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STANLEY Electric Pressure Washers
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
CAUTION
We recommend storing indoors where unit will not be exposed to
freezing temperatures.
Winterizing your pressure washer will help protect and prolong the life of the
pressure washer. It is strongly recommend you follow the steps below.
1.
Disconnect all water connections.
2.
Drain garden hose and high pressure hose.
3.
Remove the gun and hose from the pressure washer. Drain any excess
water. Roll hose carefully and do not allow hose to be kinked.
4.
Store the machine and accessories in a room that does not reach freezing
temperatures. Do not store near furnace or other hot areas as it may dry
out o-rings and pump seals.
STORING
Before storing the unit for an extended period. be sure the storage area is free
of excessive humidity and dust. Service according to the table below:
Storage Preparation for Pressure Pump
Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. Sediments or
minerals can deposit on pump parts and “freeze” pump action. If you do not plan
to use the pressure washer for more than 30 days, follow this procedure:
1.
Flush chemical injection hose by placing filter into a pail of clean water
while running pressure washer in low pressure mode. Flush for one to two
minutes.
2.
Shut off pressure washer and let it cool, then remove high pressure and
garden hoses.
3.
Empty pump of liquids by pulling engine recoil handle about 6 times. This
should remove most liquid from pump.
4.
Ensure pump is clean and empty to prevent corrosion build up and freezing
of pump components.
5.
Store unit in a clean, dry area.
Winterizing and Long Term Storage
You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures.
Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render your
unit inoperable.
Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
CAUTION
When storing fuel or equipment with fuel in the tank:
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or other appliances
that have a pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite
vapors.
CAUTION
When transporting equipment:
Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut-off valve in the OFF
position.
CAUTION
STORAGE TIME
Recommended Service Procedure to prevent hard starting:
1 to 2 months
Fill with fresh gasoline and add fuel stabilizer
2 months to 1 year
Fill with fresh gasoline and add fuel stabilizer.
1 year or longer
Fill with fresh gasoline and add fuel stabilizer.
Remove the spark plug. Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder.
Turn the engine slowly with the recoil starter to distribute the oil.
Reinstall the spark plug.
Change the engine oil.
After removal from storage, drain the stored gasoline into a suitable con-
tainer, and fill with fresh gasoline before starting.
* Use fuel stabilizer that are formulated to extend storage life. Contact your authorized STANLEY
dealer for fuel stabilizer recommendations.
Storage Preparation for Pressure Washer Engine
1.
While the engine is warm, change the engine oil.
2.
Remove the spark plug, and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil
into the cylinder. Turn the engine several revolutions slowly with the
recoil starter to distribute the oil, then reinstall the spark plug.
3.
Slowly pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. At this point, the pis-
ton is coming up on its compression stroke and both the intake and ex-
haust valves are closed. Storing the engine in this position will help to
protect it from internal corrosion.
