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WINTER STORAGE
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
, Failure to do so will permanently damageyour pump and render
your unit inoperable.
* Freezedamage is not covered under warranty.
Te protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1. Follow steps 1o4in the previous section AfterEach Use.
2. Use pump saver, availableat Sears, item 74403, to treat
pump. This minimizes freezedamage and lubricates
pistons and seals.
3. If pump saver is not avaiiabb, connect a 3-foot section
of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour
RV-antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into hose. PuiI
recoil handb twice. Disconnect 3-foot hose.
4. Store unit in a dean, dry area.
LONG TERM 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 m
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
damagethe fuel system of an enginewhile in storage.
Protect Fuel System
Fuel Additive:
Fuel can becomestab 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@ AdvancedFormula FuelTreatment & Stabilizer,
availablewherever Briggs & Stratton genuineservice parts
are sold.
For engines equippedwith a FRESHSTART@fuel cap, use
Briggs & Stratton FRESHSTART@available in a drip
concentrate cartridge.
There is no need to 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 before storage.
if gasoline in the engine has not beentreated 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 C,_angingEngine Oil.
ProtectPump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral
deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver,Sears item 74403, to
treat pump. This prevents freezedamage and lubricates
pistons and seals.
NOTICE 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 pumpandrender
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.
Other Storage Tips
1. DO NOTstore fuelfrom one season to another unless it
has beentreated as described in Protect Fuet System.
2. Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit.
3. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
A WARNING Storage covers could causea fire
resulting in death or serious injury.
* DO NOTplace a storage cover over a hot pressurewasher,
Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover
4, Store unit in a clean and dry area.
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