Snap-On ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER, 642672 Instruction Manual
ITM./ART. 642672
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USE, READ CAREFULLY AND
UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS. FAILURE TO DO SO
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR SNAP-ON
PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE
DEPARTMENT AT 1-888-278-8092. BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
AVAILABLE: MODEL No., DATE PURCHASED AND STORE LOCATION. AN ALLTRADE
REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE.
1650 PSI / 113.8 bar
ELECTRIC
PRESSURE WASHER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
For consumer questions or comments,
please call 1-888-278-8 092.
Days/Hours of operation:
9am-7pm EST Monday - Friday
10am-6pm EST Saturday - Sunday
English and Spanish Speaking
Customer Service Representatives are
Available.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONGRATULATIONS! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
GENERAL SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS . . . . . . . . 2-3
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . 4
UNPACKING & INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SAFETY WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
SAFETY RULES FOR PRESSURE WASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
GROUND-FAULT CIRCUIT - INTERRUPTER PROTECTION . . . . . . . 9
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
EXTENSION CORD USAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ASSEMBLY & SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
OPERATING THE PRESSURE WASHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17
WATER FLOW ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
USING SPRAY WAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
SHUTTING DOWN PRESSURE WASHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
USAGE OF CLEANING DETERGENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-19
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-24
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27
CONGRATULATIONS!
Thank you for choosing this pressure washer. Our aim is to provide you with quality professional products, and we want you to be totally satisfied with your product
and our Customer Service. If any help or advice is needed, please contact us at
1-888-278-8092. When properly cared for, this product will give you many years of
satisfaction.
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For consumer questions or comments, please call 1-888-278-8 092.
Days/Hours of operation:
9am-7pm EST Monday - Friday
10am-6pm EST Saturday - Sunday
English and Spanish Speaking Customer Service Representatives are Available.
INTRODUCTION
This instruction manual is intended for your benefit. Please read and follow the safety, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting steps described within to ensure
your safety and satisfaction. The contents of this instruction manual are based upon
the latest product information available at the time of publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to make product changes at any time without notice.
GENERAL SAFETY
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions in this manual may result in severe
personal injury or death. Keep this manual and refer to it for Safety
Instructions, Operating Procedures, and Warranty.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS
The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible
conditions and practices that may occur when operating, maintaining and cleaning
power tools.
Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE statements in this manual.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
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CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in property damage.
NOTE provides additional information that is useful
for proper use and maintenance of this tool. If a NOTE
is indicated, make sure it is fully understood.
In addition to SAFETY ALERTS listed above, there could also be numerous symbols
alerting the operator that specific safety measures are required to safely operate this
tool. Learn these SAFETY SYMBOLS as well as the SAFETY ALERTS to prevent
injury to the operator and to bystanders.
READ OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: Read and understand tool labels,
safety warnings and precautions in this manual before operating the tool.
Failure to follow WARNINGS could result in serious injury or even death
to the operator or bystanders.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK: This tool produces hazardous electrical voltage.
Read and become familiar with this manual’s WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
so that it is installed and used properly.
WEAR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION: Spray can splash back or propel
objects, including incorrectly attached accessories. Always wear
approved eye protection. Safety glasses must conform to the requirements of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z87.1 and provide protection against flying particles from both front and side.
INJECTION HAZARD: Pressure washers can produce fluid streams
severe enough to penetrate animal and human flesh.
SLIPPING and FALLING: Pressure washers produce puddles of slippery
liquid that can result in falls. Kickback from spray wand can result in falls
when using unstable platforms.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Improper and unsafe use of this Pressure Washer can
result in death, fire and/or bodily injury. This instruction manual contains
important information about product safety. Keep the instruction manual
available for others to read before they use the Pressure Washer.
Improper maintenance and operation are responsible for the majority of accidents
involving Pressure Washers. The largest portion of these could be prevented by recognizing the basic safety rules and precautions. Most accidents can be avoided if
the operator recognizes a potentially hazardous situation before it happens and by
observing appropriate safety rules and procedures as outlined in this manual.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the SAFETY portion of this manual and
throughout the text in this manual where a potential hazard might occur.
Hazards that MUST be avoided to prevent serious injury follow headers marked DANGER
or WARNING. These same precautions are placed as labels on the tool itself.
NEVER use this Pressure Washer for applications that are NOT specified in this manual.
UNPACKING & INSPECTION
After opening the carton, unpack your new Pressure Washer and related parts &
accessories. Please inspect it carefully for any damage that may have occurred
during transit. If any parts are missing, please contact our Consumer Helpline:
Phone: 1-888-278-8092
Do not operate this Pressure Washer if damaged during
shipment, handling or misuse. Damage may result in bursting, which can
cause serious injury or property damage. All damaged parts must be
repaired or replaced as needed prior to operating this Pressure Washer.
Check to see that all nuts, bolts and fittings are secure before putting this Pressure
Washer into service. If you have any questions, or require assistance with damaged
or missing parts, please contact our Consumer Helpline: Phone: 1-888-278-8092
Please have the serial number, model number, date of purchase, and parts list (with
missing parts identified) available for reference when calling.
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
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SAFETY WARNINGS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE
USING PRESSURE WASHER.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their
physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close
proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Keep work area clean and well lit. Messy areas and cluttered workbenches
invite personal injury and/or property damage. Clear all work areas of unnecessary tools, debris, furniture, etc.
Make sure the work area is well ventilated. Never operate in an enclosed area.
Do not place objects on top or against the tool.
Handle correctly. Always operate according to the instructions provided.
Never allow the tool to be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar with its
operation or unauthorized personnel.
Keep children and visitors away. All children should be kept away from the
work area. DO NOT let children handle the tool. Maintain a safe distance for any
person near the work area.
Childproof the workshop. The use of master switches and padlocks is highly
recommended. Remove starter keys where applicable.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense. Do not stand
on tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in
serious personal injury.
Operating any tools or equipment under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication can cause personal injury to yourself and others.
Use the right tool. Use tools properly and for their intended task. Do not force
a small tool to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Using the right tool to do the
right job will make doing the job safer.
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Always make sure the tool is in the OFF position when making adjustments,
changing parts, or performing any maintenance.
Service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
Do not use the tool if the power switch does not turn it “ON” or “OFF”. A tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Store all maintenance tools away from the immediate area before turning ON
the tool.
Do not overreach. Proper footing and balance is a must at all times while using
tools. Unstable support may lead to personal injury. Do not stand on the tool.
Serious injury could result if the tool tips over or you accidentally contact tool.
When using accessories, consult the owner’s manual provided by the manufacturer. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to yourself and others.
Keep protective guards in place and in proper working condition.
Maintain tools and equipment with care. They will function better and more
safely when kept clean and in good working condition. Keeping the tool clean,
dry, and free of grime will add to its life and performance.
Do not use the tool for applications other than specified.
SAFETY RULES FOR PRESSURE WASHERS
RISK OF INJURY
TO reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand all
safety instructions and warnings at the beginning of this manual.
Pressure Washer produces fluid pressures and velocities high
enough to penetrate human and animal flesh which could result in
serious injury or amputation.
Ensure all connections are tightened securely. Inspect all hoses to ensure
they are not damaged or kinked. Loose connections or damaged hoses can
result in injection injuries.
Ensure all fittings are properly connected. Pull on connection to ensure fittings are secure. Improperly connected fittings can unexpectedly separate
resulting in injury.
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NEVER place hands in front of nozzle.
NEVER attempt to attach or remove spray wand or hose fittings while Pressure
Washer system is pressurized.
DO NOT treat fluid injection injuries as a simple cut. Seek immediate medical attention.
HIGH VELOCITY fluid spray can cause objects to break, propelling particles
at high speeds.
ALWAYS wear approved safety glasses when using or doing
maintenance on Pressure Washers.
ALWAYS wear protective clothing to prevent accidental spraying.
DO NOT permanently secure spray wand trigger in open position.
DO NOT use spray wand that does not have a trigger lock or trigger guard in
place and in proper working order.
DO NOT use acids, toxic or corrosive chemicals, poisons, insecticides, flammable solvents or bleach with Pressure Washer. Use of these chemicals can result
in damage to equipment or serious injury or death.
RISK OF EXPLOSION - Do not spray flammable liquids.
RISK OF INJECTION OR INJURY to persons. Do not discharge stream at persons.
RISK OF INJECTION - Unit will start spraying when trigger is squeezed, if
“ON/OFF” switch is in “ON” position, point gun in safe direction.
GUN KICKS BACK - Firmly hold with both hands.
NEVER allow children to operate a Pressure Washer. Keep children at a safe
distance when an adult is using a Pressure Washer.
NEVER direct spray at Pressure Washer.
NEVER operate the Pressure Washer after it has tripped the GFCI or the main
circuit breaker unless the cause has been identified and resolved.
IF an extension cord must be used, keep the power cord connection out of
any standing water, and use a heavy duty three-wire properly grounded type.
Keep the connection as far away as possible from the item being washed and
any water runoff.
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NEVER cut or splice the power cord or extension cords.
DO NOT spray electrical apparatus and wiring.
WEAR rubber-soled tennis shoes or other footwear that provides some insula-
tion when operating the Pressure Washer.
COLD water use only.
FOR EITHER INDOOR OR OUTDOOR USE. Store indoors.
DO NOT direct spray toward electrical outlets, switches or products
connected to electrical service. Failure to observe this
warning can
result in electrocution resulting in severe electrical shock or burns
and possibly resulting in death.
NEVER run the pressure pump without the water supply connected and turned
on. Non-repairable damage to the pump will occur.
RISK OF FALLING - Pressure washer can create puddles of slippery
solutions that can become hazardous.
ENSURE you stand on a stable surface while operating Pressure Washe
r. Initial
kickback from engaging spray wand can cause you to lose your balance and fall
resulting in minor to severe injuries.
USE EXTREME CAUTION if you must operate Pressure Washer from a ladder or
scaffolding. Kickback from spray wand can result to loss of balance and result
in a fall that could cause serious injuries.
WHEN cleaning Pressure Washer, ensure there are adequate slopes for drainage so
solutions don’t cr
eate puddles around unit that could result in slipping and falling.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION:
Connect only to properly grounded outlet. Do not remove ground pin.
Inspect cord before using. DO NOT use if the cord is damaged.
Keep all connections dry and off the ground.
DO NOT touch plug with wet hands.
Connect to individual branch circuit only.
This product is provided with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter bui
lt into the
power cord plug. If replacement of the plug or cord is needed, use only identical replacement parts.
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