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REV 78021-20120120
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78021
ENGLISH
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Storage
For long term storage, please follow these guidelines .
Engine Storage
1 . Allow the engine to cool completely before storage .
2 . Clean the engine according to the instructions in the
Maintenance section .
3 . Drain all fuel completely from the fuel line and
carburetor to prevent gum from forming .
4 . Add a fuel stabilizer into the fuel tank .
5 . Change the oil .
6 . Remove the spark plug and pour about ½ ounce
of oil into the cylinder . Crank the engine slowly to
distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder .
7 . Reattach the spark plug .
Pressure Washer Storage
1 . Allow the pressure washer to cool completely before
storage .
2 . Turn off the fuel supply at the fuel valve .
3 . Clean the pressure washer according to the
instructions in the Maintenance section .
4 . Store the unit in a clean, dry area out of direct
sunlight .
Winter Storage
Protect your pressure washer parts from freezing .
1 . Apply all storage instructions from previous sections .
2 . Make sure pressure washer hose is free of all water
before storing for winter .
3 . In order to prevent the pump from freezing you will
need to insert RV antifreeze .
4 . You will need approximately 6 ounces of RV
Antifreeze, a funnel, and approximately 12” of
garden hose or equivalent . See diagram below .
5 . Pour the antifreeze into the funnel, then pull on the
engine recoil starter to create suction in the pump
housing . Pull the recoil several times until antifreeze
comes out of the pump outlet .
Ignition switch should be in the “OFF” position
while pulling the recoil cord, and performing storage
maintenance steps .
NOTE