Craftsman 580768000 Owner’s Manual

Operators Manual

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3.75 Horsepower

1500 PSI

2 GPM

P WASH

Model No. 580.768000

B3683GS

MADE IN USA

058-0SRS

4 DATE CODE.

O138

HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CST)

CAUTION:

Before using this product, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules

and Operating Instructions.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website: www_sears°comJcraftsman

Part No, B3683 Draft 0 (11/4/98) Printed in the U,S.A,.

° Safety

° Assembly

• Operation ° Maintenance

° Parts

Safety Rules .................... 2-3

Assembly ......................... 4

Operation ....................... 5-8

Maintenance ................... 9-12

Storage ......................... 13

Troubleshooting ................... 14

Replacements parts ............. t 6-27

How to order parts and

request service ............. Back page

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN HIGH 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 owneCs manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in

material and workmanship.

This warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items such as spark plugs and air filters, which become worn during normal use. ° 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 SERVtCE CENTER OR DEALER IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to

state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

,_ CAUTION: Before using this product, read this

manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions,

,_ DANGER: When transporting, setting up,

adjusting or making repairs to your pressure washer, always disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact the spark plug to prevent accidental starting°

• Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monoxide gas,_This dangerous gas, if breathed in

sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death. Operate this

equipment only in the open air where adequate ventilation is available.

• Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit smoking, 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 refueling.

Comply with all laws regulating storage and handling of gasoline°

• Locate this pressure washer in areas away from

combustible 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 all risks and liabilities.

° 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..

• 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 other rotating

parts.

- 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 protective housing or covers should NEVER be operated°

• 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 all defects before operating the Pressure

Washer.,

• Do not spray flammable liquids.

o 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 streams of fluid this equipment

produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible

amputation.

• Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants.

o 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 the 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 the high

pressure hose. Use the handle provided on the

top of the unit,,

° Always be certain the spray gun, nozzles and

accessories are correctly attached.

o Never use a spray gun which does not have a

trigger lock or trigger guard in place and in working order.

o 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.

o High pressure spray may damage fragile items

including glass.. Do not point spray gun at glass

when in the jet spray mode,.

- Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun while the system is pressurized,,

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

o 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 unattended while the machine is running°

o 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 etectdc shock may result..

• Do not secure tdgger gun in the pull-back (open) position.

, Do not by-pass any safety device on this machine.

• 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.

• Operate and store this unit on a stable surface.

o High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear,

kinking, abuse, etcoWater spraying from a leak is capable of injecting material 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 hose immediately. Never repair high pressure hose. Replace it with another

hose that meets minimum pressure rating of your pressure washer°

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT

MEANS "ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED."

CARTON CONTENTS

The following parts are shipped loose with your pressure washer:.

= Main Unit-- pressure washer with wheels,

guide handle,, High Pressure Hose

o Parts Box (which includes items listed below)

. Spray Gun . Nozzle Extension

. Hi/Lo Adjustable Nozzle.

• Turbo Nozzle o Engine Oil

• Manual Bag (which includes the items listed below) o Owner's Manual

° No_le Cleaner Kit , "O"-Ring Kit

Become familiar with each piece before assembling the pressure washer° Check all contents against the illustration 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 loose parts and parts box included with

pressure washer..

° Slice two corners at guide handle end of carton

from top to bottom so the panel can be folded down flaL

Raise guide handle, secure in place and roll the pressure washer out the open end of the carton°

HOW TO SET UP YOUR PRESSURE

WASHER

For the most part, your Craftsman High Pressure

Washer has been assembled at the factory. You must,

however, assemble the spray gun, and attach the high pressure hose to the pump and spray gun.

° Cut the tie wraps on the high pressure hose and

connect high pressure hose to gun,.Tighten by hand..

• Remove plastic cap and connect high pressure hose to pump. Tighten by han&

The high

pressure outlet is on this side of

the unit below the engine

Lift the handle to upright position and

slide the locking caps into place.

Check carton for additional loose parts,.

Attach nozzle extension to spray gun by aligning

the locking tabs on the extension with the grooves in the gun. Push extension inward and twist

clockwise to lock in place.

Attach desired nozzle onto nozzle extension._

Place assembled spray gun on holder.

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 focations of various controls and

adjustments.

High Pressure Hose

Spray Gun

Recoil Starter

Detergent Pick-Up Tube and Filter

NozzleO___-__Extension _\\_"_X

Throttle Control Lever

Adjustable Nozzle

High Pressure Outlet Waterlnlet

Turbo Nozzle

Adjustable Nozzle - Attaches to the nozzle extension

and adjusts for high or low pressure; narrow or fan spray°

Air Filter - Dry type filter element limits the amount of dirt and dust that gets in the engine.

Detergent Pick-Up Tube and Filter - Use to suck detergent from chemical bottle to the low pressure

water stream,,

Gas Tank - Fill engine with regular unleaded gasoline

here. High Pressure Hose - Connect one end to the spray

gun and other end to the high pressure outlet., High Pressure Outlet - Connection for high pressure

hose., Nozzle Extension - Attaches to the spray gun and

nozzles,,

Air Filter

Primer Bulb

Gas Tank

Pump

Oil Fill Cap - Fill engine with oil here,, See page 7 for oil recommendations°

Primer Bulb - Prepares a cold engine for starting. Pump - Develops high pressure water

Recoil Starter - Used for starting the engine manually,,

Spray Gun - Controls the application of water onto cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety

latch.

Throttle Control Lever - Sets engine in starting

mode and stops running engine,,

Turbo Nozzle - Attaches to the nozzle extension and

allows you to clean or rinse surfaces at high pressure° You cannot apply detergent using the turbo nozzle.

Water Inlet - Attach the garden hose here using the garden hose connector (not shown),,

HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Read these instructions and learn how to use your pressure washer before you attempt to start your pressure washer. If you have any problems operating your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-222-3136.

For most effective cleaning, keep spray nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning

surface°

If you get spray nozzle too close, especially using high pressure mode, you may damage the cleaning surface..

How To Use the Adjustable Nozzle

,_ WARNING: Never adjust spray pattern when

spraying., Never put hands in front of the nozzle when adjusting the spray..

o Push the nozzle forward for tow pressure. Pull the

nozzle backward to achieve high pressure°

Pull nozzle backward for high pressure.

Push nozzle forward for low pressure.

Cleaning With The Adjustable Nozzle

IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for

pressure washers° Household detergents could damage the pump.

IMPORTANT: You must attach all hoses before you start the engine. Starting the engine without all the

hoses connected and without the water turned ON will damage the pump.

To apply detergent follow these steps:

• Prepare the detergent solution as required by the manufacturer.

o Hang the detergent solution on the hook on the

handle.

Hang detergent bottle on this

hook.

Twisting the nozzle adjusts the spray pattem from a

narrow to a "fan" pattern.

Twist nozzle Twist nozzle

clockwise for counterclockwise for narrow spray. "fan" pattern.

- Place small filter on the clear, chemical injection tube into the detergent container.,

* Push the adjustable nozzle forward to low pressure

mode., Detergent cannot be applied with nozzle

in high pressure position.

° Review the use of the adjustable nozzle. ° Connect garden hose to water inlet (see 'q'O

START PRESSURE WASHER" on page 8), check that high pressure hose is connected to spray gun

and pump (see ASSEMBLY on page 4), and start engine°

° For cleaning, start at lower portion of area to be

washed and work upward, using long, even overlapping strokes.

Allow the detergent to soak in between 3-5 minutes

before washing and rinsing_ Reapply as needed to prevent surface from drying.

Rinsing with the Adjustable Nozzle

WARNING: Be extremely careful if you must

use the pressure washer from a ladder, scaffolding or any other relatively unstable Iocation, When you press the trigger, the recoil

from the initial spray could force you to fall, or if you are too close to the cleaning surface, high pressure could force you off a climbing apparatus.,

- Hook up the water supply and start your pressure washer (see TO START THE PRESSURE

WASHER on page 8).

° Pull adjustable nozzle backward to get high

pressure mode,, Wait for detergent to clear,, Detergent witl not flow when in the high pressure

mode.,

When detergent has cleared you may want to

expand the spray pattern for a more gentle rinsing action° Start at top of area to be rinsed, working down with same action as for cleaning,,

_lk CAUTION: Test a small, hidden area of the

surface to be cleaned, Make sure there is no damage caused by the high pressure spray.

How to Use the Turbo Nozzle

The turbo nozzle rotates the high pressure stream in a

rapid circular pattemo The high pressure spray is most effective when the tip of the wand is held between 8 to 24 inches from the surface being cleaned,,

Always start the turbo nozzle at a distance, gradually getting closer to the surface until you get the cleaning

force you wahl

CAUTION! The turbo nozzle produces an extremely high pressure spray which is capable of removing paint and cutting holes through

surfaces if held too close,, Always make sure the surface you will clean will not be damaged by

the high pressure spray by testing in a hidden area.

Note: You cannot apply detergent with the turbo nozzleo

To attach turbo nozzle to spray gun: o Remove any accessories attached to the nozzle

extension,,

° Attach turbo nozzle to nozzle extension.

Connect the nozzle extension to the spray gun by aligning the locking tabs on the accessory adapter with the grooves in the gun., Push nozzle inward and twist to lock in place_

BEFORE STARTING THE PRESSURE

WASHER

To operate the engine you will need to do the following:

Add Engine Oil

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG_ Select the oil's SAE

viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature:

colder _=,=.=== 32°F =,.===_ warmer

-< m >- 5W30 SAE 3O

Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more

frequently to avoid possible damage from running low on oil

° Place pressure washer on a level surface o Clean area around oit fill and remove oil dipstick°

° Wipe dipstick clean,,

- Pour oil from enclosed bottle into the oil fill opening

until oil reaches full mark on the dipstick. Stop and check the oil level periodically. Do not overfill.

° Install oil dipstick, hand tighten securely,.

Add Gasoline

• Use regular unleaded gasoline with the pressure

washer engine. Fuel tank capacity is 1 USo quarL

_hk DANGER: Never fill fuel tank indoors., Never fill

fuel tank when engine is running or hot_ Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.

_ AUTION: Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always

leave room for expansion.

,_ CAUTION: Experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system

of an engine while in storage.,

To add fuel to engine: o Clean area around fuel cap, remove cap,

° Add regular unleaded gasoline, slowly, to the fuel

tank.

Important; Never mix oil with gasoline. ° Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

TO START YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

• Place the pressure washer in an area close enough to an outside water source that can flow at a rate of

at least 2,2 gallons per minute. Connect a garden hose to the water spouL

- Check that the high pressure hose is tightly connected to the spray gun and to the pumF See

ASSEMBLY section on page 4 for illustrations.,

• Check inlet screen on the water inlet. If the screen

is dirty, clean before attaching a garden hose° if the screen is damaged, do not connect to the garden hose. Replace with screen provided in maintenance

kit or call 1-800-366-PART to order a replacement inlet screen.

° Attach the the garden hose to the water inlet° o Turn on the water.

Important: Do not run pump without the water supply connected and turned on° You must follow this caution

or the pump will be damage&

Purge air from pump:

, Attach desired nozzle onto the nozzle extension..

• Remove the nozzle extension from the spray gun.

- Pull the trigger on the spray gun and hold until a steady stream of water appears.

- Engage the safety latch on the spray gun°

• Push primer bulb firmly (5) time& o Grasp rope handle and pull slowly untit you feel

some resistance. Then pull cord rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback and start the engine.. Let rope return to starter slowly,

Note: Always keep the Throttle Control Lever in the 'Fast' position when operating the pressure washer,,

To Start Engine Thereafter:

° Make sure the engine throttle control is in the

"Fast" position,

• Press the primer bulb 3 times. For a warm engine, do not prime.

o Grasp rope handle and pull slowly until you feel

some resistance. Then pull cord rapidly to

overcome compression, prevent kickback and start

the engine. Let rope return to starter slowly,

° If engine fails to start, pull trigger on gun until a

steady stream of water appears, press the primer bulb three more times and pull starter_

Note: Always keep the Throttle Control Lever in the

'Fast' position when operating the pressure washer..

HOW TO STOP YOUR PRESSURE

WASHER

° Move the throttle control lever to the 'Slow'

position_

° Wait for the engine to idle down_

• Move the throttle control lever to the 'Stop' position_

• Simply shutting off the engine will not release pressure in the system° Squeeze trigger on the spray gun to relieve pressure in the hose.

Note: A small amount of water will squirt out when you release the pressure.

o Attach nozzle extension onto spray gun°

To start the engine for the first time=

• Move the throttle control lever to the "Fast" position°

Fast Slow Stop

SIPHONING

We recommend that you DO NOT siphon standing water for your water supply° Contaminated, brackish or

dirty water can damage the pump. Connect 0nly to household water supply.

TIPS

• Never use the garden hose inlet to siphon

detergent or wax..

, If you have the spray nozzle too far away, the

cleaning will not be as effective.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FiLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

MAINTENANCE TASK

ChecWclean water inlet screen on quick-connect.

Check high pressure hose_

iCheck detergent hose. iCheck spray gun and assemb{y for leaks,

Purge pump of air and contaminants.

ENGINE

Check oil level

Change engine oil.

iService air cleaner.

Clean/replace spark plug,

Prepare for storage

I-

Clean if clogged, Replace if perforated or tom.,

Change oil after the first (5) operating hours and every 25 hours thereafter Change sooner when operating under dirty or dusty

conditions.,

"* Replace more often under dirty or dusty conditions,

HOURLY OPERATING

INTERVAL

I Every 25 t Ever] 100

Be{ore Each i Hours or t Hours or

U,e 1 Yea"Y I Yea"v

x x x x

i l i i

Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for longer than 30 days,

SERVICE DATES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Pressure Washer Specifications

PRESSURE ................................... 1500 psi

FLOW RATE ........................................ 2 GPM

DETERGENT MIX .... Use undiluted deter eq._9___

WATER SUPPLY

TEMPERATURE .........Not to Exceed 140°F

Engine Specifications

ENGINE MODEL ............... Briqcls &Stratton

RATED HORSEPOWER .......................... 3.75

SPARK PLUG: Type: ....Champion RJ-19LM

or equivalent. Set Gap to: ...0.030 inch

(0,76mm)

GASOLINE CAPACITY .......... 1.0 U.S. quart

OIL ........................................... SAE 30 weiqht

SOLID STATE .................................0°006- .0i0 inch

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 maintained in effective working order by the

owner/operator. You can order a spark arrestor (P/N 398067) through

your Sears Service Center_

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty of the high pressure washer does not

cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the

warranty, operator must maintain high pressure

washer as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your high pressure washer, All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual should be made at least once each season,,

Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug and replace the air filter and check the gun,

nozzle extension and nobles for wear. A clean spark plug and new air filter assure proper fuel-air

mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check water inlet screen for damage.

o Check high pressure hose for leaks.. o Check detergent inlet hose and filter for damage_ = Check gun and nozzles for leaks. ° Purge pump of air and contaminants.

° Check engine oil level°

PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE Check and Clean Inlet Screen

Examine inlet screen_ C}ean if it is clogged or replace if it is torn,

Check High Pressure Hose

High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking, or abuse.. Inspect hose each time before using

it,.Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions, bulging of cover, or damage or movement of couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replace hose immediately._

_ ANGER: Never repair a high pressure hose.,

Replace with hose that meets the minimum pressure rating of your pressure washer

Pull the trigger on the gun and hold..

When the water supply is steady and constant,

engage the safety latch and refasten the nozzle attachment.

Nozzle Maintenance

If the nozzle becomes restricted or clogged with

foreign materials, such as dirt, excessive pump

pressure may develop. A partially clogged nozzle can cause a pulsing sensation during use. This generally is not a pump related problem, but rather a clogged or

partially restricted nozzle.

If the nozzle becomes clogged or partially restricted, immediately clean the nozzle with the kit included with your pressure washer by following these instructions:

• Shut off the engine and turn off the water supply,, o Separate the nozzle extension from the gun_

= Rotate to stream setting°

• Remove nozzle from the end of the wand using the

allen wrench included with the kit or a 2mm or 5/64 allen wrench,.

Check Detergent Hose

Examine the filter on the detergent hose and clean if clogged. Hose should fit tightly on barbed fitting_

Examine hose for leaks or tears, Replace the filter or hose if either is damaged,.

Check Gun and Nozzle Extension

Examine hose connection to gun and make sure it is secure° Test trigger by pressing it and making sure it springs back into place when you release itoPut safety latch in UP position and test trigger,, You should not be able to press trigger. Replace gun immediately if it

fails any of these tests,

Purge Pump of Air and Contaminants

To remove the air from the pump, follow these steps:

• Set up the pressure washer as described in the ASSEMBLY section on page 4 and connect the

water supply.,

° Remove the nozzle extension from the gun_ ° Pull the trigger on the gun and hold until a steady

stream of water appears°

To remove the contaminants from the pump, follow

these steps:

• Set up the pressure washer as described in the ASSEMBLY section, and connect the water supply.

° Remove the nozzle attachment from the gun° ° Start the engine according to instructions in the

OPERATION section on page 5.

• Use the wire included in the kit or a small paper clip to free the foreign materials clogging or

restricting the nozzle.,

Insert wire into nozzleand turn back and forth to

clear obstruction.

Remove additional debris by back flushing water

supply through wand. Back flush between 30 to 60 seconds. Turn wand to stream spray and move

nozzle from low to high pressure while flushing,.

° Reinstall nozzle into wand_ DO NOT overtighten_

• Reconnect wand extension to spray gun., ° Reconnect the water supply, turn ON the water,

and start the engine,

• Test the pressure washer by operating with nozzle in the high and the low pressure positions_

O-Ring Maintenance

Through the normal operation of your pressure washer, O-Rings, which keep the connections of the

hoses and gun tight and leak-free may become worn or damaged, Provided with your pressure washer is an O-Ring Maintenance Kit which provides replacement O-Rings, Rubber Washer and water inlet screen,.

Parts in the O-Ring Kit Include: o O-Rings, yellow, (pin B2264) for the ends of the

high pressure hose.

° O-Ring, light green, (99794) for the male

accessory connections.

° O-Ring, red, (B2726) for the nozzle extension

connection°

o 1 rubber washer (p!n B2385) for the inside of the

garden hose connector.

o 1 water inlet screen (pin B2384) for the garden

hose connector.

To remove aworn or damaged O-Ring: o Use a small flathead screwdriver to get

underneath the o-ring and pry it off_

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Checking Oil Level

Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at

least every (5) hours of operation_ Keep oil level maintained.

_SW BOO_y_

LIP

Changing Oil

Change engine oil after the first (5) hours and every (25) hours thereafter. If you are using your pressure

washer under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change oil more often,

Change oil while engine is still warm from running, as follows:

o Drain fuel tank by running pressure washer until

fuel tank is empty.

• Clean area around oil fill, remove oil fill cap!dipstick,, Wipe dipstick clean.

° Tip your pressure washer to drain oiI from the oil fill

tube into a suitable container making sur you tip

your unit away from the spark plugo.,When crankcase is empty', return the pressure washer to upright position°

SPARK PLUG

Fitl engine crankcase with recommended oil until oil level is at FULL point on dipstick. Do not overfill above that mark. POUR SLOWLY.

When engine crankcase is filled to proper level, install and tighten oil capldipstick_

SO LIP EXTENDS

OVER EOGE OF

AfR CLEANER BODY

LIP W}LL FORM

ASSEMBLE ELEMENT

PROTECTIVE SEAL

WHEN COVER

IS ASSEMBLED

° Remove dirtyair cleaner carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor,.

° Take cleaner apart and clean all parts_

To service foam element, wash in liquid detergent and water° Squeeze dry in a clean cloth° Saturate in clean engine oil.,Squeeze in clean cloth to remove all excess oil Replace foam element if

very dirty or damaged.

° Reassemble all parts and fasten securely to the

carburetor with screw.

Clean / Replace Spark Plug

Clean or replace the spark plug yearly or every 100

hours of operation,

_k CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from

spark plug and keep wire away from spark plug_

Clean area around spark plug.

Remove and inspect spark plug,

Replace spark plug if the electrodes are pitted, bumed or porcelain is cracked. For replacement

use Champion RJ-19LM only.

• Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap at °030" if necessary.

Service Air Cleaner

Your engine witl not run property and may be damaged if you run it with a dirty air cleaner.

Clean the air cleaner once every (25) hours of operation or once each year, whichever comes first_

Clean more often if operating under dirty or dusty conditions. Replacements are available at your local

Sears Authorized Service Center°

To clean the air cleaner, follow these steps:

° Remove screw on the air cleaner cover.

° install spark plug, tighten securely.

Carburetor

If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest Sears Service Center_ Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 700 feet° For

operation at higher elevations, contact your nearest Sears Service Center.

AFTER EACH USE

Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. Sediments of minerals can deposit on pump parts and "freeze" pump action° Follow these procedures after every use:

• Flush detergent hose by pfacing the injector filter into a pail of clear water while running Pressure

Washer with nozzle in low pressure modemFlush until you can see clear water running through the

tube°

o Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove all

hoses°

,_ CAUTION: Be sure the Run/Stop Lever is in the

"Stop" position before you continue° Ifyou start the engine without the proper water supply connected, you can damage the pump..

o Empty the pump of all pumped liquids by pulling

recoil handle about 6 times with the Run/Stop Lever in the "Stop" position. This should remove most of

the liquid inthe pump°

° Coil the high pressure hose and inspect it for

damage° Cuts in the hose or fraying of it could result in leaks and loss of pressure. Should any

damage be found, replace the hose. DO NOT attempt to repair a damaged hose. Replace the

hose with the genuine Craftsman part.

° Drain water from hose and properly hang it on the

wire support provided on the guide handle.. Store in a clean, dry area°

,_ DANGER: Never store the engine with fuel in

the gas tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly

ventilated areas where fumes may reach an open flame, a spark, or pilot light,.

WINTER STORAGE

_1 AUTION: You must protect your unit from

freezing temperatures, Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render your unit inoperable°

To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:

- Draw RV-Antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into the pump by pouring the washer fluid into a 3-

foot section of garden hose connected to the inlet

adapter and pulling the recoil handle twice.

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, experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called

gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage° Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage,.

Protect Fuel System

,_ DANGER: Drain fuel into approved container

outdoors, away from open flame° Be sure engine is coolo Do not smoke°

= Remove all gasoline from the fue! tank to prevent

gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine_

° Run engine until engine stops from lack of fuel.

Make sure you have water supply to pump inlet connected and turned ON.

Change Oil

While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase_ Refill with recommended grade° (See Changing Oil on Page 12,,)

Oil Cylinder Bore

• Remove spark plug and pour about 1 ounce (30 ml)

of engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark pkJg

hole with rag° Crank slowly to distribute oil.

,_ CAUTION: Avoid spray from spark plug hole

when cranking engine slowly.

° Install spark plug., Do not connect spark plug wire,.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another_ ° Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rusL

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems°

. If possible, store your unit indoors and cover itto

give protection from dust and dirt,, BE SURE TO EMPTY THE FUEL TANK,,

° Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture.

IMPORTANT: NEVER cover your pressure washer

while engine and exhaust area are warm.

LONG TERM STORAGE

if you do not plan to use the Pressure Washer for more than 30 days, you must prepare the engine for long term storage.

Note: As always, prepare the pressure washer pump as you would after each use..

PROBLEM

Pump has following problems: failure to produce pressure, or erratic pressure, chattering, loss of pressure, low water volume.,

Detergent fails to mix..

Engine runs good when not spraying but dies when you begin to spray.,

CAUSE

1,, Nozzle in low pressure mode_

2, Water inlet is blocked,, 3, Inadequate water supply

4_ Inlet hose is kinked or leaking 5 Clogged water inlet screen._

6,, Water supply is over 140°F,. 7, Outlet hose isblocked,,

8., Outlet hose leak& 9, Gun leaks..

10 Nozzle is obstructed., 11 Pump is faulty,

Detergent line is not submerged. detergent.,

Chemical filter is clogged.,

3,,

Nozzle is in high pressure mode.

Engine speed is too slow.,

CORRECTION

1o Pull nozzle backward for high

pressure mode.

2,, Clear inlet

3,, Provide adequate water flow at

least 2 gpmo

4. Straighten inlet hose, patch leak. 5,, Replace / clean water inlet

screen,,

6.. Provide cooler water supply_ 7,, Clear blocks in outlet hose.

8, Replace outlet hose if leaking.

9. Replace o-ring or gun if

necessary,

10,. Clear nozzle,, 11,, Contact Sears Service

Department,

1., Insert chemical line into detergent,

2_ Clean or replace filter/detergent

line,,

3, Push nozzte forward for

low pressure mode,

Contact Sears Service Department.

Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough

Engine shuts down during operation

Engine lacks power.

t., Dirty air cleaner

2. Out of gasoline., 3, Stale gasoline,

4. Spark plug wire not connected

1_ Clean or replace air cleaner_,

2,, Fill fuel tank.,

& Drain gas tank; fill with fresh fuel

4. Connect wire to spark plug_

to spark plugo

5o Bad spark plug.

6.. Water in gasoline

7. Overchoking or flooded

5,, Replace spark plug, 6o Drain gas tank; fill with fresh fuel. 7,, Set engine throttle control lever to

fast position, choke in run

position.

8, Excessively rich fuel mixture,.

8, Contact Sears Service

Department.,

9. Intake valve stuck open or closed,.

9, Contact Sears Service

Department,.

10. Engine has lost compression..

, LI,

1. Out of gasoline..

2. Air filter dirty

Dirty air filter,

10., Contact Sears Service Department.

1. Fill fuel tank.,

2. Replace Air filter.

,,,,,,,i

Replace air filter,

Craftsman 1800 PSI High Pressure Washer 580.768000 Briggs & Stratton 3.75HP Sprint, Model 98902-2228-E2

305 Yr REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

635 3_

116_

REE PART REE, PART REF, PART

NOD NO._ DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO,, NO,

399164

293708

.299819

214277

272694

495785

9 *272602

10 94621 11 231774 13 93111

37 223150 37A 224819 37B 225013

51 *270345

54 93485

, inctuded in Gasket Set-Part No,, 298989,

Cylinder Assembly

Bushing Seal-Oil

Head-Cylinder

Note

213942 Head-Cylinder (Used Before Code Date 96080100),,

Gasket-Cylinder Head

Note

,272536 Gasket- Cylinder Head

(Used Before Code Date 96080100),

Breather Assembly

(Includes Gasket)

Gasket-Breather

Screw-Hex,, Tube-Breather

Screw-Hex Guard-Flywheet

Guard-F3ywhee] Guard-Rywheel

Gasket-lntake Screw-Hex.

116 _271485 Sea!-O Ring

200 281024 284 94073

305 94786 335 94732 337 802592

383 89838

523A 28108'1

625 298775 635 66538

869 211172

870 211291

871 231348

Blade-Governor Screw-Shoulder

Screw-Hex Screw-Shoulder

Plug-Spark (Resistor Type)

_ Note

492167 Rug-Spark Wrench-Spark Plug

Dipstick

Manifold-Intake

Boot-Spark Plug

Seat-Valve (Intake)

Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

Brushing-Guide (Exhaust)

DESCRIPTION

Note

63709 Bushing-Guide

(intake)

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames.

Craftsman 1800 PSI High Pressure Washer 580.768000 Briggs & Stratton 3.75HP Sprint, Model 98902-2228-E2

741

377

357_

REF.. PART

NO. NO DESCRIPTION

16 492748 Crankshaft

REF PART

NO NO, DESCRI PTION

24 222698 25 498668

Key-F[ywheef

Piston Assembly (Standard)

498669 Piston Assy

(O10" O.S,)

498670 Piston Assy

(,020" O_,S,)

498671 Piston Assy,

(.o3o"o s,)

26 498680

Ring Set (Standard)

498681 Ring Set

(.O10"O.S,)

498682 Ring Set

(O20"O.,S,.)

498683 Ring Set

(.,030"OS.

REE

NO,,

718 357 377

741

PART

NO.,

26026

298909

DESCRIPTION

Lock-Piston Pin Pin-Piston

(Standard)

298908 Pin-Piston

(oo5"o.,sJ

294201

296676

296677

260552 40 45

230173

499047

261533

94699

93312

91539

93065

Rod-Connecting 296079 Rod-*

Connecting

(,020" Undersize)

Screw-Connecting

Rod Valve-Exhaust Valve-lnlake

Spring-Valve

Retainer-Valve

Tappet-Valve Pin-Crankshaft

Key-Drive Pulley Key-Woodruff Gear-T_ming

* included in Gasket Set-Part No. 298989,,

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames,,

Craftsman 1800 PSI High Pressure Washer 580.768000 Briggs & Stratton 3.75HP Sprint, Model 98902-2228-E2

REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 220 _) TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

46A

12oi.1

REF,

NO,

10A 94658

20A 391484

22A 93415

PART REE PART

NO, DESCRIPTION NO,, NO.,

4 395384

4A 395390

12 *270833

15 94720

19 293709

20 *391483

22 94682

46 493747

: , , ,

Sump-Engine 46A Sump-Engine

Include(s): 47 391484 Sea,Oil 83

Screw-Hex_

94621 Screw-He_.

(Used Before Code

Date 96112000)

Gasket-Crankcase ( 015" Thick, Standard)

*270895 Gasket- Crankcase

(,.005" Thick)

*270896 Gasket- Crankcase

(009" Thick)

Plug-O{| Drain

Bushing

(PIain)

Seal-Oil Sea!-Oit

Screw-Hex. Screw-Hex_

Gear-Cam

Note

396197 Gear-Cam

(Clockwise)

491688 Slinger-Oil

230831 Shaft-Aux.. Drive

220 (_)

72 "1

10A_

REF PART

NO NO, DESCRIPTION

88 .270328 Gasket-Cover

220 68938 Washer-Thrust 720 93474 Pin-Shaft

721 221779 Stop-Shaft 743 231278 Gear-Drive

784 221780 Cover-Gear

. Included in Gasket Set-Part No. 298989_

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames.

Craftsman 1800 PSI High Pressure Washer 580.768000 Briggs & Stratton 3.75HP Sprint, Model 98902-2228-E2

393

617

REF, PART REE PART REF, PART

NO,, NO,, DESCRIPTION NO,. NO, DESCRIPTION NO,. NO., DESCRIPTION

96 224412 Valve-Throttle

125 498809 Carburetor

Note

494775 Carburetor

(Used Before Code Date 96052000),

131 281047 Shaft-Throttle 163 ,271139 Gasket-Air Cleaner

190 93440 Screw-Phi!tips 390 262764 Spring-Choke

Diaphragm

393 262734 Screen-Carburetor 394 495770 Diaphragm-

Carburetor

529 67838 Grommet

612 496046 Tube-Pickup

617 270344 Seat-intake Manifold

634 280566 Washer-Foam 913 494409 Seat-Check Valve

973 281661 Ring-Trim

(Primer Bulb).

976 494408 Prime{-Carburetor

. Included in Gasket Set-Part No 298989,,

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames.

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