Storage - Craftsman CMXGWAS021024 Operator's Manual

Storage

WARNING! Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable, which could cause burns or fire,
resulting in death or serious injury . Do not store
fuel near ignition source .
1 . Place detergent siphon tube in water and flush
detergent from system by running pressure washer
with black spray tip .
Protecting Fuel System
2 . Treat or drain fuel from pressure washer as fuel can
become stale when stored over 30 days .
Each time you fill the container with fuel, add STA-BIL
360°® PROTECTION™ to the fuel as specified by the
manufacturer's instructions . This keeps fuel fresh and
decreases fuel-related problems or contamination in the
fuel system .
It is not necessary to drain fuel from the engine when STA-
BIL 360°® PROTECTION™ is added as instructed . Before
storage, turn the engine ON for 2 minutes to move the fuel
and stabilizer through the fuel system .
If fuel in the engine has not been treated with STA-
BIL 360°® PROTECTION™, it must be drained into an
approved container . Then run
lack of fuel .
the engine until it stops from
Protecting the Pressure Washer
3 . Turn off water and purge system .
4 . Disconnect and drain all hoses, spray gun and spray
wand .
5 . Empty pump of all liquids by pulling recoil handle
about six times .
NOTICE Store spray gun indoors and keep from freezing.
Protecting the Pump
6 . Treat pump with Pump Saver .
Use Pump Saver to protect pump from damage caused by
mineral deposits and freezing . It also lubricates pistons
and seals . See Common Service Parts.
Read and follow all Pump Saver warnings and instructions .
If Pump Saver is not available, connect a 3 ft . (1 m)
section of garden hose to water inlet . Pour RV-antifreeze
(antifreeze without alcohol) into hose . Pull recoil handle
twice . Disconnect hose .
NOTICE You must protect your product from freezing
temperatures . Failure to do so will permanently damage
your pump and spray gun rendering your product
inoperable .
7 . Store unit in a clean and dry area .
WARNING! Storage covers could cause a fire
resulting in death or serious injury . Do not place
a storage cover over a hot pressure washer . Let
product cool before installing cover .
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