SEARS Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN®

4.5 HORSEPOWER

1800 PSI 2 GPM

HIGH PRESSURE WASHER

Model No.

580.761800

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CRAFTSMAN

4.5

PRESSURE WASHER CUSTOMER HELPLINE 1-800-222-3136

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CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

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

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

Part No. B1818 Draft 0 (11/12/97)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ..... 3
ASSEMBLY ..... 4-5
OPERATION ..... 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 operated 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, including damage 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, BOERUCK AND CO. D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates II, 60179

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.

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CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

• Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monoxide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death. Operate this equipment only in the open air where adequate ventilation is available.

Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit smoking, open flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while handling gasoline. Avoid spilling gasoline on a hot engine. Allow unit to cool for 2 minutes before refueling. Comply with all laws regulating storage and handling of gasoline.

• Locate this pressure washer in areas away from combustible materials, combustible fumes or dust.

The high pressure equipment is designed to be used with Sears authorized parts only. If you use this equipment with parts that do not comply with minimum specifications, the user assumes all risks and liabilities.

Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting or poisoning. The harmful elements may cause property damage or severe injury.

Do not allow CHILDREN to operate the Pressure Washer at any time.

Operate engine only at governed speed. Running the engine at excessive speeds increases the hazard of personal injury. Do not tamper with parts which may increase or decrease the governed speed.

Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

• Before starting the Pressure Washer in cold weather, check all parts of the equipment and be sure ice has not formed there.

• Units with broken or missing parts, or without protective housing or covers should NEVER be operated.

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