Snapper 1660-0 User Manual

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Model No. 1660-0 (2400 PSI Pressure Washer) Manual No. 190109GS Revision 0 (01/21/2002)

2400PSI

Pressure Washer

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Know Your Pressure Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12

Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 & 15

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-19

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Page

EQUIPMENT

DESCRIPTION

Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your pressure washer. Know its applications, its limitations and any hazards involved.

Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this manual is accurate and current. However, Snapper reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.

SAFETY RULES

The safety alert symbol ( ) is used with a signal word (DANGER, CAUTION,WARNING), a pictorial and/or a safety message to alert you to hazards. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in equipment damage. Follow safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death.

Snapper 2400 PSI Pressure Washer

In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester, it must be maintained in effective working order.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

WHEN ADDING FUEL

• Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors.

• Do not overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.

• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

• Do not light a cigarette or smoke.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes gasoline to spill.

• Do not spray flammable liquids.

WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT

• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve OFF.

WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK

• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters,clothes dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoline vapors.

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WARNING

• Never aim the spray gun at people, animals or plants.

• Do not allow CHILDREN to operate the pressure washer.

• Never repair high pressure hose. Replace it.

The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation.

WARNING

• Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric shock may result.

Spray contact with electrical wiring can result in electrocution.

WARNING

• Operate pressure washer ONLY outdoors.

• Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance that vapors may be inhaled.

• Read all instructions with mask so you are certain the mask will provide the necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors.

Snapper 2400 PSI Pressure Washer

Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting or poisoning.

Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea, fainting or death.

DANGER

• Do not touch hot surfaces.

• Allow equipment to cool before touching.

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.

WARNING

• Do not tamper with governed speed.

• Do not operate the pressure washer above the rated pressure.

Excessively high or low operating speeds increase risk of injury and damage to pressure washer.

CAUTION

• Do not point spray gun at glass when in the jet spray mode.

• Never aim the spray gun at plants.

High pressure spray may damage fragile items including glass.

CAUTION

• Keep spray nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface.

• Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from a ladder, scaffolding or any other relatively unstable location.

• The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces.

• Operate this unit on a stable surface.

The high pressure spray could also cause you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface.

Pressure in a running washer builds as you climb.When you press the trigger, the recoil from the initial spray could cause you to fall.

Use of pressure washer can create puddles and slippery surfaces.

WARNING

• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

Starter and other rotating parts can entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

WARNING

WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

•

Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.

WARNING

• Always wear eye protection when you use this equipment or when you are in the vicinity where the equipment is in use.

High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other particles to become airborne.

WARNING

Snapper 2400 PSI Pressure Washer

KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer.

Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Adjustable Nozzle — Always attached to nozzle extension. Adjustable nozzle allows you to adjust force of spray and spray pattern.

Air Cleaner — Dry type filter element limits the amount of dirt and dust that gets in the engine.

Automatic Cool Down System — Cycles water through pump when water reaches 140°-145°F. Warm water will discharge from pump onto ground.This system prevents internal pump damage.

Choke Knob — Prepares a cold engine for starting. Extension with Turbo Nozzle — The turbo nozzle rotates

the high pressure stream in a rapid circular pattern for aggressive cleaning.

Fuel Cap — Fill with clean unleaded fuel here.

High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water pump

and the other end to spray gun.

High Pressure Outlet — Connection for pressure hose. Nozzle Extension — Attach to spray gun to use adjustable

nozzle.

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick — Used for checking and adding oil. Pump — Develops high pressure. Recoil Starter — Used for starting the engine manually. Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto

cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety latch. Throttle Lever — Sets engine in starting mode for recoil

starter and stops a running engine. Water Inlet — Connection for garden hose.

High Pressure Hose

Adjustable Nozzle

Choke Knob

High Pressure Outlet

Pump equipped with Automatic Cool Down System

Spray Gun

Fuel Cap

Water Inlet

Oil Fill

Cap/Dipstick

Recoil Starter

Nozzle Extension

Air Cleaner

Throttle Lever

Extension with Turbo Nozzle

Snapper 2400 PSI Pressure Washer

IMPORTANT: Read entire owner’s manual before you

attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.

REMOVE PRESSURE

WASHER FROM CARTON

• Remove the parts bag included with pressure washer.

• Slice two corners at the end of carton from top to bottom so the panel can be folded down flat, then remove all packing material.

• Remove pressure washer from carton.

• Raise guide handle, secure in place (Figure 1).

Carton Contents

Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the local Snapper service center.

• Main unit

• Engine Oil

• Safety Goggles

• High Pressure Hose

• Spray Gun

• Nozzle Extension

• Extension with Turbo Nozzle

• Parts bag (which includes items listed below)

Owner’s manual Engine Manual Nozzle Cleaning Kit O-Ring Maintenance Kit

Owner's Registration Card

PREPARING PRESSURE

WASHER FOR USE

To prepare your pressure washer for operation,you will need to perform these tasks:

• Fill out and send in registration card.

• Add oil to the engine crankcase.

• Add fuel to the fuel tank.

• Connect the high pressure hose to the spray gun and the pump.

• Connect the water supply to the pump.

• Attach nozzle extension to spray gun.

Add Engine Oil

IMPORTANT: Any attempt to crank or start the engine

before it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil may result in an engine failure.

• Place pressure washer on a level surface.

• Refer to engine owners manual to add recommended oil to engine.

NOTE:Check Oil Often During Engine Break–in. NOTE:The pump is pre-lubricated and sealed, requiring

no additional lubrication for the life of the pump.

Add Gasoline

WARNING! Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never

fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot.Allow unit to cool for two minutes before refueling. Do Not light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.

WARNING! Do Not overfill the fuel tank.

Always allow room for fuel expansion.

• Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the pressure washer engine. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not mix oil with gasoline.

• Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

• Slowly add "UNLEADED" regular gasoline to fuel tank. Use a funnel to prevent spillage. Slowly fill tank to about

1.5" below the bottom of the filler neck (Figure 2).

• Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Lift the handle to upright position and slide the locking caps into place

Figure 1 - Secure Handle

Snapper 2400 PSI Pressure Washer

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits

from forming in essential fuel system parts, such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.Also, experience indicates that alcohol–blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture, which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. See “Storage” on page 12. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

Connect Hose and Water Supply to

Pump

IMPORTANT: You must assemble the nozzle extension

to the spray gun and attach all hoses before you start the engine. Starting engine without all hoses connected and water supplied will damage the pump.

• Uncoil the high pressure hose and attach one end of the hose to the base of the spray gun (Figure 3).Tighten by hand.

• Attach the other end of the high pressure hose to the

high pressure outlet on the pump (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.

• Before you connect your garden hose to the water inlet, inspect the inlet screen (Figure 5). Clean the screen if it contains debris or have it replaced if damaged. DO NOT RUN THE PRESSURE WASHER IF THE SCREEN IS DAMAGED.

• Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to clean out any debris.

IMPORTANT: Do Not siphon standing water for the water supply. Use ONLY cold water (less than 100°F).

• Connect the garden hose to the water inlet.Tighten by hand (Figure 5).

CAUTION!There MUST be at least ten feet of

unrestricted garden hose between the pressure washer inlet and any flow shut off device, such as a ‘Y’ shut-off connector or other convenience-type water shut-off valve. Damage to pressure washer resulting from disregarding this warning will not be covered by the warranty.

• Turn ON the water and squeeze the trigger on the gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities.

CAUTION! Before starting the pressure washer,

be sure you are wearing adequate eye protection.

Connect high

pressure hose

here

Figure 3 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun

Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump

Inspect inlet

screen, Do Not

use if damaged;

clean if dirty.

Figure 5 — Connect the Garden Hose to Water Inlet

Figure 2 — Typical Fuel Expansion Space

Fuel

Tank

1.5” Air Space

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