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Model No. 1662-0 (3500 PSI Pressure Washer) Manual No. 190667GS Revision 1 (01/17/2002)
Owner’s Manual
3500PSI
Pressure Washer
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Know Your Pressure Washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 22 & 23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-21
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.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
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.
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
• Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric
shock may result.
Spray contact with electrical wiring can result in
electrocution.
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
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• 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.
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
• 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 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
• 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
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KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your high pressure washer.
Compare the illustrations with your high pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Chemical Injection Siphon/Filter
Air Filter — Protects engine by filtering dust and debris out
of intake air.
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.
Chemical Injection Siphon/Filter — Use to siphon
detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low
pressure stream.
Choke Lever — Prepares a cold engine for starting.
Fuel Valve — Used to turn fuel on and off to engine.
Gas Tank — Fill tank with regular unleaded gasoline. Always
leave room for fuel expansion.
High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to the water
pump and the other end to the spray gun.
High Pressure Outlet with Quick Connect — To
connect high pressure hose.
Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect — Allows you to
switch between four different spray nozzles.
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick — Fill engine with oil here.
Pressure Control Knob — Varies the pressure of the high
pressure spray.
Pump — Develops high pressure.
Recoil Starter — Use for starting the engine manually.
Rocker Switch - Set this switch to "On" before using
recoil starter. Set switch to "Off" to switch off engine.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto
cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.
Spray Nozzles — Chemical injection, 0°, 15°, 25°, and 40°:
for various cleaning applications.
Throttle Lever—Sets engine in starting mode for recoil
starter. Operate normally in fast speed.
Water Inlet — Connect garden hose here.
Spray Gun
Nozzle Extension with
Quick Connect
High Pressure Hose
Rocker Switch
Throttle Lever
Choke Lever
Fuel Valve
Recoil Starter
(on front of engine)
Air Filter
Fuel Tank
Pressure
Control Knob
Pump equipped with
Automatic Cool Down System
Water Inlet
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
Spray Nozzles
High Pressure Outlet
with Quick Connect
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IMPORTANT: Read entire owner’s manual before you
attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.
REMOVE PRESSURE
WASHER FROM
CARTON
• Remove all accessories and 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.
• Roll pressure washer out of carton.
Carton Contents
Items in the carton include:
• Main unit
• High pressure hose
• Handle
• Pump oil dipstick (hanging on pump)
• (2) bottles of engine oil
• Safety goggles
• Spray gun with quick connect fitting
• Nozzle extension with quick connect fitting
• Accessory bag (includes the following):
• Owner’s registration card
• Nozzle cleaning kit
• Bag containing 5 multi–colored quick connect nozzles
• O–Ring maintenance kit
• Owner’s manual
• Engine manual
• Handle hardware, including one carriage bolt, one
“L” bolt and 2 plastic knobs
If any of the above parts are missing or damaged, contact
the local Snapper service center.
PREPARING PRESSURE
WASHER FOR USE
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged,
contact the local Snapper service center.
To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you
will need to perform these tasks:
• Fill out and send in the registration card.
• Attach the handle to the main unit.
• Add oil to the engine.
• 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.
• Connect nozzle extension to spray gun.
• Select and install desired nozzle.
Attach Handle to the Pressure
Washer
• Place the handle onto the handle supports already
connected to the main unit. Make sure the holes in the
handle align with the holes on the handle supports.
(Figure 1)
NOTE: It may be necessary to move the handle supports
from side to side in order to align the handle so it will slide
over the handle supports.
• Insert the carriage bolt through the hole on the left side
of the handle (viewing from rear of unit) and attach the
plastic knob (Figure 2). Tighten the knob by hand.
Make sure the
holes on the
handle are
aligned with the
holes on the
handle supports
Handle
Handle
Supports
Figure 1 — Attach the Handle to the Base
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• Insert the “L” bolt through the hole on the right side of
the handle (viewing from rear of unit) and attach the
plastic knob (Figure 2). Tighten the knob by hand. If not
installed, add the vinyl cap to the “L” bolt.
• Insert the multi–colored nozzles in the spaces provided
in the handle.
Install Oil Dipstick on Pump
CAUTION! You MUST remove the pump’s shipping cap
and install the oil dipstick. Failure to do so will void the
warranty and damage the pump.
To install the oil dipstick:
• Make sure your unit is on a level surface.
• Remove and discard the shipping cap located on the
pump (Figure 3).
• Install the oil dipstick.
NOTE: The pump is pre-lubricated and sealed, requiring
no additional lubrication for the life of the pump.
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 the engine owners manual to add recommended
oil to engine.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner’s manual for recommendations.
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 4).
• Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Figure 3 — Install Oil Dipstick onto the Pump
Shipping Cap
Pump Oil
Dipstick
Remove shipping cap and
install oil dipstick here.
Figure 4 — Typical Fuel Expansion Space
Fuel
Tank
1.5” Air Space
Figure 2 — Secure Handle
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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 high pressure hose and attach quick connect end
of hose to the base of the spray gun (Figure 5). Pull
down on the collar of the quick connect, slide onto the
spray gun and let go of collar. Tug on hose to be sure of
a tight connection.
• Similarly, attach the other end of the high pressure hose
to the high pressure outlet on the pump (Figure 6). Pull
down on the collar of the quick connect, slide onto the
pump and let go of collar. Pull on hose to be sure of a
tight connection.
• Before you connect your garden hose to the water inlet,
inspect the inlet screen (Figure 7). Clean the screen if it
contains debris, replace 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. Turn off water.
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 7).
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.
• Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun until you have a
steady stream of water. This purges the pump of air and
impurities.
CAUTION! Before starting the pressure washer,
be sure you are wearing adequate eye protection.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit’s assembly to confirm you have performed
all of the following:
• Make sure the handle is secure.
• Check for properly tightened hose connections.
• Check to make sure that there are no kinks, cuts, or
damage to the high pressure hose.
• Check that oil has been added to the proper level in the
engine crankcase.
• Add the proper gasoline to fuel tank.
• Provide a proper water supply (not to exceed 100°F) at
a minimum flow of 3.9 gallons per minute.
• Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your
Pressure Washer” before using the pressure washer.
Connect high
pressure hose
here.
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
Connect high
pressure hose here
Figure 6 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
Inspect inlet screen,
Do Not use if
damaged, clean if
dirty.
Figure 7 — Connect the Garden Hose to Water Inlet
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HOW TO USE YOUR
PRESSURE WASHER
If you have any problems operating your pressure washer,
please contact the local Snapper service center.
How to Start Your Engine
The best way to start your pressure washer for the first
time is to follow these instructions step–by–step. This
starting information also applies if have let the pressure
washer sit idle for at least a day.
• Place the pressure washer in an area close enough to an
outside water source that can flow at a rate of
3.9 gallons per minute or more.
• Make sure the unit is in a level position.
• Check that the high pressure hose is connected to the
spray gun and to the pump. See “Preparing Pressure
Washer for Use” on page 5.
• Connect the garden hose to the water inlet on the
pressure washer pump and turn on the water.
CAUTION! Do Not run the pump without the water
supply connected and turned on. You must follow this
caution or the pump will be damaged.
• Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun to relieve the air
pressure caused by turning ON the water. Water will
discharge from the spray gun in a thin stream. Hold the
trigger until a steady stream of water appears. This will
make it easier to pull start the engine. Release the
trigger.
• Apply the safety latch to the spray gun trigger (Figure 8).
• Move the fuel valve to the “On” position (Figure 9).
• Move the throttle lever to the “Fast” position, shown
on engine as a rabbit (Figure 10).
• To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the
“Choke” position. To restart a warm engine, leave
the choke lever in the “Run” position (Figure 11).
• Set the rocker switch to the “On” position (Figure 12).
• Grasp starter grip and pull slowly until you feel some
resistance. Then pull cord out with rapid full arm stroke.
Let rope return slowly. Do Not let rope “snap back”
against starter.
Figure 9 — Fuel Valve
Figure 10 — Throttle Positions
Figure 11 — Choke Positions
Figure 12 — Stop Switch
Safety Latch
Figure 8 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged
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• If the choke lever has been moved to the “Choke”
position to start the engine, gradually move it to the
“Run” position as the engine warms up.
• Attach the nozzle extension to the spray gun. Tighten by
hand (Figure 13).
• Select the desired quick connect nozzle and insert it into
the end of the nozzle extension (see “How To Use the
Nozzles”).
• Disengage the safety latch on the spray gun.
How to Stop Your Pressure Washer
• Move the throttle lever to the “Slow” position.
• Move the fuel valve to the “Off” position.
• Wait for the engine to idle down.
• Move the rocker switch to the “Stop” position.
• Simply shutting off the engine will not release pressure in
the system. Squeeze trigger on the spray gun to
relieve pressure in the hose.
How to Use the Nozzles
CAUTION! Never exchange nozzles without
locking the safety latch on the trigger.
The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to
switch between five different nozzles. The nozzles vary the
spray pattern as shown below (Figure 14).
Follow these instructions to change nozzles:
• Engage the safety latch on the spray gun.
• Pull back the collar on the quick–connect and pull the
current nozzle off. Store the nozzle in the space provided
on the handles storage panel.
NOTE: For a more gentle rinse, select the white 40° or
green 25° nozzle. To scour the surface, select the yellow
15° or red 0° nozzle. To apply chemical, select the black
nozzle.
• Pull back on the collar, insert the new nozzle and release
the collar. Tug on the nozzle to make sure it is securely
in place.
• For most effective cleaning, keep the spray nozzle
between 8 to 24 inches away from the cleaning surface. If
you get the spray nozzle too close, you may damage the
cleaning surface.
White
40°
Green
25°
Black
Yellow
15°
Red
0°
Low Pressure
High Pressure
Figure 14 — Nozzles
Figure 13 — Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun
Use to
apply
chemical
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Cleaning and Applying Chemical
CAUTION! You must attach all hoses before you
start the engine. Starting the engine without all the hoses
connected and without the water turned ON will damage
the pump.
IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for
pressure washers. Household detergents could damage
the pump.
To apply detergent follow these steps:
• Review the use of the nozzles.
• Prepare the detergent solution as required by the
manufacturer.
• Place the chemical injection siphon/filter into the
detergent container.
CAUTION! Keep the chemical injection tube from
coming in contact with the hot muffler.
• Make sure the black nozzle is installed.
NOTE: Detergent cannot be applied with the high
pressure nozzles (White, Green, Yellow, or Red).
• Make sure the garden hose is connected to the water
inlet. Check that the high pressure hose is connected to
the spray gun and the pump and start the engine.
• Apply the detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower
portion of area to be washed and work upward, using
long, even, overlapping strokes. Do Not allow the
detergent to dry on (prevents streaking).
• Allow the detergent to soak in between 3–5 minutes
before washing and rinsing. Reapply as needed to prevent
surface from drying.
Pressure Washer Rinsing
WARNING! Be extremely careful if you must
use the pressure washer from a ladder, scaffolding
or any other relatively unstable location. Hose
water pressure builds as you climb. When you press
the trigger, the recoil from the initial spray can be
very strong. The high pressure spray could cause
you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning
surface.
After you have applied detergent, scour the surface
and rinse it clean as follows:
• Apply safety latch to spray gun.
• Remove the black chemical nozzle from the nozzle
extension.
• Select and install the desired high pressure nozzle
following the instructions “How to Use the Nozzles” on
page 9.
• Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you
plan to spray.
• Increase or decrease spray pressure by turning the
pressure control knob counterclockwise or clockwise
respectively (Figure 15). Use lower pressure to wash
items such a as a car or boat. Use higher pressure to
strip paint and degrease driveways.
• Apply a high pressure spray to a small area and then
check the surface for damage. If no damage is found, you
can assume it is okay to continue cleaning.
• Start at the top of the area to be rinsed, working down
with same overlapping strokes as you used for cleaning.
Automatic Cool Down System
(Thermal Relief)
If you run the engine on your pressure washer for
3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
circulating water in the pump can reach a temperature
between 140–145°F. At this temperature, the system
engages and cools the pump by discharging the warm
water onto the ground. This system prevents internal
damage to the pump.
Figure 15 — Pressure Control Knob
Pressure
Control
Knob
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SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Pressure . . . . . 3500 PSI
Flow Rate . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 gallons per minute (gpm)
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . Use detergent approved for
pressure washers
Water Supply
Temperature . . . . . . . Not to exceed 100°F
Automatic Cool . . . . Will cycle when water
Down System reaches 140°-145°F
Shipping Weight . . . . 155 lbs.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS
The pressure washer warranty does not cover items that
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual.
• Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your pressure washer.
• All maintenance in this manual and the engine owner’s
manual should be made at least once each season.
• Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug,
clean or replace the air filter and check the spray gun and
nozzle extension assembly for wear. A new spark plug
and clean air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and
help your engine run better and last longer. Please refer
to your engine owner’s manual for more details.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Check water inlet screen for damage.
• Check in-line filter for damage.
• Check high pressure hose for leaks.
• Check detergent siphoning tube and filter for damage.
• Check spray gun, nozzle extension, and nozzles for leaks.
• Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris.
PRESSURE WASHER
MAINTENANCE
Check and Clean Inlet Screen
Examine the screen on the water inlet. Clean it if the
screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged.
Check High Pressure Hose
The high pressure hose can develop leaks from wear,
kinking, or abuse. Inspect the hose each time before using
it. Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover,
damage or movement of couplings. If any of these
conditions exist, replace the hose immediately.
WARNING! Never repair a high pressure hose.
Replace it with another hose that exceeds the
maximum pressure rating of your pressure washer.
Check Detergent Siphoning Tube
Examine the filter on the detergent tube and clean if
clogged. The tube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting.
Examine the tube for leaks or tears. Replace the filter or
tube if either is damaged.
Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube
If you used the detergent siphoning tube, you must flush it
with clean water before stopping the engine.
• Place the chemical injection siphon/filter in a bucket full
of clean water.
• Attach the black low pressure nozzle.
• Flush for 1-2 minutes.
• Shut off the engine.
IMPORTANT: Simply shutting OFF engine will not
release pressure in the system. When the engine has
shut down, squeeze the trigger on the spray gun to
relieve the pressure in the hose.
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Check Gun and Nozzle Extension
Examine the hose connection to the spray gun and make
sure it is secure. Test the trigger by pressing it and making
sure it springs back into place when you release it. Put the
safety latch in the on position and test the trigger. You
should not be able to press the trigger.
Check In-Line Filter
Refer to Figure 16 and service the in-line filter if it
becomes clogged, as follows:
1. Detach spray gun and nozzle extension from high
pressure hose. Detach nozzle extension from spray
gun and remove o-ring and screen from nozzle
extension. Flush the screen, spray gun, and adjustable
nozzle extension with clean water to clear debris.
2. If the screen is damaged, the o-ring kit contains a
replacement in-line filter screen and an o-ring. If
undamaged, reuse screen.
3. Place the in-line filter screen into the threaded end of
the nozzle extension. Direction does not matter. Push
the screen in with the eraser end of a pencil until it
rests flat at the bottom of the opening. Take care to
not bend the screen.
4. Place the o-ring into the recess. Push the o-ring snugly
against the in-line filter screen.
5. Assemble the nozzle extension to the spray gun, as
described earlier in this manual.
Purge Pump of Air and
Contaminants
To remove air from the pump, follow these steps:
• Set up the pressure washer as described in “Preparing
Pressure Washer For Use”. Connect the water supply
and turn water on.
• Pull the trigger on the spray gun and hold.
• When the water supply is steady and constant, engage
the safety latch.
To remove contaminants from the pump, follow
these steps:
• Set up the pressure washer as described in “Preparing
Pressure Washer For Use”. Connect the water supply
and turn water on.
• Start the engine according to instructions in “To Start
Your Pressure Washer”.
• Remove nozzle extension from spray gun.
• Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun and hold.
• When the water supply is steady and constant, engage
the safety latch and reattach the nozzle extension.
Nozzle Maintenance
A pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the spray gun
trigger may be caused by excessive pump pressure. The
principal cause of excessive pump pressure is a nozzle
clogged or restricted with foreign materials, such as dirt,
etc. To correct the problem, immediately clean the nozzle
using the tools included with your pressure washer and
follow these instructions:
1. Shut off the engine and turn off the water supply.
2. Remove the nozzle from the end of the nozzle
extension (Figure 17).
3. Remove the in-line filter from the other end of the
nozzle extension.
4. Use the wire included in the kit (or a small paper clip)
to free any foreign material clogging or restricting the
nozzle (Figure 17).
5. Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back
flushing water through the nozzle extension
(Figure 18). Back flush between 30 to 60 seconds.
Use wire here
to remove
debris.
Figure 17 — Nozzle Maintenance
Nozzle Extension
Filter Screen
O-ring
Figure 16 — Clean In-Line Filter
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6. Reinstall the nozzle and in-line filter into the nozzle
extension. Do Not overtighten the nozzle with the
allen wrench.
7. Reconnect the nozzle extension to the spray gun.
8. Reconnect the water supply, turn on the water, and
start the engine.
9. Test the pressure washer by operating with each of the
Quick Connect nozzles.
O–Ring Maintenance
Through the normal operation of your pressure washer,
o–rings, which keep the connections of the hoses and spray
gun tight and leak–free, may become worn or damaged.
An O–Ring Maintenance Kit is provided with your pressure
washer. It includes replacement o-rings, rubber washer and
water inlet filter. Refer to the instruction sheet provided in
the kit to service your unit’s o-rings. Note that you will not
use all of the parts in the kit.
To remove a worn or damaged o–ring:
• Use a small flathead screwdriver to get underneath the
o-ring and pry it off.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
See the engine owner’s manual for instructions on how to
properly maintain the engine.
CAUTION! Avoid prolonged or repeated skin
contact with used motor oil. Used motor oil has
been shown to cause skin cancer in certain
laboratory animals. Thoroughly wash exposed areas
with soap and water. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN. DON'T POLLUTE. CONSERVE
RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL TO
COLLECTION CENTERS.
PREPARING THE UNIT
FOR STORAGE
Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of
time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and
“freeze” pump action. If you do not plan to use the
pressure washer for more than 30 days, follow this
procedure:
1. Flush detergent siphoning tube by placing the filter into
a pail of clean water while running pressure washer in
low pressure mode. Flush for one to two minutes.
2. Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove all
hoses. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
3. Empty the pump of all pumped liquids by pulling the
recoil handle about 6 times. This should remove most
of the liquid in the pump.
4. Use PumpSaver to treat pump. This prevents freeze
damage and lubricates pistons and seals.
NOTE: If PumpSaver is not available, draw RV antifreeze
(non-alcohol) into the pump by pouring the solution into a
3-foot section of garden hose connected to inlet adapter
and pulling recoil handle twice.
5. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
STORING THE ENGINE
See the engine owner’s manual for instructions on how to
properly prepare the engine for storage.
Figure 18 — Backflushing the Nozzle Extension
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Correction
Pump has following
problems: failure to
produce pressure, erratic
pressure, chattering, loss of
pressure, low water
volume.
1. Low pressure nozzle installed.
2. Water inlet is blocked.
3. Inadequate water supply.
4. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking.
5. Clogged inlet hose strainer.
6. Water supply is over 100°F.
7. High pressure hose is blocked or
leaks.
8. Gun leaks.
9. Nozzle is obstructed.
10. Pump is faulty.
1. Replace nozzle with high pressure nozzle.
2. Clear inlet.
3. Provide adequate water flow.
4. Straighten inlet hose, patch leak.
5. Check and clean inlet hose strainer.
6. Provide cooler water supply.
7. Clear blocks in outlet hose.
8. Replace gun.
9. Clean nozzle.
10. Contact Snapper service facility.
Detergent fails to mix with
spray.
1. Detergent siphoning tube is not
submerged.
2. Chemical filter is clogged.
3. Dirty in-line filter.
4. High pressure nozzle installed.
1. Insert detergent siphoning tube into
detergent.
2. Clean or replace filter/detergent
siphoning tube.
3. See “Check In-Line Filter” on page 12.
4. Replace nozzle with low pressure nozzle.
Engine runs good at noload but “bogs” when load
is added.
Engine speed is too slow.
Move throttle control to FAST position. If
engine still “bogs down”, contact Briggs and
Stratton service facility.
Engine will not start; or
starts and runs rough.
1. Fuel valve is in the “Off” position.
2. Rocker switch is in the “Stop”
position.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
4. Low oil level.
5. Out of gasoline.
6. Stale gasoline.
7. Spark plug wire not connected to
spark plug.
8. Bad spark plug.
9. Water in gasoline.
10. Overchoking.
11. Excessively rich fuel mixture.
12. Intake valve stuck open or closed.
13. Engine has lost compression.
1. Move the fuel valve to the “On” position.
2. Move the rocker switch to the “Run”
position.
3. Clean or replace air cleaner.
4. Fill cranckcase to proper level.
5. Fill fuel tank.
6. Drain gas tank; fill with fresh fuel.
7. Connect wire to spark plug.
8. Replace spark plug.
9. Drain gas tank; fill with fresh fuel.
10. Open choke fully and crank engine.
11. Contact Briggs and Stratton service
facility.
12. Contact Briggs and Stratton service
facility.
13. Contact Briggs and Stratton service
facility.
Engine shuts down during
operation.
1. Out of gasoline.
2. Low oil level.
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. Fill cranckcase to proper level.
Engine lacks power.
Dirty air filter.
Replace air filter.
Engine “hunts” or falters.
Choke is opened too soon.
Move choke to halfway position until engine
runs smoothly.
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EXPLODED VIEW — UNIT
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PARTS LIST — UNIT
Item Part # Qty. Description
1 L189641GS 1 BASE
2 B2043GS 8 BOLT, Carriage
3 187978GS 1 KIT, Handle Hardware
4 C190293GS 1 HANDLE
5 CB1981GS 2 SUPPORT, Handle
6 99583GS 8 NUT, Hex Flange
7 B2150GS 1 HOOK, 5/16" Square Neck Gun
8 B2516GS 3 CAP, Black Vinyl
9 CB1982GS 1 BUMPER
10 30809GS 6 GROMMET
11 187974GS 1 DECAL, 5 QD Nozzles
12 190615GS 1 DECAL, Unit
13 190100GS 2 ASSEMBLY, Wheel
14 190146GS 2 PUSHNUT
15 48031GGS 1 CLAMP, Hose
16 A1040DGS 1 HOSE, Chemical Inject
17 A1041GS 1 FILTER, Chemical Hose
18 B4805GS 1 HOSE
19 87815GS 1 GOGGLES, Safety
20 B1436BGS 1 GUN, with Molded Grip
21 23645GS 4 CAPSCREW, Socket Head
22 22237GS 4 LOCKWASHER
23 190667GS 1 MANUAL, Owners
24 B3858GS 1 ASSY., Wand Ext. with QD
25 MS6321 1 MANUAL, B&S, Vanguard
26 BB3061BGS 2 OIL BOTTLE
Item Part # Qty. Description
27 188287GS 1 KIT, Nozzle Cleaning
28 B5830GS 1 KIT, O-Ring Maintenance
29 188194GS 1 BLIND RIVET
30 71693GS 1 FLAT WASHER
31 27007GS 1 VIB MOUNT, Donut Type
33 185805GS 1 PUMP, Assembly
(see pages 18-21)
34 21217GS 4 MOUNT, Vibration
35 67989GS 4 NUT, M8, Flange
36 B4224GS 1 SCREEN, Gun Inlet
37 95320GS 1 INLET, Garden Hose
38 97837GS 1 O-RING, High Pressure Hose
39 95458GS 1 QUICK CONNECT
40 B1554GS 1 VALVE, Thermal Relief
41 B4847GS 1 KIT, Nozzles QD
42 63281GS 1 KEY
43 187952GS 1 DECAL, Cool Down System
44 190277FGS 1 CARD, Owners Registration
45 190616GS 1 DECAL, PW, Snapper
46 11287628PGS 1 DIPSTICK, Pump
47 B2384GS 1 FILTER, Inlet
48 B4160GS 1 DECAL, Warning/Start
49 B3107GS 1 HOSE, Thermal Relief
50 48031BGS 2 CLAMP, Hose Band
51 B1880GS 4 NUT, M8, w/Washer
900 NSP 1 ENGINE
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PARTS LIST — PUMP
Item Part # Qty Description
0 187263GS 0 Complete Pump Assy (see also pages 20-21)
1 101B2327GS 6 Plug
2 100B2327GS 6 O-Ring
3 102B2327GS 6 Valve
4 103B2327GS 6 O-Ring
5 104B2327GS 2 Plug
6 105B2327GS 2 O-Ring
7 106B2327GS 3 Support Ring
8 107B2327GS 3 Gasket
9 108B2327GS 3 Piston Guide
10 109B2327GS 3 O-Ring
11 110B2327GS 3 Gasket
12 186381GS 3 Seal
13 112B2327GS 4 Screw
14 113B2327GS 1 Bearing Support
15 132B2327GS 3 Shim
16 114B2327GS 1 O-Ring
17 186382GS 1 Bearing
18 186383GS 1 Pump Housing
19 117B2327GS 1 Oil Cap
20 118B2327GS 3 Nut
21 119B2327GS 3 Washer
22 120B2327GS 3 Piston
23 121B2327GS 3 Spacer
24 122B2327GS 3 O-Ring
25 161B2327GS 3 Ring
26 123B2327GS 3 Piston Guide
27 124B2327GS 3 Piston Pin
28 186384GS 3 Con Rod
29 118B2126GS 1 Cover
30 1343501GS 4 Screw
31 186385GS 2 Plug
32 134B2327GS 3 O-Ring
33 116B2126GS 1 O-Ring
34 142B2126GS 4 Screw
35 150B2126GS 1 Flange
36 139B1410GS 1 O-Ring
37 138B1410GS 1 Seal
38 137B1410GS 1 Bearing
39 152B2126GS 1 Grub Screw
40 186386GS 1 Shaft
41 136B2327GS 1 Plug
44 139B2327GS 1 Pump Head
45 159B2327GS 8 Washer
46 140B2327GS 8 Screw
47 B1554GS 1 Thermal Relief Valve
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EXPLODED VIEW — UNLOADER
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PARTS LIST — UNLOADER
Item Part # Qty Description
0 153B2126GS 0 Complete Unloader
1 210B2327GS 1 Hose Tail
2 231B2327GS 3 O-Ring
3 211B2327GS 1 Stainless Ball
4 212B2327GS 1 Spring
5 213B2126GS 1 Injector Body
7 215B2327GS 1 Injector Nut
8 137B2327GS 1 O-Ring
9 216B2327GS 1 Spring
10 217B2327GS 1 Plunger
11 218B2327GS 1 O-Ring
12 220B2327GS 1 Spacer Plate
13 221B2327GS 1 Spring
14 222B2327GS 1 Spring, Spacer Plate
15 219B2327GS 1 Upper Piston
16 223B2327GS 1 Pin
17 224B2327GS 1 Ring
18 225B2327GS 1 O-Ring
19 226B2327GS 1 Inlet Bolt
20 227B2327GS 1 Washer
21 228B2327GS 1 Valve Housing
22 229B2327GS 2 Ring
23 230B2327GS 1 Washer
24 232B2327GS 1 Lower Piston
25 234B2327GS 1 O-Ring
26 233B2327GS 1 Piston Guide
27 235B2327GS 1 O-Ring
28 241B2327GS 1 Suction Fitting
29 240B2327GS 1 O-Ring
30 239B2327GS 1 Washer
31 238B2327GS 1 Bypass Fitting
32 237B2327GS 1 Washer
33 236B2327GS 1 Inlet Bolt
34 248B2327GS 1 Plug
35 155B2327GS 1 Screw
36 246B2327GS 1 Nut
37 245B2327GS 1 Knob
38 243B2327GS 1 Housing
39 244B2327GS 1 Pin
40 242B2327GS 1 Spring Guide
41 95320GS 1 Garden Hose Connector
42 95458GS 1 Quick Connect Connector
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LIMITED WARRANTY
SNAPPER™ OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective October 1, 2001
WARRANTY PERIOD*
* The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user, and continues for the period of time
stated in the table above. "Consumer use" means personal residential household use by a retail consumer. "Commercial use" means all other
uses, including use for commercial, income producing or rental purposes. Once equipment has been used commercially, it shall thereafter be
considered to be in commercial use for purposes of this warranty. Used equipment, demonstration equipment and equipment used for prime
power in place of a utility are not warranted. Accessory parts such as guns, hoses, wands and nozzles are excluded from the product warranty.
** The gasoline engine and starting batteries are warranted solely by the manufacturers of those products.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION IS NOT NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS
EQUIPMENT. SAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE RECEIPT. IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE PROOF OF THE INITIAL
PURCHASE DATE AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUESTED, THE MANUFACTURING DATE OF THE
EQUIPMENT WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
About your equipment warranty:
Generac Portable Products welcomes warranty repair and apologizes to you for being inconvenienced. Any Authorized Service Dealer may perform
warranty repairs. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate. For example,
warranty would not apply if equipment damage occurred because of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, shipping, handling, warehousing or
improper installation. Similarly, warranty is void if the serial number of the equipment has been removed or the equipment has been altered or
modified.
If a customer differs with the decision of the Service Dealer, an investigation will be made to determine whether the warranty applies. Ask the
Service Dealer to submit all supporting facts to its Distributor for review. If the Distributor decides that the claim is justified, the customer will
be fully reimbursed for those items that are defective. To avoid misunderstandings that might occur between the customer and the Dealer, listed
below are some of the causes of equipment failure that the warranty does not cover:
Normal wear:
Outdoor Power Equipment, like all mechanical devices, needs periodic parts, service and replacement to perform well. This warranty
does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment.
Installation and Maintenance:
This warranty does not apply to equipment or parts that have been subjected to improper or unauthorized installation or alteration,
misuse, negligence, accident, overloading, overspeeding, improper maintenance, repair or storage so as, in Generac Portable Products'
judgment, to adversely affect its performance and reliability. This warranty also does not cover normal maintenance such as adjustments,
fuel system cleaning and obstruction (due to chemical, dirt, carbon or lime, etc.).
Other Exclusions:
Also excluded from this warranty are wear items such as quick couplers, oil gauges, belts, o-rings, filters, pump packing, etc., pumps
which have been run without water supplied or damage or malfunctions resulting from accidents, abuse, modifications, alterations, or
improper servicing or freezing or chemical deterioration.
Warranty is available only through service dealers authorized by Generac Portable Products. This warranty does not apply to
service by any other entity.
To locate your nearest authorized Generac Portable Products Service Dealer, look at our dealer locator map on
www.generac-portables.com or call 1-877-544-0982. To speak with a Customer Service representative, call 1-800-317-7833.
Generac Portable Products, LLC
Jefferson, Wisconsin U.S.A.
LIMITED WARRANTY
“This Snapper™ product is distributed under license by Generac Portable Products, LLC, a subsidiary of Briggs & Stratton. Generac Portable
Products LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part, or parts of the equipment that are defective in material or workmanship or both.
Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this Warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective
for the time periods and subject to the conditions provided for in this policy. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in
our dealer locator map at www.generac-portables.com or call 1-877-544-0982. THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE TIME
PERIOD SPECIFIED, OR TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. LIABILITY FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT EXCLUSION IS PERMITTED BY
LAW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and country to country."
PRODUCTS** CONSUMER USE COMMERCIAL USE FACTORY RECONDITIONED UNITS
Portable Generator 1 year 90 days 90 days
(Side Valve Engine Powered)
Portable Generator 2 years 1 year 90 days
(Overhead Valve Engine Powered) (2nd year parts only)
Electric Powered Pressure Washer 1 year None None
Gasoline Powered Pressure Washer 1 year 90 days 90 days
Generac Portable Products Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents: (Other Patents Pending)
5902094 5823752 5718255 5890413
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