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Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer
•Attach the other end of the high pressure hose to the high pressure outlet on the pump (Figure 4).Tighten by hand.
Figure 4 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Pump
•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.
Figure 5 — 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.
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’
•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.
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