Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer
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.
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
Connect high pressure hose here.
•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.
Figure 6 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
Connect high |
pressure hose here |
•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.
Figure 7 — Connect the Garden Hose to Water Inlet
Inspect inlet screen, |
Do Not use if |
damaged, clean if |
dirty. |
•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’
•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.
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