Care and Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Follow the appropriate intervals for maintenance as they
become necessary. More maintenance will be required in
harsher conditions.
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check/clean water inlet screen*
Check high pressure hose
Check detergent siphoning hose/filter
Check spray gun and assembly for leaks
Clean debris
Check engine oil level
Every 50 Hours or Every Season
Check/clean air cleaner filter**
Change engine oil**
Inspect muffler and spark arrester*
Every 100 Hours or Every Season
Service spark plug
* Clean if clogged. Replace if perforated or torn.
** Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions.
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions
control devices and systems may be performed by any
non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain "no charge" emissions control service,
the work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.
See the Emissions Warranty.
Check Detergent Siphoning Tube
If the filter on the detergent siphoning tube is clogged,
proceed to keep this part clean. The tube should fit
securely on the appropriate fitting. Check the tube for any
physical damage, and replace BEFORE using machine.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
DANGER
Electrocution. Avoid water contact with a power
source. Failure to avoid will result in death or injury.
When Adjusting Or Making Repairs To Your Power
Washer:
• Disconnect spark plug wires from the spark plug, and
separate them so that they do not make contact with
eachother.
When Testing For Engine Spark:
• Use an approved spark plug tester.
• DO NOT use a tester with the spark plug removed.
Engine Oil Recommendations
We recommend the use of high-quality detergent oils
acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher.
DO NOT use special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for
the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the
outdoor temperature range expected.
5W-30
* Below 50°F (10°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard
starting.
** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W30 may cause
increased oil consumption. Check oil level more
frequently.
NOTE: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API certification
mark and API service symbol with "SJ/CF ENERGY
CONSERVING"or higher, is an acceptable oil at all
temperatures. Use of synthetic oil does not alter required
oil change intervals.
15
S AE 3 0 *
10W-30**