Craftsman HIGH PRESSURE WASHER 580.76225 manual

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    SmARS Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN ° 6.0 HORSEPOWER 2250 PSI 2.2 GPM HIGH PRESSURE WASHER 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.[...]

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    SAFETY RULES .......................... 2-3 ASSEMBLY .............................. 4-5 OPERATION ............................ 6-10 MAINTENANCE ...................... .V.!1,131 _ ............. 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ._. ..... STORAGE ....................... : ....... 15 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 16 NOTES ..........................[...]

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    • Units with broken Or missing parts, or without protective housing or covers should NEVER be operated. • The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in good condition before operating the Pressure Washer. These components act as spark arrestors if the engine backfires. • Check the fuel system for leaks or signs of deteri- oration such [...]

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    CARTON CONTENTS The following parts are shipped loose with your pressure washer: • Main Unit -- pressure washer with wheels and guide handle • Product Introduction Video • Nozzle Cleaner Kit • High Pressure Hose • Parts Box (which includes items listed below • Spray Gun • Wand Extension with Hi-Lo Adjustable Nozzle • Wire Form • M[...]

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    • • Place assembled spray gun on holder. Cut tie wrap from high pressure hose. Connect high pressure hose to gun with either two adjustable wrenchs or one 11/16" and one 7/8" wrench. Remove plastic cap and connect high pressure hose to pump. HIGH PRESSURE OUTLET Connect nozzle extension to spray gun. CHECKLIST Before you operate your [...]

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    KNOW YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER, Compare the illustrationswith your high pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. SPRAY GUN ASSEMBLY CHEMICAL INJECTION TUBE AND FILTER[...]

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    HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE WASHER IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS operating your pres- sure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-222-3136. A WARNING NEVER adjust spray pattern when spraying. NEVER put hands in front of spray nozzle to adjust spray pattern. You could be injured. HOW TO ADJUST PRESSURE AND SPRAY PATrERN On the end of your[...]

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    Toapply detergent follow these steps: • Prepare the detergent solution as required by the job. • Hang the detergent solution on the "J" hook on the wire form on the guide handle. RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER A WARNING Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from ladder, scaf- folding or any other relatively unstab[...]

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    BEFORE STARTING THE PRESSURE WASHER To operate the engine you will need to do the following: ENGINE OIL A 20 oz. bottle of SAE 30 weight oil is included in the parts carton. Fill engine crankcase with recommended oil until oil level is at FULL point on dipstick. Do not fill above that mark. About 20 ounces is required. POUR SLOWLY. Note: When addin[...]

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    TO START YOUR PRESSURE WASHER You have assembled your high pressure washer and have prepared the engine for starting. You are now ready to clean your car, boat or the outside of a buildingor whatever you plan to clean: The best way to start your engine-powered pressure washer for the first time is to follow these instructions step-by-step. This sta[...]

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    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE HOURLY OPERATING INTERVAL REGULAR SERVICE Every 25 Every 50 Every100 Before Each Hours or Hours or Hours or MAINTENANCE TASK Use Yearly Yearly Yearly SERVICE DATES PRESSURE WASHER Check/clean water inlet screen onquick-connect. Xt Check high pressure hose. X Check detergen[...]

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    BEFORE EACH USE • Checkwater inlet screen for damage. • Check • Check o high pressure hose for leaks. detergent inlet hose and filter for damage. Check gun and wand assembly for leaks. Purge pump of air and contaminants. Check engine oil level. PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE Gheck and Clean Inlet Screen: Remove quick-connect and examine inlet sc[...]

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    CLEAN/REPLACE SPARK PLUG Change the spark plug every 100 hours of operation or once each year, whichever comes first. This will help your engine to start easier and run better. Replace with Champion RJ-8C or equivalent type spark plug. Set spark plug gap 0.030 inch (0.76ram). SET PLUG GAP AT 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) SERVICE AIR CLEANER Your engine will[...]

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    CARBURETOR If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest Sears Service dealer. Engine performance may be affected above 4,000 feet in altitude. To improve engine performance, see your nearest Sears Service dealer. NOZZLE MAINTENANCE If the nozzle becomes restricted or clogged with foreign materials, such as dirt, excessive pump pre[...]

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    AFTER EACH USE Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. Sediments of minerals can deposit on pump parts and "freeze" pump action. Follow these procedures after every Use: • Flush detergent hose by placing the injector filter into a pail of clear water while running Pressure Washer with nozzle in low pressure mode. F[...]

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    PROBLEM Pump has following problems: failure to produce pressure, erratic pressure, chattering, lossof pressure, low water volume. CAUSE 1. Nozzle in lowpressure mode. 2. Water inlet is blocked. 3. Inadequate water supply 4. Inlet hoseis kinked or leaking 5. Clogged inlet hosestrainer. 6. Watersupply is over 140°F. 7. Outlethoseis blocked. CORRECT[...]