Storage; After Each Use; Winter Storage - Craftsman 580.752710 Owner's Manual

AFTER EACH USE
Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of
time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump
parts and "freeze" pump action. Follow these
procedures after every use:
1. Flush chemical system by turning its chemical
shut-off valves to "Off" position and run pressure
washer with black spray tip. Flush for one to two
minutes.
2. Shut off engine, let it cool, then remove all hoses.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
4. Empty pump of all liquids by pulling recoil handle
about 6 times. This should remove most liquid in
pump.
5. if storing for more than 30 days see "Long Term
Storage" on next page.
6. Uncoil high pressure hose and inspect it 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
Sears part.
7. Disconnect hose from spray gun and high
pressure outlet on pump. Drain water from hose,
gun, and nozzle extension. Use a rag to wipe off
hose.
8. Slide one end of hose into hole on hose reel. Turn
hose reel with handle to coil hose onto reel.
9. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
10. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
WARNING
WHEN STORBNGFUEL OR EQUIPMENT WiTH FUEL IN
TANK
Store away from
furnaces, stoves, water heaters,
clothes
dryers or other appliances
that have
pilot
light or other
ignition source because
they
can ignite
fuel vapors.
WHEN DRAINING FUEL
Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2
minutes before
removing
fuel cap. Loosen cap
slowly
to
relieve pressure in tank.
Drain fuel tank outdoors.
Keep
fuel away from
sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat,
and other
ignition sources.
DO NOT
light a
cigarette or smoke.
WINTER STORAGE
CAUTION
* Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump
and render your unit inoperable.
* Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1. Empty all chemical reservoirs as follows:
a. Disconnect hose connected to chemical inject
fitting on pump. Place end of hose into
suitable container.
b. Rotate one of the chemical shut-off valves to
"On" position and open that tanks cover.
Gravity will empty tank contents into container.
c. When first tank is empty, repeat step (b) for
other tank, using a different container.
d. Reconnect hose to chemical inject fitting on
pump. Add 0.5 quart of clean fresh water to
each tank and close tanks covers.
2. Flush chemical system by selecting one tank,
turning its chemical shut-off valve to "On" position
and run pressure washer with black spray tip.
Flush until first tank is empty. Turn its chemical
shut-off valve to "Off" position. Flush other tank
the same way.
3. Shut off engine and let it cool, then remove high
pressure and garden hoses. Disconnect spark
plug wire from spark plug.
4. Empty pump of all pumped liquids by pulling recoil
handle about 6 times. This should remove most
liquid in pump.
5. Use pump saver, available at Sears retail item
71-74403, to treat pump. This minimizes freeze
damage and lubricates pistons and seals.
6. If pump saver is not available, connect a 3-foot
section of garden hose to water inlet adapter.
Pour RV=antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol)
into hose. Pull recoil handle twice. Disconnect 3-
foot hose.
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