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Shutdown, Flushing, and Storage
CAUTION
Do not expose pressure washer to freezing tem-
peratures or allow water to freeze in pressure
washer components. If water freezes in the pres-
sure washer, thaw it in a warm room before you try
to start it. Do not
pour hot water on or into the
pump; it may crack the ceramic plungers!
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Do not store unit outside where it will be exposed to
rain, dirt or adverse weather conditions.
Engine:
1.
Run engine until gas is gone or stabilize the fuel
and run it through the fuel system and carburetor.
2.
Drain water out of pressure washer hose.
3.
Turn fuel system to OFF position.
Pump:
4.
Attach one end of a 4 or 5–foot section of hose to
pump inlet and other end in an antifreeze solution
approximately 1–foot off the ground.
5.
Pull pull–cord on engine until antifreeze comes out
of pump outlet.
Storage Location:
6.
Store pressure washer in garage, basement or
other area where it is protected from freezing
temperatures.
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After each use, wipe all surfaces of the pressure
washer with a clean, damp cloth.
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Perform the appropriate maintenance. See
Mainte-
nance Chart
at right.
