COMPANION 580.76101 User Manual

Owner's Manual
4.5 HORSEPOWER
1,800 PSI
2.0 GPM
HIGH PRESSUR
Model No. 580.761010
WASHER
HOURS: Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT)
CAUTION" Before using this product,
read this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO., Hoffman Estates, IL
Visit our website: www.sears.com
Part No. 187656 Draft 3 (4/18/2001)
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
• Espahol
60179 U.S.A.

COMPANION 580.76101 Specifications

General

Brand	COMPANION
Model	580.76101
Category	Pressure Washer
Language	English

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON COMPANION HIGH PRESSURE WASHER

Details the terms and conditions of the limited warranty for the pressure washer.

SAFETY RULES

ASSEMBLY

Add Engine Oil

Steps for adding the correct type and amount of oil to the engine crankcase.

Add Gasoline

Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Detailed instructions for operating the pressure washer.

To Start Your Pressure Washer

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine of the pressure washer.

How To Use the Adjustable Nozzle

Applying Detergent with the Adjustable Nozzle

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A schedule detailing required maintenance tasks and intervals.

Nozzle Maintenance

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Checking Oil Level

How to check and maintain the engine oil level before operation.

Changing Oil

Procedures for changing the engine oil at specified intervals.

Service Air Cleaner

Service Spark Plug

STORAGE

AFTER EACH USE

WINTER STORAGE

Specific instructions for protecting the unit from freezing temperatures.

LONG TERM STORAGE

Procedures for preparing the unit for storage exceeding 30 days.

Protect Fuel System

How to protect the fuel system from gumming and moisture during storage.

Protect Pump

How to protect the pump from freeze damage and lubricate its components.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

Diagnoses and corrects issues related to pump pressure and water volume.

Detergent fails to mix with spray.

Engine runs good at no-load but "bogs" when load is added.

Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough.

Solutions for common engine starting and running problems.

Engine shuts down during operation.

Engine lacks power.

Engine "hunts" or falters.

EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

Your Warranty Rights and Obligations

Explains the warranty rights and responsibilities for emission control systems.

Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage

Owner's Warranty Responsibilities

WHAT IS COVERED

Specifies the parts and conditions covered under the emission control warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Lists failures and conditions that are excluded from the emission control warranty.