Sun SPX200E User Manual

A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER

1350 PSI | 1.45 GPM | 10 AMP

Model SPX200E

Form No. SJ-SPX200E-880E-M

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions

All Operators Must Read These Instructions Before Use

mWARNING! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,

if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

mCAUTION! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,

if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

mDANGER! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,

if not followed, will result in death or serious injury.

General Safety

WARNING! This appliance is not intended for use

by children or by unassisted, unsupervised persons whose physical, sensory, or mental capabilities prevent them from using it safely. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Before starting up your machine, please check it carefully for

any defects. If you nd any, do not start up your machine.

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mWARNING! When using the pressure washer, basic

safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the

risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury. These include:

• Know your product – Know how to stop the machine and

bleed pressure quickly. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the controls.

• Keep bystanders away – All visitors and pets should be kept a safe distance away from the work area.

• Use the right product – Do not use this machine for any job except that for which it is intended.

• Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can get caught in moving parts. Protective rubber gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors.

•

mCAUTION! – Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

• Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the pressure washer when you are tired, or under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.

• Do not overreach –

all times.

• Avoid unintentional starting – Do not carry a plugged-

in machine with your nger on the trigger. Make sure the switch is o before plugging in the machine.

• Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the machine by the

cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear, snug- tting clothing, protective gloves, and hearing and head

protection.

• Check the water temperature – This pressure washer is not meant to pump hot water. NEVER connect it to a hot water

supply as it will signicantly reduce the life of the pump.

• Store indoors – NEVER store the pressure washer

outdoors or where it could freeze. The pump could be seriously damaged.

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) – GFCI protection should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used for this pressure washer. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

• Inspect electrical cables – The insulation of the power cord should be perfectly intact. If the power cord is damaged or shows any signs of wear or tear, do not use the pressure washer. Contact your authorized Snow Joe

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Keep proper footing and balance at

mWARNING! Do not use this appliance without reading

this instruction manual.

mWARNING! This pressure washer's spray wand is

compatible with the SPX1DT detergent bottle attachment (sold separately; visit snowjoe.com to purchase). When using this attachment, be sure to use cleaning agents that are

specically recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning agents or chemicals may adversely aect the

safety of the appliance.

mWARNING! Do not use the appliance within range of

other people unless they are wearing protective clothing.

mWARNING! High-pressure jets can be dangerous if

subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed at persons, pets, live electrical equipment, or the appliance itself.

• Do not direct the jet at yourself or others in order to clean

clothes or footwear.

• Risk of explosion – Do not spray ammable liquids.

• Disconnect the tool – Disconnect from the electrical power

supply before performing any maintenance task.

• Keep children away – This high-pressure electric power washer must not be used by children or untrained personnel.

• To ensure appliance safety, use only original replacement

parts from the manufacturer or those approved by the manufacturer.

mWARNING! Water that has owed through backow

preventers is considered to be non-potable.

mWARNING! During cleaning, maintenance, or when

replacing parts, disconnect the machine from its power source by removing the plug from the socket outlet.

mWARNING! High-pressure hoses, ttings, and

couplings are important for the safe operation of the appliance.

Use only hoses, ttings, and couplings recommended by the

manufacturer.

• Check for damaged parts – Do not use the appliance if the supply cord or other important parts of the appliance are damaged (e.g. safety devices, high-pressure hoses, trigger gun).

mWARNING! If an extension cord is used, the plug and

socket must be of watertight construction.

NOTE: It is not recommended to use an extension cord with this pressure washer.

mWARNING! Inadequate extension cords can be

dangerous.

• This high-pressure electric power washer must not be used

at temperatures below 32ºF (0°C).

mWARNING! Power cords on drums should always be

completely unwound to prevent the cord from overheating.

• Power cord connections should be kept dry and o the

ground.

• If the power cord is damaged, do not use the appliance.

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• Keep the machine on a stable, at surface during operation,

handling, transportation, and storage. Sudden overturn of the machine can cause bodily injury.

• In the event of an accident or breakdown, switch o the

machine immediately. (If contact with detergent occurs, rinse with an abundance of clean water.)

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Electrical Safety

ATTENTION: If there are problems with the electrical

MAINS, short voltage drops may appear when starting the equipment. This can, in turn, inuence other equipment (e.g. cause a lamp to blink). If the MAINS-IMPEDANCE Zmax < 0.335 OHM, such disturbances are not expected. (If you require assistance, contact your local supply authority for further information.)

mWARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard – Before starting

up your machine, please check it carefully for any defects.

If you nd any, do not start up your machine. Contact your

authorized Snow Joe + Sun Joe (1-866-766-9563).

The following should be observed when connecting the

high-pressure electric power washer to the electric supply:

• The electric supply connection should be performed by a

• The electric supply to this appliance should include either

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qualied person.

a residual current device that will interrupt the supply if the leakage current to the earth exceeds 30 mA for 30 ms or a device that will interrupt the earth circuit (GFCI).

IMPORTANT: Only use water without any impurities.

If there is a risk of running sand into the inlet water (i.e. from

your own well), an additional lter should be installed.

Safety devices

The unloader valve can reduce pressure if it exceeds preset values. The spray gun features a locking device. When the lock is activated, the spray gun cannot be operated.

1. Thermal sensor – A thermal sensor protects the motor against overloading. The machine will restart after a few minutes when the thermal sensor has cooled.

2. Double insulation – In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and

should be performed only by qualied service personnel at

an authorized Snow Joe parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double-insulated appliance is marked with the words “Double Insulation” or “Double Insulated.” The symbol also be marked on the appliance.

3. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection – A GFCI should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for this pressure washer. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

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4. It is not recommended to use an extension cord with this pressure washer. The unit comes standard with a 35 ft GFCI power cable. Using an extension cord may cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.

5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other). The

appliance plug will t into a polarized outlet only one way.

If the appliance plug does not t fully into the outlet,

reverse the plug. If the plug still does not t, make sure that

you are using the correct polarized wall outlet. If the plug

still does not t, contact a qualied electrician to install

the proper wall outlet. Do not modify the appliance plug, power cord receptacle, or power cord plug in any way.

m WARNING m

6. To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the extension cord during operation, make a knot with the two cords as shown in Table 1.

Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord

Cord set Appliance cord

(A) Tie cord as shown

Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. Heed these warnings:

• Do not allow any part of the electric pressure washer

to make contact with water while it is in operation. If

the appliance becomes wet while turned o, wipe dry

before starting.

• Do not use an extension cord over 25 ft. The

pressure washer comes equipped with a 35 ft power cable. Combined cord length must not exceed 60 ft. Any extension cord must be 16-gauge (or heavier) to safely power the pressure washer.

• Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet hands

or while standing in water. Wearing rubber boots

oers some protection.

EXTENSION CORD CHART

Cord Length:

Min. Wire Gauge (A.W.G.):

25 ft (7.6 m)

(B) Connect plug and receptacle

7. Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the pressure washer

by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

Risk of electrocution

• Inspect cord before using.

• Do not use if cord is damaged.

• Keep all connections dry and o the ground.

• Do not touch plug with wet hands.

• Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges.

• Do not spray electrical apparatus and wiring.

Risk of explosion

• Do not spray ammable liquids.

• Do not use acids, bases, solvents, or any ammable

material in this product. These substances can cause physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine.

Additional safety instructions

• High-pressure: keep clear of nozzle.

• Injection hazard: equipment can cause serious injury if the

spray penetrates the skin.

• Do not point the gun at anyone or at any part of the body.

• In case of skin penetration, seek medical aid immediately.

• Before servicing, cleaning, or removing any parts, shut o

the power and relieve pressure.

• This machine is not suitable for connection to the potable

water mains.

Product Description

Purpose

• This high-pressure electric power washer is intended for

residential use only. It is designed for light-to-medium duty cleaning jobs on boats, motorcycles, RV’s, ATV’s, trailers, decks, barbecues, siding, patio furniture, and more.

Areas of application

• Never use the machine in potentially explosive areas under

any circumstances!

• The operating temperature must be between 32ºF (0ºC) and 104ºF (40ºC).

• The machine consists of an assembly with a pump, which

is encased in a shock-absorbing housing. To provide the operator with an optimal working position, the machine is equipped with a spray wand and a non-slip handle grip,

whose shape and conguration comply with applicable

regulations.

• Do not cover or modify the spray wand or the spray nozzle

in any way.

• The high-pressure electric power washer is designed to be

used with cold or lukewarm water; higher temperatures can damage the pump.

• Do not use water that is dirty, gritty, or contains any

chemical products, as such impurities could impair operation and shorten the life of the machine.

Safety Symbols

The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbols SymbolsDescriptions Descriptions

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand,

and follow all instructions in the user manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.

WARNING! Electrical shock hazard.

SAFETY ALERT – Indicates a

precaution, a warning, or a danger.

WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION – For protection

against injury, wear ear defenders and safety goggles.

Wear safety gloves during use to protect hands.

Store indoors. Never store the pressure washer outdoors. If the pump freezes, permanent damage may result.

WARNING! Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions. Keep dry.

To reduce the risk of injury, user must keep all bystanders at least 49 ft (15 m) away.

Wear non-slip footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

Machine not suitable for connection to the potable water mains.

Always keep the power cable away from heat sources, oils, or sharp edges. Immediately remove plug from the mains if the cable is damaged, frayed, or entangled.

Sound power level is 88 dB.

WARNING! Turn the machine OFF and disconnect it from the power supply before inspecting, cleaning, changing accessories, or conducting any other maintenance task.

Double Insulation – When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

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