Craftsman 580.751781 User Manual

OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

580.751781

CRRFTSMii'

7.8 HORSEPOWER

2500 PS! 3 GPM

HOURS:

Mon. - FrI. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m

(CSl)

CAUTION: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment

Part No, 97019 Revision 1 (8/16/95)

HIGH PRESSURE WASHER

Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustment

Repair Parts

SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PUVCE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON* TACT SPARK PLUG, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER.

TRAINING:

® Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monox

ide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death. Operate this equipment only in the open airwhere adequate ventilation Is available.

o WARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals, known, in certain quantifies, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

® Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are EX

PLOSIVE. Do not permit smoWng, open flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while handling gasoline. Avoid spilling gasoline on a hot engine. Allow unit to cool for 2 minutes before rekteling. Comply with all laws regulating storage and handling of gasoline

® Locate this pressure washer in areas away from combus

tible materials, combustible fumes or dust.

® The high pressure equipment is designed to be used with

Sears authorized parts only, if you use this equipment with parts that do not comply with minimum specifications,

the user assumes ail risks and liabilities

B Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled

or Ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting 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:

® Operate engine only at governed speed Running the

engine at excessive speeds increases the hazard of personal injury. Do not tamper with parts which may increase or decrease the governed speed.

® Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may

be caught In the starter or ottier rotating parts.

® Before starting the Pressure Washer in cold weather,

check all parte of the equipment and be sure ice has not formed there.

® Units with broken or missing parts, or without protective

housing or covers should NEVER be operated.

B 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 deterioration

such as chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps or damaged tank or cap. Correct ail defects before oper ating the Pressure Washer.

OPERATION:

B Do not spray flammable liquids. ® Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants, B Never allow any part of the body to come in contact with

the fluid stream. DO NOT come in contact with a fluid stream created by a leak in the high pressure hose

® High pressure stream of fluid that this equipment can

produce can pierce skin and its underlying tissues, lead ing to serious injury and possible amputation.

® High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other par

ticles to become airborne and fly at high speeds,

e Always wear eye protection when you use this equipment

or when you are in the vicinity where the equipment is in use,

a Operate the pressure at no more tfian the PSI fluid

pressure rated for your pressure washer.

® Never move the machine by puiling on the high pressure

hose. Use the handle provided on the top of the unit.

B Always be certain the spray gun, nozzles and accessories

are correctly attached.

B Never use a spray gun whicfi does not have a trigger lock

or trigger guard in place and in working order.

a Use a respirator ormask 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 neces sary protection against inhaling harmful vapors

® High pressure spray may damage fragile items including

glass. Do not point spray gun at glass when in the jet spray mode.

B Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun

white the system is pressurized. Disconnecting the hose while the unit is pressurized is dangerous.

® Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand before you start

the unit. Failure to do so could result in an injury from a whipping spray gun. Do not leave the spray gun unat tended while the machine is running,

® The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and

drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces.

® Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric

shock may result.

® Do not adjust unloader valve to a pressure in excess of

machine rating. ® Do not secure trigger gun in the pull-back (open) position. ® Do not by-pass any safety device on this machine. B Do not leave trigger closed for more than 5 minutes with

engine running This could damage the pump. ® The muffler and engine heat up during operation and

remain hot immediately after shutting it down. Avoid

contact with a hot muffler or engine or you could be

severely burned,

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

® Operate and store this unit on a stable surface. ® High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking,

abuse, etc. Water spraying from a leak is capable of

injecting materia! into skin, 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 tiose Immediately,

Never repair high pressure hose. Replace it with another

hose that meets minimum pressure rating of your pres

sure washer.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS “ATTENTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.”

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Crafts man high pressure washer. It has been designed, engi neered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-

ter/Department or call the 1-800 number listed on the front of this manual. We have competent, well-trained techni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your high pressure washer properly. Always obsen/e the “SAFETY RULES.”

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE PRES SURE WASHER.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

580.751781

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Pressure Washer Specifications

PUMP PRESSURE FLOW RATE DETERGENT MIX DETERGENT RATIO

WATER SUPPLY TEMPERATURE

SUCTION HEIGHT

Engine Specifications

RATED HORSEPOWER DISPLACEMENT SPARKPLUG: Type:

Set Gap To.

GASOLINE CAPACITY

OIL (20 oz. capacity) SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP

In the State of California a spark arrestor is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

NOTE: If you equip the engine of your pressure washer with a spark arrestor muffler, the spark arrestor must be main tained in effective working order by the owner operator.

Adjustable to 2500 psi 3gpm

Use undiluted detergent

Adjustable to 73.1

Not to exceed 140°F

3 FT. maximum

7.8 220cc Champion RC12yc

or equivalent

0.030 inch (0.76mm) 4 U.S. gallons SAE 30 weight

0.0125 inch

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules. ® Follow regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your high pressure washer.

You can order a spark arrestor through your Sears Service Center. See Repair Parts section of engine for part num bers.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY FiULES................................................................... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS................................................3

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHEMENTS CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

ASSEMBLY..........................................................................7-8

OPERATION......................................................................9-13

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Air Cleaner Assembly

Remowng from Carton

Tools Required..............

Setup

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9,16

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Gun and Wand Assembly .8,9,10

Hardware Pack............................6

High Pressure Hose

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Before Starting.....................11-12

Low OH Pressure System ... 13

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Customer Responsibilities ,., 3

Statement

Schedule....

Changing OH

Checking Oil Level...........

General Recommendations... 14

Pressure Washer..................... 14

Pump....................................... 15

Replace Spark Plug Service Air Cleaner,

Spark Arrestor..........................16

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14-16

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Engine Speed

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Maintenance

Engine

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Pump

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Nozzle , ,. .........................

Oii, Engine Operation

Detergent Application

Stopping,... To Start Engine To Turn On Washer

To Use...................................... 10

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES...................................14-16

SERVICE AND ADJUSTT/IENTS

STORAGE.............................................................................18

TROUBLESHOOTING

REPLACEMENT PARTS.................................................20-26

WARRANTY..........................................................................27

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Pressure Regulator

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6-8

Repair Parts..........................20-26

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17-18

3-11

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Safety Latch Safety Rules Service and Adjustments . 17-18

Storage...................................... 18

Engine..................................... 18

Pressure Washer Pump

Troubleshooting....................... 19

Valve, thermal relief

War ranty...

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available when the high pressure washer was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you

provide the model number of your high pressure washer. Some of these accessories may not apply to your pressure

washer.

Sta

iTil

FLOOR/SIDING

BRUSH KIT (75190)

1/4” I.D. 25 ft. EXTENSION

HOSE (75192)

rftt

HIGH PRESSURE

HOSE QUICK CON

NECT KIT (75198)

ROTATING BRUSH

KIT (75199)

ACCESSORY

QUICK CONNECT

(76188)

UTILITY BRUSH Krr

(75189)

3/8* i.D. 50 ft. EXTENSION

HOSE (75913)

ACCESSORY

QUICK CONNECT

STARTER KIT

(75197)

18* STAINLESS

STEEL EXTENSION

(75194)

HIGH PRESSURE

HOSE TO HOSE

COUPUNG

(75191)

ELECTRIC TURBO

NOZZLE

GCZBjaBD

CHEMICAL INJECTION

FOAMER (74180)

GARDEN HOSE

QUICK CONNECT

WITH 2 ADAPTORS

(75187) •

ANGLE EXTENSION'

KIT (75196)

PRESSURE

GAUGE (75181)

TURBO HEAD 1800 PS! (max.)

TURBO NOZZLE

2200 and 2500 PSi (75186)

MULTI-PUR-

POSE/HOUSE WASH (75100)

DECK WASH

(75101)

VEHICLE/BOAT

WASH (75102)

DEGREASER

(75103)

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions and Operator's Manual in its en tirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new high pressure washer. Your high pressure washer has, for the most part, been assembied at the factory, except those parts left unassembled. Before you can operate your new high pressure washer, you must assemble the wheel kit and properly connect the high pressure hose.

IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE ASSEMBLY OF YOUR PRESSURE WASHER, PLEASE CALL THE

PRESSURE WASHER HELPLINE AT 1-800-222-3136.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Mallet 2 adjustable wrenches OR the following wrenches: 5/16“ {8mm) combination wrench

1/2" (13mm) combination wrench 11/16“ (18mm) combination wrench

7/8“ (22mm) combination wrench

15/16“ (24mm) combination wrench

TO REMOVE PRESSURE WASHER FROM CARTON

» Remove box for spray gun assembly and support legs o Remove accessories box from carton.

8 Remove wire basket (wrapped in plastic) 8 Remove your high pressure washer. Refer to Page 6, “Contents of Hardware Pack" for an

illustrated listing of all Items included with your pressure

washer. Become familiar with each piece before assem

bling pressure washer. Check all contents against iliustrations on Page 6, If any parts are missing or damaged, call Pressure Washer Helpline, at 1-800-222-3136.

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

TO INSTALL THE WHEEL KIT

Installing the wheel kit requires the tools listed above, the

guide handle and items included in the parts carton. 8 Prop up the engine end of the main unit. This will allow

you to slip each axle pin into the holes provided on the side of the base (Fig. 1)

8 Fasten each axle to base with 5/8"-18 JAM nut then place

M12 fiat washer over axle. Tighten with 15/16" wrench,

8 Place wheels with valve side of wheel facing outboard

side onto the axles and retain each wheel to its axle by

tapping a push nut onto end of axle with a mallet.

8 Insert foot pad into bottom of each support leg (Fig. 2). 8 Using 13mm or 1/2-inch wrench, attach each support

leg to base as shown in Fig. 2 with two MB x 45mm hex head capscrews, MB washers and M8 flange lock nuts.

8 Attach guide handle to cradle (Fig, 3) with two M8-1.25

X 45mm hex head capscrews and two flange nuts. Attach rear wand holder using 5/16" (8mm) wrench with #10-16 self-drilling screws to cradle as shown in Fig. 3.

ASSEMBLY

Attach wire basket to bent arms of support legs with #10 self-drilling screws (Fig. 4) using 5/16“ (8mm) wrench. The gun holder should be positioned to the left. Be sure loop of support is pointing upward.

TO ASSEMBLE REMAINING COMPONENTS

IMPORTANT: YOU MUST ASSEMBLE WAND AND AT

TACH ALL HOSES BEFORE YOU START ENGINE.

STARTING ENGINE WITHOUT ALL HOSES CON NECTED AND WATER SUPPLIED WILL DAMAGE PUMP.

Unravel high pressure hose, remove protective cap from end of hose and cfieck other end of hose to see ttiat threads are properly covered with teflon tape, if tape is not properly applied, reapply it so frireads are fully covered. The tape seals the connection from hose to gun and wand assembly.

Attach fitting with teflon tape to gun and wand assembly

(Fig. 7). You may want to spin gun. Tighten with 7/8“ wrenches or adjustable wrenches.

o Attach the other end of the high pressure hose to high

pressure fitting on pump (Fig. 8). Tighten with adjust

able wrench.

Remove cap from top of pump and insert oil fill

cap included in parts bag

(Fig. 5).

included with ttiis unit is a Quick-Connect fitting you

attach to Water Inlet on pump. The quick-connect

includes two parts — a Male Connector factory-in

stalled on water inlet and a Female Connector (Fig. 6).

Remove male connector to inspect Intake Supply Screen in water inlet for cleanliness and inspect Inlet Screen on female connector, install male connector to

water inlet and attach female connector to garden

hose.

o Unravel Detergent Pickup Tube and place filter in

basket.

IMPORTANT: KEEP DETERGENT PICKUP TUBE AWAY FROM HOT MUFFLER,

<* Attach Detergent Pickup Tube as shown in Fig. 8.

o To attach the adjustable nozzle, refer to Operation

section, Fig. 11.

CHECKLIST

o Check that fasteners you used to install wheels and

handle are tight. Vibration during operation may loosen fasteners that are not tight enough.

o Check for proper hose connections (high pressure and

water supply) and for tight connections and that tiiere are no kinks, cuts, or damage to the high pressure

hose. o Provide proper water supply (not to exceed 140°F). o Be sure to read "Safety Rules” and "Operation” sec

tions before using the pressure washer.

OPERÄTfOlSl

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 yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

PRESSURE REGULATOR

DETERGENT PICK TUBE AND FILTER

GUN AND WAND ASSEMBLY

■ HIGH PRESSURE HOSE

ENGINE RUN/STOP SWITCH

FIG. 9

PUMP —Develops high pressure. PRESSURE REGULATOR — Allows you to adjust the

pressure of the outlet stream. ENGINE ON-OFF CONTROL — Sets engine in starting

mode for recoil starter; turns OFF mnning engine. RECOIL STARTER — Used for starting the engine manu

ally. AIR CLEANER - Dry type filter element limits the amount

of dirt and dust that gets in the engine. GUN AND WAND ASSEMBLY—Controls the application

of water onto cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.

-PRESSURE REGULATOR

INLET SCREEN

QUICK-CONNECT

HIGH PRESSURE HOSE — Connect one end to water pump and other to spray wand.

INTAKE SUPPLY FILTER — Filters inlet water supply. DETERGENT PICKUP TUBE AND FILTER—Mixes water

and detergent in outlet water flow. HIGH PRESSURE OUTLET — Connection for high pres

sure hose. QUICK-CONNECT — Easy connection for intake water

supply.

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