Craftsman 580.747100 - Manual (Page 12)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Changing Oil (continued):
” When a!! oil has drained, install and tighten oil plug,
o Remove oil dipstick. Wipe dipstick clean.
• Fill engine crankcase with recommended oil until oil
level is at "FULL" point on oil dipstick. Do not overfill
above that mark. About 20 ounces is required. POUR
SLOWLY.
“ When engine crankcase is filled to proper level, install
and tighten oil dipstick.
Service Air Cleaner:
Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged if
you run it using a dirty air cleaner.
Clean or replace the air cleaner paper filter once every 100
hours of operation or once a year, whichever comes first,
first. Clean or replace more often if operating under dusty
or dirty conditions. Replacements are available at your
local Sears Authorized Service Center.
To dean or replace air cleaner (Fig, 15):
• Loosen cover screws (these need not be removed) and
remove cover. Thoroughly clean inside of base and
cover.
Insert cartridge (new or used) and reassemble cover to
base as it was before removal. Tighten cover screws
securely.
Replace Spark Plug:
Change the spark plug every 100 hours of operation or
once each year, whichever comes first. This will help
engine to start easier and run better. See pressure washer
specifications for the type of spark plug you need. Spark
plug gap is 0,030 inch (0.76mm).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS
Carburetor:
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your
nearest Sears Service dealer. Engine performance may
be affected in altitudes above 4,000 feet. To improve
engine performance, install a High Altitude Adjustment kit.
To obtain this kit, see your nearest Sears Service dealer.
Engine Speed:
WARNING: NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE GOV­
ERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER
ENGINE
SPEED, OVERSPEEDING ENGINE
ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE
DANGEROUS.
IMPORTANT; CHANGING OF ENGINE GOVERNED
SPEED WILL VOID ENGINE WARRANTY,
PUMP ADJUSTMENT
You can adjust the pressure output of your washer by
turning the pressure regulator,,
However, you must be careful '
when turning the regulator be­
cause you can unscrew the han­
dle and remove It completely, in
some instances, if you remove
the knob while the washer is
running, the unloader spacer
can come out You can replace
the spacer easily by following
these steps;
FIG. 16
• Turn off your pressure washer with the proper proce­
dure,
• Replace the spacer so the protudlng part goes in first
(Fig, 16).
• Manipulate the spacer with a screw driver so the plate
fits snugly inside the pipe.
• Replace the regulator knob
PUMP MAINTENANCE
Pump Oil: Change pump oil after first 50 hours of opera­
tion. Change every 500 hours thereafter. To change pump
oil, follows these steps:
• Remove pump shield.
• Remove the Oil Fill Plug on top of pump (Fig. 17).
• Tilt the pressure washer to
allow pump oil to pour into
proper container.
IMPORTANT: RUN THE EN­
GINE UNTIL FUEL TANK IS
EMPTY, TIPPING THE UNIT
COULD CAUSE GASOLINE TO
SPILL AND ALSO ENTER THE
CARBURETOR,
FIG. 17
Insert funnel and add recommended SAE 15W-40 oil
then install Oil Fill Plug. Capacity is 5 ounces (150
grams).
Reinstall the pump's oil fill plug and reattach the pump
shield.
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