warm, drain oil from
crankcase. Refill with recommended grade.
Oil Cylinder Bore: Remove spark plug and pour about
1/2 ounce (15ml) of engine oil into the cylinder, Cover
spark plug hole with rag. Crank slowly to distribute oil.
CAUTION: Avoid spray from spark plug
hole when cranking engine slowly.
» Install spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.
OTHER
“ Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust andtor dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from 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 your pressure washer while
engine and exhaust areas are warm.
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