Background
The Craftsman 2000 PSI Pressure Washer 580.768210 is a pressure washer manufactured by Goldstar for Sears. It is powered by a 5.5 horsepower Tecumseh LEV120 engine and can deliver a maximum pressure of 2000 PSI at a flow rate of 2.0 gallons per minute. The pressure washer runs on regular unleaded gasoline and uses SAE 30 general purpose detergent oil.
The pressure washer includes features like an adjustable nozzle that can provide a spray pattern varying from 0 to 40 degrees, a system for injecting detergents, a 25 feet long high pressure hose, and a wheeled base with handle for portability. It also includes a thermal relief system to prevent overheating, connectors for garden hose for easy water hookup, and storage for the nozzle and detergent bottle. It is 17 inches long, 17 inches wide, and 34 inches high, and weighs 83 lbs. To keep it operating properly, regular maintenance includes checking and cleaning the water inlet screen, inspecting the high pressure hose for wear and damage, flushing the detergent siphon tube after each use, changing the engine oil after the first 2 hours and then every 25 hours, cleaning or replacing the air filter every 100 hours, replacing the spark plug annually, and draining water and using pump protector solution for winter storage.
Technical Specifications
- Maximum pressure: 2000 PSI
- Maximum flow rate: 2.0 GPM
- Engine: Tecumseh LEV120, 5.5 HP
- Fuel tank capacity: 1.5 quarts
- Fuel type: Regular unleaded gasoline
- Oil type: SAE 30 general purpose detergent oil
- Pump type: Axial cam pump with thermal relief
- Power source: Pull start recoil
- High pressure hose length: 25 ft
- Dimensions: 17" L x 17" W x 34" H
- Weight: 83 lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman 2000 PSI Pressure Washer 580.768210 comes with a limited warranty from Sears which covers a period of 1 year for consumers and 90 days for commercial use. This warranty ensures that key components such as the pump, hose, and spray gun are free from defects in materials and workmanship. However, it does not cover normal wear items like nozzles, seals, and filters. Proper maintenance, as outlined in the product's owner's manual, is required to maintain the warranty. If a defect is found within the warranty period, refer to the owner's manual or contact Sears for details about how to claim the warranty.