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Page 1: ...ASHER Model No 580 762250 CAUTION Before using this product read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions PRESSURE WASHER CUSTOMER HEUPUNE HOURS Mon Fri 8 a m to 5 p m CST SEARS ROEBUCK and CO Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Part No 21009Draft 3 2 25 97 ...

Page 2: ...RANSPORTING ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER I_ AUTION Before using this product read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions TRAINING Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monoxide gas This dangerous gas if breathed in suf ficient concentrations can cause unconsciousness or even death Operate this equipment only in the open air where adequat...

Page 3: ...y mode Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun while the system is pressurized Disconnectingthe hose while the unit is pressur ized is dangerous Holdthe spraygun firmly in your hand before you start the unit Failure to do so could result in an injury from a whipping spray g un Do not leave the spray gun unattended while the machine is running The cleaning area should have adequate slop...

Page 4: ...orners at guide handle end of carton from top to bottom so the panel can be folded down flat then remove all packing material Raise guide handle and secure in place Loosen knobs to raise handle Remove the unit by rolling it out the opening in the carton then check carton for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER For the most part your Craftsman High Pressure Washer has been ass...

Page 5: ...list All assembly instructions have been completed The high pressure hose connections to the spray gun and to the pump are tight and secure A CAUTION Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommend ed oil may result in an engine failure See Page 9 for instructions on adding oil and proper oil specifications While learninghow to use your high pressur...

Page 6: ...H PRE OUTLET CHEMICAL INJECTOR REGULATOR PUMP Develops highpressure PRESSURE REGULATOR Allows you to adjust the pressure of the outlet stream ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Sets engine in startingmode for recoil starter STOPS running engine RECOIL STARTER Used for starting the engine manu ally AIR CLEANER Dry type filter element limits the amount of dirt and dust that gets in the engine SPRAY GUN A...

Page 7: ...in figure below Twistingthe nozzle adjusts the spray pattem from a narrow pattern to a fan pattern TWIST NOZZLE TWIST NOZZLE FOR FOR FAN SPRAY NARROW SPRAY PATTERN PATTERN i For most effective cleaning keep spray nozzle terclockwise between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning sur face If you get spray nozzle too close especially using high pressure mode you may damage the clean ing surface APPLYING ...

Page 8: ...ray gun and pump see ASSEMBLY on page 5 and start engine Apply detergent to a dry surface starting from the bot tom and working up Allowthe detergent to soak in between 3 5 minutes before washing and rinsing Note To adjust the concentration of the mixture of cleaning chemical and water turn the smaller black knob next to the pressure regulator Hook up the water supply and start your pressure washe...

Page 9: ... tank Indoors NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank CAUTION Do not overfill the fuel tank Always leave room for expansion Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the pressure washer engine Regular leaded gasoline may also be used if UNLEADED is not available Fuel tank capaci ty is 1 U S quart IMPORTANT It is importantto prevent g...

Page 10: ...eve the air pressurecaused by water inlet supply Water will spew out of the gun in a thin stream This will make it easier to pullstart the engine Engage safety latch on spray gun to the ON position This disables the trigger so you cannot inadvertently actuate a highpressurespray ON __ OFF Turn the pressurecontrol knob counterclockwisetwo turnsfrom maximum pressure see Page 7 Grasp the starter grip...

Page 11: ...re Washer Specifications The warranty of the high pressure washer does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence 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 Adjustment...

Page 12: ...tank by runningpressurewasher until fuel tank is empty Clean area around oil fill removeoil fill cap dipstick Wipe dipstickclean Tip your pressurewasher as shown to drain oil com plelety into a suitable container When crankcase is empty returnthe pressurewasher to its uprightposi tion Check Detergent Hose Examine the filter on the deter gent hose and clean if clogged Hose should fit tightlyon barb...

Page 13: ...eaner once every 25 hoursof operation or once each year whichever comes first Clean or replace more often if operating under dirty or dusty conditions Replacements are available at your local Sears Authorized Service Center To clean or replacethe air cleaner follow these steps Loosen screw Remove air cleaner cover carefully The screw will stay with the cover AIR COVER Remove the air filter and exa...

Page 14: ...her by followingthese instructions Shut off the engine and turn off the water supply Separatethe wand from the gun Rotate to stream setting Remove nozzle from the end of the wand usinga 2mm or 5 64 allen wrench likethe one includedin the kit Use the wire includedin the kitor a small paper clip to free the foreign materials cloggingor restrictingthe nozzle Remove additionaldebris by back flushing w...

Page 15: ... days you mustpreparethe engineforlongterm storage Note As always prepare the pressure washer pump as you would after each use It is important to prevent gum depositsfrom forming In essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor fuel fil ter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads ...

Page 16: ...ed Enginewillnot start or starts and runs rough 1 Detergent lineis notsubmerged 2 Chemicalfilter is clogged 3 Nozzleis in high pressuremode Engine speedis too slow 1 Dirtyaircleaner 2 Outof gasoline 3 Stalegasoline 4 Sparkplugwirenotconnected 1 Insertchemicalline into detergent 2 Clean orreplacefilter detergent line 3 Pushnozzleforwardfor lowpressure mode ContactSearsService Department 1 Cleanorre...

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