background image

Page 7

SKU 98444

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

turn the engine switch to its 

a. 

“OFF” position.
allow the engine to completely cool.

b. 

then, remove the spark plug 

c. 

wire(s) from the spark plug(s).

Keep all safety guards in place and in 

2. 

proper working order.  Safety guards 

include muffler, air cleaner, mechani

-

cal guards, and heat shields, among 

other guards.

do not alter or adjust any part of 

3. 

the equipment or its engine that is 

sealed by the manufacturer or dis-

tributor.  Only a qualified service 

technician may adjust parts that 

may increase or decrease gov-

erned engine speed.

Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, 

4. 

heavy-duty work gloves, and dust 

mask/respirator during use and ser-

vice.
Keep the high pressure hose con-

5. 

nected to the pressure washer and 

spray Gun while the system is pres-

surized.  Disconnecting the pressure 

hose while the unit is pressurized is 

dangerous, and may cause injury.
Do not allow the high pressure hose 

6. 

to come in contact with any hot part 

of the unit.  The hose might be dam-

aged, possibly causing it to burst or 

leak under high pressure. 
Maintain labels and nameplates on 

7. 

the equipment.  These carry impor-

tant information.  If unreadable or 

missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools 

for a replacement.
If water is leaking out of the Pressure 

8. 

Washer immediately turn off the unit.  

Unplug the Pressure Washer, and 

discharge all pressure before tighten-

ing fittings or having repair work done 

by a qualified technician.

When the engine is running, do not 

9. 

allow the Pressure Washer to remain 

idle for more than two minutes.  If 

allowed to remain idle, the water in 

the unit will heat up, possibly causing 

damage to the Pressure Washer.  
Have the equipment serviced by a 

10. 

qualified repair person using only 

identical replacement parts.  This will 

ensure that the safety of the equip-

ment is maintained.  Do not attempt 

any service or maintenance proce-

dures not explained in this manual 

or any procedures that you are un-

certain about your ability to perform 

safely or correctly.
Store equipment out of the reach of 

11. 

children.
Follow scheduled engine and equip-

12. 

ment maintenance.

refueling:

Do not smoke, or allow sparks, 

1. 

flames, or other sources of ignition 

around the equipment, especially 

when refuelling.

Do not refill the fuel tank while the 

2. 

engine is running or hot.

Do not fill fuel tank to the top.  Leave 

3. 

a little room for the fuel to expand as 

needed.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area only.

4. 

 save tHese 

instructiOns.

Summary of Contents for 98444

Page 1: ...using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury Save this manual Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein m...

Page 2: ...Equipment Operation 11 Technical Specifications 14 Servicing 14 Maintenance Procedures 14 Engine Oil Change 14 Air Filter Element Maintenance 14 Spark Plug Maintenance 15 Fuel Filter Replacement if eq...

Page 3: ...which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices no...

Page 4: ...in cold weather check all of the parts of the unit to make sure ice has not formed Do not store the unit any where that the temperature will fall below 32 F 0 C OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 1 Carbon Monoxid...

Page 5: ...arts Do not cover the engine or equipment 14 during operation Keep the equipment engine and sur 15 rounding area clean at all times Use the equipment accessories etc 16 in accordance with these instru...

Page 6: ...peated or long term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury particularly to the hands arms and shoulders To reduce the risk of vibration related injury Anyone using vib...

Page 7: ...pment These carry impor tant information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement If water is leaking out of the Pressure 8 Washer immediately turn off the unit Unplug t...

Page 8: ...d with this product Unpacking When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cov...

Page 9: ...ergent Hose 22 to the Detergent Inlet Con nection and place the other end into the container holding the detergent Only use detergents specified for use with Pressure Washers Only use the Black low pr...

Page 10: ...Page 10 SKU 98444 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Engine diagram...

Page 11: ...op c er amount and type of both fuel and oil Note This engine includes an automatic low oil shutdown sensor that disables the engine if the oil level is too low Read the Equipment Opera d tion section...

Page 12: ...ly use the pressure washer on surfaces capable of withstanding the force of the spray Only use the Black Nozzle when using pressure washer detergents The power of the other Nozzles will propel mist ba...

Page 13: ...un back and forth slowly and steadi ly to pressure wash the surface Take special care when spraying surfaces made of two different materials brick and mortar for example to not dam age the softer of t...

Page 14: ...further use Maintenance Procedures Many maintenance procedures including any not detailed in this manual will need to be performed by a qualified technician for safety If you have any doubts about yo...

Page 15: ...ten until the gasket contacts the cylinder head then about 1 2 2 3 turn more Non gasket style Finger tighten until the plug contacts the head then about 1 16 turn more Apply dielectric spark plug boot...

Page 16: ...nd 100 operation hours should be performed at least yearly After Every 300 Operation Hours Clean fuel tank and carburetor a Clean carbon build up from combus b tion chamber Storage Wait for engine to...

Page 17: ...stor 5 age keep in mind that untreated gas oline will deteriorate quickly Drain the fuel tank and change to fresh fuel if untreated gasoline has been sitting for a month if treated gasoline has been s...

Page 18: ...rk plug and set choke to start position Ignition spark Related Spark plug wire not connected 1 securely Spark plug electrode wet or dirty 2 Incorrect spark plug gap 3 Spark plug wire broken 4 Incorrec...

Page 19: ...unleaded gasoline Test replace fuel tank cap 3 Have qualified technician service 4 magneto Engine knocks Old or low quality gasoline 1 Engine overloaded 2 Incorrect spark timing deposit 3 buildup worn...

Page 20: ...wise 4 Clean strainer 5 Clean Nozzle 6 Dissolve by running warm water 7 through the injection tube Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine PLEASE READ TH...

Page 21: ...ator 1 19 Wheel Shaft Cap 2 20 Spring Gasket 2 21 Detergent Filter 1 22 Detergent Hose 1 23 Ribbon 1 24 Cross Bolt 2 25 Locknut 2 26 Gasket 4 27 Gun 1 28 Gun Hook Cover 2 29 Foot 2 30 Bolt 2 31 Locknu...

Page 22: ...Page 22 SKU 98444 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 General Assembly diagram 39...

Page 23: ...A Pressure Adjusting Gasket 1 29A Valve Cover 1 30A O ring 1 31A O ring 1 32A Rod Set 1 33A U packing 1 34A O ring 1 35A U packing 1 36A O ring 1 37A Valve Jacket 1 Pump PARTS LIST Part Description Qt...

Page 24: ...Page 24 SKU 98444 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Pump DIAGRAM When ordering replacement parts from this list the A suffix must be included in order to get the correct part...

Page 25: ...1 45B Drain Plug Washer 2 46B Drain Plug Bolt 2 47B Crank Case 1 48B Flywheel 1 49B Semicircle Key 1 50B Fan 1 51B Starter Pulley 1 52B Flywheel Side Plate 1 Engine PARTS LIST Part Description Qty 53B...

Page 26: ...Page 26 SKU 98444 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Engine diagram When ordering replacement parts from this list the B suffix must be included in order to get the correct part 84...

Page 27: ...tem warranty on your 1997 and later Small Off Road Engine herein engine Within the United States new off road spark ignition engines certified for model year 1997 and later must be designed built and...

Page 28: ...authorized by HFT a Improper installation adjustment or repair of the engine b or of any warranted part unless performed by an autho rized warranty center Failure to follow recommendations on fuel us...

Reviews: