Snapper 1807-0 - Manual (Page 7)

Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer
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• 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 (not to exceed 50 feet in
length) 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.
CHECKLIST BEFORE
STARTING ENGINE
Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed
all of the following.
• Make sure the handle is in place and secure.
• Check that oil has been added to the proper level in the
engine crankcase.
• Add the proper fuel to fuel tank.
• Check for properly tightened hose connections (high
pressure and water supply) and that there are no kinks,
cuts, or damage to the high pressure hose.
• Provide a proper water supply at an adequate flow.
• Be sure to read "Safety Rules" and "How To Use Your
Pressure Washer" before using the pressure washer.
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