Craftsman 580 User manual

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Model: 580

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CRAFTSMAN°

4.5 HORSEPOWER

1800 PSI 2 GPM

HIGH PRESSURE WASHER

Model No. _L

580.761800

CAUTION: Before using this

product, read this manual and

follow all Safe_..Rules and

Operating Instructions.

PRESSURE WASHER j

CUSTOMER

_> HELPLINE • _

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

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

_t No.B,8,8D_0 (i_/_n)

SAFETY RULES ............................ 3

ASSEMBLY .............................. 4-5

OPERATION ..... i ....................... 6-9

MAINTENANCE ........................ 10-13

STORAGE ............................... 14

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ 15

REPLACEMENT PARTS .................. 16-27

HOW TO ORDER PARTS ............ 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 operat-

ed according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material

and workmanship.

If this high pressure washer is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the

date of purchase. If this high pressure washer is used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30

days after 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, includingdamage 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 SERVICE 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,, D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CAN-

NOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG,TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP,

TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER.

-_ AUTION: Before using this product,

read this manual and follow all Safety

Rules and Operating Instructions.

• Never allowanypartofthe bodytocome incontact with

the fluid stream.DO NOT come incontactwitha fluid

stream createdby a leakinthe highpressurehose.

• Highpressurestreamsoffluidthis equipmentproduces

canpierceskinand itsunderlyingtissues,leadingto seri-

ousinjuryand possibleamputation.

• Never aimthe gunat people,animalsor plants.

• Highpressurespraycancause paintchipsor otherparti-

clesto becomeairborneand fly at highspeeds.

• Always weareyeprotectionwhenyouusethisequipmentor

when youare in thevicinitywherethe equipmentis in use.

• Operate the pressure at no more than the PSI fluid pres-

sure 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 spraygun, nozzles and accessories

are correctly attached.

• Never use aspray gun which does not have a trigger lock

or trigger guard in place and in working order.

• Usea respirator or mask whenever there is a chance that

vapors may be inhaled. Read all instructions with the mask

soyou are certain the mask will provide the necessary

protection against inhaling harmful vapors.

• High pressure spray may damage fragile items including

glass. Do not pointspray gun at glass when in the jet

spray mode.

• Keep the hoseconnected to machineor the spraygun

whilethe systemispressurized.Disconnectingthe hose

while the unitispressurizedis dangerous.

• Holdthe spraygunfirmly inyourhand beforeyou startthe

unit.Failuretodoso could resultin an injuryfroma whip-

pingspraygun. Donotleavethe spraygununattended

while the machineisrunning.

• Thecleaningarea shouldhave adequateslopesand

drainageto reducethe possibility of a falldue to slippery

surfaces.

• Keep water sprayawayfromelectricwiringorfatalelectdc

shockmay result.

• Do notadjustunloadervalveto a pressurein excessof

machinerating.

• Donotsecuretriggerguninthe pull-beck(open)position.

• Donot by-passany safety deviceon this machine.

• The muffler and engine heat up during operation and

remain hot immediately after shutting it down. Avoid con-

tact with a hot muffler or engine or you could be severely

burned.

• Engine exhaustgasescontain DEADLY carbon monoxide

gas. This dangerousgas, if breathedin sufficientconcen-

trations,can causeunconsciousnessoreven death.

Operate thisequipmentonlyin the open airwhereade-

quate ventilationisavailable.

• Gasolineis highlyFLAMMABLEand itsvaporsare

EXPLOSIVE. Do notpermitsmoking,openflames,sparks

or heatinthe vicinitywhilehandlinggasoline.Avoid

spillinggasolineona hot engine.Allowunittocoolfor 2

minutesbeforerefueling.Complywithall lawsregulating

storageand handlingof gasoline.

• Locatethispressurewasherinareas awayfrom com-

bustiblematerials,combustiblefumesordust.

• The highpressureequipment isdesignedto be usedwith

Sears authorizedpartsonly. Ifyou usethisequipment with

partsthat do notcomply withminimumspecifications,the

userassumesall risks and liabilities.

• Somechemicalsordetergentsmay be harmfulifinhaled

or ingested,causingsevere nausea,faintingor poisoning.

The harmfulelementsmay causepropertydamage or

severe injury.

• DonotallowCHILDREN to operatethe PressureWasher

at any time.

• Operate engineonlyat govemed speed. Runningthe

engineat excessivespeedsincreasesthe hazardof per-

sonalinjury.Donottamperwithpartswhich may increase

ordecreasethe governedspeed.

• Do notwear looseclothing,jewelryoranythingthat may

be caughtin the starterorotherrotatingparts.

• Beforestartingthe PressureWasher incoldweather,

checkall parts oftheequipmentand be sureice has not

formed there.

• Unitswithbrokenor missingparts,orwithoutprotective

housingor covers shouldNEVER be operated.

• The mufflerand aircleanermustbe installedand in good

conditionbeforeoperatingthe Pressure Washer.These

componentsact assparkarrestorsifthe enginebackfires.

• Checkthe fuel systemfor leaksor signsofdeterioration

suchaschafedor spongyhose,looseormissingclamps

ordamaged tankor cap. Correctall defectsbeforeoperat-

ingthe PressureWasher.

• Do notsprayflammable liquids.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

• Operate and storethis unitona stablesurface.

• Highpressurehosecandevelopleaksfromwear, kinking,

abuse, etc.Water sprayingfroma leak iscapableofinject-

ing materialintoskin.Inspecthoseeach time before using

it. Checkall hosesforcuts,leaks, abrasionsor bulgingof

cover,or damageor movementof couplings. Ifany of

these conditions exist,replace hoseimmediately.Never

repairhighpressurehose.Replaceit withanotherhose

that meets minimumpressureratingof yourpressHre

washer.

,_ LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

IT MEANS "A'FrENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED."

CARTON CONTENTS

The following parts are shippedloosewith yourpressure

washer:.

* Main Unit -- pressurewasher with wheels,

guide handle.

• High Pressure Hose

• Manual Bag (whichincludesthe items listedbelow)

• Ov_er's Manual

* Nozzle Cleaner Kit

• Parts Box (whichincludesitemslistedbelow)

• Spray Gun

• Wand Extensionwith Hi/Lo AdjustableNozzle.

• Wire Form

• MotorOil

• "O"-Ring Kit

Become familiar with each piece before assemblingthe

pressure washer. Check all contentsagainstthe illustra-

tion on Page 6. If any parts are missingor damaged, call

the PressureWasher Helplineat 1-800-222-3136.

TO REMOVE PRESSURE WASHER FROM

CARTON

Removeloose parts and parts box includedwith pres-

sure washer. The highpressure hose is packed in the

bottomofthe carton on the guide handle end.

Remove the hose.

• Slice two comers at guide handle end of carton from

top to bottom sothe panelcan be folded downfiat,

then remove all packingmaterial.

• Raise guide handle, secure in place and'rollthe pres-

sure washer out the open end ofthe carton.

Loosen knobs

to raise handle

HOW TO SET UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Forthe mostpart,yourCraftsmanHigh PressureWasher

has been assembledatthe faclonj. You must, however,

attachthe wire form,assemble the spray gun,and attach

thehigh pressurehose tothe pumpand spraygurL

• While facingthe rear ofthe Pre_;sureWasher, insert

the wire supportwiththe longerarm positk)nedon the

left. Fromthis view the hookshould resemblea =,r'.

• Cut_ wrapon chemicalinjecliontube.Removechami-

calinjectionfilter,threadchemicalinjectiontubethrough

thewireform andreinsertIilterintotube.

Tighten knobs

when handle is

straight.

• Check carton for additionallooseparts.

• Cut the tiewraps on the high pressurehose and

connecthighpressurehose togun. Tightenby

hand.

• Place assembledspray gun on holder.

CHECKLIST

• Remove plasticcap and connecthighpressure

hose to pump. Tighten by hand. Before you operate your new high pressurewasher

__ _ _ please review the following checklist:

_/ _ All assembly instructionshave been completed.

The high pressure hose connections to the spray

'-- gun and to the pump are tightand secure.

b _ _ While learning how to use your high pressure

1 (_ washer, pay extra attentionto the following important

items:

• Attach nozzle extensionto spray gun.

• Engine oil isat proper level

Important: Any attemptto crank or startthe engine

before ithas been properly servicedwiththe recom-

mended oil may resultin an engine failure. See Page

8 for instructionson adding oiland properoilspecifi-

cations.

Important: The water supplyto your pressure wash-

er must be connected and tumed on priorto starting

your engine.

• Be sure gas tank is filled properlywith clean,

fresh, unleaded gasoline.

• Become familiar with all controls- their location

and function. Operate those controlsbefore start-

ingthe engine.

KNOW YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your high pressure washer. Compare the illustra-

tionswith your highpressure washer to familiarize yourselfwiththe locationsofvarious controlsand adjustments.

Save this manualfor future reference.

Spray Gun Assembly Guide Handle

Detergent Pick-Up

tube and Filter

High Pressure Hose

Recoil Starter

Oil Fill Cap

Gas Cap

Engine Throttle

Control

High Pressure

Outlet

Water Inlet

Choke Lever

Pump - Develops high water pressure.

Engine Throttle Control Lever - Sets engine in starting

mode for recoil starter;STOPS runningengine.

Recoil Starter - Used for startingthe engine manually.

Choke Lever -- Putsa cold engine in startingmode.

Air Cleaner - Dry type filterelement limitsthe amount of

dirtand dustthat gets in the engine,

Spray Gun Assembly - Controlsthe applicationof water

ontocleaning surface withtriggerdevice. Includessafety

latch.

Detergent Pick-up Tube and Filter - Mixes water and

detergent in outletwater flow.

High Pressure Outlet - Connectionfor high pressure

hose.

Water Inlet - Connectionfor garden hose.

HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS operatingyourpres-

surewasher, please call the pressurewasher helpline

at 1-800-222-3136.

WARNING NEVER adjustspray pattern

when spraying. NEVER put hands in front

of spray nozzle to adjust spray pattern.

You could be injured.

HOW TO USE THE-ADJUSTABLENOZZLE

On the end of your spray gun is a nozzle that you

can slideforward and backward and that you can

also twist from side to side. With theadjustable noz-

zle you can adjust the spray pattern to be either high

pressure or low pressure. You can also adjust the

spray so it is concentrated in a stream pattern or

expanded into a fan pattern.

• Slide the nozzle forward when you wish to adjust

the spray to low pressure mode. Slide the nozzle

backward to achieve high pressure.

Nozzle In High

Pressure Mode

Slide Nozzle Forward

for low pressure

mode and detergent

application

• Twisting the nozzle adjuststhe spray pattern from

a narrowpatternto a fan pattern.

Twist nozzle counter-

clockwise for fan

spray pattern

Twist nozzle clock-

wise for narrow

spray pattern

Formost effective cleaning, keep spray nozzle

between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning sur-

face.

• If you get spray nozzle too close, especiallyusing

highpressure mode, you may damage the clean-

ingsurface.

APPLYING DETERGENT AND CLEANING WITH

ADJUSTABLE NOZZLE

IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for

pressure washers. Householddetergents coulddam-

age the pump.

IMPORTANT: You mustattach all hoses before you

startthe engine. Startingthe engine withoutall the

hoses connectedand withoutthe water turned ON

willdamage the pump.

To apply detergent follow these steps:

• Prepare the detergent solution as requiredby the

job.

Hang the detergent solutionon the "J" hook on

the wire form on the guide handle.

Place smallfilter on the clear, chemical injection

tube into the detergent container.

• Slide the adjustable nozzle forward to low pres-

sure mode. Detergent cannot be applied with

nozzle in high pressure position.

Note: The first step involvesapplying an appropriate

detergent/solvent solutionto penetrate and loosen

grime. The detergent is applied at low pressure to

avoid splashing,oversprayingand waste. Leave the

solutionon surface for 3 to 5 minutesto allowsolu-

tionto work.

Note: The second step involvescleaning the surface

you have preparedwith the pressurewasher and

then rinsingit clean.

Review the use of the adjustable nozzle.

Connect garden hose to waterinlet (see "TO

START PRESSURE WASHER"), checkthat high

pressure hose is connected to spray gun and

pump (see ASSEMBLY), and start engine.

For cleaning, start at lower portion of area to be

washed and work upward, usinglong, even over-

lapping strokes.

Allow the detergent to soak in between 3-5 min-

utes before washing and rinsing.

RINSING WITH THE PRESSURE WASHER

WARNING Be extremely careful if you must

use the pressure washer from ladder, scaf-

folding or any other relatively unstable loca-

tion. Pressure in a running washer builds in

the wand as you climb. When you press the

trigger, the recoil from the initial spray could

force you to fall, or ifyou are too close to the

cleaning surface, high pressure could force

you off a climbing apparatus.

Hook up the water supplyand startyour pressure

washer (see TO START THE PRESSURE WASHER).

Slide adjustable nozzle back to high pressure position

and wait for detergent to clear. Detergent will not flow

when in the high pressure mode.

When detergent has cleared you may wantto expand

the spray pattem for a more gentle rinsing action.

Start at top of area to be dnsed, working down with

same action as for cleaning.

You can also stop detergent from flowing by simply

removing siphon from bottle.

HOW TO STOP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

• Move the Throttle ControlLever to the 'Slow' position,

Fast

Slow

Stop

• 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 triggeron the

spray gunto relievepressure in the hose.

Note: A small amount of water will squirt out when

you release the pressure.

BEFORE STARTING THE PRESSURE WASHER

To operatethe engine youwillneedtodo the following:

ENGINE OIL

A 20 oz. bottle of SAE 30 weight oil is included in the

parts carton. Fill engine crankcase with recommended

oil until oil level is at FULL point on dipstick. Do not

overfill above that mark. POUR SLOWLY.

Note: When addingoilto the engine crankcase in the

future, use onlyhighquality detergent oil rated with API

service classificationSF or SG rated SAE 30 weight. Use

no specialadditives.

Select the oil's viscositygrade according to yourexpect-

ed operating temperature.

colder _ 32°F _ warmer

5W30 SAE 30

Although multi-viscosityoils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve

starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increasedoil 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

• Clean area around oilfill and remove oil dipstick.

• Wipe dipstick clean.

• Pouroil from enclosed bottle into the oilfill opening

until oil reaches FULL mark on the dipstick. Stop and

check the oil level periodically. DO NOT OVERFILL.

• Installoildipstick, hand tightensecurely.

ADD GASOLINE

WARNING NEVER fill fuel tank indoors.

NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running

or hot. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke

when filling the fuel tank.

CAUTION: Do not overfill the fuel tank.

Always leave room for expansion.

Use regularUNLEADED gasolinewith the pressure

washer engine.Regular leaded gasoline may also be

used if UNLEADED is not available. Fuel tank capaci-

ty is 1.6 U.S. quart.

IMPORTANT: It isimportantto prevent gum deposits

from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the

carburetor,fuel filter,fuel hose ortank duringstorage.

Also, experience indicatesthat alcohol-blended fuels

(calledgasohol, ethanolor methanol) can attractmoisture

whichleads to separationand formation ofacids during

storage. Acidicgas can damage the fuel system of an

engine whilein storage.To avoid engine problems,the

fuel system shouldbe emptiedbefore storageof 30 days

or longer.See "Storage" on page 13. Never useengine

or carburetorcleaner productsin the fuel tank or perma-

nentdamage may occur.

• Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

• Add "UNLEADED" regulargasoline, slowly, to fuel

tank.

• Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

TO START YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

You have assembled yourhigh pressurewasher and

have prepared the enginefor starting.You are now ready

to clean yourcar, boat or whatever you planto dean.

Place the pressurewasher in an area close enough to

an outside water sourcethat can flow at a rate of at

least 2 gallons per minute. Connecta garden hose to

the water spout.

Check that the.high pressurehose is tightlyconnected

to the spray gun and to the pump. See ASSEMBLY

sectionfor illustrations.

Pull back on the locking collarto remove the female

quick-connect from pump.

Assembled Pull back on locking

Quick-Connect collar to separate

Disassembled Disassembled

male end female end

Note: You will also need to pullbackon the lockingcollar

to attach the female quick-connect.

Check inlet screen. Ifthe screen is dirty, clean

before attaching to garden hose. If the screen is

damaged, Do not connect to the garden hose. Call

the pressure washer customer helpline to order a

replacement.

Attach the female quick-connect togarden hose and

then attach the garden hoseto the water inlet. Make

sure the quick--connectis lockedtogether.

MALE

FEMALE

CONNECTOR

• Turn on the water.

IMPORTANT: Do not run pumpwithoutthe water supply

connectedand turned on. You mustfollow thiscaution or

the pumpwill be damaged.

• Move the ThrottleControl Leverto the 'Fast'

position

• Set Choke Lever to "Choke" position.Note: This isa

multi-positionchoke.

Note: For a warm engine, be sure the ThrottleControl

Lever is in the 'Fast' position and the Choke Lever is in

the "Run" position.

Positionthe nozzle in the low pressure mode (nozzle

slidforward) and squeeze the trigger on the spray gun

to relievethe air pressurecaused by turningON the

water. Water willspew out the gunin a thinstream.

Continueto hold triggeruntilyou have a steady

stream of waterand no air remains in the system.This

willmake iteasier to pull startthe engine. Release the

trigger.

Engagethe safety latch on the gun.

Grasp rope handle and pull slowly untilyou feel some

resistance.Then pull cordrapidlyto overcome com-

pression,preventkickbackand startthe engine.Let

ropereturnto starter slowly.

Note: Always keepthe Throttle Control Lever in the 'Fast'

positionwhen operatingthe pressurewasher.

• When the engine starts, graduallymove the Choke

Lever from one positionto the next untilit is in the

"Run" position.

Note: If after 3 pullsthe engine fails to start, move the

Choke Lever to the 'Run' position and pull the recoil

starter handle rapidly(Max. 3 pulls).

SIPHONING

We recommendthat you DO NOT siphonstandingwater

for yourwater supply.Contaminated, brackishor dirty

water can damage the pump. Connect onlyto household

water supply.

TIPS

• Never usethe garden hose inletto siphondetergent or

wax.

• If you havethe spray nozzle too far away, the cleaning

willnot be as effective.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

RLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

HOURLY OPERATING INTERVAL

BeforeEach

Use

Every 25

Hours or

YearlyMAINTENANCE TASK

PRESSURE WASHER

Check/clean water inlet screen

on quick-connect. Xt

Check high pressure hose. X

Check detergent hose. X

Check spray gun and assembly for leaks. X

Purge pump of air and contaminants. X

ENGINE

Check oil level. X

Change engine oil. X*

Service air cleaner. X°*

Clean/replace spark plug. X

Prepare for storage. Prepare unit for storage if it is to

remainidleforlongerthan30 days.

t Cleanifclogged. Replace if perforatedortom.

* Changesoonerwhenoperatingunder heavy loador high ambient temperature.

** Cleanmoreoftenunderdirtyor dustyconditions.

Every 100

Hours or

Yearly

SERVICE DATES

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warrantyof the high pressurewasher does not cover

items thathave been subjectedto operatorabuse or neg-

ligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator

must maintainhigh pressurewasher as instructedin this

manual.

Some adjustments willneed to be made periodicallyto

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 replacethe spark

plug and clean or replacethe air filter and checkthe

gunand wand assemblyfor wear. A new spark plug

and clean air filter assure properfuel-air mixtureand

help yourengine runbetter and lastlonger.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Pressure Washer Specifications

PRESSURE 1800 psi

FLOW RATE 2 GPM

DETERGENTMIX Use undiluteddeterqent

WATER SUPPLY

TEMPERATURE Not to Exceed 140°F

Engine Specifications

ENGINE MODEL

RATEDHORSEPOWER

DISPLACEMENT

SPARK PLUG: Type:

Set Gapto:

GASOLINE CAPACITY

OIL

SOLIDSTATE IGNITION

AIRGAP

Briq.qs& Stratton

4.5

190cc

Champion J-19LM

orequivalent

0.030 inch (0.76mm)

1.6 U.S. quart

SAE30 weiqht

0.0125inch

In the State of Califomia a spark arrestor is requiredby

law (Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResources

Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws

applyon 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/opera-

tor.

You can order a spark arrestor throughyour Sears

Service Center.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check water inletscreen for damage.

• Check high pressure hose for leaks.

• Check detergent inlethose and filter for damage.

• Check gun and wand assemblyfor leaks.

• Purge pump of air and contaminants.

• Check engine oil level.

PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE

Check and Clean Inlet Screen: Remove quick-con-

nect and examine inletscreen on the female connec-

tor, Clean if it isclogged or replace ifit istorn.

Check High Pressure Hose: High pressure hose

can develop leaks from wear, kinking, abuse. Inspect

hose each time before using it. Check for cuts, leaks,

abrasions or bulging of cover, or damage or move-

ment of couplings. If any of these conditions exist,

replace hose immediately.

DANGER: Water spraying from a leak is

_IL capable of injecting material into skin.

NEVER repair high pressure hose,

Replace with hose that meets minimum

-_pressure rating of your pressure washer.

Check Detergent Hose: Examine thefilteron the

detergent hose and clean ifclogged. Hose shouldfit

tightly on barbed fitting. Examine hose for leaks or

tears. Replace the filter or hose ifeither isdamaged.

Check Gun and Wand: Examine hoseconnectionto

gunand make sure it issecure.Test triggerby press-

ingit and makingsure itspringsbackintoplacewhen

you release it. Put safety latchin UP positionand test

trigger.You shouldnot be able to presstrigger.

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 and connectthe water sup-

ply.

• Remove the wand extension from the gun.

• Pull the triggeron the gun and hold.

To remove the contaminantsfrom the pump,follow

these steps:

• Set up the pressure washer as described in the

ASSEMBLY section, and connectthe water sup-

ply.

• Remove the nozzle attachment from the gun.

• Start the engine according to instructions in

OPERATION section.

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.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

CHECKING OIL LEVEL

Oil level shouldbe checked prior to each use or at

least every 5 hoursof operation,Keep oil level main-

tained.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL

Change engine oil every 25 hours. Ifyou are using

your pressure washer underextremely dirty or dusty

conditions,or in extremely hotweather, change oil

more often.

Change oilwhileengine is still warm from run-

ning, as follows:

Beforeyou tipthe pressure washer to drain oil,

drain fuel tank byrunningpressurewasher until

fuel tank isempty.

Clean area around oilfill, remove oilfill cap/dip-

stick. Wipe dipstick clean.

Tip your pressure washer to drain oil completely

from the oilfill tube intoa suitable container.

When crankcase isempty, returnthe pressure

washer to uprightposition.

Fill engine crankcase with recommended oil until

oil level isat FULL pointon dipstick.Do not over-

fill above that mark. POUR SLOWLY.

• When engine crankcase isfilled to proper level,

installand tightenoilcap/dipstick.

SERVICE AIR CLEANER

Your engine willnot run properly and may be dam-

aged if you runitwith a dirty air cleaner.

Clean or replace the air cleaner once every 25 hours

of operation or once each year, whichever comes

first. Clean or replace more often if operating under

dirty or dusty conditions. Replacements are available

at your local Sears Authorized Service Center.

To clean or replacethe air cleaner, follow these

steps:

• Remove screwon the air cleaner cover.

Remove air cleaner carefully to prevent debris

from falling intocarburetor.

Take air cleaner apart and clean all parts and ser-

vicethe foam element.

• Wash foam element in liquiddetergent and water.

If the element isdamaged or very dirty, replace

the element.

Squeeze the element dry in a clean cloth.

Saturate the foam element in engine oil. Squeeze

the saturated element in a clean cloth to remove

excess oil.

• Reassemble all parts and fasten securely tothe

carburetorwith the screw.

CLEAN/REPLACE SPARK PLUG

A AUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire I

from spark plug and keep wire away from

spark plug.

Change the spark plug every 100 hours ofoperation or

once each year, whichevercomesfirst.This willhelp

your engine tostart easier and run better. Replacewith

championJ-19LM or equivalenttype spark plug. Set the

spark pluggap to 0.030 inch (0.76mm).

SET PLUG GAP AT 0.030 inch

(0.76 mm)

CARBURETOR

If youthink your carburetor needs adjusting, see your

nearest Sears Service dealer. Engine performance may

be affected above 4,000 feet in altitude. To improve

engine performance, see your nearest Sears Service

dealer.

NOZZLE MAINTENANCE

If the nozzle becomes restrictedor cloggedwithforeign

materials,such as dirt, excessivepumppressure may

develop.A partiallycloggednozzle can cause a pulsing

sensationduringuse. Thisgenerally isnot a pumprelat-

ed problem, but rathera cloggedor partiallyrestricted

nozzle.

If the nozzle becomes cloggedor partially restricted,

immediatelyclean the nozzlewith the kit includedwith

yourpressure washer by following these instructions:

• Shut off the engine and turn off the water supply.

• Separate the wand fromthe gun.

• Rotate to stream setting.

• Remove nozzle from the end of the wand usingthe

allenwrench includedwiththe kitor a 2mm or 5/64

allenwrench.

Use the wire includedin the kitor a small paperclip

to free the foreign materialscloggingor restrictingthe

nozzle.

Insert wire into nozzle and turn back and forth to

clear obstruction.

Remove additionaldebris by backflushingwater sup-

plythroughwand. Backflush between 30 to 60 sec-

onds. Turn wand tostream spray and move nozzle

from low to high pressure whileflushing.

• Reinstall nozzle intowand. DO NOT overtighten.

• Reconnectwand extension to spray gun.

• Reconnect the water supply,turnON the water, and

startthe engine.

• Test the pressurewasher by operatingwith nozzle in

the high and the low pressure positions.

O-RING MAINTENANCE

Throughthe normaloperationof your pressurewasher,

O-Rin_, whichkeep the connectionsofthe hoses and

gun tightand leak-free may become worn or damaged.

Providedwith your pressurewasher is an O-Ring

Maintenance KitwhichprovidesreplacementO-Rings,

Rubber Washer and Quick Connect filter.

Parts in the O-Ring Kit Include:

• 1 O-Ring (p/n97837) for the end ofthe spray gun

connectionbetween gun and high/lowspray wand.

1 O-Ring (p/n B2386) for the outsideof the Male

Quick-Connect.

• 2 O-Rings (pin B2264) for the ends ofthe highpres-

sure hose.

Note: The above two O-Rings are close insize. Please

matchcarefullyto assure properO-Ring usage.

• 1 Rubber Washer (pin B2385) for the inside of the

Male Quick-Connect.

• 1 Water InletScreen (pin B2384) for the Female

Quick-_onnect.

To remove a worn or damaged O-Ring:

• Use a small flathead screwdriverto get undemeath

the O-Ring and pry itoff.

AFTER EACH USE

Water shouldnotremainintheunitfor longperiodsoftime.

Sedimentsofmineralscandepositon pumppartsand

"freeze"pumpaction.Followtheseproceduresalterevery

use:

Flush detergent hose by placing the injectorfilter into

a pail_f clear water while running Pressure Washer

with nozzle in low pressure mode. Flush until you can

see clear water runningthrough the tube.

Shut off the engine and let itcool, then remove all

hoses.

CAUTION: Be sure throttle lever is in

"STOP" position before you continue. If

you start engine without the proper water

supply connected, you can damage the

pump.

Empty the pump of all pumped liquids by pulling recoil

handle about 6 times. This should remove most of the

liquid in the pump.

Coil the high pressurehose and inspectitfor damage.

Cuts inthe hose or fraying of itcould resultin leaks

and lossof pressure.Shouldany damage be found,

replace the hose. DO NOT attempt to repaira dam-

aged hose. Replace the hose with the genuine

Craftsman part.

It is importantto prevent gum depositsfrom forming in

essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor,fuel fil-

ter, fuel hose or tank duringstorage. Also, experience

indicatesthat alcohol-blendedfuels (calledgasohol,

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisturewhichleadsto .

separationand formation of acids duringstorage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an engine whilein

storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Follow these

instructions:

PROTECT FUEL SYSTEM

_k DANGER: Drain fuel into approved con-

tainer outdoors, away from open flame. Be

sure engine is cool. Do not smoke.

Remove all gasolinefromthe fuel tankto prevent gum

depositsfrom forming on these parts and causing pos-

sible malfunctionof engine.

Run engine untilengine stops from lack of fuel. Make

sure you have water supplyto pumpinletconnected

and turned ON.

CHANGE OIL

While engine is stillwarm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill

with recommendedgrade. (See Changing Oil Level on

Page 11.)

Drain water from hose and properly hang it on the

wire supportprovided on the guide handle. OIL CYLINDER BORE

,_ DANGER: NEVER store engine with fuel in I - Remove spark plugand pour about 1/2 ounce (15ml)

tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilat- I of engine oil intothe cylinder.Cover spark plughole

ed areas where fumes may reach an open I / A CAUTION: Avoid spray from spark plug

flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, [ _ hole when cranking engine slowly.

water heater, clothes dryer or other gas I

appliance. I with rag. Crank slowlyto distributeoil.

• Installspark plug. Do not connectsparkplug wire.

• Store in a clean, dry area.

WINTER STORAGE

CAUTION: 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 windshieldwasher fluidintothe pumpby pour-

ingthe washer fluid intoa 3-foot sectionof garden

hose connectedto the inletadapter and pullingthe

recoilhandle twice.

LONG TERM STORAGE

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasolinecan if yourcan startsto rust.

Rust and/or dirtin your gasolinewillcause problems.

If possible, store your unit indoorsand cover itto give

protectionfrom 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 yourpressure washer while

engine and exhaust area are warm.

Ifyou do notplantousethe PressureWasherfor morethan

30 days,youmustprepare the engine for long termstorage.

Note: As always, prepare the pressure washer pump as

you would after each use.

PROBLEM

Pumphasfollowingproblems:

failuretoproducepressure,or

erraticpressure,chattering,lossof

pressure,lowwatervolume.

CAUSE

1. Nozzleinlowpressuremode.

2. Waterinletisblocked.

3. Inadequatewatersupply

Detergentfailstomixwith.

spray.

Enginerunsgoodwhennotspraying

butdieswhenyoubegintospray.

4. Inlet hoseis kinked or leaking

5. Clogged water inletscreen.

6. Water supply isover 140°F.

7. Outlet hoseis blocked.

8. Outlethoseleaks.

9. Gunleaks.

10. Nozzleisobstructed.

11. Pumpisfaulty.

1. Detergent line is not submerged.

in detergent spray

2. Chemicalfilter is clogged.

CORRECTION

1. Pullnozzlebackwardfor high

pressuremode.

2. Clearinlet

3. Provideadequatewaterflow at

least2 gpm.

4. Straighteninlethose,patchleak.

5. Replace/ cleanwaterinletscreen.

6. Providecoolerwatersupply.

7. Clearblocksinoutlethose.

3. Nozzle is in high pressure mode.

8, Replace outlet hose if leaking.

9. Replace o-ringor gun if necessary.

10. Clear nozzle.

11. Contact Sears Service Department,

Enginewillnotstart;orstarts

and runsrough

Engine shuts down during

operation

Engine lacks power.

Engine speed is too slow.

1. Dirtyaircleaner

2. Outofgasoline.

3. Stalegasoline.

4. Sparkplugwirenotconnected

to spark plug.

5. Bad spark plug.

6. Water in gasoline.

7. Overchokingor flooded

8. Excessively rich fuel mixture.

1. Insert chemical line intodetergent.

2. Clean or replace filter/detergent

line.

3. Pushnozzle forward for

low pressure mode.

Contact Sears Service Department.

1. Clean or replace air cleaner.

2. Fillfuel tank.

3. Drain gas tank; fill withfresh fuel.

4. Connect wire to spark plug.

9. Intakevalvestuckopenorclosed.

10. Enginehaslostcompression.

1. Out of gasoline.

2. Air filter dirty

5. Replace spark plug.

6. Drain gas tank; fill withfresh fuel.

7. Set engine throttle controllever to

fast position,choke in run position.

8. Contact Sears Service Department.

Dirty air filter.

9. Contact Sears Service Department.

10. Contact Sears Service Department.

1. Fillfuel tank.

2. Replace Air filter.

Replace air filter.

CRAFTSMAN 1800 PSI HIGH PRESSURE WASHER 580,761800

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 12F802-2407-E1

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616

592

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337

635

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lit REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

REF. PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 493260 CylinderAseambly

2 293708 Bushing

3 ,299819 Seai-Oil

5 214626 Head-Cylinder

7 _272916 Gasket-Cylinder Head

8 495786 Breetber Aseambly

9 -O272481 Gasket-Bmether

10 94650 Scmw-Hex.

11 231685 Tube-Breather

13 94547 Screw-Hex.

51 ,272199 Gasket-Intake

,54 94526 Screw-Hex.

116 *-280393 Seai-O-Ring

116A ,280966 Seai-O-Ring

REF. PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

227 492349 Lever-Governor

230 67072 Washer

284 94511 Sorew.-Shoulder

306 224324 Shield-Cylinder

307 94515 Scmw-Hex.

337 802592 Plug-Spark

383 89838 Wrench_park Plug

523 495264 Dipstick

525 495265 Tube-Oil Fill

562 92613 Bolt-Carriage

584 224328 Baffle-Cylinder

585 *272238 Gasket-Breather

592 231082 Nut-Hex.

615 94474 Retainer

REF. PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

616 263175 Crank-Governor

625 497465 Manifold--Intake

635 66536 Boot-Spark Plug

847 495263 Dipstick/Tube

Assembly

869 213512 Seat-Valve

(Intake)

870 213513 Seat-Valve

(Exhaust)

871 262001 Bushing-Guide

(Exhaust Valve)

Note

63709 Bushing-Guide

(Intake Valve)

1058 273663 Owner's Manual

. Included in Gasket Set-Part Number 497316.

• Induded in Carburetor l_t-.-PartNumber 498260.

• Included in Carburetor Gasket Set-Part Number 498261.

O Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set-Part No. 498528.

Assemblies Include all parts shown in frames.

CRAFTSMAN 1800 PSI HIGH PRESSURE WASHER 580.761800

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 12F802-2407-E1

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146,

4° )4o

33_ 24

741

REF. PART REF. PART RER PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2816 498571 Crankshaft

24 222698 Key-Flywheel

25 499429 PistonAssembly

(Standard)

2s 499429R_gSet

(Standard)

27 263190 Lock-Piston Pin

499423 Pin-Piston

(Standard)

29 499424 Rod--Connecting

(Standard)

32 94699 Screw.-Hex.

33 262651 Valve-Exhaust

34 262652 Valve-Intake

35 262224 Spring-Valve

40 93312 Retainer-Valve

45 262204 Tappet-Valve

146 94388 Key-'l'm_ing

741 262598 Gear-Timing

'."Included---in Gasket Set-Pad Number 497316.

• Included in Carburetor Kit-Part Number 498260.

• Included in Carburetor Gasket Set-Pad Number 498261.

2_Includedin Valve Overhaul Gasket Set-Part No. 498528.

Assemblies include all milts shown in frames.

CRAFTSMAN 1800 PSl HIGH PRESSURE WASHER580.761800

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 12F802-2407-E1

RER PART REF. PART REF. PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

4 493279 Sump-Engine

12 .272198 Gasket-Crankcase

15 94720 Plug-Oil Drain

20 .399781 Seal-Oil

22 94220 Screw-Hex_

43 493737 Govemor/Oil Slinger

46 498275 Gear-Cam

. Included in Gasket Set--Part Number 497316.

• Induded in Carburetor Kit-Part Number 498260.

4. Included in Carburetor Gasket Set-Part Number 498261.

Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set-Part No. 498528.

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames.

CRAFTSMAN 1800 PSI HIGH PRESSURE WASHER 580.761800

BRIGGS & STRA'I'FON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 12F802-2407-E1

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617

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110_

REF. PART REF. PART RER PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTI()N NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

94 e493765 VaNe-Idle Adjustment

95 94098 Screw-Slotted

98 398185 Screw-Idle Speed

104 e231371 Pin-Float Hinge

108 223471 Valve-Choke

110 eo Seal-O-Ring

(Sold in Kit Only)

117 498978 Jet-Main

(Standard)

497315 Jet-Main

(High Altitude)

124 94525 Screw--Hex.

125 499059 Carburetor

127 • Plug-Welch

(Sold in Kit Only)

130 223470 Valve-Throttle

131 493267 Shaft-Throttle

133 398187 Float-Carburetor

134 •398188 Valve-Needle

(Includes Seat)

137 •o Gasket-Float Bowl

(Sold_ _ O_y)

141 494218 Shaft-Choke

617 e_,270344 Seal-Intake Manifold

634 eo Washer

(Sold in Kit Only)

975 493640 Bowl-Roar

. Included in Gasket Set-Part Number 497316.

• InckKled in Carburetor Ed-Part Number 498260.

4, Included in Carburetor Gasket Set-Part Number 498261.

Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set-Part No. 498528.

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames.

CRAFTSMAN 1800 PSI HIGH PRESSURE WASHER 580.761800

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 12F802-2407-E1

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621

670

265

REF. PART REF. PART REF. PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

65 94696 Screw-Phillips

181 397974 Cap-Fuel Tank

187 298049 Une.--Fuel

(Cut To Required

Length)

188 94644 Screw-Hex.

188A 398540 Screw-Shoulder

202 262579 Link-Mechanical Gov.

209 692488 Spring-Governor

265 213146 Clamp-Casing

267 94694 Screw-Slotted Hex.

284 94511 Screw-Shoulder

333 802574 Armature-Magneto

334 94731 Screw-Hex.

356 497833 Wire-Stop

601 95162 Clamp-Hose

(Green)

620 499737 Bracket-Control

621 396847 SwitclPStop

670 *493823 Spacer

670A 280512 Spacer-Fuel Tank

843 272616 Sleeve-Lever

930 497233 Cover-Blower Housin_

972 495224 Tank-Fuel

_r Included in Gasket Set-Part Number 497316.

• Included in Carburetor Irut--PartNumber 498260.

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set-Part Number 498261.

O Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set-Part No. 498528.

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames.

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