Snapper 580752661 Owner’s Manual
Operator'sManual
3100 PSI MAX
2.5 GPMMAX
PRESSUREWASHER
ModelNo. 580.752661
®
• Safety
HOURS: IVlon.- Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT)
• Assembly
• Operation
WARNING
Beforeusing this product, readthis
manualand follow all Safety Rules
and OperatingInstructions.
This pressure washer is rated in accordance to the Pressure Washer Manufacturers Association
(PWMA) standard PW101 (Testing and Rating Performance of Pressure Washers).
Esta iimpiadora a presi6n est_ ciasificada conforme a la norma PW101 (comprobaci6n y ciasificaci6n de rendimiento de limpiadoras
a presi6n) de la Asociaci6n defabricantes de bombas a presi6n (Pressure Washer Manufacturers Association, PWMA).
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
visit ourwebsite:www.sears.com
Part No. 209813GS Draft - (03/31/2009)
Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este
manualy siga todas las Reglasde
Seguridad e Instrucciones de Uso.
ADVERTENCIA
• Maintenance
• Parts
• Espafiol,p. 32
WARRANTY.......................................... 2
REPAIRPROTECTIONAGREEMENT........................ 2
SAFETYRULES...................................... 3-5
FEATURESANDCONTROLS.............................. 6
ASSEMBLY........................................ 7-10
OPERATION....................................... 11-14
SPECIFICATIONS..................................... 15
MAINTENANCE.................................... 16-20
STORAGE........................................... 21
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................. 22
REPLACEMENTPARTS.............................. 23-27
EMISSIONCONTROLWARRANTY..................... 28-29
NOTES........................................... 30-31
ESPAKIOL......................................... 32-55
HOWTOORDERPARTS........................ BACKPAGE
SNAPPERFULLWARRANTY
If this Snapperproduct fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase, return it
to anySears store or Sears Parts & RepairService Centerinthe UnitedStates for free repair (or replacementif repairproves
impossible).
This warranty appliesfor only 90 daysfrom the dateof purchase if this product is ever usedfor commercial or rental
purposes.
Thiswarranty coversONLYdefectsin material andworkmanship.Searswill NOTpayfor:
• Expendableitems that canwear out from normal usewithin the warranty period, such as spray guns, hoses, nozzle
extensions, nozzles,filters and spark plugs.
• Repairsnecessarybecauseof accident, or failure to operateor maintain the product according to all supplied instructions.
• Preventivemaintenance,or repairs necessarydue to improper fuel mixture, contaminated or stalefuel.
This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may also haveother rights which vary from stateto state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Congratulations on making a smart purchase.
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years of dependableoperation. But like all products, it may
require repairfrom time to time. That's when having a Repair
Protection Agreement cansave you money and aggravation.
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• Unlimited serviceand no chargefor parts and labor on
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• Product replacement up to $1500 if your covered
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• Discountof 10% from regular priceof serviceand related
installed parts not covered by the agreement; also,10%
off regular price of preventivemaintenance check
• Fasthelp by phone-we call it Rapid Resolution- phone
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You cancall anytime day or night, or schedule a service
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© 2009
Readthismanual carefullyand becomefamiliar
with your pressurewasher. Knowits applications,
its limitations, and anyhazardsinvolved.
Important Safety Information
Safety Symbolsand Meanings
_i, WARNING The engineexhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the Stateof Californiato
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductiveharm.
_i, WARNING This product contains lead and lead
compounds, known to the State of Californiato cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Washyour
handsafter handling this product.
ToxicFumes Kickback
ElectricalShock
2 %
SlipperySurface Fall
Fire
MovingParts
,A The safetyalert symbol indicatesa potential personal
injury hazard.A signal word (DANGER,WARNING,or
CAUTION)is usedwith the alertsymbol to designatea degree
or levelof hazardseriousness.A safety symbol may be used
to representthe type of hazard.The signal word NOTICEis
usedto address practicesnot relatedto personalinjury.
_i, DANGERindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, will
result in death or seriousinjury.
_i, WARNINGindicates a hazard which, if not avoided,could
result in death or seriousinjury.
_i, CAUTIONindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
flOTICEaddresspractices not relatedto personal injury.
Explosion Operator'sManual
FlyingObjects Hot Surface
FluidInjection
_i, WARNING Runningengine gives off carbon
/_j/_,__ monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
-_ Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
Ill
fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea,fainting or death.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled
or ingested, causing severe nausea,fainting, or
poisoning.
• OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.
• Keepexhaustgasfromenteringa confinedareathrough
windows,doors,ventilationintakes,orotheropenings.
• DONOTstartor runengineindoorsorin anenclosedarea,
evenif windowsanddoorsareopen.
• Usearespiratoror maskwheneverthereis a chancethat
vaporsmaybeinhaled.
• Readall instructionswith masksoyou arecertainthemaskwill
providethenecessaryprotectionagainstinhalingharmful
vapors.
headache,
_k WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction)can
result in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull hand and
,_arm toward enginefaster than you can let go.
Broken bones,fractures, bruises, or sprains
could result.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spraygun
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, pressred button andsqueeze
spray gun trigger to releasehigh pressure.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
A, WARNING Riskof electrocution.
"_,dh Contactwith power source can causeelectric
shock or burn.
• NEVERspraynearpowersource.
_k WARNING The high pressure stream of water that
and its underlying tissues, leading to serious
this equipment produces can cut through skin
injury and possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause
injury.
• DONOTallow CHILDRENto operate pressure washer.
• NEVERrepair high pressure hose. Replaceit.
• NEVERrepair leaking connections with sealantof any kind.
Replaceo-ring or seal.
• NEVERconnect high pressure hoseto nozzleextension.
• Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun
while system is pressurized.
• ALWAYS pointspray gun in safedirection, press red button
andsqueezespray guntrigger to releasehigh pressure, every
time you stop engine.
• NEVERaim spray gun at people,animals, or plants.
• DO NOTsecure spraygun in open position.
• DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.
• NEVERuse a spray gun which does not havea trigger lockor
trigger guard in placeand in working order.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesandaccessoriesare
correctly attached.
_k WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns
or death.
WHENADDING OR DRAININGFUEL
• Turn pressurewasher OFFand let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosencapslowly to relievepressure
in tank.
• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
• DONOToverfilltank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.
• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbeforestarting engine.
• Keepfuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,and
other ignition sources.
• DONOTlight a cigaretteor smoke.
WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT
• Ensurespark plug, muffler,fuel cap,and air cleanerare in place.
• DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.
WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT
• DONOTtip engine or equipmentat anglewhich causes fuel to
spill.
• DONOTspray flammable liquids.
WHENTRANSPORTINGOR REPAIRINGEQUIPMENT
• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve
OFF.
• Disconnectspark plug wire.
WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELIN TANK
• Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves, water heaters,clothes
dryers, or other appliancesthat have pilot light or other ignition
source becausethey can ignitefuel vapors.
_k WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in
serious burns.
_ _ Exhaust heat/gases can ignite
fuel tank causing a fire.
• DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOIDhot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.
• Keepat least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of
pressure washer including overhead.
• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code,Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined inSection
4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or
federaljurisdictions may have similar laws.
Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer
to obtain a spark arrester designedfor the exhaust system
installed on this engine.
• Replacement parts must bethe sameand installed in the same
position as the original parts.
combustibles, structures or damage
_i, WARNING Use of pressure washer can create
,_ Kickback from spray gun can cause you
• Operatepressurewasher from a stable surface.
• Thecleaning areashould haveadequateslopes and drainageto
reducethe possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces.
• Beextremely careful if you must usethe pressurewasherfrom
a ladder, scaffolding, or any other similar location.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands whenusing high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
_i, WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPAIRSTO YOURPRESSURE
WASHER
• Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• DONOTcheckfor spark with spark plug removed.
_i, WARNING Starter and other rotating parts can
entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
• NEVERoperatepressure washer without protective housing or
covers.
• DO NOTwear looseclothing, jewelry or anything that may be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
puddles and slippery surfaces.
to fall.
_¢ electric shock.
A WARNING Risk of eyeinjury.
Spray cansplash back or propel objects.
• Always wear indirect vented (chemical splash) safety goggles
markedto comply with ANSIZ87.1 when using or in vicinity of
this equipment.
• NEVERsubstitute safety glasses or dry-condition goggles for
indirect vented safety goggles.
NOTICE High pressure spray may damagefragile items
including glass.
• DONOTpointspraygunatglasswhenusingMAX(0°) nozzle.
• NEVERaimspraygunat plants.
NOTICE Improper treatment of pressure washer can
damage it and shorten its life.
• If you have questions about intended use,ask dealer or contact
Sears.
• NEVERoperate units with broken or missing parts, or without
protective housing or covers.
• DO NOTby-pass any safety device on this machine.
• DONOTtamper with governed speed.
• DONOToperate pressure washer above rated pressure.
• DONOTmodify pressure washer in any way.
• Beforestarting pressure washer in cold weather, check all parts
of the equipmentto besure ice has not formed there.
• NEVERmove machine by pulling on hoses. Use handle provided
on unit.
• Checkfuel system for leaksor signs of deterioration, such as
chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps, or damaged
tank orcap. Correct all defects before operating pressure washer.
• This equipmentis designedto be used with Searsauthorized parts
ONLY.If equipmentis used with parts that DONOTcomply with
minimum specifications, userassumesall risks and liabilities.
KNOWYOURPRESSUREWASHER
Readthe Operator'sManual andsafetyrules before operatingyourpressure washer.
Comparethe illustrations with your pressurewasher to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference.
A- Spray Gun-- Controls the application of water onto
cleaning surfacewith trigger device. Includestrigger lock.
B- HighPressureHose-- Connect one end to water pump
and the other end to spray gun.
C- CleaningTank - Useto hold upto two gallons (7.6 I) of
pressurewasher safe detergent.
D - ChokeLever-- Preparesa cold engine for starting.
E - Air Filter -- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris
out of intakeair.
F - Recoil Starter-- Usedfor starting the enginemanually.
G - StandardDetergentSiphoningTube/Filter-- Useto
siphon pressure washer safedetergents into the low
pressure stream.
H - PrecisionSprayTM Selector -- Containssix different
setting for various applications.
J - Throttle Lever -- Sets engine in starting modefor recoil
starter and stops a running engine.
K- Water Inlet -- Connectionfor garden hose.
L- Oil Drain-- Drainengine oil here.
M - High PressureOutlet-- Connectionfor high pressure
hose.
H- AutomaticCool DownSystem-- Cycleswater through
pump when water reaches125°-155°F. Warm water will
discharge from pump onto ground. This system prevents
internal pump damage.
P - Pump -- Developshigh pressure.
R- FuelTank -- Filltank with regular unleadedfuel. Always
leaveroom for fuel expansion.
ItemsNot Shown:
IdentificationLabel (near rear of baseplate) -- Provides
model and serial number of pressurewasher. Pleasehave
these readilyavailableif calling for assistance.
Oil Fill -- Checkand add engine oil here.
Warning/OperatingInstructionsTag-- Identifies hazards
and proper procedure to start/stop pressurewasher.
Your pressurewasher requires some assembly and is ready
for useonly after it has been properly serviced with the
recommendedoil and fuel.
If you haveanyproblems with theassemblyof your
pressurewasher, please call the pressurewasher helpline
at 1-800-317-7833.
UNPACKPRESSUREWASHER
1. Removeeverything from carton except pressurewasher.
2. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from top
to bottom.
3. Removepressure washer from carton.
Attach Handle and Cleaning Tank
1. Placehandle(A) onto handle supports (B) connectedto
main unit. Make sure holes (6) in handlealign with holes
(6) on handlesupports.
CARTONCONTENTS
Checkall contents. If anyparts are missing or damaged,call
the pressure washer helplineat 1-800-317-7833
• Main Unit
• Handle
• CleaningTank
• High PressureHose
• Spray Gun
• PrecisionSprayTMSelector
• Spray GunWireform
• DetergentSiphon Hose
• Oil Bottle
• Parts Bag(which includes the following):
• Operator's Manual
• Owner's Registration Card
• HandleFasteningHardwareKit (whichincludes):
• CarriageBolts (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,call the
pressure washer helpline at1-800-317-7833
NOTICE It may be necessaryto move the handlesupports
from side to side in order to align the handleso it will slide
overthe handlesupports.
2. Placecleaning tank over holeson handle and handle
supports (viewing from rear of unit).
3. Insert carriage bolts (D) through top holesof the handle,
handlesupports andcleaningtank from front of unit and
attacha plastic knob (E) from rear of unit. Tighten by
hand.
.
Pushtree clips (F) into bottom holes (G) of cleaning
tank (H) and holes on handle supports until they sit flat
against cleaning tank
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ASSEMBLINGPRESSUREWASHER
Your Snapperpressure washer will needassembly before
operation:
1. Fill out and sendin registration card.
2. Attach handle and cleaningtank.
3. Connectdetergent siphon hose to pump.
4. Addoil to engine crankcase.
5. Addfuel to fuel tank.
6. Connectpressure hose to spray gunand pump.
7. Connectwater supply to pump.
8 Attach PrecisionSprayTMselector to spraygun
5. Insert "L" bolt (J) through hole on left side of handle
(viewing from front of unit). Hold bolt in placeand attach
a plastic knob (K) from insideof unit. Tighten by hand.
,
Insert spray gun holder wireform (A) through holejust
abovecleaningtank on right side of handle (viewing
from front of unit). Holdwireform in placeand attach a
plastic knob (B)from inside of unit. Tighten by hand.
Attach Detergent Siphon Hose to Pump
The pressurewasher is equippedwith two detergent
siphoning hoses.One is attached to the cleaning tank and
one is loosefor siphoning pressure washer safe detergents
from a bottle or container.
Attach one of the detergentsiphon hoses(6) to the barbed
hosefitting (D) on the pump.
NOTICE Onlyone detergentsiphoning hose can be usedat
a time. Whencleaningtank is not used, make sure detergent
shut-off valve on cleaning tank is in the "Off" position.
Add Engine Oil
1.
Placepressure washer on a flat, level surface.
2.
Cleanarea around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill cap.
,
Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottle into oil fill opening (E)to the point of
overflowing.
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Add Fuel
Fuelmustmeet theserequirements:
• Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON).High altitude
use, see High Altitude.
• Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15%
MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
NOTICE Avoid pressurewasher damage.
Failureto follow Operator's Manualfor fuel
recommendationsvoids warranty.
• DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.
• DONOTmixoil in gasoline.
• DONOTmodifyengineto runonalternatefuels.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in afuel
stabilizerwhen adding fuel. See Storage.All fuel is not the
same.If you experiencestarting or performance problems
after using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change
brands. This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. The
emission control system for this engine is EM(Engine
Modifications).
_i, WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns
or death.
WHENADDING FUEL
• Turn pressurewasher OFFand let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosencapslowly to relievepressure
in tank.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors.
• DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.
• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.
• Keepfuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,and
other ignition sources.
• DONOTlight a cigaretteor smoke.
Cleanareaaround fuel fill cap, removecap.
2. Slowlyadd regular unleadedfuel (F) to fuel tank (G). Be
careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" (4 cm) (H) of
tank spacefor fuel expansion.
NOTICE Improper treatment of pressure washer can
damage it and shorten its life.
• DO NOTattempt to crank or start the engine before it has been
properly servicedwith the recommended oil. This may result in an
enginefailure.
4. Replaceoil fill cap and fully tighten.
3. Install fuel cap and wait for any spilledfuel to evaporate.
CAUTION!Alcohol-blendedfuels (called gasohol, ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture,which leads to separation and
formation of acidsduring storage.Acidic gascan damagethe
fuel system of an enginewhile in storage.
Toavoidengineproblems, the fuel systemshouldbe treated
with afuel preserver or emptied beforestorageof 30 daysor
longer.If adding afuel preserver,fill the fueltank with fresh
fuel. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel
deterioration during storage. If fuel preserver is not used,
drain the fuel tank,startthe engineandlet it run untilthe fuel
linesand carburetorareempty. Usefresh fuel nextseason.See
Storagefor additionalinformation.
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
increased emissions. Seea qualified Sears dealerfor high
altitude adjustmentinformation. Operation of the engineat
altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude
kit is not recommended.
FreshStart® FuelCap
TheFreshStart® fuel cap(A) is designedto hold a
cartridge (B) which contains fuel preserver.Adding fuel
preserver helps keepfuel fresh and carburetors clean for
easierstarting all seasonlong. The FreshStart® fuel cap, if
equipped with a cartridge, automatically drips concentrated
fuel preserver into your fuel tank so you don't have to add it
_ourself.
Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump
NOTICE DONOTrun the pump without the water supply
connectedand turned on.
• Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty.
NOTICE Remove and discard the shipping caps from the
pump's high pressure outlet and water inlet beforeattaching
hoses.
1. Uncoil high pressure hoseand attachone end of hoseto
baseof spray gun. Tighten by hand.
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_ILWABNINGThe high pressure stream of waterthat
and its underlyingtissues, leading to serious
this equipment produces can cut through skin
injuryand possible amputation.
• NEVERconnecthigh pressurehoseto nozzleextension.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemispressurized.
• Alwaysbecertainspraygun,nozzlesandaccessoriesare
correctlyattached.
2. Attach other end of high pressure hoseto high pressure
outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.
NOTICE FreshStart® fuel preserver cartridge is availableas
an optional accessory, retail item 7133386. It is not included
with the pressurewasher. Contact the original equipment
manufacturer, retailer,or dealerto obtain a cartridge
designedfor the FreshStart® fuel cap installed on this
engine.
Readand follow allinstructions andwarnings given in the
FreshStart® fuel preservercartridge package.
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Beforeconnectinggarden hoseto water inlet, inspect
inlet screen.Cleanscreen (A) if it contains debris or have
it replacedif damaged.DONOTrun pressure washer if
inlet screenis damagedor missing.
4. Run water through garden hose for 30 seconds to flush
it of debris. Turn off water.
NOTICE DONOTsiphon standingwater for the water
supply. UseONLYcold water (less than 100°F).
5. Connectgarden hose (not to exceed50 feet in length) to
water inlet.Tighten by hand.
NOTICE Using a One Way Valve(vacuum breakeror check
valve) at pump inlet can causepump or inlet connector
damage.
• ThereMUSTbeatleasttenfeetof unrestrictedgardenhose
betweenthe pressurewasherinletandanydevice,suchasa
vacuumbreakeror checkvalve.
• Damageto equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
_i, WARNING Risk of eyeinjury.
Spray cansplash back or propel objects.
• Always wear indirect vented (chemical splash) safety goggles
markedto comply with ANSIZ87.1 when using or in vicinity of
this equipment.
NEVERsubstitute safetyglasses or dry-condition goggles for
indirect vented safety goggles.
6.
Turn ON the water, press red button (B) on the gun and
squeeze the trigger to purge the pump system of air and
impurities.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Reviewthe unit to ensureyou haveperformed all of the
following:
1. Besure to read SafetyRules and Operationsections
before using the pressure washer.
2. Makesure handleis in placeand secure.
3. Checkthat oil has beenadded to proper level in engine
crankcase.
4. Add proper fuel to fuel tank.
5. Checkfor proper hose connections (high pressure and
water supply) andthat there are no kinks, cuts, or
damageto the high pressure hose.
6. Provide proper water supply (not to exceed100°F).
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HOWTOUSEYOURPRESSUREWASHER
If you haveany problems operating your pressure washer,
pleasecallthe pressure washer helpline at 1-800-317-7833.
Pressure Washer Location
PressureWasherClearance
_i, WARNING Exhaustheat/gases can ignite
combustibles, structures or damagefuel tank
causing a fire.
• Keepat least5 ft. (152 cm) clearanceon all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.
Placepressure washer outdoors in an area that will not
accumulate deadly exhaustgas. DONOTplacepressure
washer where exhaustgas (A) could accumulate and enter
inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building.
Ensureexhaustgas is kept awayfrom anywindows, doors,
ventilation intakes, or other openings that can allow exhaust
gasto collect in aconfined area. Prevailingwinds and air
currents should betaken into consideration when positioning
_ressurewasher.
_i, WARNING Runningenginegives off carbon
monoxide,an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas.
_ Breathing carbon monoxide headache,
fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea,fainting or death.
• OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.
• Keepexhaustgasfromenteringa confinedareathrough
windows,doors,ventilationintakes,orotheropenings.
• DONOTstartor runengineindoorsorin anenclosedarea,
evenifwindowsanddoorsareopen.
cancause
To Start Your Pressure Washer
To start your engine-powered pressurewasher for the first
time, follow these instructions step-by-step. This information
alsoapplies wheneveryou start the engine after you havelet
the pressure washer sit idle for at leasta day.
1. Placepressurewasher near an outside water source
capableof supplying waterat aflow rate greaterthan
3.5 gallons per minute and no less than 20 PSI at
pressurewasher end of garden hose.
2. Checkthat high pressure hose is tightly connectedto
spray gun and pump. SeeAssemblyfor illustrations.
3. Makesure unit is in alevelposition.
4. Connectgarden hoseto water inlet on pressurewasher
pump.
NOTICE DONOTrun the pump without the watersupply
connectedand turned on.
• Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailureto followthis
instructionwill voidwarranty.
5. Turn ONthe water, press red button on the gun and
squeezethe trigger to purge the pump system of air and
impurities.
6. Attach PrecisionSprayTM Selector to spray gun according
to PrecisionSprayTM Selectorinstruction sheet.
7. Movethrottle lever (B) to "Fast" position, shown here as
a rabbit.
8. Movechoke lever (C)to "Choke" position.
NOTICE For a warm engine, besure the choke lever is in the
"Run" position.
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NOTICE Beforestarting the pressure washer, be sure you
are wearing safety goggles asdescribed below.
_i, WARNING Riskof eyeinjury.
Spraycan splash backor propel objects.
• Always wear indirect vented (chemical splash) safety goggles
markedto comply with ANSIZ87.1 when using or in vicinity of
this equipment.
• NEVERsubstitute safety glasses or dry-condition goggles for
indirect vented safety goggles.
9. Whenstarting engine, position yourself as
recommended, grasp handle and pull recoil starter
lightly until you feelsome resistance, then pull briskly.
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11. When enginestarts, slowly move choke leverto "Run"
position, as engine warms. If engine falters, move choke
leverto "Choke" position, then to "Run" position.
12. After eachstarting attempt, where engine fails to run,
alwayspoint gun in safe direction, press red button and
squeezespray gun trigger to releasehigh pressure.
Move choke lever to "Choke" position, and repeatsteps
9 through 11.
13. If enginefails to start aftersix pulls, move choke leverto
"Run" position, and repeatsteps 9 through 11.
NOTICE Always keepthe throttle lever in the "Fast" position
when operating the pressurewasher.
_i, WARNING The high pressure stream of water that
this equipment produces can cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, leading to serious
injury and possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause
injury.
• DONOTallow CHILDRENto operatepressure washer.
• Keephigh pressure hose connectedto pump and spraygun
while system is pressurized.
• NEVERaim spray gun at people,animals, or plants.
• DO NOTsecure spray gun in open position.
• DO NOTleavespray gun unattendedwhile machine is running.
• NEVERuse a spray gun which doesnot havea trigger lock or
trigger guard in place andin working order.
• Always be certain spray gun, nozzlesand accessoriesare
correctly attached.
10.
Return recoil starter slowly. DONOT let rope "snap
back" against starter.
_i, WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can
result in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and
_,_ arm toward engine faster than you can let go.
could result.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spraygun
• When starting engine,pull cord slowly until resistance is felt
• After each starting attempt, where enginefails to run, always
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains
pressure.
andthen pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
point spray gun in safe direction, pressred button andsqueeze
spray gun trigger to releasehigh pressure.
pressure spray to avoid injury when spraygun kicks back.
_i, WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in
serious burns.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite
combustibles, structures or damage
fuel tank causing a fire.
• DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOIDhot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.
• Keepat least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of
pressure washer including overhead.
• It is a violation of California Public ResourceCode, Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unlessthe exhaust
system is equippedwith a spark arrester, as definedin Section
4442, maintained in effective working order. Otherstates or
federaljurisdictions may havesimilar laws.
Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer
to obtain a spark arrester designedfor the exhaustsystem
installed onthis engine.
• Replacementparts must bethe same and installed in the same
position as the original parts.
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How to Stop Your Pressure Washer
1. Releasespray gun trigger and let engine idle for two
minutes.
2. Movethrottle to SLOWposition, then STOPposition.
_i, WARNING Backfire,fire or engine damagecould
occur.
• DONOTstop engine by moving choke control to "Choke"
position (J",l).
Cleaning and Applying Detergent
_i, CAUTION Chemicals can cause bodily injury, and/or
property damage.
• NEVERuse caustic liquid with pressure washer.
• Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergents/soaps. Follow all
manufacturers instructions.
Toapplydetergentfollowthesesteps:
1. Attach one of the detergent siphon hoses following
instructionsAttach DetergentSiphon Hose to Pump.
3. ALWAYSpoint spraygun in a safe direction, press red
button and squeezespraygun trigger to releaseretained
high water pressure.
NOTICE Spraygun traps high water pressure,even when
engine is stopped andwater is disconnected.
_i, WARNING The high pressure stream of water that
and its underlying tissues, leadingto serious
this equipment produces can cut through skin
injury and possible amputation.
Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause
injury.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemispressurized.
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirection,pressredbutton
andsqueezesprayguntriggerto releasehighpressure,every
timeyoustopengine.
How to Use PrecisionSprayTM Selector
Refer to the PrecisionSprayTM Selectorinstruction sheetfor
proper use.
NOTICE Product damagewill occur if the gun trigger is
squeezedwhile the Selectoris in-betweennozzlesettings.
• NEVERturntheSelectorwhilespraying.
NOTICE Contact with the hot muffler can damage detergent
siphoning tube.
• When inserting the siphon into a detergent solution bottle, route
the tube so as to keep it from inadvertently contacting the hot
muffler.
2. Preparedetergent solution as requiredby job.
3. Makesure detergent shut-off valve on cleaningtank is in
"Off" position.
4. If using cleaningtank, pour detergent into cleaning tank.
NOTICE Thecleaningtank holds two gallons.
NOTICE Cleaningtank damagemay occur if not drained
prior to removing handle.
5. Rotate PrecisionSprayTM Selector to a low pressure
position, asdescribed in the PrecisionSprayTM Selector
instuction sheet.
NOTICE Detergentcannot be applied with the
PrecisionSprayTM Selector in a high pressure position.
6. Makesure garden hoseis connectedto water inlet.
Checkthat high pressure hoseis connected to spray gun
and pump. Turn on water.
NOTICE You must attach all hoses before you start the
engine.
• Starting the engine without all the hoses connected and without
the water turned ONwill damagethe pump.
• Damageto equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
7. Start enginefollowing instructions How to Start Your
Pressure Washer.
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8A.Ifusingcleaningtank,rotatedetergentshut-offvalveon
cleaningtankto"On"position(A).
NOTICE If using detergentsiphoning hose, make sure
detergent shut-off valveon cleaningtank is in the "Off"
position.
8B. If using detergentsiphoning hose, place small filter end
of detergentsiphoning tube into detergent container.
NOTICE Contactwith the hot muffler can damage detergent
siphoning tube.
• Wheninsertingthesiphonintoa detergentsolutionbottle,route
thetubesoasto keepit from inadvertentlycontactingthehot
muffler.
NOTICE Make surethe filter is fully submerged in detergent
while applying detergent.
9. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower
portion of areato be washedand work upward, using
long, even,overlapping strokes.
10. Allow detergent to "soakin" for 3-5 minutes before
washing andrinsing. Reapplyas neededto prevent
surfacefrom drying. DONOTallow detergentto dry on
(prevents streaking).
NOTICE When using the detergent siphoning hose,you
must flush the detergent siphoning system after eachuse by
placing the filter into a bucketof cleanwater, then run the
pressure washer in low pressurefor 1-2 minutes.
PressureWasherRinsing
Afterdetergentis applied,scourthesurfaceandrinseitclean
asfollows:
1. If using cleaningtank, rotate detergent shut-off valve on
cleaningtank to "Off" position.
2. Rotate PrecisionSprayTM Selector to a high pressure
position, asdescribed in the PrecisionSprayTM Selector
instruction sheet.
3. Keep spray gun a safe distance from spray surface.
_i, WARNIN6 Kickback from spray gun can cause you to
fall.
• Operatepressure washer from a stable surface.
• Beextremely careful 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.
4. Apply a high pressure spray to a small areaand then
checkthe surface for damage.If no damage,proceed to
step 5.
5. Start at top of areato be rinsed, working down with
sameoverlapping strokes used for cleaning.
Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube
If you usedthe detergent siphoning tube,you must flush it
with cleanwater beforestopping the engine.
1. Placedetergent siphoning tube/filter in a bucketfull of
cleanwater.
2. RotatePrecisionSprayTM Selectorto a low pressure
position, as described in the PrecisionSprayTM Selector
instruction sheet.
3. Flushfor 1-2 minutes.
4. Shut off engine following instructions How to Stop
Pressure Washerandturn off water supply.
5. ALWAYSpoint spraygun in a safe direction push red
button andsqueezespray gun trigger to releaseretained
high water pressure.
NOTICE Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected.
_i, WARNIN6 The high pressure stream of water that
and its underlying tissues, leading to serious
this equipment produces can cut through skin
injury and possible amputation.
Spray gun traps high water pressure,evenwhen engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause
injury.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemispressurized.
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirection,pressredbutton
andsqueezesprayguntriggerto releasehighpressure,every
timeyoustopengine.
Automatic Cool Down System (Thermal Relief)
If you run the engine on your pressure washer for
3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
circulating water in the pump can reachtemperatures above
125°F.The systemengages to cool the pump by discharging
the warm water ontothe ground.
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ENGINETECHNICALINFORMATION
This is a single cylinder, overheadvalve (OHV), air cooled
engine. It is a low emissions engine.
In the State of California, Model 120000 enginesare certified
by the California Air Resources Boardto meet emissions
standardsfor 125 hours. Such certification does not grant
the purchaser, owner or operator of this engine any
additional warranties with respect to the performance or
operational life of this engine.Theengine is warranted solely
according to the product and emissions warranties stated
elsewherein this manual.
Power Ratings
Thegross power rating for individual gas engine models is
labeled in accordancewith SAE(Society of Automotive
Engineers)codeJ1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque
Rating Procedure),and rating performance has been
obtained and corrected in accordancewith SAEJ1995
(Revision 2002-05). Torquevalues are derived at 3060 RPM;
horsepower values are derived at 3600 RPIVI.Actual gross
engine power will be lower and is affectedby, among other
things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-engine
variability. Givenboth the wide arrayof products on which
enginesare placed andthe variety of environmental issues
applicableto operating the equipment,the gas enginewill 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 avariety 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-enginevariability. Dueto
manufacturing andcapacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton
may substitute an engine of higher ratedpower for this
Seriesengine.
This pressurewasher is rated in accordanceto the Pressure
Washer Manufacturer's Association (PWIVIA)standard
PW101 (Testingand Rating Performanceof Pressure
Washers).
PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS
Pressure Washer Specifications
Max Outlet Pressure ....................... 3,100 PSI
Max Flow Rate............................. 2.5 GPM
DetergentMix ........................ Use as directed
Water SupplyTemperature .......... Not to exceed100°F
Engine Specifications
Bore ................................ 2.672 in. (68mm)
Stroke .............................. 2.204 in. (56mm)
Displacement ........................ 12.48in. (206cc)
SparkPlug
ResistorType:............... Briggs & Stratton 491055
Long Life Platinum: ............ Briggs & Stratton 5066
SetGapTo: ...................... 0.030inch (0.76mm)
ArmatureAir Gap:........... 0.010-0.014in.(0.25-0.36mm)
Valveclearancewithvalvespringsinstalledandpiston1/4in.
(6 mm)pasttopdeadcenter(checkwhenengineiscold).
Intake.................... 0.004-0.006in.(0.10-0.15mm)
Exhaust .................. 0.009-0.011in.(0.23-0.28mm)
FuelCapacity............................... 1.6Quarts
0il Capacity........................ 20 Ounces(0.6 liter)
NOTICE For practical operation, the engine load should not
exceed85% of ratedpower. Enginepower will decrease
3-1/2% for each1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea leveland
1% for each 10° F(5.6° C) above77° F(25° C). It should
operatesatisfactorily at anangle up to 15°.
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OWNER'SRESPONSIBILITIES
Follow the hourly or calendarintervals, whichever occurs
first. More frequent service is requiredwhen operating in
adverseconditions noted below.
• Changeengine oil
• Check/clean water inletscreen'
• Checkhigh pressurehose
• Checkdetergentsiphoning hoses/tank
• Checkspray gun and assembly for leaks
• Cleandebris
• Checkengineoil level
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• Serviceengineair cleaner2
• Changeengine oil2
• Inspect muffler and spark arrester
• Servicespark plug
• Cleancooling systeW
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 pressurewasher. Seeany Searsor
other qualified service dealerfor service.
Thepressure washer warranty does not cover items that
havebeensubjected to operator abuse or negligence.To
receivefull valuefrom the warranty, the operator must
maintain pressurewasher as instructed in this manual
including proper storage asdetailed in Storage.
Someadjustments will needto bemade periodicallyto
properly maintain your pressurewasher.
All service and adjustments should be madeat least once
eachseason.Follow the requirements in the Maintenance
Schedulechart above.
NOTICE Oncea yearyou should cleanor replacethe spark
plug andreplace the air filter. A new spark plug and clean air
filter assureproper fuel-air mixture and helpyour engine run
better and last longer.
Pump Oil
DONOTattempt anyoil maintenanceon this pump. The
pump is pre-lubricated and sealedfrom the factory, requiring
no additional maintenancefor the life of the pump.
Emissions Control
Maintenance,replacement, or repair ofthe emissions
controldevicesand systemsmay be performedby any non-
roadenginerepair establishmentor individual. However,
to obtain "no charge" emissions control service, the work
must be performed by a factory authorizeddealer. Seethe
Emissions Warranty.
BeforeEach Use
1. Checkengine oil level.
2. Cleandebris.
3. Checkdetergent siphoning hoses/cleaning tank for
damage.
4. Checkwater inlet screenfor damage.
5. Checkhigh pressure hose for leaks.
6. Checkspray gun for leaks.
7. Purge pump of air and contaminants.
PRESSUREWASHERMAINTENANCE
Clean Debris
Daily or before use, clean accumulateddebris from pressure
washer. Keeplinkage, spring and controls clean.Keeparea
around andbehind muffler free from any combustible debris.
Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the pressure
washer. Theseopenings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.
Pressurewasher parts should be kept cleanto reduce the
risk of overheating and ignition of accumulated debris.
• Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
NOTICE Improper treatment of pressurewasher can
damageit and shorten its life.
• DONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.
• Usea soft bristle brush to loosencaked on dirt, oil, etc.
• Usea vacuumcleanerto pick up loosedirt anddebris.
Check and Clean Inlet Screen
Examinegarden hoseinlet 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 hosebefore eachuse. Checkfor cuts,
leaks,abrasions, bulging of cover,or damageor movement
of couplings. If any of these conditions exist, replace hose
immediately.
_k WARNING The high pressure stream of water that
and its underlying tissues, leadingto serious
this equipment produces can cut through skin
injury and possible amputation.
• NEVERrepairhighpressurehose.Replaceit.
• ReplacementhoseratingMUSTexceedmaximumpressure
ratingof unit.
Check Detergent Siphoning Hoses/Cleaning Tank
Examinethe cleaning tank anddetergent siphoning hoses
and clean if clogged. The hose should fit tightly on the
barbed fitting of the pump and detergent shut-off valve.
Examinethe hoses for leaksor tears. Replacethe tank or
hoses if either is damaged.
Check Spray Gun
Examinethe hose connection to the spray gun and make
sure it is secure.Test the trigger by pressing the redbutton
and makingsure the trigger "springs back" into placewhen
you releaseit. You should not be able to pressthe trigger
without pressing the red button. Replacespray gun
immediately if it fails any of these tests.
Nozzle Maintenance
A pulsing sensationfelt while squeezingthe spray gun trigger
may becausedby excessive pump pressure.Theprincipal
causeof excessivepump pressure is a nozzleclogged or
restricted with foreign materials, such asdirt, etc. To correct
the problem, immediately cleanthe nozzlefollowing these
instructions:
1. Shut off engineand turn off water supply.
2. ALWAYSpoint spraygun in a safe direction, press red
button and squeezespraygun trigger to releaseretained
high water pressure.
_k WARNING The high pressure stream of water that
and its underlying tissues, leadingto serious
this equipment produces can cut through skin
injury and possible amputation.
Spraygun traps high water pressure, evenwhen engine is
stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause
injury.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemispressurized.
• ALWAYSpointspraygunin safedirection,pressredbutton
andsqueezesprayguntriggerto releasehighpressure,every
timeyoustopengine.
3. Disconnect PrecisionSprayTM Selector from spray gun.
4. Usea small paperclip to free any foreign material
clogging or restricting the high pressure nozzles(A).
5. Usinga garden hose, removeadditional debris by back
flushing water through PrecisionSprayTM Selector. Back
flush between30 to 60 seconds.
6. ReconnectPrecisionSprai MSelectorto spray gun.
7. Makesure garden hoseis connectedto water inlet.
Checkthat high pressure hose is connectedto spray gun
and pump. Turn onwater.
8. Start engine following instructions How to Start Your
Pressure Washer.
9. Test pressure washer byoperating with eachnozzle
selection.
O-Ring Maintenance
Purchasean O-Ring Repair Kit atyour local Searsor by
calling 1-800-4-1VIY-HOIVIE(469-4663) or online at
www.sears.com. It is not included with the pressure washer.
This kit includes replacement o-rings, rubberwasher and
water inlet filter. Referto the instruction sheetprovided in the
kit to serviceyour unit's o-rings.
_k WARNING The highpressure stream of water that
and its underlying tissues, leading to serious
this equipment produces can cut through skin
injury and possible amputation.
• NEVERrepairleakingconnectionswithsealantofanykind.
Replaceo-ringor seal.
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