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WINTERSTORAGE
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
• Failureto do so will permanentlydamageyour pumpand render
your unit inoperable.
• Freezedamageis not coveredunderwarranty.
To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1. Follow steps 1-4 in the previous section AfterEach Use.
2. Use pump saver, availableat Sears retail item 7174403,
to treat pump. This minimizes freezedamage and
lubricates pistons and seals.
3. If pump saver is not available,connect a 3-foot section
of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour
RV-antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into hose. Pull
recoil handletwice. Disconnect 3-foot hose.
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
LONGTERM STORAGE
If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more than
30 days, you must preparethe engine and pump for long
term storage.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in
essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experienceindicates
that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture, which leadsto separation
and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an enginewhile in storage.
Protect Fuel System
Fuel Additive:
Fuel can becomestale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel
causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or
on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, use Briggs
& Stratton FRESHSTART® fuel stabilizer, available as a
liquid additive or a drip concentrate cartridge.
There is no needto drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel
stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the engine
for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel
system. The engine and fuel can then be stored up to
24 months.
If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel
stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container. Run
the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of a fuel
stabilizer in the storage container is recommended to
maintain freshness.
Change Oil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill
with recommended grade. See ChangingEngine Oil.
Protect Pump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral
deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver, item 7174403, to treat
pump. This prevents freeze damageand lubricates pistons
and seals.
NOTE:PumpSaveris available as an optional accessory. It is
not included with the pressure washer. Contact your local
Searsservice center to purchase PumpSaver.
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
• Failureto doso will permanentlydamageyour pumpand render
your unit inoperable.
• Freezedamageis notcoveredunderwarranty.
To use PumpSaver, make sure the pressurewasher is turned
off and disconnected from supply water. Readand follow all
instructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver container.
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3.
,A WARNING
Other Storage Tips
1. DO NOTstore fuel from one seasonto another unless it
has been treated as described in Protect Fuel System.
Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit.
Coverunit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
Storage covers can be flammable.
• DONOTplacea storagecoveroverahot pressurewasher.
• Let equipmentcoolfor a sufficienttime beforeplacingthe
coveronthe equipment.
4. Store unit in a clean and dry area.
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