Craftsman 580752131 Owner’s Manual

Operator'sManual

2550 PSi MAX

2.3 GPiViMAX

CLEAN SYSTEM

IViodelNo. 580.752131

®

CUSTOMERHELPLINE

PRESSUREWASHER

,, Safety

HOURS: Non. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 5p.m. (CT)

,,Assembly
,, Operation

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Before usingthis product, readthis

manualand follow all SafetyRules

and Operating Instructions.

This pressure washer is rated in accordance to the Pressure Washer Manufacture Association
(PWMA) standard PWl01 (Testingand Rating Performance of Pressure Washers).

Esta limpiadora a presiOnest_ clasificadaconforme a lanorma PWl01 (comprobaci6n y clasificaci6n de rendimiento de limpiadoras
a presi6n) de laAsociaci6n defabricantes de bombas a presi6n (Pressure Washer Manufacture Association, PWMA).

Sears, Roebuckand Co., RoffrnanEstates,IL 60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman website:www.craftsman.com

Part No. 207238GS Draft - (04/28/2008)

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Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este

manualy siga todas las Regiasde

Seguridade Instrucciones de Uso.

,, Maintenance

,, Parts

• Espafiol,p. 30

WARRANTY.......................................... 2

SAFETYRULES...................................... 2-5

FEATURESANDCONTROLS.............................. 6

ASSEMBLY........................................ 7-10

OPERATION....................................... 11-14

SPECIFICATIONS..................................... 15

MAINTENANCE.................................... 16-20

STORAGE........................................... 21

TROUBLESHOOTING.................................. 22

REPLACEMENTPARTS.............................. 23-27

EMISSIONCONTROLWARRANTY..................... 28-29

ESPANOL......................................... 30-55

HOWTO ORDERPARTS ........................ BACKPAGE

ONE-YEARFULLWARRAHTYONCRAFTSMAHPRESSUREWASHER

If this pressurewasher fails dueto a defectin materialor workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,return it to

any Searsstore, other Craftsman outlet, or Sears Parts & Repair Centerin the UnitedStates or Canadafor free repair (or

replacementif repair proves impossible).

All warranty coverageapplies for only 90 days from date of purchaseif this pressurewasher is ever usedfor commercial or

rentalpurposes.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, andyou mayalso haveother rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60178

Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 288

,_ Thisisthe safetyalert symbol.It isusedto alert youtopotentialpersonalinjuryhazards. Obey all safetymessages

thatfollow thissymbolto avoid possibleinjury or death.

_Read this manualcarefully and becomefamiliar

with your pressurewasher. Knowits applications,

its limitations, and any hazardsinvolved.

Thesafety alert symbol (,i_) is usedwith a signal word
(DANGER,CAUTION,WARNING),a pictorial and/or a safety

messageto alert you to hazards.BANGERindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, willresult in death or serious injury.
WARNINGindicates a hazardwhich, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury. CAUTIONindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate
injury. NOTlCEindicatesa situation that could result in
equipment damage. Follow safetymessagesto avoid or
reducethe risk of injury or death.

Hazard Symbolsand Meaninos

ToxicFumes Kickback

2 5-

SlipperySurface Fall

Fire

MovingParts FlyingObjects

Explosion

ElectricalShock

FluidInjection

Operator'sManual

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Theengineexhaustfromthisproductcontains

chemicalsknowntotheState of California to cause

cancer,birthdefects,or otherreproductiveharm.

WARNING

Certaincomponentsinthis productand related

accessories containchemicalsknownto the State of

California tocausecancer,birth defectsor other

reproductiveharm. Wash handsafter handling.

WARNING

Runningengine gives off carbon monoxide, an

odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide can causeheadache,

_ atigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures,

* OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.
* Keepexhaustgasfromenteringaconfinedareathrough

windows,doors,ventilationintakes,orotheropenings.

* DONOTstart or runengineindoorsorin anenclosedarea,

evenif windowsanddoorsareopen.

* Usea respiratoror maskwheneverthereisa chancethat

vaporsmaybeinhaled.

* Readall instructionswith masksoyouarecertainthemaskwill

providethenecessaryprotectionagainstinhalingharmful

vapors.

nausea,fainting or death.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if

inhaled or ingested, causing severenausea,
fainting, or poisoning.

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Fueland its vapors are extremely flammable and

explosive.

death.

Fireor explosion cancause severe burns or

WHENADDINGOR DRAININGFUEL
* TurnpressurewasherOFFandlet it coolatleast2 minutes

beforeremovingfuelcap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressure
in tank.

* Fillor drainfueltankoutdoors.
* DONOToverfilltank.Allowspaceforfuelexpansion.

* Iffuel spills,waituntil it evaporatesbeforestartingengine.
* Keepfuelawayfromsparks,openflames,pilotlights,heat,and

otherignitionsources.

* DONOTlighta cigaretteorsmoke.
WHENSTARTIN6EQUIPMENT

* Ensuresparkplug,muffler,fuel cap,andaircleanerarein

place.

* DONOTcrankenginewith sparkplugremoved.
WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT

* DONOTtip engineor equipmentat anglewhichcausesfuelto

spill.

* DONOTsprayflammableliquids.
WHENTRANSPORTINGORREPAIRINGEQUIPMENT

* Transport/repairwithfueltank EMPTYor withfuel shutoffvalve

OFF.

* Disconnectsparkplugwire.

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_¢ isk of electrocution.

* NEVERspraynearpowersource.

Contactwith power source can causeelectric

shock or burn.

WHENSTORINGFUELOBEQUIPMENTWITH FUELIN TANK
* Storeawayfromfurnaces,stoves,waterheaters,clothes

dryers,orotherappliancesthathavepilotlightor otherignition
sourcebecausetheycanignitefuelvapors.

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Startercord kickback(rapid retraction) can result
in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull handand arm

_,_.< toward engine faster than you can let go.

Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spray gun
pressure.

. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt

andthen pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

• After eachstarting attempt, where enginefails to run, always
point spray gun in safe direction, press red button and squeeze

spray gun trigger to releasehigh pressure.

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both handswhen using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.

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Useof pressure washer cancreate puddles and

slippery surfaces.

Kickbackfrom spray gun cancause you to fall.

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. Operatepressure washer from a stable surface.

• The cleaningarea should haveadequate slopes and drainageto

reducethe possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces.

. Be extremelycareful if you must usethe pressure washer from

a ladder, scaffolding, or any other similar location.

• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.

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The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can cut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

• DONOTallow CHILDRENto operate pressure washer.
. NEVERrepair high pressure hose. Replaceit.

• NEVERrepair leaking connections with sealant of any kind.

Replaceo-ring or seal.

• NEVERconnect high pressure hoseto nozzle extension.
. Keep high pressure hose connectedto pump and spray gun

while system is pressurized.

• ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction, press red button
and squeezespray gun trigger to releasehigh pressure, every
time you stop engine.

• NEVERaim spray gun at people, animals, or plants.

. DONOTsecure spray gun in open position.

• DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.

. NEVERusea spray gun which does not have atrigger lock or

trigger guard in place and in working order.

. Always be certain spray gun, spray tips and accessories are

correctly attached.

)ossible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.

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_ Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or

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_ Contact with muffler result in serious

burns.

_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

• DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
. Allow equipment to cool before touching.

• Keep at least 5feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of

pressure washer including overhead.

• Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and
Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDAForest service

standard 5100-1C or later revision. Inthe State of California a
spark arrester is required under section 4442 of the California

Public resources code. Other states may havesimilar laws.

area can

_¢ electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOUR

PRESSUREWASHER
. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place

the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

. Use approved sparkplug tester.

• DONOTcheck for sparkwith spark plug removed.

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Starter and other rotating parts canentangle

hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

* NEVERoperatepressure washer without protective housing or

covers.

* DO NOTwear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be

caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

* Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

WARNING

Risk of eye injury.

" _ JSpraycan splash back or propel objects.

Alwayswear safety goggles when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

Beforestarting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing
adequatesafety goggles.

NEVERsubstitute safety glasses for safety goggles.

NOTICE

High pressure spray may damage fragile items including

lass.

DO NOT point spray gun at glasswhen using red (0°) spraytip.
NEVERaim spray gun at plants.

NOTICE

Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and
shorten its life.

Ifyou have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact

Sears.
NEVERoperate units with broken or missing parts, or without

protective housing or covers.
DONOT by-pass any safety device on this machine.
DONOTtamper with governed speed.
DONOToperate pressure washer above rated pressure.
DONOT modify pressure washer in any way.
Before starting pressure washer in cold weather, check all parts

of the equipment to besure ice has not formed there.
NEVERmove machine by pulling on hoses. Use handle

provided on unit.
Checkfuel system for leaks or signs of deterioration, such as

chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps, or damaged
tank or cap. Correct all defects before operating pressure

washer.
This equipment is designedto be usedwith Searsauthorized

parts ONLY.If equipment is used with parts that DO NOT
comply with minimum specifications, userassumes all risks

and liabilities.

KNOWYOURPRESSUREWASHER

_Read the Operator'sManual andsafety rulesbefore operatingyourpressurewasher.

Comparethe illustrations with your pressurewasher to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.

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A- Spray Gun-- Controlsthe application of water onto

cleaningsurfacewith trigger device, includes trigger lock.

B - Cleaning Tank - Usedto provide pressure washer safe

detergents into the low pressure stream.

C- Spray Tips -- Detergent,0°, 15° and 40°: for various

high pressure cleaning applications.

D - Recoil Starter -- Usedfor starting the engine manually.
E - Fuel Tank -- Fill tank with regular unleadedfuel. Always

leaveroom for fuel expansion.

F - Throttle Lever -- Setsengine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine.

G - Air Filter -- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris

out of intake air.

H - Pump -- Developshigh pressure.
J - AutomaticCool DownSystem -- Cycleswater through

pump when water reaches125°-155°F.Warm water will
dischargefrom pump onto ground. This system prevents
internal pump damage.

K- High Pressure Outlet -- Connectionfor high pressure

hose.

L - Water Inlet -- Connectionfor garden hose.
IVl- Oil Fill/Dipstick -- Check,add and drain engine oil here.
N - HighPressure Hose-- Connectone end to water pump

and the other end to spray gun.

Items Net Shown:
Idenification Label (near rear ofbase plate) -- Provides

modeland serial number of pressure washer. Pleasehave

these readily availableif calling for assistance.

NozzleExtensionwith QuickConnect -- Allows you to

switch betweenfour different spray tips.

Safety Goggles-- Always usethe enclosedsafety goggles

when running your pressure washer.
Warning/Operating instructionsTag-- identifies hazards

and proper procedure to start/stop pressure washer.

Yourcleaningsystemrequiressomeassemblyandisready
foruseonlyafterithasbeenproperlyservicedwiththe

recommendedoilandfuel.

If you haveany problemswith the assemblyof your
pressurewasher, please call the pressurewasher heipline

at 1-800-222-3135.

UNPACKTHEPRESSUREWASHER

1. Removeeverything from carton exceptpressure washer.

2. Opencarton completely bycutting eachcorner from top
to bottom.

3. Removepressure washer from carton.

CARTONCONTENTS

Checkall contents, if any parts are missing or damaged,call
the pressure washerhelpline at 1-800-222-3136.

* Main Unit
* Handle

* CleaningTankAssembly
* High PressureHose

* Spray Gun
* NozzleExtensionwith Quick ConnectFitting

* Oil Bottle
* DetergentSiphoning Hose/Filter

* Gun Holder Wireform
* Parts Bag (which includes the following):

* Operator's Manual
* Owner's Registration Card
* Safety Goggles
* Bagcontaining 4 multi-colored Spray Tips
* HandleFasteningHardwareKit (whichincludes):

* Carriage Bolts (2)
* "L" Bolt

* Plastic Knobs (4)
, TreeClips (4)

Becomefamiliar with eachpiece before assemblingthe
pressure washer, identify all contents with the illustration on
page 6. If any parts are missing or damaged,callthe
pressure washer helpline at 1-800-222-3136.

8. Attach nozzleextension to spray gun.

9. Select/attachquick connect spray tip to nozzleextension.

Attach Handle and Cleaning Tank

1. Placehandle (A) onto handlesupports (B)connectedto
main unit. Make sure holes (C) in handlealign with holes
(C) on handlesupports.

NOTE:It may be necessaryto move the handle supports

from sideto side in order to align the handle so it will slide

overthe handlesupports.

2. Insert carriagebolts (B) through holes from back of unit

and attach a plastic knob (E)from front of unit. Tighten

by hand.

Placecleaning tank (F) over holes (6) on handle
(viewing from front of unit). Pushthe tree clips (H) into

the holes until they sit flat againstthe cleaningtank.

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ASSEMBLINGCLEANINGSYSTEM

Your Craftsman cleaningsystem will needassembly before
operation:

1. Fill out and send in registration card.

2. Attach handleand cleaningtank.

3. Connectdetergent siphon hoseto pump.

4. Add oil to engine crankcase.

5. Add fuel to fuel tank.

6. Connectpressure hose to spray gun and pump.

7. Connectwater supply to pump.

Insert "L" bolt (J) through hole just above cleaning tank
on right side of handle (viewing from front of unit). Hold
bolt in placeand attachplastic knob (K) from inside of
unit. Tighten by hand.

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Insert spray gun holder wireform (h) through holejust
abovecleaningtank on left side of handle (viewing from
front of unit). Hold wireform in placeand attach a plastic
knob (B) from inside of unit. Tighten by hand.

Attach Detergent Siphon Hose to Pump

Thepressure washer is equipped with two detergent
siphoning hoses.One is attachedto the cleaning tank and
one is loosefor siphoning pressure washer safedetergents

from a bottle or container.
Attach one of the detergentsiphon hoses (O)to the barbed

hose fitting (D) on the pump.

Add Fuel

Fuelmust meet these requirements:

* Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.
* A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude

use, see High Altitude.

* Gasolinewith upto 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15%

MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.

NOTICE

Avoid pressure washerdamage.
Failureto follow Operator's Manualfor fuel

recommendations voids warranty.

DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchas E85.
DONOTmixoil in gasoline.

DONOTmodifyengineto runon alternatefuels.

To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel
stabilizer when adding fuel. See Storage.All fuel is notthe

same. If you experiencestarting or performance problems
after using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change

brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The

emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine

Modifications).

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IMPORTANT:Only one detergent siphoning hosecan be used
at a time. When cleaningtank is not used, makesure
detergent shut-off valveon cleaningtank is in the "Off"
position.

Add Enoine OiJ

1. Placepressure washer on a flat, levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea around oil fill and removeyellow oil fill
cap/dipstick.

3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottle into oil fill opening.

NOTICE

Improper treatment of pressurewasher can damageit and
shorten its life.

DONOTattemptto crankor startthe enginebeforeit hasbeen
properlyservicedwith therecommendedoil.Thismayresultin

anenginefailure.

4. Replaceoil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.

_ uel and itsvapors are extremelyflammable and

WHENADDINGFUEL
* TurnpressurewasherOFFandletitcoolatleast2 minutes

* Fillfuel tankoutdoors.

* DONOToverfilltank.Allowspaceforfuelexpansion.
* Iffuel spills,waituntil it evaporatesbeforestartingengine.

. Keepfuelawayfromsparks,openflames,pilotlights,heat,and

* DONOTlighta cigaretteorsmoke.

1. Cleanareaaround fuel fill cap, removecap.

2. Slowly add regular unleadedfuel (E) to fuel tank (F). Be

explosive.

death.

Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or

beforeremovingfuelcap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressure
in tank.

otherignitionsources.

careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" (4 cm) (6) of
tank spacefor fuel expansion.

3. Installfuelcap and wait for anyspilled fuelto evaporate.

CAUTION!Alcohol-blended fuels (calledgasohoI,ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture, which leadsto separation and
formation of acids during storage.Acidic gascan damagethe
fuel system of an enginewhile in storage.

Toavoid engine problems, the fuel system should betreated
with a fuel preserver or emptied before storageof 30 days or

longer. If adding a fuel preserver, fill the fuel tank with fresh
fuel. if only partially filled, air in the tank will promotefuel

deterioration during storage, if fuel preserver is not used,
drain the fuel tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel

lines and carburetor are empty. Usefresh fuel next season.
See Storagefor additional information.

NEVERuseengine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank as permanent damage may occur.

HighAltitude

At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum
85 octane/ 85 AKI (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To
remain emissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is
required. Operationwithout this adjustment will cause
decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and
increasedemissions. Seea qualified Searsdealer for high
altitude adjustment information. Operationof the engine at
altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude

kit is not recommended.

Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump

[ NOTICE

JDONOT the without the connected

and turned on.

L amageto equipmentresultingfromfailureto followthis

NOTE:Removeand discardthe shipping caps from the
pump's high pressure outlet and water inlet beforeattaching

hoses.

1. Uncoil high pressure hose and attach oneend of hose to

run

instructionwillvoidwarranty.

baseof spray gun. Tighten by hand.

pump

water

supply

WARNING

Thehigh pressurestream of water that this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

. NEVERconnecthighpressurehoseto nozzleextension.

• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemispressurized.

• Alwaysbecertainspraygun,nozzlesandaccessoriesare
correctlyattached.

,

underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

Attach other end of high pressure hoseto high pressure

outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.

,

Beforeconnectinggarden hoseto water inlet, inspect
inlet screen (A). Cleanscreen if it contains debris or have
it replacedif damaged•DONOTrun pressurewasher if
inlet screenis damagedor missing.

4. Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to flush
it of debris• Turn off water•

IMPORTANT:DO NOTsiphon standing water for the water
supply• UseONLYcold water (less than IO0°F).

5. Connectgarden hose (not to exceed50 feet in length) to
water inlet• Tighten by hand•

NOTICE

Using a OneWay Valve(vacuum breaker or check valve)at
pump inlet can cause pump or inlet connector damage•

ThereMUSTbeatleasttenfeetofunrestrictedgardenhose
betweenthe pressurewasherinletandanydevice,suchasa

vacuumbreakeror checkvalve•

Damageto equipmentresultingfrom failuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty•

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Riskof eye injury•

• _ ISpray cansplash back or propel objects•
Alwayswearsafetygoggleswhen usingthis equipmentor in

vicinityof whereequipmentisin use.
Beforestartingthepressurewasher,besureyouarewearing

adequatesafetygoggles•
NEVERsubstitutesafetyglassesfor safetygoggles•

6. Turn ONthe water, press red button (B) on the gun and
squeezethe trigger to purge the pump system of air and

impurities•

CheckJist Before Starting Engine

Reviewthe unit to ensureyou have performed all of the

following:

1. Besure to read Safety Rulesand Operationsections
before usingthe cleaning system•

2. Makesure handle is in placeand secure•

3. Checkthat oil has beenadded to proper levelin engine
crankcase•

4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank•

5. Checkfor proper hoseconnections (high pressure and
water supply) and that there are no kinks, cuts, or

damageto the high pressure hose•

6. Provideproper water supply (not to exceedIO0°F).

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HOWTOUSEYOURCLEANJHGSYSTEM

If you haveany problems operatingyour pressurewasher,

pleasecallthe pressure washer helplineat 1-800-222-3136.

Pressure Washer Location

PressureWasherClearance

,_ WARNING

_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignitecombustibles,
* Keepatleast5ft. (152cm)clearanceonall sidesofpressure

Placepressure washer outdoors in an areathat will not
accumulate deadly exhaust gas. DONOTplacepressure
washer where exhaustgas (A) could accumulateand enter
inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building.

Ensureexhaust gas is kept awayfrom any windows, doors,
ventilation intakes, or other openingsthat can allow exhaust
gasto collect in a confined area. Prevailingwinds andair
currents should be taken into considerationwhen positioning

_ressurewasher.

structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

washerincludingoverhead.

,_ WARHJHG

Runningengine gives off carbon monoxide, an

_ dorless, colorless, poison gas.

. OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.
* Keepexhaustgasfromenteringaconfinedareathrough

. DONOTstartor runengineindoorsorin anenclosedarea,

Breathingcarbon monoxide can causeheadache,
fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea,fainting or death.

windows,doors,ventilationintakes,or otheropenings.

evenif windowsanddoorsareopen.

To Start Your Cleanin8 System

To start your engine-powered cleaning system for the first
time, follow these instructions step-by-step. This information
also applies wheneveryou start the engine after you havelet
the pressure washer sit idle for at least a day.

1. Placepressure washer outside near an water source
capableof supplying water at a flow rate greater than

3.2 gallons per minute and no less than 20 PSIat

pressurewasher end of gardenhose.

2. Checkthat high pressure hose istightly connectedto
spray gun and pump. SeeAssembyfor illustrations.

3. Makesure unit is in a levelposition.

4. Connectgarden hoseto water inlet on pressure washer
pump.

i NOTICE

DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected
and turned on.

L amageto equipmentresultingfromfailureto followthisinstructionwillvoidwarranty.

5. Turn ONthe water,press red button on the gun and

squeezethe trigger to purge the pump system of air and

impurities.

6. Placecolored quick connect spraytips in slots on holder

that's attachedto nozzleextension.

7. Attach nozzleextension to spray gun. Tighten by hand.

B. Choose spray tipyou want to use and insert it into

nozzleextension. SeeHow to UseSpray Tips.

,

Move throttle lever to "Fast" position (A), shown as a
rabbit.

2

IMPORTANT:Before starting the pressure washer, be sure

¢ouare wearing adequatesafety goggles.

WARHIHG

Risk of eye injury.

_Spray can splash back or propel objects.

Alwayswear safety goggles when using this equipment or in

vicinity of where equipment is in use.

Beforestarting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing
adequatesafety goggles.

NEVERsubstitute safety glasses for safety goggles.

NOTE:This unit is equipped with a ReadyStart@engine. A

ReadyStart@enginemeansthere is no priming or choking
required.

10. Whenstarting engine, position yourself as
recommendedand grasp starter grip handle and pull
slowly until you feelsome resistance.Thenpull rapidly
to start engine.

WAIHIHG

Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result
in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm

_ toward engine faster than you can let go.

Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

* NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spray gun

pressure.

* When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt

andthen pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

* After each starting attempt, where enginefails to run, always

point spray gun in safe direction, press red button and squeeze
spray gun trigger to releasehigh pressure.

* Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high

pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.

11. Return recoil starter slowly. DO NOT let rope "snap
back" against starter.

NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the "Fast" position

when operating the pressure washer.

WARHIHG

Thehigh pressurestream of water that this
equipment produces cancut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and

* DONOTallowCHILDRENtooperatepressurewasher.
* Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemispressurized.

* NEVERaimspraygunat people,animals,orplants.
* DONOTsecurespraygun inopenposition.
* DONOTleavespraygununattendedwhile machineis running.
* NEVERuseaspraygunwhichdoesnot haveatriggerlockor

triggerguardin placeandinworkingorder.

* Alwaysbecertainspraygun,nozzlesandaccessoriesare

correctlyattached.

)ossible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure,evenwhen
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.

WARHIHG

_ Contact with muffler result in serious

,_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

* DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases.
* Allowequipmenttocool beforetouching.
* Keepatleast5 feet(152cm) ofclearanceonall sidesof

* Codeof FederalRegulation(CFR)Title36Parks,Forests,and

12

burns.

pressurewasherincludingoverhead.

PublicPropertyrequireequipmentpoweredbyaninternal
combustionengineto haveasparkarrester,maintainedin
effectiveworkingorder,complyingto USDAForestservice

standard51BB-1Cor laterrevision.Inthe Stateof Californiaa
sparkarresterisrequiredundersection4442of the California

Publicresourcescode.Otherstatesmayhavesimilarlaws.

area can

Howto StopYourCleaningSystem

1. Releasespray gun trigger and letengine idlefor two
minutes.

2. Movethrottle to SLOWposition,then STOPposition (A).

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Select desired spray tip:

Low Pressure

Black

Useto apply

chemical

3. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction, push red
button and squeezespray gun trigger to releaseretained
high water pressure.

IMPORTANT:Spray gun traps high water pressure, even
when engine is stoppedand water is disconnected.

WARHIHG

The high pressurestream of water that this
equipment produces cancut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leadingto serious injury and

. Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

whilesystemispressurized.

• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirection,pressredbutton
andsqueezesprayguntrigger,to releasehighpressure,every

time youstopengine.

)ossible amputation.

Spray gun traps high water pressure,evenwhen
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.

How to Use Spray Tips

Thequick-connect on the nozzleextensionallows you to
switch between four different quick connect spray tips. Spray
tips can be changed while pressure washer is running once
spray gun trigger lock is engaged.Thespray tips vary the
spray pattern as shown.

FolJowthese instructions to changespraytips:

1. Pull back collar on quick-connect andpuil current spray
tip off. Storespray tips in holder provided on the nozzle

extension.

WARHIHG

The high pressure stream of water that this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

• NEVERexchangespraytips withoutthetriggerlockedonthe

• DONOTtwistspraytips whilespraying.

underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and
possible amputation.

spraygun.

High Pressure

40° White 15° Yellow

1750 PSI 2200 PSI

2.3 GPM 2.2 GPM

• Fordelicate rinse (lower pressure and higher flow),
for gentlecleaning of cars/trucks, boats, RV's, patio
furniture, lawn equipment, etc., select white 40°
spray tip.

• Forgeneral rinsing (medium pressure and medium
flow), ideal for most all purpose cleaning such as
home siding, brick patios, wood decks, driveways
and sidewalks, garage floors, etc., selectyellow
15° spray tip.

• Formaximum rinsing (higher pressure and lower
flow), for stubborn or hard to reachsurface such as
second story surfaces,paint removal,oil stains, rust
removal or other stubborn substances (tar, gum,
grease,wax, etc.), select red 0° spray tip.

• Toapply detergent, applies project specific cleaners

to helpbreakdown stubborn dirt and grime on a

variety of surfaces, selectblack detergentspray tip.

,

Pull backon collar,insert new spraytip and releasecollar.
Tugon spraytip to makesureit is securelyin place.

UsageTips

• For most effective cleaning, keep spray tip from 8to

24 inches (20 to 61 cm) awayfrom cleaningsurface.

• If you get spray tip too close, especially usinga high
pressure spray tip, you maydamagesurface being

cleaned.

• DONOTget closer than 6 inches (15 cm) when cleaning
tires.

0° Red

255OPSI

2.0 GPM

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Cleaning and Applying Detergent

CAUTIOH

Chemicalscan causebodily injury, and/or property
damage.

NEVERusecausticliquidwith pressurewasher.
UseONLYpressurewashersafedetergents/soaps.Followall

manufacturersinstructions.

To apply detergent follow these steps:

1. Attach desireddetergent siphon hosefollowing
instructions Attach DetergentSiphon Nose to Pump.

IMPORTANT:Besureengine is off and allowed to cool before
switching detergentsiphoning hoses.

IMPORTANT:if using detergent siphoning hose, makesure
detergentshut-off valve on cleaningtank is in the "Off"
position.

9B. If using detergent siphoning hose, placesmall filter end

of detergent siphoning tube into detergent container.

NOTE:Makesure the filter is fully submerged in detergent

while applying detergent.

#OT/CE

Contact with the hot muffler can damage detergent
siphoning tube.

Wheninsertingthe filterintoa detergentsolutionbottle,route
thetubesoasto keepit frominadvertentlycontactingthehot
muffler.

WARHIHG

s_ Contact with muffler result in serious

_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

• DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases.

• Allowequipmentto coolbeforetouching.

2. Reviewuse of spray tips.

3. Preparedetergent solution as required by job.

4. Make sure detergent shut-off valve on cleaning tank is in

5. If using cleaningtank, pour detergent into cleaningtank.
NOTE:The cleaning tank holds one gallon.

6. Make sure black detergent spray tip is installed.
NOTE:Detergentcannot be appliedwith the high pressure

nozzles(White, Yellow or Red).

7. Make sure garden hose is connectedto water inlet.

burns.

structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

"Off" position.

Checkthat high pressure hose is connectedto spray gun
and pump. Turn on water.

area can

NOTICE

You must attachall hoses before you start the engine.

Startingtheenginewithoutallthehosesconnectedandwithout

thewaterturnedONwill damagethepump.

Damageto equipmentresultingfrom failuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty.

8. Start engine following instructions How to Start Your

Pressure Washer.

9A. If using cleaning tank, rotate detergentshut-off valve on

cleaningtank to "On" position (A).

10. Apply detergentto a dry surface, starting at lower
portion of areato be washed andwork upward, using
long, even, overlappingstrokes.

11. Allow detergentto "soakin" for 3-5 minutes before

washing and rinsing. Reapplyas neededto prevent
surface from drying. DONOTallow detergent to dry on

(preventsstreaking).

Pressure Washer Binsing

ForRinsing:

1. If using cleaningtank, rotate detergent shut-off valveon

cleaning tank to "Off" position.

2. Removeblackspray tip from nozzleextension.

3. Selectand install desiredhigh pressure spray tip
following instructions How to Use Spray Tips.

4. Keepspray gun a safe distancefrom areayou plan to
spray.

Kickbackfrom to fall.

. Operatepressurewasherfromastablesurface.

• Beextremelycarefulifyou mustusethepressurewasherfrom
a ladder,scaffolding,or anyothersimilarlocation.

• Firmlygraspspraygunwith bothhandswhenusinghigh
pressuresprayto avoidinjurywhenspraygunkicksback.

Apply a high pressure spray to a small areaand then
check surface for damage.If no damageis found, you
can assume it is okayto continue rinsing.

Start at top of areato be rinsed, working down with

same overlapping strokes as you usedfor cleaning.

spray gun can causeyou

Automatic Cool Down System (Thermal Relief)

If you run the engine onyour pressure washerfor
3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
circulating water in the pump can reach temperatures above

125°F.Thesystem engagesto cool the pump by discharging
the warmwater ontothe ground.

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EHGINETECHNICALINFORMATIOH PRODUCTSPECIFICATiOHS

This is a single cylinder, L-head,air cooled engine. It is a low
emissions engine.

Inthe Stateof California, Model 120000 engines are certified
by the California Air Resources Boardto meet emissions
standardsfor 125hours. Such certification does not grant
the purchaser, owner or operator of this engine any
additional warranties with respectto the performance or
operational life of this engine. The engineis warranted solely
according to the product and emissions warranties stated

elsewherein this manual.

Power Ratings

Thegross power rating for individual gas engine models is
labeledin accordancewith SAE(Societyof Automotive

Engineers)code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque

Rating Procedure),and rating performance hasbeen
obtained andcorrected in accordancewith SAEJ1995

(Revision2002-05). Torque values are derived at3060 RPM;
horsepower values are derivedat 3600 RPM.Actual gross
engine power will be lower and is affected by, among other
things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-engine
variability. Given both the wide array of products on which
enginesare placed andthe variety of environmental issues
applicableto operating the equipment, the gas engine will not
developthe rated gross power when used in a given piece of
power equipment (actual "on-site" or net power). This
difference is due to a variety of factors including, but not
limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust,charging,
cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.), application limitations,
ambient operating conditions (temperature,humidity,
altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Dueto

manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton

maysubstitute an engine of higher rated power for this
Seriesengine.

This pressurewasher is rated in accordanceto the Pressure
Washer Manufacture Association (PWMA) standard PW101

(Testingand Rating Performance of PressureWashers).

Pressure Washer Specifications

Max Outlet Pressure ....................... 2,550 PSi

Max Flow Rate............................. 2.3 GPM

DetergentMix ........................ Useasdirected

Water Supply Temperature .......... Not to exceed IO0°F

Engine Specifications

Bore ................................. 2.69 in. (68mm)

Stroke ............................... 2.04 in. (52mm)

Displacement ........................ 11.57in. (190 cc)

SparkPlug

Type: ............. Briggs & Stratton 802592 or 5095D

SetGapTo: ...................... O.030inch(0.76mm)

ArmatureAir Gap: ........... 0.006-0.010in.(O.15-O.25mm)

Valveclearancewithvalvespringsinstalledand piston1/4in.

(6 ram)pasttopdeadcenter(checkwhenengineiscold).

Intake.................... 0.005-0.007in.(0.13-0.18mm)

Exhaust .................. 0.007-0.009in.(0.18-0.23mm)

FuelCapacity............................... 1.6Quarts

OilCapacity........................ 18Ounces(0.5 liter)

NOTE:For practical operation, the engine load should not
exceed 85% of rated power. Enginepower will decrease
3-1/2% for each1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea leveland

1% for each 10° F (5.6° C) above 77° F(25° C). It should

operatesatisfactorily at an angle up to 15°.

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OWHER'SRESPOHSIBILITIES Pump Oil

Maintenance Schedule

Followthe hourly or calendarintervals, whichever occurs

first. More frequent service is required when operating in
adverseconditions noted below.

* Changeengine oil

* Check/clean water inlet screen1
, Checkhigh pressure hose

, Checkdetergentsiphoning hose
, Checkspray gun and assembly for leaks

* Clean debris
* Checkengine oil level

DONOTattempt any oil maintenanceon this pump.The

pump is pre-lubricated and sealedfrom the factory, requiring

no additional maintenancefor the life of the pump.

EmissionsControl

Maintenance, replacement, or repair ofthe emissions

control devices and systemsmay be performedbyany non-

roadengine repair establishmentor individual. However,
to obtain "no charge" emissions control service, the work

must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.Seethe

Emissions Warranty.

Before Each Use

1. Checkengine oil level.

2. Cleandebris.

3. Checkwater inlet screen for damage.

4. Checkhigh pressure hose for leaks.

5. Checkgun and spray tip extension assemblyfor leaks.

6. Purge pump of air and contaminants.

, Service engineair cleaner2

, Changeengine oil2
, Service sparkarrester

, Service sparkplug
* Cleancooling system2

Clean if clogged. Replace if perforated or torn.

2Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions.

General Recommendations

Regularmaintenancewill improve the performanceand
extendthe life of the pressure washer. Seeany Searsor
other qualified service dealerfor service.

Thepressure washer warranty doesnot cover items that
havebeen subjected to operator abuseor negligence.To

receivefull valuefrom the warranty, the operator must

maintain pressure washer as instructed in this manual
including proper storage as detailedin Storage.

Someadjustments will needto be madeperiodically to
properly maintain your pressure washer.

All service andadjustments should be madeat least once
eachseason.Follow the requirementsin the Maintenance

Schedulechart above.
NOTE:Oncea year you should clean or replacethe spark

plug and replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and clean air
filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your engine run
better and last longer.

PRESSUREWASHERMAINTENANCE

Clean Debris

Daily or before use,clean accumulated debris from cleaning
system. Keeplinkage, spring and controls clean. Keeparea
around and behind muffler free from any combustible debris.

Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the pressure
washer. Theseopenings must be keptcleanand

unobstructed.

Cleaningsystem parts should be keptcleanto reducethe risk

of overheating andignition of accumulated debris.

• Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

[ NOTICE

Improper treatment of pressure washer can damageit and

|shorten ts fe.

L DONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.

• Usea soft bristle brush to loosencaked on dirt, oil, etc.

• Usea vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.

Check and Clean Inlet Screen

Examinegarden hose inlet screen. Cleanif it is clogged or

replaceif it is torn.

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Check High Pressure Hose

High pressure hosescan developleaks from wear, kinking,
or abuse. Inspect hose beforeeach use. Checkfor cuts,
leaks,abrasions, bulging of cover, or damageor movement
of couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replace hose
immediately.

WARHIHG

The high pressurestream of water that this

_ quipment produces can cut through skin and its

• NEVERrepairhighpressurehose.Replaceit.
, ReplacementhoseratingMUSTexceedmaximumpressure

ratingof unit.

underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and

_ossibleamputation.

Check Gun and Hozzle Extension

Examinehose connectionto spray gun and makesure it is
secure.Testtrigger by pressingit and making sure it springs
back into placewhenyou releaseit. Do not depress red
button and test trigger. You should not be able to press

trigger. Replacespray gun immediately if it fails any of these
tests.

HozzleMaintenance

A pulsing sensationfelt while squeezingthe spray gun trigger
may becaused by excessivepump pressure. Theprincipal
cause of excessivepump pressure is aspray tip clogged or
restricted with foreign materials, such as dirt, etc. Tocorrect

the problem, immediately cleanthe spray tip following these

instructions:

1. Shut off engine and turn off water supply.

2. ALWAYSpoint spray gun in a safe direction, press red
button and and squeezespraygun trigger to release
retainedhigh water pressure.

WARHIHG

Thehigh pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can cut through skin and its

_ nderlying tissues, leading to serious injury and

, Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun

• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirection,pressredbutton
time youstopengine.

possible amputation.
Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen

engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can causeinjury.

whilesystemispressurized.
andsqueezesprayguntrigger,to releasehighpressure,every

3. Removespray tip from end of nozzleextension.

4. Usea small paperclip to free any foreign material
clogging or restricting spray tip (A).

5. Removenozzleextension from spray gun.

6. Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back
flushing water through nozzle extension. Back flush

between 30 to 60 seconds.

7. Reinstallspray tip into nozzleextension.

8. Reconnectnozzleextension to spray gun.

9. Makesure garden hose is connectedto water inlet.

Checkthat high pressure hose is connectedto spray gun

and pump. Turn on water.

10. Start engine following instructions Howto Start Your

Pressure Washer.

11. Test pressurewasher by operating with eachquick
connect spray tip.

O-Ring Maintenance

Purchasean O-Ring Repair Kit atyour local Searsor by
calling 1-800-4-1VIY-HOME(46g-4663) or online at
www.sears.com. It is not included with the pressure washer.
This kit includes replacemento-rings, rubber washer and
water inlet filter. Referto the instruction sheet provided in the

kit to serviceyour unit's o-rings.

WARHIHG

Thehigh pressurestream of water that this

,p_ equipment produces cancut through skin and its

, NEVERrepairleakingconnectionswith sealantof anykind.

Replaceo-ringor seal.

underlyingtissues, leadingto serious injury and

)ossible amputation.

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