Snapper 1807-0 User's Manual
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1. NOHINAWN 3 4 Move throttle control to FAST position If engine still bogs down contact Briggs and Stratton service facility Fill fuel tank TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Cause Nozzle in low pressure mode Water inlet is blocked Inadequate water supply Inlet hose is kinked or leaking Clogged inlet hose strainer Water supply is over 100 F High pressure hose is blocked or leaks Gun leaks Nozzle is obstructed Pump is faulty Detergent siphoning tube is not submerged Chemical filter is clogged or cracked Dirty in line filter Nozzle is in high pressure mode Engine speed is too slow Out of gasoline Problem Pump has following problems failure to produce pressure erratic pressure chattering loss of pressure low water volume Detergent fails to mix with spray Engine runs good at no load but bogs when load is added Pressure washer shuts down during operation 05142257 Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Item Part Description Item Part Description I 192547GS BASE 10 21760GS ORIFICE 2 BI91874GS HANDLE II 192309GS KIT Hook 3 7 909 5 BILLBOARD 12 9205065 KIT E Ring 4 190249GS HOSE 55 WAND Adjustable Nozzle 5 192529GS KIT Pump Mounting Hardware 14 192311GS KIT Wheel 6 192128GS KIT Hook 15 5 KEY 7 190132GS GUN 16 18992. High pressure spray could cause you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface Keep spray nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface Operate this unit on a stable surface The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from a ladder scaffolding or any other relatively unstable location Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high pressure spray to avoid injury if gun kicks back Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules iii ta dew eee ana 2 3 Know Your Pressure Washer 000005 4 Assembly den Roeser ss 5 7 0613613 sitan ea 8 10 Product Specifications 0 00 ee ee ee eee 1 Maintenance EREE 11 13 StOrAgE sciiti ini 14 Troubleshooting eee 15 Replacement Parts 16 17 Notes ricreare 18 19 Warranty sei bin ities Last Page EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your generator Know its applications its limitations and any hazards involved Every effort has been made to ensure that informat
3. pump action If you do not plan to use the pressure washer for more than 30 days follow this procedure I 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 prevent corrosion build up and freezing of pump 5 Store unit in a clean dry area Protecting the Pump To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral deposits or freezing use PumpSaver to treat pump This prevents freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Correction Pull nozzle backward for high pressure mode Clear inlet Provide adequate water flow Straighten inlet hose patch leak Check and clean inlet hose strainer Provide cooler water supply Clear blocks in outlet hose Replace gun Clean nozzle Contact Snapper service facility Insert detergent siphoning tube into detergent Clean or replace filter detergent siphoning tube See Check In Line Filter on page 12 Push nozzle forward for low pressure mode
4. Chemical Injection Siphon Filter oe High Pressure Outlet amp Water Inlet Fuel Cap Fill with clean unleaded fuel here High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water pump and the other end to spray gun High Pressure Outlet Connection for pressure hose Nozzle Extension Attach to spray gun to use adjustable nozzle Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Used for checking and adding oil Pump Develops high pressure Recoil Starter Used for starting the engine manually Spray Gun Controls the application of water onto cleaning surface with trigger device Includes safety latch Water Inlet Connection for garden hose adjustments Save this manual for future reference Spray Gun Recoil Starter Nozzle Extension Fuel Cap Adjustable Nozzle Pump equipped with Automatic Cool Down System Adjustable Nozzle Always attached to nozzle extension Adjustable nozzle allows you to adjust force of spray and spray pattern Air Cleaner Dry type filter element limits the amount of dirt and dust that gets in the engine Automatic Cool Down System Cycles water through pump when water reaches 25 155 F Warm water will discharge from pump onto ground This system prevents internal pump damage Chemical Injection Siphon Filter Use to siphon detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low pressure stream Data Tag not shown near rear of base plate Provides model revi
5. YOUR PRESSURE WASHER If you have any problems operating your pressure washer please call the pressure washer helpline at 1 800 317 7833 How to Start Your Pressure Washer To start your pressure washer for the first time follow these instructions step by step This starting information also applies if you have let the pressure washer sit idle for at least a day Place the pressure washer near an outside water source capable of supplying water at a flow rate greater than 3 0 gallons per minute and no less than 20 PSI at the pressure washer end of the garden hose Check that the high pressure hose is tightly connected to the spray gun and to the pump See Preparing Pressure Washer for Use for illustrations Make sure unit is in a level position Connect the garden hose to the water inlet on the pressure washer pump Turn ON the water CAUTION DO NOT run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on You must follow this caution or the pump will be damaged Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun until you have a steady stream of water This purges the pump of air and impurities e Attach the adjustable nozzle extension to the spray gun Figure 6 Tighten by hand Figure 6 Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun E amp O SNAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS e Twisting the nozzle adjusts the spray pattern from a narrow pattern to a fan pattern Figure 2 Figure 12 Adjus
6. anything that may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts Tie up long hair and remove jewelry A WARNING High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other particles to become airborne Always wear eye protection when you use this equipment or when you are in the vicinity where the equipment is in use A WARNING electric shock 4 Unintentional sparking can result in fire or WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR PRESSURE WASHER Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug Excessively high or low operating speeds increase risk of injury and damage to pressure washer DO NOT tamper with governed speed DO NOT operate the pressure washer above the rated pressure CAUTION High pressure spray may damage fragile items including glass DO NOT point spray gun at glass when in the jet spray mode e NEVER aim the spray gun at plants Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or WHEN ADDING FUEL Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap Fill fuel tank outdoors DO NOT overfill tank Allow space for fuel expansion Keep fuel away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other ignition sources DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke WHEN OP
7. convenience type water shut off valve Damage to pressure washer resulting from disregarding this warning will not be covered by the warranty e Turn ON the water and squeeze the trigger on the gun to purge the pump system of air and impurities be sure you are wearing adequate eye protection 0 CAUTION Before starting the pressure washer 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 e 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 e 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 e Run
8. in line filter for damage Check high pressure hose for leaks e Check detergent siphoning tube and filter for damage e Check spray gun and adjustable nozzle extension assembly for leaks Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube If you used the detergent siphoning tube you must flush it with clean water before stopping the engine Place the detergent siphoning tube in a bucket full of clean water Slide the adjustable nozzle forward to the low pressure position Flush for 1 2 minutes e Shut off the engine IMPORTANT Simply shutting OFF engine will not release pressure in the system When the engine has shut down squeeze the trigger on the spray gun to relieve the pressure in the hose Nozzle Maintenance A pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the spray gun trigger may be caused by excessive pump pressure The principal cause of excessive pump pressure is a orifice clogged or restricted with foreign materials such as dirt etc To correct the problem immediately clean the orifice using the tools included with your pressure washer and follow these instructions I Shut off the engine and turn off the water supply 2 Detach the nozzle extension from the spray gun Twist the nozzle clockwise to the stream position Using the supplied 2mm 5 64 allen wrench remove the orifice from the end of the nozzle extension Figure 14 Figure 14 Removing and Cle
9. operate your new pressure washer REMOVE PRESSURE WASHER FROM CARTON e Remove the parts bag included with pressure washer Slice two corners at the end of carton from top to bottom so the panel can be folded down flat then remove all packing material Remove pressure washer from carton Carton Contents Check all contents e Main unit Engine Oil e Safety Goggles High Pressure Hose e Spray Gun e Nozzle Extension e Parts Bag which includes the following e Owners Manual e Engine Manual e Owner s Registration Card e Maintenance Kit Handle Fastening Hardware Kit which includes e Carriage Bolts 2 e Plastic Knobs 2 e P Hooks 2 Lock Nuts 2 PREPARING PRESSURE WASHER FOR USE If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged call the pressure washer helpline at 1 800 317 7833 If calling for assistance please have the model revision and serial number from the data tag available CO 22 777 Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer Add Fuel WARNING NEVER fill fuel tank indoors NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot Allow unit to cool for two minutes before refueling DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank WARNING DO NOT overfill the fuel tank Always allow room for fuel expansion Place pressure washer on a level surface e Refer to engine owners manual to add recommended fuel to engine Co
10. 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 e Position the nozzle in the low pressure mode see How to Use the Adjustable Nozzle and squeeze the trigger on the spray gun to relieve the air pressure caused by turning ON the water Water will flow out of the spray gun in a thin stream Continue to hold trigger until there is a steady stream of water and no air remains in the system This will make it easier to pull start the engine Release the trigger Engage the safety latch to the spray gun trigger Figure 7 Figure 7 Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged Sh 0 Safety Latch Start the engine according to instructions given in the engine owner s manual NOTE Always keep the throttle lever in the Fast position when operating the pressure washer NOTE If the recoil starter is hard to pull squeeze the spray gun trigger to relieve internal pump pressure How to Stop Your Pressure Washer Let the engine idle for two minutes Turn engine off according to instructions given in the engine owner s manual Squeeze trigger on the spray gun to relieve pressure in the hose NOTE A small amount of water will squirt out when you release the pressure Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS HOW TO USE
11. 70GS ASSY Pump see page 17 8 B2203GS KIT Handle Connector 900 NSP ENGINE 9 192310GS KIT Vibration Mount Items Not Illustrated Part Description 192333GS MANUAL Owner s 192548GS KIT Decal BB306IBGS OIL Engine EXPLODED Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer E amp O SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Item Part Description Item Part Description 19 190571GS CAP Oil A 190709GS KIT WOBBLE PLATE BEARING 23 5 CARTER B 190632GS KIT WATER INLET ALUM 28 5 MANIFOLD C 190634GS KIT OUTLET ALUM 29 5 O RING D 907 065 KIT PISTON 30 190576GS SCREW E 190591GS KIT CHECK VALVES 34 5 CONNECTION Chemical Inlet F 190592GS KIT INLET CHECK 45 970578 5 PIN G 190593GS KIT CHEMICAL INJECTION 46 25 VALVE Seat Plate Brass H 190594GS KIT UNLOADER STEM 47 9058065 VALVE Seat Stainless J 189971GS KIT CHEMICAL HOSE 62 190581GS CAP K 190595GS KIT SEAL SET 68 190582GS BALL Stainless Steel L 70596 5 KIT HEAD BRASS 69 5 O RING 76 21783GS THERMO RELIEF NOTE Item letters A L are service kits and 77 190586GS OIL BOTTLE include all parts shown within the box SMAPPER Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer p a E gt lt NOTES Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS NOTES SNAPPER OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective January 3 LIMITED WARRANTY This Snapper product is distributed under license to Bri
12. ERATING EQUIPMENT DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill DO NOT spray flammable liquids WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT e Transport repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve OFF WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK e Store away from furnaces stoves water heaters clothes dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors A WARNING The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can pierce skin and its Zali underlying tissues leading to serious injury and possible amputation e NEVER aim the spray gun at people animals or plants DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate the pressure washer e NEVER repair high pressure hose Replace it WARNING Running engines produce heat Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150 F 65 C SAU Severe burns can occur on contact DO NOT touch hot surfaces Allow equipment to cool before touching SNAPPER Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer PRESSURE by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER Read this owner s manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer Compare the illustrations with your pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and LL High Pressure Hose Oil Fill 8 Cap Dipstick
13. ESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE Check and Clean Inlet Screen Examine the screen on the water inlet Clean it if the screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged Check High Pressure Hose The high pressure hose can develop leaks from wear kinking or abuse Inspect the hose each time before using it Check for cuts leaks abrasions or bulging of cover damage or movement of couplings If any of these conditions exist replace the hose immediately Replace it with another hose that exceeds the maximum pressure rating of your pressure washer 0 WARNING NEVER repair a high pressure hose Check Detergent Siphoning Tube Examine the filter on the detergent tube and clean if clogged The tube should fit tightly on the barbed fitting Examine the tube for leaks or tears Replace the filter or tube if either is damaged Check Gun and Adjustable Nozzle Extension Examine the hose connection to the spray gun and make sure it is secure Test the trigger by pressing it and making sure it springs back into place when you release it Put the safety latch in the ON position and test the trigger You should not be able to press the trigger Purge Pump of Air and Contaminants To remove air from the pump follow these steps Set up the pressure washer as described in Preparing Pressure Washer For Use Connect the water supply and turn water on e Pull the trigger on the spray gun and hold e When the water supply i
14. ON CENTERS Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer MAINTENANCE 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 Figure 15 Backflushing the Nozzle 6 Reinstall the orifice and in line filter into the nozzle extension DO NOT overtighten the orifice with the allen wrench Reconnect the nozzle extension to the spray gun 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 Pump Maintenance Changing Pump Oil Change oil every 50 hours or once yearly whichever occurs first NOTE Purchase a premeasured bo
15. PER by 2300PSI Briggs amp Stratton Pressure Washer POWER PRODUCTS AS Ley N Sy Lu co SS Questions Help is just a moment away Helpline 1 800 317 7833 M F 8 5 CT This Snapper product is distributed under license to Briggs amp Stratton Power Products BRIGGS amp STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP LLC JEFFERSON WISCONSIN U S A Model No 1807 0 2300 PSI Pressure Washer Manual No 191333GS Revision 0 12 18 2002 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER Running engine gives off carbon monoxide an odorless colorless poison gas Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled or ingested causing severe nausea fainting or poisoning Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea fainting or death Operate pressure washer ONLY outdoors Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance that vapors may be inhaled Read all instructions with mask so you are certain the mask will provide the necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors A WARNING Wy Spray contact with electrical wiring can result in G electrocution e Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric shock may result WARNING Use of pressure washer can create puddles and slippery surfaces
16. aning Nozzle 3 Remove the in line filter from the other end of the nozzle extension 4 Use the wire included in the kit or a small paper clip to free any foreign material clogging or restricting the orifice Figure 14 Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer SNAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS To remove contaminants from the pump follow these steps Set up the pressure washer as described in Preparing Pressure Washer For Use Connect the water supply and turn water on Remove the nozzle extension from the spray gun Start the engine according to instructions in How To Use Your Pressure Washer Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun and hold When the water supply is steady and constant engage the safety latch and refasten the nozzle extension Check In Line Filter Refer to Figure 13 and service the in line filter if it becomes clogged as follows Figure 13 Clean In Line Filter Nozzle Extension I Detach spray gun and nozzle extension from high pressure hose Detach nozzle extension from spray gun and remove o ring and screen from nozzle extension Flush the screen spray gun and adjustable nozzle extension with clean water to clear debris 2 If the screen is damaged the o ring kit contains a replacement in line filter screen and an o ring If undamaged reuse screen 3 Place the in line filter screen into the threaded end of the nozzle extension Direction do
17. ear parts only The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user and continues for the period of time stated in the table above Consumer use means personal residential household use by a retail consumer Commercial use means all other uses including use for commercial income producing or rental purposes Once equipment has been used commercially it shall thereafter be considered to be in commercial use for purposes of this warranty The engine and starting batteries are warranted solely by the manufacturers of those products WARRANTY REGISTRATION IS NOT NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON BRIGGS amp STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS EQUIPMENT SAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE RECEIPT IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE PROOF OF THE INITIAL PURCHASE DATE AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUESTED THE MANUFACTURING DATE OF THE EQUIPMENT WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE THE WARRANTY PERIOD About your equipment warranty We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being inconvenienced Any Authorized service dealer may perform warranty repairs Most warranty repairs are handled routinely but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate For example warranty service would not apply if equipment damage occurred because of misuse lack of routine maintenance shipping handling warehousing or improper installation Similarly the warranty is void if the manufacturing date or the serial number on t
18. es not matter Push the screen in with the eraser end of a pencil until it rests flat at the bottom of the opening Take care to not bend the screen 4 Place the o ring into the recess Push the o ring snugly against the in line filter screen 5 Assemble the nozzle extension to the spray gun as described earlier in this manual SNAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Change pump oil as follows I Drain engine oil and fuel from pressure washer 2 Use a 8mm allen wrench to remove the black pump oil cap between the high pressure outlet and garden hose inlet Figure 17 Figure 17 Changing Pump Oil 3 Tilt the pressure washer to drain the oil into an approved container until it drips slowly from the pump 4 Tilt the pressure washer in the opposite direction and empty the premeasured pump oil bottle into the same opening a small funnel may be helpful 5 Install the black pump oil cap and tighten firmly 6 Set the pressure washer in the upright position Add fuel and engine oil ENGINE MAINTENANCE See the engine owner s manual for instructions on how to properly maintain the engine CAUTION Avoid prolonged or repeated skin A 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 OILTO COLLECTI
19. ggs amp Stratton Power Products Briggs amp Stratton Power Products will repair or replace free of charge any part or parts of the equipment that are defective in material or workmanship or both Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser This warranty is effective for the time periods and subject to the conditions provided for in this policy For warranty service find your nearest Authorized service dealer by calling 1 800 317 7833 Warranty service may only be performed by a Briggs amp Stratton Power Products Authorized service dealer THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE TIME PERIOD SPECIFIED OR TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT EXCLUSION IS PERMITTED BY LAW Some countries or states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some countries or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from country to country or state to state WARRANTY PERIOD Pressure Washer 90 Days Portable Generator 2 Years 2nd y
20. he equipment has been removed or the equipment has been altered or modified During the warranty period the Authorized service dealer at its option will repair or replace any part that upon examination is found to be defective under normal use and service This warranty will not cover following repairs and equipment e Normal Wear Outdoor power equipment like all mechanical devices needs periodic parts service and replacement to perform well This warranty does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment e Installation and Maintenance This warranty does not apply to equipment or parts that have been subjected to improper or unauthorized installation or alteration and modification misuse negligence accident overloading overspeeding improper maintenance repair or storage so as in our judgment to adversely affect its performance and reliability This warranty also does not cover normal maintenance such as adjustments fuel system cleaning and obstruction due to chemical dirt carbon or lime etc e Other Exclusions Also excluded from this warranty are wear items such as quick couplers oil gauges belts o rings filters pump packing etc pumps which have been run without water supplied or damage or malfunctions resulting from accidents abuse modifications alterations or improper servicing or freezing or chemical deterioration Accessory parts such as guns hoses wands and nozzles are excl
21. ion in this manual is accurate and current However Snapper reserves the right to change alter or otherwise improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice SAFETY RULES This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death The safety alert symbol is used with a signal word DANGER CAUTION WARNING a pictorial and or a safety message to alert you to hazards DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in equipment damage Follow safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester it must be maintained in effective working order E amp O SNAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS WARNING Starter and other rotating parts can entangle hands hair clothing or accessories DO NOT wear loose clothing jewelry or
22. nnect Hose and Water Supply to Pump IMPORTANT To avoid pump damage you must assemble the nozzle extension to the spray gun and attach all hoses before you start the engine Uncoil the high pressure hose and attach one end of the hose to the base of the spray gun Figure 3 Tighten by hand Figure 3 Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun Connect high pressure hose here by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Figure 3 Attach L Hooks to Handle Hose Hook 4 Insert the other L hook through the hole just above the billboard on the right side of the handle viewing from rear of unit Hold the hook in place with a pliers and attach the locknut with a 7 16 wrench Figure 3 Add Engine Oil IMPORTANT Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil may result in an engine failure e Place pressure washer on a level surface e Refer to engine owners manual to add recommended oil to engine NOTE Check Oil Often During Engine Break in Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer SNAPPER A by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS e 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
23. nt or other cleaning chemicals WARNING NEVER adjust spray pattern when spraying NEVER put hands in front of nozzle to adjust spray pattern Slide the nozzle forward when you wish to adjust the spray to low pressure mode Figure 10 Slide the nozzle backward to achieve high pressure Figure 10 Adjusting Nozzle for Pressure Slide nozzle forward for low pressure mode and detergent application Slide nozzle backward for High Pressure Mode e Point the nozzle down towards a firm surface and press the trigger to test the pattern Figure 1 Figure Testing the Spray Pattern ANN CAUTION Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high pressure spray to avoid injury if gun kicks back NOTE You can also stop detergent from flowing by simply removing detergent siphoning tube from bottle Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you plan to spray Apply a high pressure spray to a small area then check the surface for damage If no damage is found it is okay to continue cleaning Start at the top of the area to be rinsed working down with same overlapping strokes as you used for washing and applying detergent Automatic Cool Down System Thermal Relief If you run the engine on your pressure washer for 3 5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun circulating water in the pump can reach a temperature between 125 155 F When the water reaches 5 temperature the aut
24. omatic cool down system engages and cools the pump by discharging the warm water onto the ground This system prevents internal damage to the pump Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer amp SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Make sure the garden hose is connected to the water inlet Check that the high pressure hose is connected to the spray gun and the pump Start the engine Apply the detergent to a dry surface starting at lower portion of area to be washed and work upward using long even overlapping strokes Allow the detergent to soak in for 3 5 minutes before washing and rinsing Reapply as needed to prevent surface from drying DO NOT allow the detergent to dry on prevents streaking IMPORTANT You must flush the chemical injection system after each use by placing the filter into a bucket of clean water then run the pressure washer in low pressure for l 2 minutes Pressure Washer Rinsing WARNING Be extremely careful if you must use A the pressure washer from a ladder scaffolding or any other relatively unstable location When you press the trigger the recoil from the initial spray could cause you to fall The high pressure spray could also cause you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface For Rinsing Slide the nozzle backward to high pressure press the trigger and wait for the detergent to clear E amp O SNAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS PR
25. s steady and constant engage the safety latch Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS Outlet Pressure 2300 psi Flow Rate 2 0 gallons per minute gpm Detergent Use detergent approved for pressure washers Water Supply Not to Exceed Temperature Automatic Cool Will cycle when water reaches 125 155 F 64 Ibs Down System Shipping Weight GENERAL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS The pressure washer warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty the operator must maintain the pressure washer as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your pressure washer All maintenance in this manual and the engine owner s manual should be made at least once each season Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug clean or replace the air filter and check the spray gun and adjustable nozzle extension assembly for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper fuel air mixture and help your engine run better and last longer Please refer to your engine owner s manual for more details If equipped with inflatable tires keep the air pressure at the value marked on the tire or within 15 and 40 psi Before Each Use e Check engine oil level e Check water inlet screen for damage e Check
26. sion and serial number of pressure washer Please have these readily available if calling for assistance Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer E amp O SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS To prepare your pressure washer for operation you will need to perform these tasks Fill out and send in registration card Add oil to the engine crankcase Add fuel to the fuel tank Connect the high pressure hose to the spray gun and the pump Connect the water supply to the pump Attach nozzle extension to spray gun Attach Handle I Place the handle assembly onto the handle supports connected to the main unit Make sure the holes in the handle align with the holes on the handle supports Figure 1 Figure Attach Handle to Base X Align Holes Handle Supports NOTE It may be necessary to move the handle supports from side to side in order to align the handle so it will slide over the handle supports 2 Insert the carriage bolts through the holes from the outside of the unit and attach a plastic knob from the inside of the unit Figure 2 Tighten by hand Figure 2 Secure Handle Insert one of the L hooks through the hole just under the billboard on the left side of the handle viewing from rear of unit Hold the hook in place with a pliers and attach the locknut with a 7 16 wrench Figure 3 IMPORTANT Read entire owner s manual before you attempt to assemble or
27. ting the Nozzle for Spray Pattern b k Rotate nozzle counterclockwise for fan spray pattern Rotate nozzle clockwise for narrow spray pattern For most effective cleaning keep spray nozzle from 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning surface e If you get the spray nozzle too close especially using high pressure mode you may damage the surface being cleaned DO NOT get closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires Applying Detergent with the Adjustable Nozzle IMPORTANT Use soaps designed specifically for pressure washers Household detergents could damage the pump CAUTION You must attach all hoses before you start the engine Starting the engine without all the hoses connected and without the water turned ON will damage the pump To apply detergent follow these steps e Review the use of adjustable nozzles e Prepare the detergent solution as required by the job Place the filter end of the detergent siphoning tube into the detergent container CAUTION Keep the detergent siphoning tube from coming in contact with the hot muffler Slide the adjustable nozzle forward to low pressure mode Detergent cannot be applied with the nozzle in high pressure position Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer How to Use the Adjustable Nozzle You now should know how to START your pressure washer and how to STOP it The information in this section will tell you how to adjust the spray pattern and to apply deterge
28. ttle of pump oil item number 90586 65 by contacting the nearest authorized service center NOTE PumpSaver is available as an optional accessory It is not included with the pressure washer Contact the nearest authorized service center to purchase PumpSaver CAUTION You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render your unit inoperable Freeze damage is not covered under warranty warnings on the PumpSaver can label Always wear eye protection when using PumpSaver 0 CAUTION Read and follow all cautions and To use PumpSaver make sure the pressure washer is turned off and disconnected from supply water Read and follow all instructions and warnings given on the PumpSaver container NOTE PumpSaver will drip from pump after treatment and will stain wood and concrete 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 STORING THE ENGINE See the engine owner s manual for instructions on how to properly prepare the engine for storage Snapper 2300 PSI Pressure Washer gt SNAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS 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
29. uded from the product warranty Also excluded is used reconditioned and demonstration equipment equipment used for prime power in place of utility power and equipment used in life support applications BRIGGS amp STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP LLC JEFFERSON WISCONSIN U S A
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