from sources of heat, flame, or sparks. A hot engine can ignite flammable materials. Always let the
engine cool at least 15 minutes before storing.
6.8.1. Preparing the engine for long-term storage if you will not be using the machine again
for more than 30 days. Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes
acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system which can cause engine malfunction. Please
refer to the engine owner’s manual for storage procedures for the specific engine you have
on your Pressure Washer. In general there are two options:
6.8.1.1.
Remove all petrol from the tank and carburetor, see engine owner’s manual,
or, add fuel stabilizer to the gasoline as per the engine manufacturer owner’s manual
6.8.1.2.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove spark plug
6.8.1.3.
Add one teaspoon of oil through spark plug hole. Place rag over spark plug
hole and pull the recoil starter handle a few times lightly to lubricate the combustion
chamber.
6.8.1.4.
Replace spark plug, but do not reconnect the spark plug wire. Pull the recoil
slowly until the highest resistance is felt. NOTE: Return the recoil handle gently.
6.8.1.5.
Confirm that all pressure has been released from the machine and that all of
the valves are closed.
6.9.
Preparing pressure washer for freezing conditions.
DO NOT allow water to freeze in the pressure washer, high pressure hose, or spray gun.
Freezing water can cause damage to the equipment and cause the spray gun to fail in the
open position. A spray gun that has failed in the open position can whip around and cause
personal injury when the pressure washer is started. Damage caused by freezing will not be
covered by warranty.
6.9.1. If you are storing the pressure washer in freezing temperatures, you must properly
prepare the pressure washer to prevent water from freezing in the system.
6.9.1.1.
Drain all water from the high pressure hose and spray gun by depressing the
trigger on the spray gun until all the water drains out.
6.9.1.2.
Disconnect the plumbing that connects to the pump outlet.
6.9.1.3.
Obtain the following materials;
12“/300mm piece of garden hose or equivalent, and a funnel, approximately 6
oz. of antifreeze.
6.9.1.4.
Attach the 12”/300mm piece of garden hose with the funnel to the pump
water inlet. Pour antifreeze into the funnel, and then have another person slowly pull the
recoil a few times with the engine switch off and the fuel valve closed, until the antifreeze
comes out of the pump outlet.
Fuel and its vapors can ignite and causing fires. You MUST select a well-ventilated storage area away
6.8. Long term storage.
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