Craftsman 919.769063 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
5.5 Horsepower
2400 PSI
2.2 GPM
PRESSURE WASHER
• Safety Guidelines
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
• Repair Parts
• Espaoñol
Model No.
919.769063
CAUTION: Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions Carefully Before
Operating.
A04549 Rev. 1 8/27/04
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
SPECIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
SAFETY GUIDELINES- DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
BOX CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-13
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-16
STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-20
REPAIR PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-36
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
WARRANTY
FULL 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 owner’s
manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship.
If your Craftsman Pressure Washer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this
warranty applies only for 90 days from the date of purchase.
FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ENGINE
For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman engine is maintained
and operated according to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair,
free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship.
If your Craftsman engine is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies only for 90 days from the date of purchase. 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, are not
covered under warranty.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE HIGH PRESSURE
WASHER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER THROUGHOUT 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., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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SPECIFICATION CHART
Model No. 919.769063
Pressure Washer
Pressure 2400 PSI
Flow Rate 2.2 GPM
Cleaning Units (PSI x GPM) 5280
Engine
RPM 3600
Rated Horsepower 5.5
Spark Plug Gap .030" (0.76mm)
Gasoline Capacity .29 gallons (1.1 liters)
Oil .58 quarts ( .55 liters) capacity SAE 30 weight
indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,may
result in minor or moderate injury.
used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections.
SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
This product may not be equipped with a spark arresting
muffler. If the product is not equipped and will be used
around flammable materials, or on land covered with materials such as
agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of
California. It is a violation of California statutes section 130050 and/or sections 4442 and 4443 of the California Public Resources Code, unless the
engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in section 4442, and
maintained in effective working order. Spark arresters are also required on
some U.S. Forest Service land and may also be legally required under other
statutes and ordinances.
Engine exhaust contains chemicals known, in certain
quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not operate this unit until you have read and understand this
Operators Manual and the Engine Owners Manual for Safety,
Operation, and Maintenance Instructions.
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Spilled gasoline and it’s vapors can become ignited from cigarette sparks,
electrical arcing, exhaust gases, and hot
engine components such as the muffler.
• Shut off engine and allow it to cool before
adding fuel to the tank.
• Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling fuel.
Move pressure washer away from fueling area
before starting engine.
• Heat will expand fuel in the tank which
could result in spillage and possible fire
explosion.
• Keep maximum fuel level ½" below top of
tank to allow for expansion.
• Operating the pressure washer in an explosive environment could result in a fire.
• Operate and fuel equipment in well ventilated
areas free from obstructions. Equip areas with
fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline fires.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Materials placed against or near the pressure washer can interfere with its proper
ventilation features causing overheating
and possible ignition of the materials.
• Never operate pressure washer in an area
containing dry brush or weeds.
• Muffler exhaust heat can damage painted
surfaces, melt any material sensitive to
heat (such as siding, plastic, rubber, or
vinyl), and damage live plants.
• Always keep pressure washer a minimum of
four feet away from surfaces (such as houses,
automobiles, or live plants) that could be damaged from muffler exhaust heat.
• Improperly stored fuel could lead to accidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured
could get into the hands of children or
other unqualified persons.
• Store fuel in an OSHA approved container, in
a secure location away from work area.
• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemicals,
poisons, insecticides, or any kind of flammable solvent with this product could result in serious injury or death.
• Do not spray flammable liquids.
• Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious
injury or death! Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly
gas.
• Operate pressure washer in a well ventilated
area. Avoid enclosed areas such as garages,
basements, etc.
• Never operate unit in a location occupied by
humans or animals.
• Some cleaning fluids contain substances
which could cause injury to skin, eyes, or
lungs.
• Use only cleaning fluids specifically recommended for high pressure washers. Follow
manufacturers recommendations. Do not
use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive
compound.
RISK TO BREATHING
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
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• Your washer operates at fluid pressures
and velocities high enough to penetrate
human and animal flesh, which could
result in amputation or other serious injury.
Leaks caused by loose fittings or worn or
damaged hoses can result in injection
injuries. DO NOT TREAT FLUID
INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a
physician immediately!
• Never place hands in front of nozzle.
• Direct spray away from self and others.
• Make sure hose and fittings are tightened
and in good condition. Never hold onto the
hose or fittings during operation.
• Do not allow hose to contact muffler.
• Never attach or remove wand or hose
fittings while system is pressurized.
RISK TO FLUID
INJECTION
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Injuries can result if system pressure is not
reduced before attempting maintenance or
disassembly.
• To relieve system pressure, shut off engine,
turn off water supply, and pull gun trigger
until water stops flowing.
• Use only hoses and accessories rated for
pressure higher than your pressure
washer's PSI.
• Contact with hot surfaces, such as
engines exhaust components, could
result in serious burn.
• During operation, touch only the control
surfaces of the pressure washer. Keep
children away from the pressure washer at all
times. They may not be able to recognize the
hazards of this product.
• Spray directed at electrical outlets or
switches, or objects connected to an
electrical circuit, could result in a fatal
electrical shock.
• Unplug any electrically operated product
before attempting to clean it. Direct spray
away from electric outlets and switches.
RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
RISK OF HOT
SURFACES
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Do not use acids, gasoline, kerosene, or
any other flammable materials in this
product. Use only household detergents,
cleaners and degreasers recommended for
use in pressure washers.
• Wear protective clothing to protect eyes
and skin from contact with sprayed
materials.
• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemicals,
poisons, insecticides, or any kind of flammable solvent with this product could result in serious injury or death.
RISK OF
CHEMICAL
BURN
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
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• Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing hazard, serious
injury or death can result. Fuel or oil leaks
will damage carpet, paint or other
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
• If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel
shut-off valve, turn the valve to the off
position before transporting to avoid fuel
leaks. If pressure washer is not equipped
with a fuel shut-off valve, drain the fuel from
tank before transporting. Only transport fuel
in an OSHA approved container. Always
place pressure washer on a protective mat
when transporting to protect against damage to vehicle from leaks. Remove pressure
washer from vehicle immediately upon arrival
at your destination.
RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
WHEN TRANSPORTING OR STORING
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Reactive force of spray will cause
gun/wand to kickback, and could cause
the operator to slip or fall, or misdirect the
spray. Improper control of gun/wand can
result in injuries to self and others.
• Do not overreach or stand on an unstable
support.
• Do not use pressure washer while standing
on a ladder.
• Grip gun/wand firmly with both hands.
Expect the gun to kickback when triggered.
• If proper starting procedure is not
followed, engine can kickback causing
serious hand and arm injury.
• If engine does not start after two pulls,
squeeze trigger of gun to relieve pump
pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly
to avoid kickback and prevent hand or
arm injury.
• The spray gun/wand is a powerful cleaning tool that could look like a toy to a
child.
• Keep children away from the pressure
washer at all times.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Unsafe operation of your pressure washer
could lead to serious injury or death to
you or others.
• Do not use chlorine bleach or any other
corrosive compound.
• Become familiar with the operation and controls of the pressure washer.
• Keep operating area clear of all persons,
pets, and obstacles.
• Do not operate the product when fatigued
or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Stay alert at all times.
• Never defeat the safety features of this
product.
• Do not operate machine with missing,
broken, or unauthorized parts.
• Never leave wand unattended while unit is
running.
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BOX CONTENTS
Handle Part No. D22316
with Screws Part No. D22901
Bagged Parts
Nozzle Cleaning
Kit
English/
Spanish
Operator’s
Manual
Engine Frame and
Wheel Assembly
High Pressure
Hose
Part No. D28094
Chemical Hose
Part No. H140
Spray Gun
Part No. 17780
Multi-Adjustable Spray Wand
Part No. A06122
Accessories Panel Part No. D21865
Knobs
Part No.
16471
Saddle
Bolts Part
No. D23196
Allen Wrench Part No. 16797
Cleaning Tool Part No. NCT001
The powerful spray from your pressure washer is capable of causing
damage to surfaces such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto
striping and trim, and delicate objects such as flowers and shrubs. Before spraying,
check the item to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong enough to resist damage
from the force of the spray. Avoid the use of the concentrated spray stream except for
very strong surfaces like concrete and steel.
Operating without flow of water will result in equipment damage. Operating the pressure
washer with water supply shutoff will void your warranty. You should never run this pressure washer for more than 2 minutes without pulling the trigger to allow cool water to
enter the pump and the heated (recirculated) water to exit.
RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• High velocity fluid spray can cause
objects to break, propelling particles at
high speed.
• Light or unsecured objects can become
hazardous projectiles.
• Always wear ANSI approved Z87 safety
glasses.Wear protective clothing to protect
against accidental spraying.
• Never point wand at, or spray people or
animals.
• Always secure trigger lock when wand is not
in service to prevent accidental operation.
• Never permanently secure trigger in pull
back (open) position.
Engine Oil
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5. To Assemble Accessories Panel
a. Remove top screws on
handle assembly.
b. Loosen bottom screws on
handle assembly.
c. Place grooves in accessories
panel assembly onto screws
and slide panel assembly into
place.
d. Place screws (removed
earlier) into the top holes and
secure accessories panel
assembly to handles. Do not
overtighten.
2. Connect wand to gun. Tighten
securely.
3. Attach high pressure hose to gun.
Tighten securely.
ASSEMBLY
1. Place handle assembly onto frame
and connect handle to frame.
NOTE: Knobs are assembled to
inside of frame.
Loosen
Remove
Screws
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OPERATION
High
Pressure
Pump
Engine
High
Pressure
Hose
Spray
Gun
MultiAdjustable
Spray Wand
Chemical
Hose
Hand
Grip
Air Filter
Fuel Valve
Lever
Choke
Control
Throttle
Control
Chemical Hose: Feeds cleaning
agents into the pump to mix with the
pressurized water. See How To Apply
Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents in
Operation section of this manual.
ENGINE
Choke Control: Opens and closes
carburetor choke valve
Throttle Control Lever: Controls
engine speed.
Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip
operates recoil starter to crank engine.
Fuel Valve Lever: Opens and closes
connection between fuel tank and
carburetor.
PRESSURE WASHER
High Pressure Pump (located inside
the shroud): Increases the pressure of
the water supply.
Engine: Drives the high pressure
pump.
High Pressure Hose: Carries the
pressurized water from the pump to
the gun and spray wand.
Spray Gun: Connects with spray wand
to control water flow rate, direction,
and pressure.
Multi-Adjustable Spray Wand: Allows
the user to use high or low pressure
and adjusts from a pencil stream (0°)
to a wide angle fan spray (40°). See
How To Use Wand instructions in this
section.
READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with
the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future
reference.
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TO ADJUST PRESSURE
The pressure setting is preset at the
factory to achieve optimum pressure
and cleaning. If you need to lower the
pressure, it can be accomplished by
these methods.
1. Back away from the surface to
be cleaned. The further away you
are, the less the pressure will be
on the surface to be cleaned.
HOW TO USE
IMPORTANT: Read and understand
how to use the pressure washer
before operating.
PRESSURE WASHER
TERMINOLOGY
PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The unit
of measure for water pressure. Also
used for air pressure, hydraulic
pressure, etc.
GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of
measure for the flow rate of water.
CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by
PSI. GPM x PSI = CU
Bypass Mode: Allows water to
re-circulate within pump when the gun
trigger is not pulled.
Allowing the unit to
run for more than
two minutes without the gun trigger
pulled could cause overheating and
damage to the pump.
Chemical Injection System: Mixes
cleaners or cleaning solvents with the
water to improve cleaning
effectiveness.
Water Supply: All pressure washers
must have a source of water. The
minimum requirements for a water
supply are 20 PSI and 5 gallons per
minute.
HOW TO USE SPRAY WAND
Your pressure washer is equipped with
a multi-adjustable spray wand with
both high and low pressure settings.
The high pressure setting is for
cleaning and rinsing, the low pressure
setting is for applying chemicals or
cleaning solutions to surfaces.
When using the high
pressure setting, DO
NOT allow the jet-like spray to come
in contact with unprotected skin,
eyes, or with any pets or animals.
Serious injury can occur.
Risk of injection or
injury to person. DO
NOT direct discharge stream toward
persons.
For high pressure operation, pull back
the nozzle of the multi-adjustable
spray wand as shown.
The nozzle at the end of the multiadjustable spray wand can be rotated
to change the high pressure spray
pattern from a 0º pencil stream to a
40º fan spray, as shown. Markings
have been placed on the nozzle to
help you select the spray pattern.
high
pressure
40º fan spray
0º pencil stream
2. Rotate the nozzle at the end of
the multi-adjustable spray wand
to widen the fan spray. The
wider fan spray will minimize the
pressure on the surface to be
cleaned.
DO NOT attempt to
increase pump
pressure. A higher pressure setting
than the factory set pressure may
damage pump.
For low pressure operation, extend the
nozzle of the multi-adjustable spray
wand as shown.
The powerful spray
from your pressure
washer is capable of causing damage
to surfaces such as wood, glass,
automobile paint, auto striping and
trim, and delicate objects such as
flowers and shrubs. Before spraying,
check the item to be cleaned to
assure yourself that it is strong
enough to resist damage from the
force of the spray.
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HOW TO APPLY CHEMICALS
AND CLEANING SOLVENTS
Applying chemicals or cleaning
solvents is a low pressure operation.
NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals
designed for pressure washer use. Do
not use bleach.
To Apply chemicals:
1. Press chemical hose onto barbed
fitting located near high pressure
hose connection of pump as
shown.
2. Place other end of chemical hose
with filter on it into container holding
chemical/cleaning solution. NOTE:
The chemical/water ratio is 7:1, for
every 7 gallons of water pumped 1
gallon of chemical/cleaning solution
will be used.
3. Install low pressure (black)
nozzle into quick connect fitting of
spray wand, see How To Use Spray
Wand paragraph in this section.
4. After use of chemicals, place
chemical hose into container of
clean water and draw clean water
through chemical injection system
to rinse system thoroughly. If
chemicals remain in the pump it
could be damaged. Pumps
damaged due to chemicals will not
be covered under warranty.
NOTE: Chemicals and soaps will not
siphon when spray wand is in the high
pressure setting.
Barb fitting
TO SHUT DOWN
IMPORTANT: Read and understand
how to shut down the pressure
washer before operating.
1. If you have applied chemicals,
place chemical hose into container
of clean water and draw clean
water through chemical injection
system to rinse system thoroughly.
NOTE: Failure to do so could
cause damage to the pump.
2. Turn engine off by placing the
throttle control in the OFF
position.
NOTE: NEVER turn the water off
with the engine running.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF
position if engine will not be
restarted soon.
4. Turn water source off.
5. Pull trigger on spray gun to relieve
any water pressure in hose or
spray gun.
6. See Storage section in this
manual for proper storage
procedures.
low
pressure
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3. Verify the filter screen is in water
inlet of pump. NOTE: Cone side
faces out.
4. Connect high pressure hose to
pump outlet.
5. Connect water source to pump
inlet.
NOTE: Water source must provide a
minimum of 5 gallons per minute at
20 p.s.i.
6. If you are applying a chemical or
cleaning solution, See How To
Siphon Chemicals/Cleaning
Solvents in Operation section of
this manual.
7. Turn water source on.
NOTE: Failure to do so could cause
damage to the pump.
Water
Source
High
Pressure
Hose
Filter Screen
BEFORE STARTING
Read and understand all Important
Safety Instructions in the front of
this manual and the following
Cautions and Warnings before
starting the pressure washer.
• Never fill fuel tank completely.
Fill tank to 1/2" below bottom of
filler neck to provide space for
fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel
spillage from engine and
equipment before starting
engine.
• Never fill fuel tank indoors.
Never fill fuel tank when engine
is running or hot. Do not smoke
when filling fuel tank.
• Never run engine indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ventilated
areas. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly gas.
• Never turn water supply off
while pressure washer engine is
running or damage to pump will
result.
• DO NOT use hot water, use cold
water only.
• DO NOT stop spraying water for
more than two minutes at a
time.
1. In a well ventilated outdoor area
add fresh, high quality, unleaded
gasoline with a pump octane
rating of 86 or higher. Do not
overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before
starting the engine. Refer to
Engine Owners Manual for correct
procedure.
2. Remove filler cap/dipstick and
add engine oil (supplied) to
engine. NOTE: There will be a
slight amount of oil in the engine
from factory testing. Always check
oil level before each start-up.
Filler cap/dipstick
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