Craftsman 919.672180 - Manuel (Page 15)

15- ENG D30339
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE
MAINTENANCE TASK
PRESSURE WASHER
ENGINE
check/clean inlet screen
check high pressure hose
check soap and chemical
hose and filter
check gun and wand for leaks
check oil level
change oil
check air cleaner
clean/replace spark plug
prepare for storage
Before
each use
Every 25
hours or
yearly
Every 50
hours or
yearly
Every 100
hours or
yearly
Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for longer
than 30 days
X
X
X
X
X
X**
X*
X
clean debris X
clean air cooling system X
clean combustion chamber X
* Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 50 hours or every
season. Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy
load or in high temperatures.
** Clean more often under conditions of dust or airborne debris. Replace air
cleaner parts, if very dirty.
5. If needed, add oil slowly and
recheck. Do not over fill.
NOTE: Use a high quality detergent oil
classified “For Service SF, SG, SH,
SJ” or higher, such as SAE 30.
NOTE: Other viscosities shown in the
chart may be used when the average
temperature in your area is within the
recommended range.
6. Replace filler cap/dipstick.
ENGINE
To Check Oil
1. Shut down engine and place on a
level surface.
2. Remove filler cap/dipstick and
wipe it clean.
3. Replace and tighten dipstick.
Remove and check oil level.
4. Oil level should be at the FULL
line on dipstick.
F -20 0 20 40 60 80 100
C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
STARTING TEMPERATURES RANGE
ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
*
**
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SAE Viscosity Grades
Synthetic 5W-30, 10W-30
Filler cap/
dipstick