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Storage
Winter Storage
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and
render your unit inoperable.
• Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1. Follow steps 1-4 in the previous section After Each
Use.
2. Use Pump Saver, Model 6039, to treat pump. This
minimizes freeze damage and lubricates pistons and
seals.
3. If Pump Saver is not available, connect a 3 ft.
(1 m) section of garden hose to water inlet adapter.
Pour RV-antifreeze (antifreeze without alcohol) into
hose. Pull recoil handle twice. Disconnect 3 ft. (1 m)
hose.
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
Long Term Storage
If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more
than 30 days, you must prepare the engine and pump for
long term storage.
Protect Fuel System
Fuel Additive:
Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale
fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel
system or on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh,
use Briggs & Stratton® Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment &
Stabilizer, available wherever Briggs & Stratton genuine
service parts are sold.
There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a
fuel stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the
engine for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout
the fuel system before storage.
If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel
stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container.
Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of
a fuel stabilizer in the storage container is recommended
to maintain freshness.
Storing the Engine
See the engine operator’s manual for instructions on how
to properly prepare the engine for storage.
Protecting the Pump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral
deposits or freezing, use Pump Saver, Model 6039, to
treat pump. This prevents freeze damage and lubricates
pistons and seals.
NOTICE Pump Saver is available as an optional accessory.
It is not included with the pressure washer. Contact the
nearest authorized service center to purchase Pump Saver.
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing
temperatures.
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and
render your unit inoperable.
• Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
To use Pump Saver, make sure the pressure washer is
turned off and disconnected from supply water. Read and
follow all instructions and warnings given on the Pump
Saver container.
Pump Saver Storage
1. On the back of the accessory tray, insert rubber strap
into first opening until it locks.
2. Set the Pump Saver bottle in the space between the
two slots.
3. Wrap the strap over the bottle and feed through the
slot and hook onto knob.
Other Storage Tips
1. DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless it
has been treated as described in Protect Fuel System.
2. Replace fuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
in fuel can cause problems if it’s used with this unit.
3. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does
not retain moisture.
4. Store unit in a clean and dry area.
Storage
WARNING Storage covers could cause a fire resulting
in death or serious injury.
• DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot pressure washer.
• Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the
cover on the equipment.