Craftsman 580.752381 Operator's Manual page 9

Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump
NOTICE DO NOT run the pump without the water supply
connected and turned on.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
NOTE: Remove and discard the shipping caps from the pump's
high pressure outlet and water inlet before attaching hoses.
1. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach quick connect end
of hose to base of spray gun. Pull down on collar of
quick connect, slide onto spray gun and let go of collar.
Tug on hose to be sure of tight connection.
WARNING The high pressure stream of water that
this equipment produces can cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, leading to serious
injury and possible amputation.
• NEVER connect high pressure hose to nozzle extension.
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun
while system is pressurized.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzles and accessories are
correctly attached.
2. Similarly, attach other end of high pressure hose to high
pressure outlet (A) on pump. Pull down on collar of
quick connect, slide onto pump and let go of collar. Pull
on hose to be sure of tight connection.
B
3. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (B). Clean screen if it contains debris or have
it replaced if damaged. DO NOT run pressure washer if
inlet screen is damaged or missing.
4. Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to clean
out any debris. Turn off water.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the water
supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
5. Connect garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in length) to
water inlet.Tighten by hand.
NOTICE Using a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check
valve) at pump inlet can cause pump or inlet connector
damage.
• There MUST be at least ten feet of unrestricted garden hose
between the pressure washer inlet and any device, such as a
vacuum breaker or check valve.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
WARNING Risk of eye injury.
Spray can splash back or propel objects.
• Always wear safety goggles when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
• Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing
adequate safety goggles.
• NEVER substitute safety glasses for safety goggles.
6. Turn ON the water, press red button (C) on the gun and
squeeze the trigger to purge the pump system of air and
impurities.
C
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the assembled unit to ensure you have performed all
of the following:
1. Be sure to read Safety Rules and How To Use Pressure
Washer before using pressure washer.
2. Make sure handle is in place and secure.
3. Make sure shipping cap was removed and oil dipstick
was installed in pump.
A
4. Check that oil has been added to proper level in engine
crankcase.
5. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
6. Check for properly attached hose connections.
7. Check to make sure there are no kinks, cuts, or damage
to high pressure hose.
8. Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
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