Craftsman 580.751781 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
MAINTENANCE TASK
PRESSURE WASHER
Check/cleaninletfilter andscreen
Checkhighpressurehose.
Checkdetergenthose.
Checkgun andwandfor leaks.
Check pumpoil.
Purgepumpof airand contanirnents
ENGINE
Check oil level,
Change engine oil. _,
Retorque head bolts.
Service air cleaner.
CtearVreplacespark plug.
Clean spark arrestor screen.
Prepare for storage,
HOURLY OPERATING INTERVAL
Every25 Every50
Before Hours or Hours or
Each Use Yearly Yearly
xv
x
x
x
x
x
x
x*
x
X**
x
x
Prepare unit for storage if itisto remain idle
longer than30 days
Every100
Hoursor
Yearly
SERVICE DATES
V Clean if dogged, Replace if perforated or torn _, Change oil after first 8 hours, then after every 50 hours_
" Change sooner when operating und_ heavy load or high arabic nttemperature ** Clean more often under dusty conditions or when alrbome debris is present
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE
The warranty of the high pressure washer does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse or neg-
ligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain high pressure washer as instructed in this
manual
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your high pressure washer.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be made at least once each season.
o Once a year you should replace the spark plug and
clean or replace the air filter and check the gun and
wand assembly for weal A new spark plug and clean
air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your
ertgine run better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
o Check engine oillevel.
= Check water inlet filter and quick-connect screen for
damage_
1, Check high pressure hose for leaks.
o Check detergent inlet hose and filter for damage.
,, Check gun and wand assembly for leaks.
,, Purge pump of air and contaniments.
Check and Clean Inlet Supply Filter and Inlet Screen"
Remove quick-connect and examine inlet screen on trie
female connector and filter on pump inlet fitting. Clean if
either is clogged or replace if either is torn.
Check High Pressure Hose: High pressure hose can
develop leaks from wear, kinking, abuse. Inspect hose
each time before using iL Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions
or bulging of cover, or damage or movement of couplings.
If an_yofthese conditions exist, replace hose immediately_
& DANGER: WATER SPRAYING FROM A LEAK IS CA-]
PABLE OF INJECTING MATERIAL INTO SK]FL NEVER |
REPAIR HIGH PRESSURE HOSE, REPLACE WITH |
HOSETHAT MEETS MINIMUM PRESSURE RATING OF |
YOUR PRESSURE WASHER.
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Check Detergent Hose: Examine the filter on the deter-
gent hose and clean if clogged_ Hose should fit tightly on
barbed fitting, Examine hose for leaks or tears, Replace
the filter or' hose if either is damaged.
Check Gun and Wand: Examine hose connection to gun
and make sure it is secure. Test trigger by pressing it and
making sure it springs back into place when you release it.
Put safety latch in ON position and test trigger. You should
not be able to press trigger.
Check Pump Oil: Refer to PUMP MAINTENANCE for
information.
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