Pump Lubrication - Power Stroke PS80960 Manual Del Operador

NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the
cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
 Reinstall the air filter cover.
CHECKING SPARK PLUG
See Figure 20.
 Clean the area around the base of the spark plug before
removing to keep dirt and debris out of the engine. Re-
move spark plug.
 Clean off carbon deposits on the spark plug electrode
using a plug cleaner or wire brush. Replace the plug if
worn or reuse is questionable. For replacement spark
plug, see Product Specifications earlier in this manual
or the accompanying engine manual, if applicable.
 Check electrode gap. The gap should be 0.6 - 0.7 mm.
Adjust the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending the side
electrode.
 Check the condition of the spark plug gasket.
 Reinstall spark plug. Start the spark plug in its threads
by hand and finger-tighten.
 Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark plug
is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer appropriate
amount. If reusing old spark plug, use 1/8 to 1/4 turn for
proper washer compression.
NOTE: An improperly tightened spark plug will become
very hot and could damage the engine.
CHANGING ENGINE LUBRICANT
See Figure 21.
 Shut off the engine.
 Clean the area around the lubricant fill cap/dipstick, then
remove the lubricant fill cap/dipstick.
 Tilt the pressure washer on its side as shown. Drain
lubricant into approved container.
NOTE: Drain the lubricant while the engine is still warm
but not hot. Warm lubricant will drain quickly and more
completely.
WARNING:
Do not change engine lubricant while it is hot. Accidental
contact with hot engine lubricant could result in serious
burns.
 After the crankcase is completely drained, return the
pressure washer to an upright position.
 Fill with lubricant following the instructions in Adding/
Checking Engine Oil earlier in this manual. For amount
of lubricant needed to refill, see Product Specifications
earlier in this manual or the accompanying engine manual,
if applicable.
MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used lubricant.

PUMP LUBRICATION

The pump on this product was lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrica-
tion is required.
STORING THE PRESSURE WASHER
See Figure 22.
NOTE: Regular use of fuel stabilizer and pump protector
will give you better performance of the unit and increase
the life of the pump. See the Replacement Parts List for
available sizes and part numbers of these items and call
customer service to order.
WARNING:
While storing, keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides
of this product, including overhead. Allow a minimum
of 30 minutes of "cool down" time before storage. Heat
created by muffler and exhaust gases could be hot
enough to ignite combustible objects.
Store in a dry, covered area where the weather can't damage it.
It is important to store this product in a frost-free area. Always
empty water from all hoses, the pump, and the detergent
tank before storing.
 Drain the fuel tank completely by running the pressure
washer until the gas runs out. Stored gas can go stale in
30 days.
NOTE: Make sure the water supply is connected and
turned on when allowing the pressure washer engine to
run.
 Make sure the on/off switch is in the OFF position and
the fuel valve is in the CLOSED position.
 Disconnect the water connection.
 Empty the pump by pulling on the starter grip and rope
about 6 times. This should remove most of the liquid from
the pump.
NOTICE:
The use of a pump protector is required after each use
and before storing to prevent cold weather and seal
damage during storage. Failure to use pump protector
will void your warranty.
 Drain the lubricant and replace with fresh, clean lubricant
as described in Changing Engine Lubricant earlier in
this manual.
 Disconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug.
Pour about a teaspoon of clean, air-cooled, four-cycle
lubricant through the spark plug hole into the combustion
chamber.
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