Craftsman 580.752140 User manual

Operator'sManual
®
3000 PSi MAX
2.7 GPiVIMAX
_odei No. 580.752140
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.
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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 space for 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 causes fuel 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
Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result
in bodily injury. Kickback will pulI hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can Iet go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains
could result.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spray gun
pressure.
o When starting engine pull cord slowly until resistance is felt
and then pul! rapidly to avoid kickback.
o After eachstarting atternpt where enginefails to run, always
point spray gun in safe direction and squeezespray gun trigger
to releasehigh pressure. Engagespray gutstrigger lock.
o Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid iniury when spray gun kicks back.
WARNING
Useof pressure washer cancreate puddles and
slippepj 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!00-1C or laterrevision.IntheStateofCaliforniaa
sparkarresteris requiredundersection4442oftheCalifornia
Publicresourcescode.Otherstatesrnayhavesimilarlaws.
pressure stream of water th_(ttlsJ-['_
equipment produces can cut through skin and its
_ nderlying tissues, ieading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
_l '_ Spray gun traps h gh 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 hose connectedto purnp 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 itsuse.
NEVERaim spray gutsat people, animab, or plants
DO NOTsecure spray gun in open position.
DO NOTleavespray gun unattended while rnachineis running
NEVERusea spray gun which does not havea 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.
WHENADJNSTmNGOR_dAKtNGREPAIRSTOYOURPRESSURE
WASHER
o Disconnectthe sparkplugwirefrornthesparkplugandplace
thewirewhereit cannotcontactsparkplug.
WHENTESTmNGFORENGINESPARK
o Useapprovedsparkplugtester.
• 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 usedwith parts that DO NOT
comply with minimum specifications, userassumes all risks
and liabilities.

KNOWYOURPRESSUREWASHER
,r' F I_Read the Operator's ManuaJ and safety ruJesbefore 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 ProjectProTM Nozzles
HydroFoamTM Launcher
High PressureHose
FuelTank
Air Filter Oil FillCap/Dipstick
Throttle Lever
& Choke Level HigI1PressureOutlet &
Water Inlet
Air FHter-- Protects engine by filtering dust anddebris out of
intakeair.
Autematic CeeJDawnSystem -- Cycles waterthrough pump when
water reaches125°-155°F. Warm water will discharge from purnp
onto ground. This system prevents internal pump damage.
CJeaeiegTack - Usedto provide HydroFoamTM wash or other
detergentto the low pressurewater stream.
CheLaLever -- Preparesa cold engine for starting.
Feel Tack -- Fill tank with regular unleadedfuel. Always leave room
for fuel expansion.
High Pressare Hese-- Connectone end to the water pump and the
other endto the spray gun.
High Pressare OutJet-- 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
NezzJeE×teesieewith Qaick Ceeeect-- Allows you to switch
between three different spray nozzlesand HydroFoamTM Launcher.
Oil Fill Cap!Dipstick -- Check and add engine oil here. Seepage 19
for oil recommendations and filling instructions.
PrejectPreTM Nezzles-- Max, General,and DelicateNozzles:for
various cleaningapplications.
Pump -- Developshigh pressure.
ReceiJStarter -- Usefor starting the engine manually.
Spray Gue -- Controls the application of water onto cleaning surface
with trigger device.Includes safetylatch.
Thrattle Lever--Sets engine in starting mode for recoil starter and
stops a running engine.
Water Icier-- Connect garden hosehere.

Your cleaningsystem requiressome assembIyand is ready
for useonly after it has been properiy servicedwith the
recommendedoil and fuel.
tf you haveany prohbmswith the assembly of your
pressurewasher, please call the pressurewasher hempline
at 1o800o222o3136.
UNPACKTHEPRESSUREWASHER
1. RemoveeveGrthingfrom 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
*Handb with 6ieaning TankAssembly
o AccessoryTray
° High PressureHose
*Spray Gun
o NozzleExtensionwith Quick ConnectFitting
, HydroFoamTM Wash
°Oil Bottle
, Parts Bag (which includes the following):
o Operator's Manual
, Owner's Registration Card
, SafetyGoggies
o DetergentSiphoning Hose/Fiiter
, Bagcontaining 3 muiti-coiored ProjectProTM NozzIes
, 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 ati contents with the iiiustrationon
page 6. if any parts are missing or damaged,callthe
pressure washer hetplineat 1=800=222=3136.
ASSEMBLINGCLEANINGSYSTEM
YourCraftsmancleaningsystem will needassembly 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 ProjectProTM nozzleto nozzle
extension.
Attach Handle and Aecesse_ Tray
1. Placehandle (A) onto handb supports (B) connectedto
main unit. Make sure holes (C) in handb align 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 handb supports.
2. Insert carriageboits (A) through holesfrom outside of
unit and attach a plastic knob (B) from inside of unit.
Tighten by hand.
3. Placeaccessorytray (A) over holes (C) on handle
(viewing from front of unit). Pushthe tree clips (B) into
the holes until they sit fiat againstthe accessorytray.
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Insert multi-colored ProjectProTM 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.
Add Engine Oil
1. Placepressure washer on a fiat, ieveisurface.
2. Cleanarea around oii fiii and remove yeilow oil fill
cap/dipstick.
NOTE:See Oi/Recommendations in Ma,_qtenancesection.
Verify provided oiI bottle is the correct viscosity for current
ambient temperature.
3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottie into off fiii opening.
improper treatment of pressurewasher can damageit and
shorten its iife.
DONOTattempttocrankor sta!ttheenginebeforeit hasbeen
properlyservicedwiththerecommendedoil.Thismayresultin
anenginefailure.
4. Replaceoil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.
Avoid pressure washer damage.
Faiiureto foliow 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.
WHEN ADDmNGFUEL
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 tiffed, 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 chiidren.
Fueistabiiizer is a hazardouschemical.**
If SWALLOWED,callphysicianimmediately.
*h_thecaseof anemergency,contacta physicianimmediately
andcall1-800-424-9300for materialsafety[nforrnation.
**Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylphenol (128-39-2) and aiiphatic petroleum
distil!ate (64742-47-8),
1. Placecartridge into fuei cap.
4. Reinstallrue!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.
Cenneet 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.
Uncoii high pressure hose and attach one end of hoseto
baseof spray gun. Tigllten 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 its
underlyingtissues, ieadingto serious injury and
_ossibteamputation.
• NEVERconnecthighpressurehoseto nozzleextension.
o Keephighpressurehoseconnectedto pumpandspraygun
whilesystemis pressurized.
o Alwaysbecertainspraygun,nozzlesandaccessoriesare
correctlyattached.

2. 6. TurnONwater,pointguninasafedirectionandsqueeze
triggertopurgepumpsystemofairandimpurities.
Attachotherendofhighpressurehosetohighpressure
outietonpump.Tightenbyhand.
3. Beforeconnectinggardenhosetowaterinlet,inspect
inletscreen.Cleanscreen(A)ifitcontainsdebrisorhave
itreplacedifdamaged.DONOTrunpressurewasherif
interscreen isdamaged or missing.
4. Run water througil garden hose for 30 secondsto flush
it of debris. Turn off water.
iMPORTANT:DONOTsiphon standing water for the water
supply=UseONLYcoid water (iess than IO0°F).
5. Connectgarden hose (not to exceed50 feet in length) to
water inlet. Tighten by hand.
WARNING
IRisk of eyeinjury.
_Spray cansplash back or propel objects.
Alwayswearsafetygoggleswhenusingthis equipmentor in
vicinityof whereequipmentisin use.
Beforestartingthepressurewasher,besureyouarewearing
adequatesafetygoggles.
NEVERsubstitutesafetyglassesfor safetygoggles.
ChecMist Befere Starting Engine
Reviewthe unit to ensureyou have performed all of the
following:
1= Besure to read SafetyRules and Operationsections
before usingthe cieaning system.
2= Makesure handle is in placeand secure=
3= Checkthat eli has beenadded to proper levelin engine
crankcase=
4. Add proper fuelto fuel tank.
5. Checkfor proper hoseconnections (high pressure and
water suppiy) and that there are no kinks, cuts, or
damageto the high pressure hose.
6. Provideproper water supply (not to exceedIO0°F).
Using a One Way Valve (vacuum breaker or check valve)
at pump inlet can cause pump or inlet connector damage.
ThereMUST beat leastten feet (3 rn)of unrestricted garden
hosebetweenthe pressure washer inlet and any device,such as
avacuum breakeror checkvalve.
Damageto equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
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