Craftsman 580752871 Quick Setup Manual

WARNING Failure to read and follow the
operator's manual and all operating
instructions could result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive which could
cause burns, fire or explosion resulting
in death or serious injury. Turn pressure
washer engine OFF and let it cool at least 2
minutes before removing fuel cap. Let spilled fuel
evaporate before starting engine. Always allow
space for fuel expansion.
WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid
retraction) will pull hand and arm toward
engine faster than you can let go which
could cause broken bones, fractures,
bruises, or sprains resulting in serious injury.
NEVER pull starter cord without first relieving
spray gun pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. Firmly grasp
spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun
kicks back.
Items not included (you will need):
• Utility knife • Unleaded fuel • Garden hose, 50 ft. (15 m) or less
• Safety goggles (indirect vented type) • Petroleum or synthetic grease
Unpack Pressure Washer
1. Remove everything from carton except pressure washer.
2. Open carton completely by cutting each corner from top to
bottom.
3. Ensure you have all included items prior to assembly. If items
are damaged or missing, call 1-800-222-3136.
4. Prior to assembly, lubricate the rubber o-ring seals on all
connections with petroleum or synthetic grease. See Operator's
Manual, Lubricate O-Rings.
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Assemble Pressure Washer
1. Place handle (A) onto handle supports connected to main
unit. Make sure holes in handle align with holes on handle
supports.
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2. Insert handle carriage bolts (B) through holes from inside of
unit and attach a plastic knob (C) from outside of unit. Tighten
by hand.
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NOTICE By loosening both knobs to the middle section of the
attachment bolt, the upper handle can fold forward to store flat
atop the cold engine. DO NOT fold the handle down while the
engine is hot.
3. Insert rubber straps (D) through slots (E) in back of accessory
tray and pull tight from front.
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4. Place accessory tray (F) over holes (G) on handle (viewing
from front of unit). Push the tree clips (H) into the holes until
they sit flat against the accessory tray.
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5. Insert selector nozzle and other supplied accessories
in spaces provided in accessory tray. See How to Use
Accessory Tray, in operator's manual.
6. Place bottle brackets (J) facing outside over holes in handle
supports. Secure bottle brackets with carriage bolts (K) and
plastic knobs (L). Tighten by hand.
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Attach Perfect Mix™ Siphon
1. Attach tube end of blue Perfect Mix Siphon (M) to barbed
tube fitting (N) on pump.
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2. Place Perfect Mix bottles (P) (not included) in wireform bracket
on handle.
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3. Remove cap from bottle and insert Perfect Mix Siphon (M).
Screw siphon unit to top of bottle.
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NOTICE Use clip (Q) on cap to snap siphon to wire form bracket
when siphon is not in a concentrate bottle.
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© 2016 Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is accurate and correct. However, we reserve the right to alter or otherwise improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice and without incurring obligation.
This pressure washer is rated in accordance to the Pressure Washer Manufacturers Association (PWMA) standard PW101-2010 (Testing and Rating Performance of Pressure Washers).
Quick Setup Guide
Pressure Washer
WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill
you in minutes. You CANNOT smell it, see
it, or taste it. Operate ONLY outside far
away from windows, doors and vents. Install carbon
monoxide alarms. DO NOT run this product inside
homes or garages, even if using fans or opening
doors and windows.
WARNING High water pressure could cut
through skin resulting in serious injury.
Spray gun traps high water pressure,
even when engine is stopped and water
is disconnected. NEVER aim spray gun at people,
animals, or plants. ALWAYS point spray gun in
safe direction, press red button and squeeze spray
gun trigger to release high pressure, every time
you stop engine.
WARNING Risk of eye injury. Spray could
splash back or propel objects resulting
in serious injury. Always wear indirect
vented (chemical splash) safety goggles
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when using
or in vicinity of this equipment. NEVER substitute
safety glasses or dry-condition goggles for indirect
vented safety goggles.
Items Included:
Operator's Manual (not shown)
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Add Engine Oil and Fuel
NOTICE You MUST properly fill engine with oil before attempting
to start pressure washer.
NOTICE DO NOT use unapproved gasoline such as E15 and
E85. DO NOT mix oil in gasoline or modify engine to run on
alternate fuels.
1. Move pressure washer outdoors to a flat, level surface.
2. Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap/dipstick (
3. Hold neck of supplied oil pouch and remove cap.
4. Slowly pour contents of oil pouch into oil fill opening. Checking
oil level frequently, fill to FULL mark (top hole) on dipstick.
NOTICE Pause to permit oil to settle. Wipe dipstick clean each
time oil level is checked. DO NOT overfill.
5. Replace and fully tighten oil fill cap/dipstick.
6. Clean area around the fuel cap (
7. Slowly add clean, fresh, UNLEADED fuel (R) to fuel tank (S).
Be careful not to overfill. To allow for fuel expansion, do not fill
above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
8. Replace fuel cap. Let any spilled fuel evaporate before starting
engine.
Move Pressure Washer to Safe
Operating Location
WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a
poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You CANNOT
smell it, see it, or taste it. Operate ONLY outside far away
from windows, doors and vents. Install carbon monoxide
alarms. DO NOT run this product inside homes or garages, even if
using fans or opening doors and windows.
1. Move pressure washer outdoors to a flat, level surface.
2. Keep at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead to reduce the risk of exhaust heat
or exhaust gases igniting nearby combustible material.
Connect Spray Gun
NOTICE Remove and discard 2 shipping caps from high
pressure outlet and garden hose inlet connections.
1. Uncoil high pressure hose (T) and attach one end of hose to
base of spray gun (U). Tighten by hand.
2. Attach other end of high pressure hose (T) to high pressure
outlet (V) on pump. Tighten by hand.
Connect Water Supply
NOTICE DO NOT use pressure washer if inlet screen is
damaged or missing, call 1-800-222-3136.
1. Inspect garden hose inlet screen (W) for damage.
2. Clean screen if it contains debris or have it replaced if
damaged.
3. Run cold water through garden hose for 30 seconds to clean
out any debris. Connect garden hose (X) (not to exceed 50 ft.
in length) to water inlet (Y). Tighten by hand.
Start Pressure Washer
NOTICE You MUST connect and turn on water supply fully
before starting engine.
1. Put on safety goggles.
WARNING Risk of eye injury. Spray could splash back or
propel objects resulting in serious injury. Always wear
indirect vented (chemical splash) safety goggles
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marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when using or in
vicinity of this equipment. NEVER substitute safety glasses or
dry-condition goggles for indirect vented safety goggles.
2. Turn on water supply.
3. Press red button (Z) on spray gun and pull trigger until water
comes out in a steady stream. Release trigger to locked
position.
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4. Attach nozzle extension (AA) to spray gun (U).
5. Pull back on collar of nozzle extension (AA), insert spray tip
(BB) and release collar. Tug on spray tip to make sure it is
securely in place.
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6. Push engine rocker switch (CC) to ON (I) position.
NOTICE This unit is equipped with a ReadyStart ® engine.
A ReadyStart® engine means there is no priming or choking
required.
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WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) will pull
hand and arm toward engine faster than you can
G let go which could cause broken bones, fractures,
bruises, or sprains resulting in serious injury. NEVER
pull starter cord without first relieving spray gun pressure. Pull
starter cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.
7. When starting engine, position yourself as recommended and
grasp starter grip handle and pull slowly until you feel some
resistance. Then pull rapidly to start engine.
8. Return starter grip handle slowly. DO NOT let rope "snap back"
against starter.
NOTICE After each starting attempt, where engine fails to run,
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always point gun in safe direction, press red button and squeeze
spray gun trigger to release high pressure.
9. Point gun toward surface to be cleaned. Push red button and
pull trigger to begin spraying.
Stop Pressure Washer
1. Let engine idle for 2 minutes.
2. Push engine rocker switch (CC) to OFF (0) position.
3. Turn off water supply.
4. Point spray gun in safe direction, press red button, and
squeeze spray gun trigger to relieve retained high water
pressure.
NOTICE Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected.
5. Disconnect garden hose from pump.
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6. Disconnect high pressure hose from pump and gun for
storage. For long term storage instructions, see operator's
manual.
7. Remove safety goggles.
Have Questions?
Do not return to store. We can help.
Call Customer Service Toll-Free 1-800-222-3136
Or visit our website www.craftsman.com
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