WINTERSTORAGE ChangeOil
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
• Failure to do so will permanently damageyour pump and render
your unit inoperable.
• Freezedamage is not covered under warranty.
To protectthe unit from freezing temperatures:
1. Follow steps 1-4 in the previous section AfterEach Use.
2. Use pump saver, availableat Sears retailitem 7174403,
to treat pump. This minimizes freezedamage and
lubricates pistons and seals.
3. If pump saver is not available,connect a 3-foot section
of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour
RV-antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into hose. Pull
recoil handletwice. Disconnect 3-foot hose.
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill
with recommendedgrade. See ChangingEngine Oil.
ProtectPump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral
deposits or freezing, use PumpSaver, item 7174403, to treat
pump. This prevents freeze damageand lubricates pistons
and seals.
NOTICE PumpSaveris available as an optional accessory, it
is not includedwith the pressure washer. Contactyour local
Searsservice center to purchase PumpSaver.
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
• Failureto do so will permanently damage your pump and render
your unit inoperable.
• Freezedamageis not covered under warranty.
4. Store unit in a clean,dry area.
LONGTERIViSTORAGE
If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more than
30 days, you must preparethe engine and pump for long
term storage.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in
essentialfuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hoseor tank during storage.Also, experienceindicates
that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture, which leadsto separation
and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damagethefuel system of an enginewhile in storage.
ProtectFuel System
Fuel Additive:
Fuelcan becomestale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel
causesacid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or
on essential carburetor parts. To keepfuel fresh, use Briggs
& Stratton FRESHSTART® fuel stabilizer, available as a
liquid additive or a drip concentrate cartridge.
Thereis no needto drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel
stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the engine
for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel
system. The engine andfuel canthen be stored up to
24 months.
If gasoline in the engine has not beentreated with a fuel
stabilizer, it must be drained into an approvedcontainer. Run
the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of a fuel
stabilizer in the storage container is recommended to
maintain freshness.
To usePumpSaver,make sure the pressurewasher is turned
off and disconnected from supply water. Readand follow all
instructions and warnings given on the PumpSavercontainer.
OtherStorage Tips
1. DONOTstore fuel from one seasonto another unless it
hasbeen treated asdescribed in Protect Fuel System.
2. Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
in fuel can cause problems if it's usedwith this unit.
3. Coverunit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
WARNING Storagecovers could causea fire
resulting in death,serious injury and/or property
damage.
• DO NOTplace astorage cover over a hot pressurewasher.
• Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover
on the equipment.
4. Store unit in a clean and dry area.
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