Engine maintenance, Preparing the unit for storage, Storing the engine – Snapper 1660-0 User Manual

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Snapper 2400 PSI Pressure Washer

5.

Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back
flushing water through the nozzle extension
(Figure 15). Back flush between 30 to 60 seconds.Turn
the adjustable nozzle extension to stream spray and
move the nozzle from low to high while flushing.

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 nozzle in
the high and in the low positions.

O–Ring Maintenance

Through the normal operation of your pressure washer,
o–rings are used to keep the connections of the hoses and
spray gun tight and leak–free.These o-rings 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 (adjustable nozzle in the forward
position). Flush for one to two minutes.

2.

Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove high
pressure and garden 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 15 — Backflushing the Nozzle

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