_E_/A_/R,._Owner's Manual
CRnFTSMIIN°
1250 PSi 1.5 GPM
DOUBLE INSULATED []
ELECTRIC HIGH PRESSURE WASHER
Model No.
580-677130
CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual and
follow all Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
SEARS CANADA, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
PartNo BI245 Drat_ I (2127/97)
SAFETY RULES .......................... 2-3
ASSEMBLY ................................ 4
OPERATION ............................. 5-8
MAINTENANCE ............................ 8
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................. 8
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................ 9
STORAGE .............................. 9
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 10
REPAIR PARTS ......................... 11-13
HOW TO ORDER PARTS ............ BACK PAGE
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman High Pressure Washer is maintained and operated
according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and
workmanship.
If this washer is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. If
this high pressure washer is used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days after date of pur-
chase.
This warranty does not cover:
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including damage resulting from no water being
supplied to pump or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's
manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE HIGH PRESSURE WASHER TO THE NEAREST
SEARS STORE OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET CANADA.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
SEARS CANADA, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
Save these instructions
this manual and follow all Safety Rules and
CAUTION: Before using this product, read I
Operating Instructions.
_, WARNING
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
• Inspect cord before every use. Do not use if cord is
damaged.
• Keep all connections dry and off the ground.
Do not touch plug with wet hands.
• Double-insulated - When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
• This product shall only be connected to a power sup-
ply receptacle protected by a Ground Fault Circuit
Interruptor (GFCI).
• Read instruction manual before using
_, WARNING
When using this product, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
_, WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is nec-
essary when product is used near children.
• Know how to stop the product and bleed the pressure
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with controls.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
Keep operating area clear of all persons.
,_ WARNING
Risk of injury or injection to persons - Do not dis-
charge stream at persons.
High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear,
kinking, abuse, etc. Water spraying from a leak is
capable of injecting material into skin. Do not point the
pressure washer spray at people or animals.
• Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep
good footing and balance at all times.
• Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the
manual.
This product shall only be connected to a power sup-
ply receptacle protected by a Ground Fault Circuit
Interruptor (GFCI). This is done to comply with
National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and to provide
additional protection from risk of electrical shock.
TRAINING:
Locate this pressure washer in areas away from
combustible materials, combustible fumes or dust.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, faint_
ing or poisoning. The harmful elements may
cause property damage or severe injury.
Do not allow CHILDREN to operate the Pressure
Washer at any time.
PREPARATION:
Before starting the Pressure Washer in cold
weather, check all parts of the equipment and be
sure ice has not formed there.
Units with broken or missing parts, or without pro-
tective housing or covers should NEVER be oper-
ated.
OPERATION:
_, WARNING
Do not spray flammable liquids,
High pressure stream of water that this equipment
produces can pierce skin and its underlying tis-
sues, leading to serious injury and possible
amputation.
• Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants.
For household use. Forindoor or outdoor use.
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne and fly at high
speeds.
Always wear eye protection when you use this
equipment or when you are in vicinity where the
equipment is in use.
Operate the pressure at no more than the PSI
fluid pressure rated for your pressure washer.
Never move the machine by pulling on high pres-
sure hose. Use the handle provided on the top of
the unit.
Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a
chance that vapors may be inhaled. Read all
instructions with the mask so you are certain the
mask will provide the necessary protection
against inhaling harmful vapors.
High pressure spray may damage fragile items
including glass. Do not point spray gun at glass
when in the high pressure mode.
Keep the hose connected to machine and the
spray gun while the system is pressurized.
Disconnecting the hose while the unit is pressur-
ized is dangerous.
Hold the spray gun firmlyin your hand before you
start the unit. Failure to do so could result in an
injury from awhipping spray gun. Do not leave
the spray gun unattended while the machine is
running.
Cleaning area should have adequate slopes and
drainage to reduce possibility of a fall due to slip-
pery surfaces.
Keep water spray away from electric wiring or
fatal electric shock may result.
Do not by-pass any safety device on this
machine.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:
Operate andstorethisuniton a stable surface.
Inspect hose each time before using it. Check all
hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of
cover, or damage or movement of couplings. If
any of these conditions exist, replace hose imme-
diately. Never repair high pressure hose. Replace
it with another hose that meets minimum pressure
rating of your pressure washer.
Store in a clean, dry area. Ideally, the unit should
be stored in a frost-free room.
SERVICING OF A DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCT
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insula-
tion are provided instead of grounding. No means of
grounding is provided on a double-insulated product,
nor should a means for grounding be added.
Servicing a double-insulated product requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be done only by qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double-insulated product
must be identical to the parts they replace, use only
genuine replacement parts. A double-insulated prod-
uct is marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULA-
TION" or "DOUBLE INSULATED".
The symbol [] may also be marked on the
EXTENSION CORDS
We do not recommend that you use an extension
cord with this pressure washer. If, however, it is nec-
essary for you to use an extension cord, then you
must use only extension cords that are intended for
outside use. These extension cords are identified by
a marking 'ACCEPTABLE FOR USE WITH OUT-
DOOR APPLIANCES; STORE INDOORS WHILE
NOT IN USE."
product.
,_ LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT I
MEANS "ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED."
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CARTON CONTENTS
The following parts are shipped loose with your pressure
washer:
• Main Unit -- pressure washer and electrical cord
Parts Bag (which includes items listed below)
Quick-connect (male and female adaptors)
Product Introduction Video
• Nozzle Cleaner Kit
• Box marked PARTS INSIDE (which includes items
listed below)
Spray Gun
Wand Extension with Hi-Lo Adjustable Nozzle
High Pressure Hose
Become familiar with each piece before assembling the
pressure washer. Check all contents against the illustra-
tion on Page 5. If any parts are missing or damaged, call
the Pressure Washer Helpline at 1-800-222-3136.
TO REMOVE PRESSURE WASHER FROM
CARTON
Remove parts bag.
Remove box labeld PARTS INSIDE.
Remove main unit with attached electrical cord.
Unwind the high pressure hose and attach it to spray
gun.
Attacn the high pressure hose to the high pressure
outlet and tighten by hand.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
Note: Included with your pressure washeris a video cas-
sette that demonstrates how to set up your pressure wash-
er. If you have a video cassette recorder (VCR), you may
want to view the video before assembling your unit.
Included with this unit is a quick-connect fitting that you
must attach to the water inlet. You can install the male
connector end by hand but you may need to use an
adjustable wrench to tighten it. Check the screen on the
female adaptor. Be sure it is clean and check for holes. If
you see any holes in the screen, do net use that adaptor.
MALE
• .FEM_.LE AE
HIGH PRESSURE HOSE '_Z__( _r--_.
AttaChadjustable nozzle extension to spray gun by
inserting threaded end of extension into end of spray
gun and tightening the extension securely by hand.
The extension will click when it is in place properly.
CHECKLIST
Check for proper hose connections (high pressure
and water supply) and for tight connections and that
there are no kinks, cuts, or damage to the high pres-
sure hose.
• Provide properwater supply (not to exceed 104°F).
• Be sure to read =Safety Rules"and "Operation" sec-
tionsbefore usingthe pressure washer.
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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 illustrations with your high pressure washer to familiarize yourselt withthe locations of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for 1uturereterence.
MASTER
ONIOFF SWITCH
WATER INLET equipped with
WATER CHECK TM SYSTEM--
electric motor will not start unless
water is supplied to the pump.
GENT PICKUP
TUBE AND FILTER
!HIGH PRESSUREOUTLET
PUMP AND MOTOR
QUICK-CONNECT
TRIGGER UP TM SYSTEM_
Pressing and releasing the spray
gun trigger starts and stops the
electric motor in the pressure washer.
SPRAY GUN ASSEMBLY - Controls the application
of water onto c_eaning surface with triggerdevice,
includes safety latch.
DETERGENT PICKUP TUBE AND FILTER - Mixes
water and detergent in outlet water flow,
HIGH PRESSURE OUTLET- Connection for high
pressure hose.
MASTER ON-OFF SWITCH - This switch ONLY
enables the Trigger UpTM system to function.
HOSE
_tF. SPRAY GUN ASSEMBLY
WAND EXTENSI(
QUICK-CONNECT- Easy connection for intake
water supply.
TRIGGER UPTM SYSTEM - Pressing and releasing
thespray gun trigger starts and stops the electric
motor in the pressure washer.
WATER CHECKTM SYSTEM - Electric motor will not
start unless water is supplied to the pump.
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