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Unable to winterize pressure washer

Saypoint zone 6 CT

7 years ago

We bought a bottle if pressure washer antifreeze and followed the directions for injecting it into the pump. Even after a number of pulls on the starter no fluid comes out of the outlet and the level in the bottle has fallen only enough to allow for the bit we spilled taking it off and on the inlet. We squeezed the bottle as directed. Any ideas? Thanks

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always_beezee
7 years ago
Take the pump off and put it in a plastic bag and bring it in the house. That's what I do.
Saypoint zone 6 CT thanked always_beezee
300ft_anin
7 years ago
i use the briggs and stratton "pump saver", available at home depot, lowes. just hook it to pump on the inlet (hose, side) and release contents into pump and it should exit the pump. you shouldn't need to pull the starter rope.

www.amazon.com/Briggs-Stratton-Pressure-Washer-Saver/dp/B0012VY200
Saypoint zone 6 CT thanked 300ft_anin
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Saypoint zone 6 CT
Original Author
7 years ago
I bought a similar product at Tractor Supply but it’s a liquid that you have to squeeze the bottle and pull the starter. Might have to look for the pump saver instead. Thanks.

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