WINTER STORAGE
NOTICE
You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
, Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render
your unit inoperable.
, Freezedamage is not covered under warranty.
To preteet the unit frem freezing temperatures:
1.
Follow steps 1-4 in the previous section AfterEach Use.
2.
Use pump saver, availableat Sears, item 74403, to treat
pump. This minimizes freeze damage and lubricates
pistons and seals.
3.
if pump saver is not available, connect a 3-foot section
of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour RV-
antifreeze (antifreezewithout alcohol) into hose. Pull
recoil handle twice. Disconnect 3-foot hose.
4.
Store unit in a clean, dry area.
LONG TERM STORAGE
If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more than
30 days, you must preparethe engine and pump for long
term storage.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming m
essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also. experience
indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture, which leadsto separation
and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damagethe fuel system of an engine while in storage.
Protect Fuel System
Fuel Additive:
Fuel can become stab when stored over 30 days. Stab fuel
causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system
or on essential carburetor parts. To keepfuel fresh, use
Briggs & Strattan@ Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment &
Stabilizer, available wherever Briggs & Stratton genuine
service parts are sold.
For engines equipped with a FRESHSTART@fuel cap,
use Bfiggs & Strattan FRESHSTART@available in a drip
concentrate cartridge.
There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel
stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the engine
for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel
system before storage.
if gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel
stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container.
Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of a
fuel stabilizer in the storage container is recommended to
maintain freshness.
Change Oil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill
with recommended grade. See ChangingEngine Oil.
PretectPump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral
deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver,Sears item 74403,
to treat pump. This prevents freeze damage and lubricates
pistons and seals.
NOTICE PumpSaver is available as an optional accessory, it
is not included with the pressure washer. Contact your local
Sears service center to purchase PumpSaver.
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
, Failure to do so will permanently damageyour pumpand render
your unit inoperable.
* Freeze damage is notcoveredunderwarranty.
To use PumpSaver, make sure the pressure washer is turned
off and disconnected from supply water. Readand follow all
nstructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver container.
Other Sterage Tips
1.
DO NOTstore fuel from one season to another unless it
has been treated as described in Protect Fuel System.
2.
Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit.
3.
Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
WARNING Storage covers could cause a fire
resulting in death or serious injury.
DO NO[ place a storage cover over a hot pressure washer.
Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover
on the equipment.
4,
Store unit in a clean and dry area.
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