Sears 580.741380 User manual

OVVNE "S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
580.741380
CAUTION:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Inslructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
3.8 HORESPOWER
1500 PSi 2GPM
HIGH PRESSURE WASHER
=Assembly
oOperation
° Customer Responsibilities
.Service and Adjustment
°Repair Parts
SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S,A.
Part No 97340GS,Rev,6 (9t18]96)
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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON-
TACT SPARK PLUG, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL START1NG WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING,
ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER
TRAINING:
® Engineexhaustgases containDEADLYcarbonmonox-
ide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient
concentrations, ce,'_cause unconsciousness or even
death. Operate thisequipmentonlyintheopenairwhere
adequateventilationisavailable.
•Neveraimthe gun at people,animals or plants.
= High pressure spray cancause paint chipsor other par-
ticles tobecome airborneand flyat highspeeds.
eAhvayswear eyeprotectionwhenyou usathis equipment
or when you are inthe vicinity where the equiprnent isin
USe,
•Operate the pressure at no more than the PSt fluid
pressure ratedforyour pressure washer.
•Never .movethemachine by pullingonthe high pres_re
hose_usa thehandle _ on timtop ofthe unit.
e Alwaysbe certainthespraygun,noT.._esand accessories
are cor--r_! attached.
=Neverusea spraygunwhichdoesnot havea tnggerkx::k
or trigger guard inplaceandin workingorder°
• Usearespiratorormaskwheneverttmreisa chance that
vaporsmay be inhaled. Read ati instructionswith the
masksoyou are certainthe maskwill providethe neces-
sary protectionagainst inhalingharmfulvapors,
•High pressurespray maydamage fragile items including
glass,, Do not point spray gun at glass when in the jet
spray mode.
®Keep the hose connectedto machine or the spray gun
whilethe system ispressurized. Disconnecting the hose
whilethe unit ispressurizedis dangerous_
•Hold the spray g.n firmtyin your hand before you start
the uniL Failuretodo socouldresult in an injury1toma
whippingspraygun. Do not leave the spray gun unat-
tendedwhilethe machineisrunning.
® The cleaningarea shoLltdhave adequate slopes and
drainagetoreducethepossibility ofa fall dueto slippery
surfaces.
e Keepwatersprayawayfromelectricwiringorfatalelec_c
shockmay resuiL
• Do notadjustu_loadervalveto a pressure in excessof
machinerating_
•Do notsecuretriggerguninthepulkback(open)position.
eDo notby_passanysafety device onthis machine,
•Do notleave triggerclosedfor morethan 5 minutes wi_
enginerunning,This coulddamage the pump°
• The muffler'and engine heat up duringoperation and
remain hot immediatelyafter shuttingit down. Avoid
contactwith ahot muffler or engine or you could be
severely burned.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE'.
•Operate andstorethisunit ona stable surface,
•Highpressurehosecandevelopleaksfrom wear, kinking,
abuse, etc, Water spraying from a leak is capable Of
injeclJngmaterialintoskin,Inspecthose eachtimebefore
usingit,, Check all hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasions or
bulgingofcover,ordamage ormovement of couplings,tf
any oftheseconditionsexist, replace hose immediately.
Neverrepairhighpressurehose,,Replaceit with another
hosethat meets minimum pressurerating ofyour pres-
surewasher,,
e Gas_ine is highlyFLAMMABLE and itsv_aporsareE_'.-
PLOSIVE. DOnot permit smoking,open names,sparks
or heat in the vicink'y while handling gasoline. Avoid
spilling gasoline on a hot engir_. Allowunitto coolfor2
minutes before refueling. CompLywithall tawsregulating
storage and handling of gasolineo
•Locate this pressurewasher inareas awayfromcombus-
tible materials, combustiblefumes or duel
oThe high pressure equipmentisdesignedto be usedwith
Sears authorized parts only. If you use this equipment
with parts that donotcomply with minimumspecif_-.ations,
the user assumes all risks and liabilities.
o Somechemicals ordetergentsmay be harmfulifinhaled
oringested,causing severenausea,faintingorpoisoning.
Theharmfu! elements may cause propertydamage or
severeinjury°
e Do notallowCHILDREN tooperatethePressureWasher
at any time,
PREPARATION:
oOperate engine only at governedspeed,. Runningthe
engine at excesswe speeds increasesthe hazard of
personalinjury,. Do not tamper _partswhich may
increase or decreasethe govemea speea_
e Do notwear looseclothing,jewelryor anythingthatmay
be caught inthe starter or other' rotatingparts_
= Before starting the Pressure Washer in coldweather,
checkall parts of the equipment and be sure icehas not
formed there°
• Units with broken or missing parts, or without protective
housing or'covers shouidNEVER be operated,
• The muffler and air clearer must be installedand ingood
conditionbefore operating the PressureWasher. These
componentsact as spark anestors iftheenginebackfires,,
•Check thefuel system for Ieaks orsignsofdeterioration
suchas chafedorspongyhose,Ic_seormissingdamps
or'damagedtank orcap. Correct alldefectsbefore oper-
ating the PressureWasher.,
OPERATION:
• Do not sprayflammable liquids,,
e Never allowany part ofthe bodytocome incontac_
the fluidstream. DO NOT come in contactwitha fluid
streamcreatedby a leak in thehighpressurehose.
• High pressure stream of fluid that this equipmentcan
producecanpierceskinand its underlyincjtissues,lead-
ing to serious injury and possible amputation,,
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS "ATTENTIONIH BE-
COME ALERTIt! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED."

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Crafts-
man high pressure washer° It has been designed, engi-
neered and manufactt_red to give you the best possible
dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-
ter/Department or call the 1+800 number listed on the front
of _is manual We have competent, well-trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your high pressure
washer properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Pressure Washer Specifications
PUMP PRESSURE
FLOW RATE
DETERGENT MIX
DETERGENT RATIO
Adiustable to 15_ PS!
2 gpm
Use undiluted detergent
Adjustable to 26:1
WATER SUPPLY
TEMPERATURE Not to exceed 140°F
MODEL
NUMBER 5804741380
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE_
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE PRES-
SURE WASHER.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE°
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-
uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details..
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your high pressure washer,,
• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-
ties" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual.
Engine Specifications
ENGINE MODEL
RATED HORSEPOWER
DISPLACEMENT
SPARK PLUG: TyI_:
Set Gap.To.
GASOLINE CAPACITY
OI L (20 oz. capacity )
SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP
Bdggs & Stratton
3.8
9.67 cu. inches. (158cc)
Champion RJ-8C
0,030 krt_ (0,76ram)
I-Ir2 u.s, mJarts
SAE,30 w_k:jht
0.0125 inch
In the State of California a spark arrestor is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
NOTE: ifyou equip the engine of your pressure washer with
a spark arrestor muffler, the spark arrestor must be maim
tained in effective working order by the owner/operator.
You can order a spark arrestor through your Sears Service
Center, See Repair Parts section of engine for part num-
bers.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN HIGH PRESSURE WASHER
For oneyear from the date of purchase,whenthisCraftsmanHighPressureWasher is maintained and operated according to
the instructionsin the owner'smanual, Searswillrepair,free ofcharge, anydefect in material and workmanship.
if this washer is used for commerci_ purposes,this warranty appliesfor only 90 days from the date of purchase_If this high
pressurewasher isused for rentalpurposes,thiswarrantyappliesfor only 30days alter 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, includingdamage 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_EPARTMEN'F THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES,
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, 1L 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3
WARRANTY .................................................................... 3
ACCESSOR IES AND ATTACHMENTS ......................... 5
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ............................. 6
KNOW YOUR HIGH PRESSUR E WA_SHER.................. 7
ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 8-11
OPERATION ............................................................ t2-14
CUSTOME R RESPON SIBILITIE S .......................... 15-17
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .................................. 17
STORAGE .................................................................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 19
REPLACE MENT PARTS ......................................... 20-27
ORDERING PARTS ..................................... BACK PAGE
-A-
Accessories .............. 5
Adjustable Nozzle .... 13,14,17
Air Cleaner ............ 7, 16
-B-
Before Each Use ......... 15
Before Stardng the Engine.. 10
--C--
Carburetor ............... 17
Cleaning Tips ............ 14
Customer ResponsibililJes 3, 15
Changing Oil ............. 10, 16
Checking Oil Level ........... 16
General RecomrnendalJons .... 15
Pressure Washer Maintenance .15
Replaca Spark Plug ........... 17
Service Air Cleaner ........... 16
\
Engine Speed ............ 17
-G-
Guide Handle ............. 8
INDEX
Hardware Pack ............ 6
High Pressure Hose ....... 7, 9
wi,-
MaintBnance
Agreement .................. 3
Engine ...................... 16
Pressure Washer ............ 15
Schedule ................... 15
-O-
Oil, Engine ............... 10
Operation
Del_rgent Applica_on ........ 14
Ge_ng Stared ................ 12
How_o Use ..................... 13
S_pping .....................12
To Start Engine ............... 12
To Turn on Washer ............ 12
Order Parts ....... back page
-p-
PressureRegulator........ 1.4
-R--
Replacement Parts ...... 20-27
-S-
Safety Latch ............. 12
Safety Rules .............. 2
Service and Adjuslments... 17
Siphoning ............... 14
Spec_calJons ............. 3
Spray Gun .......... 13,14,t7
Starting InslructJons
Before St_ng the Engine .... 10
Checklist Before S_ng ..... 11
KnowYour Pressure Washer... 7
Preparing,forFirstUse ........8
RemovingfromCartDn......... 8
To Assemble.Components ..... 9
S_rage
Engine ..................... 18
PressureWasher Pump ...... 18
-T =-
Troubleshooting .......... I9
-W-
Warranty ................. 3

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
These accessories and attachments were available when _he high pressure v_sher v_s purchased° They are also
available at most Sears retail outlets and service cen_rs. Most Sears stores can order _hese imms for you when you
provide me model number of your high pressure washer. FOR THE LIST OF ACCESSORIES AND THEIR PART
NUMBERS, REFER TO THE REPLACEMENT PARTS SECTION IN THE BACK OF THE MANUAL
FLOOR/SIDING
BRUSH KIT ROTATING BRUSH KiT UT]LITY
BRUSH KIT 18" STAINLESS
STEEL EXTENSION
ELECTRIC TURBO
NOZZLE ANGLE EXTENSION KIT TURBO NOZZLE
EXTENSION
1/4" I..Do25_ EXTENSION
HOSE
HIGH PRESSURE
HOSE QUICK
CONNECT KIT
TURBO NOZZLE
16OOand 1900 PSi
ACCESSORY
QUICK CONNECT
3t8" I.D., 50ft. EXTENSION
HOSE
ACCESSORY
QUICK CONNECT
STARTER KIT
CHEMICAL INJEC_ON
FOAMER
HIGH PRESSURE
HOSE TO HOSE
COUPLING
\ ACCESSORY SERVtCE
BRACKET KIT
TURBO NOZZLE
2200 and 2500 PSi
tV?JLTt-PUR-
POSE/HOUSE
WAS H
DECK WASH
GARDEN HOSE
QUICK CONNECT
_*vtTH 2 ADAPTOR S
DEGREASERVEHICLE 1130AT
WASH
PRESSURE
GAUGE
WAX