Craftsman 580.752070 User manual

Operator'sManual
®
3000 PSi MAX
2.7 GPiVIMAX
_odei No. 580.752070
PRESSUREWASHER
CUSTOMERHELPLINE
HOUriS: Non. -Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT)
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Before usingthis product, readthis
manualand follow atI SafetyRutes
and Operating Instructions.
ADVER'rENCmA
Antes de utiiizar el producto, Ieaeste
manuaiy siga todas Ias Reglasde
Seguridade Instrucciones de Uso.
Sears, Roebuck and Ca., Hoffman Estates, [L 68179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.craftsman.eom
Part No. 203793GS Draft - (03/30/2007)
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WARRANTY.......................................... 2
SAFETYRULES...................................... 2-5
FEATURESANDCONTROLS.............................. 6
ASSEMBLY........................................ 7-10
OPERATION....................................... 11-15
SPECIFICATIONS..................................... 16
MAINTENANCE.................................... 17-2!
STORAGE........................................... 22
TROUBLESHOOTH'_IG.................................. 23
REPLACEMENTPARTS.............................. 24-31
EMISSIONCONTROLWARRANTY..................... 32-33
ESPA__OL......................................... 34-59
HOWTO ORDERPARTS........................ BACKPAGE
If this pressurewasher faiis dueto a defectin materiai or workmanship within one year from the dateof purchase,return it to
any Searsstore, other Craftsman outlet, or SearsParts & RepairCenterin the UnitedStates or Canadafor free repair (or
replacementif repair proves impossible).
Ali warranty coverageapplies for only 90 days from dateof purchaseif this pressurewasher is ever usedfor commercial or
rentaipurposes.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you mayalso haveother rights which vary from stateto state.
Sears, Roebuck and Ce,, Heffman Estates, JL68179
Sears Canada Jnc,, Terente, 8ntarie, Canada MSB 2B8
Thisis the safety alert symbol, tt is used to alert yea to potentialpersenaminjary hazards. ObeyaHsafety messages
that fellow this symbemto avoid pessiNe injuryor death.
_Read this manual carefully and become familiar
..... with yourpressurewasher. Knew its applications,
itslimitations, and any hazardsinvolved.
Thesafety alert symboi (,_) is usedwith a signal word
(DAr/GER,CAUTIOr/,WARNING),a pictorial and/or a safety
messageto alert you to hazards.BANGERindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, wi/'/resuIt in deathor serious injury.
WARNINGindicates a hazardwhich, if not avoided, cou/d
result in deathor serious injury. CAUTtONindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate
injury. NOTICEindicatesa situation that could result in
equipment damage. Foiiow safety messagesto avoid or
reducethe risk of injury or death.
Hazard SymhoJsand Nteanings
ToxicFumes HazardousChemical
SlipperySurface
Fire
ElectricalShock
Moving Parts
Fall FluidInjection
Explosion Operator'sManual
FlyingObjects Kickback Hot Surface
© SearsBrands, LLC

Contentsare harmful or fatai if swalIowed.Avoid
contact to eyes,skin or clothing. DONOTtake
internaliy. Avoid breathing the mist or vapor.
Overexposureto eyes or skin cancause irritation.
Keepstabilizer out of the reachof chiidren.
Fueistabiiizer is a hazardouschemical.**
FresbStartTM fue! cap is designed to hold a cartridge whicb
contains fuel stabilizer.
•If SWALLOWED,call pbysician immediately. DONOTinduce
vomiting. If inhaled removeto fresh air. h_caseof eye or skin
contacL flusb with water for 15 rninutes.
•Store unopenedcartridges in acool, dry_well ventilated area.
Keepopen cartridge in fuel cap, andfuel cap closed on fuel tank
when not in use.
• h_the caseof an emergency,contact a physician immediately
and call 1-800-424-9300 for materialsafety irfforrnation.
• *Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylphenol (128-39-2) and aliphatic petroleum
distillate (64742-47-8),
WARNING
Runningengine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odoriess, coloriess, poison gas.
Breathingcarbon monoxide can cause headache,
fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea,fainting or death.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea,
fainting, or poisoning.
•OperatepressurewasherONLYoutdoors.
o Keepexhaustgasfromenteringaconfinedareathrough
windows,doors,ventilationintakes,or otheropenings.
o DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,
evenif windowsanddoorsareopen.
•Usea respiratoror maskwheneverthereisa cbancetbat
vaporsrnaybeinhaled.
• Readall instructionswith masksoyouarecertaintbernaskwill
providethenecessaryprotectionagainstinhalingharmful
vapors.
WARNING
_'_ Fuet and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WHENARRmNG ORBRAINING FUEL
o Turn pressure wasber OFFand let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relievepressure
in tank.
o Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
• DONOTover% tank. Allow spacefor fue! expansion.
o If fuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.
• Keepfuel away frorn sparks, openflames, pilot lights, heat,and
other ignition sources.
• DONOTlight a cigarette or smoke.
WHENSTARTINGEQUmPIVIENT
o Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleaner arein
place.
o DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.
WHENOPERATINGEQUIP_tENT
• DONOTtip engine or equiprnentat anglewhicb causesfuel to
spill
o DONOTspray'flamrnable liquids.
WHENTRANSPORTmNGOR REPAIRmNGEQNIPI_IENT
o Transport/repair witb fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve
OFF.
o Disconnect spark plug wire.
WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWiTH FUELmNTANK
• Store away from furnaces, stoves_water heaters_dotbes
dryers, or other appliancesthat have pilot light or other ignition
source becausetbey can ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
Risk of electrocution.
Contact with power source can cause electric
shock or burn.
• NEVERspray'near power source.

WARNING
Startercord kickback(rapid retraction) can result
in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pulI handand arm
toward enginefaster than youcan Iet go.
Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains
could result.
• NEVERpullstartercordwithoutfirst relievingspraygun
pressure.
o Whenstartingengine pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceisfelt
andthenpul!rapidlyto avoidkickback.
o Aftereachstartingatternptwhereenginefailsto run,always
pointspraygunin safedirectionandsqueezesprayguntrigger
to releasehighpressure.Engagespraygutstriggerlock.
o Firmlygraspspraygunwith bothhandswhenusinghigh
pressuresprayto avoidiniurywhenspraygunkicksback.
WARNING
Useof pressure washer cancreate puddles and
slippery surfaces.
Kickbackfrom spray gun cancause you to fail.
*Operatepressurewasherfrornastablesurface.
o Thecleaningareashouldhaveadequateslopesanddrainageto
reducethepossibilityof afalldueto slipperysurfaces.
o Beextremelycarefulif yournustusethepressurewasherfrom
a ladder,scaffolding,or anyothersimilarlocation.
o Firmlygraspspraygunwith bothhandswhenusinghigh
pressuresprayto avoidinjurywhenspraygutskicksback.
WARNING
Contact with muffler area can result in serious
burns.
Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.
*DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexlsaustgases.
o Allowequipmentto coolbeforetouching.
o Keepatleast5feet (152crn)ofclearanceonall sidesof
pressurewasherincludingoverhead.
o Codeof FederalRegulation(CFR)Title36 Parks,Forests,and
PublicPropertyrequireequipmentpoweredbyaninternal
combustionengineto haveasparkarrester rnaintainedin
effectiveworkingorder,complyingto USDAForestservice
standard5!00-16 or laterrevision.IntheStateofCaliforniaa
sparkarresteris requiredundersection4442oftheCalifornia
Publicresourcescode.Otherstatesrnayhavesimilarlaws.
pressure stream of water th_(ttlsJ_'_
equipment produces can cut through skin and its
_ ,underlying tissues, ieading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
_l '_- Spray gun traps h gl water pressure, even when
engine is stopped and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
DONOTallow CHILDRENto operate pressure washer.
NEVERrepair high pressure hose. Replaceit.
NEVERrepair leaking connections with sealantof any kind.
Replaceo-ring or seal.
NEVERconnect high pressure hoseto nozzle extension.
Keephigh pressure hoseconnectedto pump and spray gun
while system is pressurized.
ALWAYSpoint spray gun in safe direction and squeezespray
gun trigger to releasehigh pressure, everytime you stop
engine. Engagetrigger lockwhen not in use.
NEVERaim spray gutsat people, animals, or plants.
DO NOTsecure spray gun in open position.
DO NOTleavespray gun unattended while rnacbineis running.
NEVERusea spray gun wlsichdoes not have a trigger lock or
trigger guard in place andin working order.
Always be certain spray gun, nozzbs and accessories are
correctly attached.
WARNING
Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or
'_¢ electrb shock.
WHENADJNSTmNGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOURPRESSURE
WASHER
o Disconnectthe sparkplugwirefrornthesparkplugandplace
thewirewhereit cannotcontactsparkplug.
WHENTESTmNGFORENGINESPARK
oUseapprovedsparkplugtester.
• DONOTcheckfor sparkwith sparkplugremoved.

WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts can entangie
sands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
•NEVERoperate pressure washer without protective housing or
covers.
o DO NOTwear loosedothing_ iewelry or anything that may be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
o Tie up long hai! and rernove jewelry.
WARNING
jRisk of eye injury.
..L..__JSpray can splash back or propel objects.
Always wear safetygoggles when using this equipment or in
vicinity of where equipment is in use.
Beforestarting the pressure washer, be sureyou are wearing
adequatesafety goggles.
NEVERsubstitute safety'glasses for safety'goggles.
i NOTICE
High pressure spray may damage fragiie items including
glass.
•DO NOTpoint spray gun at glasswhen using MAX (0°) nozzle.
NEVERaim spray gun at plants.
Improper treatment of pressure washer can damage it and
shorten its iife.
If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact
Sears.
NEVERoperate units with broken or missing pa!ts, or without
protective housing or covers.
DO NOTby-pass any safetydevice on this rnachine.
DONOTtamper with governed speed.
DONOToperate pressure washer above rated pressure.
DONOT modify pressure washer in any'way.
Before starting pressure washer in cold weather,check all parts
of the equiprnentto besure ice has not formed there.
NEVERmove machine by pulling on hoses. Use handle
provided on unit.
Checkfuel system for leaksor signs of deterioration, such as
chafed or spongy hose,!oose or missing clamps_or damaged
tank or cap. Correct all defects beforeoperating pressure
washer.
This equipment is designed to be used with Searsauthorized
parts ONLY.If equipment is used with parts that DO NOT
comply with minimum specifications, userassumes all risks
and liabilities.

KNOWYOURPRESSUREWASHER
,r' F I_Read the Operator's Manual and safety rubs before operatingyourpressurewasher.
....Compare the illustrationswithyour pressurewasher to familiarizeyourselfwiththe locationsofvariouscontrolsand
adjustments. Save this manuaI for future reference,
Spray Gun Nozzle Extension with
Quick Connect
Recoil Starter
CleaningTank ProjectPro@Nozzles
HydroFoamTM Launcher
High PressureHose
FuelTank
Air Filter Oil FillCap/Dipstick
Throttle Lever
& Choke Level HigI1PressureOutlet &
Water Inlet
Air FHter-- Protectsengine by filtering dust anddebris out of
intakeair.
Autematb CeeJDawnSystem -- Cycles waterthrough pump when
water reaches125°-155°F. Warm water will discharge from purnp
onto ground. This system prevents internal pump damage.
Cbaeieg Tack - Usedto provide HydroFoamTM wash or other
detergentto the low pressurewater stream.
Choke Lever -- Preparesa cold engine for starting.
FaemTack -- Fill tank with regular unleadedfuel. Always leave room
for fuel expansion.
High Pressare Hese-- Connectone endto the water pump andthe
other endto the spray gun.
High Pressare Outbt -- To connect high pressure hose.
HydreFeamTM kauecher -- Use to apply HydroFoamTM wash or
other detergents designedspecifically for pressure washers.
Pumpequipped with Automatic
Cool Down System
Nezzb Exteesieewith Qabk Ceeeect-- Allows you to switch
between three different spray nozzlesand HydroFoarnTM Launcher.
OiJFiJJCap!Dipstick -- Checkand fill engine with oil here. See
page 19 for oil recommendations andfilling instructions.
PrejectPre® Nezzles-- Max General,and DelicateNozzles:for
various cleaningapplications.
Pump -- Developshigh pressure.
ReceiJStarter -- Usefor starting the engine manually.
Spray Qua -- Controls the application of water onto cleaning surface
with trigger device.Includes safety latch.
Thrattle Lever--Sets engine in starting mode for recoil starter and
stops a running engine.
Water leJet-- Connect garden hosehere.

Your cleaningsystem requiressome assembIyand is ready
for useonly after it has been properiy servicedwith the
recommendedoil and fuel.
Jfyou haveany prohmemswith the assembly of your
pressurewasher, please call the pressurewasher hempline
at 1o800o222o3136.
UNPACKTHEPRESSUREWASHER
1. Removeeverything from carton exceptpressure washer.
2. Opencarton completely bycutting eachcorner from top
to bottom.
3. Removepressure washer from carton.
CARTONCONTENTS
Checkali contents, if any parts are missing or damaged,call
the pressure washer hetplineat 1=800=222=3136.
° Main Unit
*Handlewith 6ieaning TankAssembly
o AccessoryTray
° High PressureHose
*Spray Gun
o NozzleExtensionwith Quick ConnectFitting
, HydroFoamTM Wash
°Oil Bottle
o Parts Bag (which includes the following):
o Operator's Manual
, Owner's Registration Card
, SafetyGoggies
, DetergentSiphoning Hose/Filter
, Bagcontaining 3 multi-coiored ProjectPro@Nozzles
° HydroFoamTM Launcher
o HydroFoamTM Launcher & Wash Instruction Sheet
°FreshStart FuelCartridge
*HandleFasteningHardwareKit (whichincludes):
° CarriageBolts (2)
° Plastic Knobs (2)
° TreeClips (4)
Becomefamiiiar with eachpiecebefore assemblingthe
pressure washer. Identify ali contents with the iiiustration on
page 6. if any parts are missing or damaged,callthe
pressure washer helpline at 1=888=222=3136.
ASSEMBLINGCLEANINGSYSTEM
Your Craftsman cJeaning system wJJJneed assembJy before
operation:
1. Fiii out and send in registration card.
2. Attach handleand accessorytray.
3. Connectdetergent siphon hoseto pump.
4. Add oii to engine crankcase.
5. Add fuel to fuel tank.
6. Connectpressure hoseto spray gun and pump.
7. Connectwater supply to pump.
8. Attach nozzleextension to spray gun.
9. Select/attachquick connect ProjectPro@nozzleto nozzle
extension.
Attach Handle and Aecesse_ Tray
1. Placehandle (A) onto handlesupports (B) connectedto
main unit. Make sure holes (C) in handlealign with holes
(C) on handle supports.
NOTE:It may be necessaryto move the handle supports
from sideto side in order to align the handie so it wiii slide
overthe handiesupports.
2. Insert carriageboits (A) through holesfrom outside of
unit and attach a plastic knob (B) from inside of unit.
Tighten by hand.
3. Piaceaccessorytray (A) over hobs (C) on handle
(viewing from front of unit). Pushthe tree clips (B) into
the holes untii they sit fiat againstthe accessorytray.
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Insert multi-colored ProjectPro@nozzlesand other
supplied accessories in spaces provided in accessory
tray. SeeHow to UseAccessory Tray.

Attach Detergent Siphon Hose te Pemp
Thepressure washer is equipped with two detergent
siphoning hoses.One is attachedto the cleaningtank and
one is loosefor siphoning pressure washer safe detergents
from a bottle or container.
Attach one of the detergent siphon hoses (A) to the barbed
hose fitting (B) on the pump,
Add Fuel
Fuel must meet these requirements:
o Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.
.A minimum of 87 octane/87AKI (91 RON).High altitude
use,see High Altitude.
.Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohot) or up to
15% MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
IMPORTANT:Onlyone detergent siphoning hosecan be used
at a time. When cleaningtank is not used, makesure
detergent shut-off valve on cleaningtank is in the "Off"
position.
Add Engine Oit
1. Placepressure washer on a flat, Ieveisurface.
2. Cleanarea around oii fiii and remove yeiiow oii fiii
cap/dipstick.
NOTE:See 0i/Recommendations in Maintenancesection.
Verify provided oil bottle is the correct viscosity for current
ambient temperature.
3. Using oiI funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottie into oil fill opening.
improper treatment of pressurewasher can damageit and
shorten its iife.
DONOTattempttocrankor starttheenginebeforeit hasbeen
properlyservicedwiththerecommendedoil.Thismayresultin
anenginefailure.
4. Replaceoil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.
Avoid pressure washer damage.
Failureto follow Operator's Manualfor fuel
recommendations voids warrant,G
DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.
DONOTmixoil in gasoline.
DONOTmodifyengineto runon alternatefuels.
To protect the fuei system from gum formation, mix in a fuel
stabiiizer when adding fuel. See Storage.Ali fuet is notthe
same. if you experiencestarting or performance problems
after using fuel, switch to a different fuei provider or change
brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The
emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine
Modifications).
WARNING
Fuetand its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or
death.
WHENADDmNGFUEL
o TurnpressurewasherOFFandletit coo[atleast2 minutes
beforeremovingfuelcap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressure
in tank.
o Fillfueltankoutdoors.
• DONOTover%tank.Allowspaceforfue!expansion.
o Iffuelspills waituntilitevaporatesbeforestartingengine.
• Keepfuelawayfromsparks,openflames,pilotlights,heat,and
otherignitionsources.
DONOTlighta cigaretteorsmoke.
Cleanareaaround fuet filI cap, removecap.
Slowly add regular unleadedfuet (A) to fuel tank (B). Be
carefui not to overfiii. Aliow about 1.5" (4 cm) (C) oftank
space for fuel expansion.
o
1,
2,

CAUTJSN!AtcohoI-blendedfuels (caiiedgasohoi, ethanol or
methanoi) can attract moisture, which ieadsto separation and
formation of acids during storage.Acidic gascan damagethe
fuei system of an enginewhiie in storage.
Toavoidengineproblems,the fueI systemshouldbetreated
with afuet preserver or emptied beforestorageof 30 daysor
longer,if adding a fue! preserver,fiii the fue! tank with fresh
fuei. if only partialiy filied, air in the tank wiii promote fuel
deterioration during storage, if fueI preserver is not used,
drainthe fueItank, startthe engineand iet it run untiithe fuel
linesand carburetorareempty. Usefresh fueInext season.See
Storagefor additionaiinformation.
NEVERuseengine or carburetor cleanerproducts in the fuel
tank as permanent damagemay occur.
FreshStart FuelCap
Adding fuel preserver helps keepfueI fresh and carburetors
cleanfor easierstarting, ali season iong. This new fuei cap
automatically drips concentratedfuel preserver into your fuel
tank.
BANGER
Contentsare harmful or fatal if swallowed. Avoid
contact to eyes,skin or clothing. DONOTtake
internally.Avoid breathingthe mist or vapor.
Overexposureto eyesor skin can causeirritation.
Keepstabilizerout of the reachof shiidren.
Fueistabiiizer is a hazardouschemical.**
If SWALLOWED,callphysicianimmediately.
*h_thecaseof anemergency,contacta physicianimmediately
andcall1-800-424-9300for materialsafety[nforrnation.
**Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-dbtret-butylphenol (128-39-2) and aiiphatic petroleum
distillate (64742-47-8),
1. Placecartridge into fuet cap.
4. Reinstallfue! cap on fueltank.
5. Periodicaliy checkthe cartridge to ensurethere is stiii
fuei stabilizer inside. If it is empty, removecartridge and
replace.
Nigh,_Nitude
At altitudes over5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum
85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To
remainemissions compiiant, high aititude adjustment is
required. Operationwithout this adjustment wiii cause
decreasedperformance, increased fueI consumption, and
increasedemissions. Seea qualified Searsdealerfor high
altitude adjustment information. Operationof the engine at
altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude
kit is not recommended.
Cennect Hese and Water Supply te Pump
NOTE:Removeand discardthe shipping caps from the
pump's high pressure outlet and water inlet beforeattaching
hoses.
DONOTrun the pump without the water supply connected
and turned on.
Damageto equipmentresultingfrom failureto followthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty
Uncoil high pressure hose and attach one end of hoseto
baseof spray gun. Tighten by hand.
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2. Pushto "snap" cartridge into piace.
3. Removetab to expose membrane.
iMPORTANT:DONOTremovethe silver foil sealon the
opposite side.
WARNING
Thehigh pressurestream of water that this
_ quipment produces cancut through skin and itsunderlyingtissues, ieadingto serious injury and
}ossibb amputation.
o NEVERconnecthighpressurehoseto nozzleextension.
• Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto purnpandspraygun
whilesystemis pressurized.
• Alwaysbecertainspraygun,nozzbsandaccessoriesare
correctlyattached.

.Attach other end of high pressure hoseto high pressure
outlet on pump. Tighten by hand.
3. Beforeconnectinggarden hoseto water inlet, inspect
inlet screen.Cleanscreen (A) if it contains debris or have
it replacedif damaged.DONOTrun pressure washer if
inlet screen isdamaged or missing.
.Run water through garden hose for 30 secondsto flush
it of debris. Turn off water.
IMPORTANT:DONOTsiphon standing water for the water
supply. UseONLYcold water (less than 100%).
5. Connectgarden hose (notto exceed50 feet in length) to
water inlet. Tighten by hand.
NOTICE
Using a OneWay Valve(vacuum breakeror checkvalve)
at pump inlet cancause pump or inlet connector damage.
ThereMUSTbeatleasttenfeet(3 rn)ofunrestrictedgarden
hosebetweenthepressurewasherinletandany'device,suchas
avacuumbreakeror checkvalve.
Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis
instructionwillvoidwarranty,
6, Turn ONwater, point gun in a safe direction and squeeze
trigger to purge pump system of air and impurities.
WARNING
IRisk of eyeinjury.
_Spray cansplash back or propel objects.
Alwayswearsafetygoggleswhenusingthis equipmentor in
vicinityof whereequipmentisin use.
Beforestartingthepressurewasher,besureyouarewearing
adequatesafetygoggles.
NEVERsubstitutesafetyglassesfor safetygoggles.
Checklist Befere Starting Engine
Reviewthe unit to ensureyou have performed all of the
following:
1. Besure to read SafetyRu/'esand Operationsections
before usingthe cleaning system.
2. Makesure handle is in placeand secure.
3. Checkthat oii has beenadded to proper levelin engine
crankcase.
4. Add proper fuelto fuei tank.
5. Checkfor proper hoseconnections (high pressure and
water suppiy) and that there are no kinks, cuts, or
damageto the higil pressure hose.
6. Provideproper water supply (not to exceedIO0°F).
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