Craftsman 580.752090 Operator's Manual page 11

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 cap from the
pump's water inlet before attaching hoses.
1. Attach end of high pressure hose without metal
reinforced end to base of spray gun. Tighten by hand.
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 reel and spray gun while
system is pressurized.
• Always be certain reel, spray gun, nozzles and accessories are
correctly attached.
2. Before connecting garden hose to water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (A). Clean screen if it contains debris or
have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT run pressure
washer if inlet screen is damaged.
A
WARNING
3. Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT siphon standing water for the water
supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).
4. Connect the garden hose (not to exceed 50 feet in
length) to the water inlet. Tighten by hand.
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 (3 m) 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.
5. Turn ON the water and press red button on spray gun
and squeeze trigger to purge the pump system of air and
impurities.
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.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit to ensure you have performed all of the
following:
1. Be sure to read Safety Rules and Operation sections
before using the pressure washer.
2. Make sure handle and hose reel is in place and secure.
3. Check that oil has been added to proper level in engine
crankcase.
4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
5. Check for proper hose connections (high pressure and
water supply) and that there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to the high pressure hose.
6. Provide proper water supply (not to exceed 100°F).
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NOTICE
WARNING