2700PSI
Pressure Washer
Owner’s Manual
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Model No. 1661-0 (2700 PSI Pressure Washer) Manual No. 190666GS Revision 0 (01/10/2002)
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WARNING
WARNING
The high pressure spray could also cause you to
fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface.
Starter and other rotating parts can entangle
hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
Pressure in a running washer builds as you
climb. When you press the trigger, the recoil
from the initial spray could cause you to fall.
Use of pressure washer can create puddles and
slippery surfaces.
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
• Keep spray nozzle between 8 to 24 inches away from cleaning
surface.
• Be extremely careful if you must use the pressure washer from
a ladder, scaffolding or any other relatively unstable location.
WARNING
• The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and drainage to
reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces.
High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne.
• Operate this unit on a stable surface.
• Always wear eye protection when you use this equipment or
when you are in the vicinity where the equipment is in use.
WARNING
DANGER
Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
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.
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.
• 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.
CAUTION
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.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat. Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
150°F (65°C).
CAUTION
High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass.
Severe burns can occur on contact.
• Do not point spray gun at glass when in the jet spray mode.
• Never aim the spray gun at plants.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
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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
adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Spray Nozzles
Spray Gun
Fuel Tank
Rocker Switch
Throttle Lever
Choke Lever
Fuel Valve
Nozzle Extension with
Quick Connect
Recoil Starter
(on front of engine)
Air Filter
Pump equipped with
Automatic Cool Down System
Oil Fill Cap
Chemical Injection Siphon/Filter
High Pressure Outlet
with Quick Connect
Pressure
Control Knob
Water Inlet
Air Filter — Protects engine by filtering dust and debris out
Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect — Allows you to
of intake air.
switch between four different spray nozzles.
Automatic Cool Down System — Cycles water through
pump when water reaches 140°-145°F. Warm water will
discharge from pump onto ground. This system prevents
internal pump damage.
Oil Fill Cap — Fill engine with oil here.
Pressure Control Knob — Varies the pressure of the high
pressure spray.
Pump — Develops high pressure.
Chemical Injection Siphon/Filter — Use to siphon
detergent or other pressure washer chemicals into the low
pressure stream.
Recoil Starter — Use for starting the engine manually.
Rocker Switch - Set this switch to "On" before using
recoil starter. Set switch to "Off" to switch off engine.
Choke Lever — Prepares a cold engine for starting.
Fuel Valve — Used to turn fuel on and off to engine.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto
cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.
Gas Tank — Fill tank with regular unleaded gasoline. Always
leave room for fuel expansion.
Spray Nozzles — Chemical injection, 0°, 15°, 25°, and 40°:
for various cleaning applications.
High Pressure Hose (not shown) — Connect one end to
the water pump and the other end to the spray gun.
Throttle Lever—Sets engine in starting mode for recoil
starter. Operate normally in fast speed.
High Pressure Outlet with Quick Connect — To
connect high pressure hose.
Water Inlet — Connect garden hose here.
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IMPORTANT: Read entire owner’s manual before you
attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.
PREPARING PRESSURE
WASHER FOR USE
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged,
contact the local Snapper service center.
REMOVE PRESSURE
WASHER FROM
CARTON
To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you
will need to perform these tasks:
• Remove all accessories and parts bag included with
pressure washer.
• Fill out and send in the registration card.
• Attach the handle to the main unit.
• Add oil to the engine.
• 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.
• Add fuel to the fuel tank.
• Roll pressure washer out of carton.
• Connect the high pressure hose to the spray gun and the
pump.
Carton Contents
Items in the carton include:
• Main unit
• Connect the water supply to the pump.
• Connect nozzle extension to spray gun.
• Select and install desired nozzle.
• High pressure hose
• Handle
Attach Handle to the Pressure
Washer
• Place the handle onto the handle supports already
connected to the main unit. Make sure the holes in the
handle align with the holes on the handle supports.
(Figure 1)
• Pump oil dipstick (hanging on pump)
• Bottle of engine oil
• Safety goggles
• Spray gun with quick connect fitting
• Nozzle extension with quick connect fitting
• Accessory bag (includes the following):
Figure 1 — Attach the Handle to the Base
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•
•
•
•
•
•
Owner’s registration card
Nozzle cleaning kit
Handle
Make sure the
holes on the
handle are
aligned with the
holes on the
handle supports
Bag containing 5 multi–colored quick connect nozzles
O–Ring maintenance kit
Owner’s manual
Handle
Supports
Engine manual
Handle hardware, including one carriage bolt, one
“L” bolt and 2 plastic knobs
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.
If any of the above parts are missing or damaged, contact
the local Snapper service center.
• Insert the carriage bolt through the hole on the left side
of the handle (viewing from rear of unit) and attach the
plastic knob (Figure 2). Tighten the knob by hand.
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• Install the oil dipstick.
Figure 2 — Secure Handle
NOTE: The pump is pre-lubricated and sealed, requiring
no additional lubrication for the life of the pump.
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.
• Insert the “L” bolt through the hole on the right side of
the handle (viewing from rear of unit) and attach the
plastic knob (Figure 2). Tighten the knob by hand. If not
installed, add the vinyl cap to the “L” bolt.
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Refer to the engine owners manual to add recommended
oil to engine.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner’s manual for recommendations.
• Insert the multi–colored nozzles in the spaces provided
in the handle.
Add Gasoline
Install Oil Dipstick on Pump
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.
CAUTION! You MUST remove the pump’s shipping cap
and install the oil dipstick. Failure to do so will void the
warranty and damage the pump.
To install the oil dipstick:
WARNING! Do Not overfill the fuel tank.
Always allow room for fuel expansion.
• Make sure your unit is on a level surface.
• Remove and discard the shipping cap located on the
pump (Figure 3).
• Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the pressure
washer engine. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not
mix oil with gasoline.
Figure 3 — Install Oil Dipstick onto the Pump
• Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
Remove shipping cap and
install oil dipstick here.
Shipping Cap
• Slowly add "UNLEADED" regular gasoline to fuel tank.
Use a funnel to prevent spillage. Slowly fill tank to about
1.5" below the bottom of the filler neck (Figure 4).
Figure 4 — Typical Fuel Expansion Space
Tank
Fuel
• Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Pump Oil
Dipstick
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• Run water through your garden hose for 30 seconds to
clean out any debris. Turn off water.
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.
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 6).
• 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.
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.
Figure 5 — Connect High Pressure Hose to Spray Gun
• Turn ON the water.
Connect high
pressure hose
here.
• 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:
• Similarly, attach the other end of the high pressure hose
to the high pressure outlet on the pump. 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.
• 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.
• Before you connect your garden hose to the water inlet,
inspect the inlet screen (Figure 6). Clean the screen if it
contains debris, replace if damaged. DO NOT RUN THE
PRESSURE WASHER IF THE SCREEN IS DAMAGED.
• Check that oil has been added to the proper level in the
engine crankcase.
Figure 6 — Connect Garden Hose to Water Inlet
• Add the proper gasoline to fuel tank.
• Provide a proper water supply (not to exceed 100°F) at
a minimum flow of 2.8 gallons per minute.
• Be sure to read “Safety Rules” and “How To Use Your
Pressure Washer” before using the pressure washer.
Inspect inlet
screen. Do Not
use if damaged;
clean if dirty.
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Figure 8 — Fuel Valve
HOW TO USE YOUR
PRESSURE WASHER
If you have any problems operating your pressure washer,
please contact the local Snapper service center.
How to Start Your Engine
• Move the throttle lever to the “Fast” position, shown
on engine as a rabbit (Figure 9).
The best way to start your pressure washer for the first
time is to follow these instructions step–by–step. This
starting information also applies if have let the pressure
washer sit idle for at least a day.
Figure 9 — Throttle Positions
• Place the pressure washer in an area close enough to an
outside water source that can flow at a rate of
2.8 gallons per minute or more.
• Make sure the unit is in a level position.
• Check that the high pressure hose is connected to the
spray gun and to the pump. See “Preparing Pressure
Washer for Use” on page 5.
• To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the
“Choke” position. To restart a warm engine, leave
the choke lever in the “Run” position (Figure 10).
• Connect the garden hose to the water inlet on the
pressure washer pump and turn on the water.
Figure 10 — Choke Positions
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 to relieve the air
pressure caused by turning ON the water. Water will
discharge from the spray gun in a thin stream. Hold the
trigger until a steady stream of water appears. This will
make it easier to pull start the engine. Release the
trigger.
• Set the rocker switch to the “On” position (Figure 11).
Figure 11 — Stop Switch
• Apply the safety latch to the spray gun trigger (Figure 7).
Figure 7 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged
Safety Latch
• Move the fuel valve to the “On” position (Figure 8).
• Grasp starter grip and pull slowly until you feel some
resistance. Then pull cord out with rapid full arm stroke.
Let rope return slowly. Do Not let rope “snap back”
against starter.
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• If the choke lever has been moved to the “Choke”
position to start the engine, gradually move it to the
How to Use the Nozzles
“Run” position as the engine warms up.
CAUTION! Never exchange nozzles without
locking the safety latch on the trigger.
• Attach the nozzle extension to the spray gun. Tighten by
hand (Figure 12).
The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to
switch between five different nozzles. The nozzles vary the
spray pattern as shown below (Figure 13).
Figure 12 — Connect Nozzle Extension to Spray Gun
Follow these instructions to change nozzles:
• Engage the safety latch on the spray gun.
• Pull back the collar on the quick–connect and pull the
current nozzle off. Store the nozzle in the space provided
on the handles storage panel.
NOTE: For a more gentle rinse, select the white 40° or
green 25° nozzle. To scour the surface, select the yellow
15° or red 0° nozzle. To apply chemical, select the black
nozzle.
• Select the desired quick connect nozzle and insert it into
the end of the nozzle extension (see “How To Use the
Nozzles”).
• Disengage the safety latch on the spray gun.
• Pull back on the collar, insert the new nozzle and release
the collar. Tug on the nozzle to make sure it is securely
in place.
How to Stop Your Pressure Washer
• Move the throttle lever to the “Slow” position.
• Move the fuel valve to the “Off” position.
• Wait for the engine to idle down.
• For most effective cleaning, keep the spray nozzle
between 8 to 24 inches away from the cleaning surface. If
you get the spray nozzle too close, you may damage the
cleaning surface.
• Move the rocker switch to the “Stop” position.
• Simply shutting off the engine will not release pressure in
the system. Squeeze trigger on the spray gun to
relieve pressure in the hose.
Figure 13 — Nozzles
High Pressure
Low Pressure
Use to
apply
chemical
Black
White
40°
Green
25°
Yellow
15°
Red
0°
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After you have applied detergent, scour the surface
and rinse it clean as follows:
Cleaning and Applying Chemical
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.
• Apply safety latch to spray gun.
• Remove the black chemical nozzle from the nozzle
extension.
• Select and install the desired high pressure nozzle
following the instructions “How to Use the Nozzles” on
page 9.
IMPORTANT: Use soaps designed specifically for
pressure washers. Household detergents could damage
the pump.
• Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you
plan to spray.
To apply detergent follow these steps:
• Review the use of the nozzles.
• Increase or decrease spray pressure by turning the
pressure control knob counterclockwise or clockwise
respectively (Figure 14). Use lower pressure to wash
items such a as a car or boat. Use higher pressure to
strip paint and degrease driveways.
• Prepare the detergent solution as required by the
manufacturer.
• Place the chemical injection siphon/filter into the
detergent container.
Figure 14 — Pressure Control Knob
CAUTION! Keep the chemical injection tube from
coming in contact with the hot muffler.
Pressure
Control
Knob
• Make sure the black nozzle is installed.
NOTE: Detergent cannot be applied with the high
pressure nozzles (White, Green, Yellow, or Red).
• 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 and 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. Do Not allow the
detergent to dry on (prevents streaking).
• Apply a high pressure spray to a small area and then
check the surface for damage. If no damage is found, you
can assume it is okay to continue cleaning.
• Allow the detergent to soak in between 3–5 minutes
before washing and rinsing. Reapply as needed to prevent
surface from drying.
• Start at the top of the area to be rinsed, working down
with same overlapping strokes as you used for cleaning.
Pressure Washer Rinsing
Automatic Cool Down System
(Thermal Relief)
WARNING! Be extremely careful if you must
use the pressure washer from a ladder, scaffolding
or any other relatively unstable location. Hose
water pressure builds as you climb. When you press
the trigger, the recoil from the initial spray can be
very strong. The high pressure spray could cause
you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning
surface.
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 140–145°F. At this temperature, the system
engages and cools the pump by discharging the warm
water onto the ground. This system prevents internal
damage to the pump.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Pressure . . . . . 2700 PSI
PRESSURE WASHER
MAINTENANCE
Flow Rate . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm)
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.
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . Use detergent approved for
pressure washers
Water Supply
Temperature . . . . . . . Not to exceed 100°F
Check High Pressure Hose
Automatic Cool . . . . Will cycle when water
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.
Down System
reaches 140°-145°F
Shipping Weight . . . . 122 lbs.
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.
WARNING! Never repair a high pressure hose.
Replace it with another hose that exceeds the
maximum pressure rating of your pressure washer.
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.
• 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
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.
Cleaning Detergent Siphoning Tube
If you used the detergent siphoning tube, you must flush it
with clean water before stopping the engine.
• Place the chemical injection siphon/filter in a bucket full
of clean water.
• Attach the black low pressure nozzle.
• Flush for 1-2 minutes.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Shut off the engine.
• Check water inlet screen for damage.
• Check in-line filter for damage.
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.
• Check high pressure hose for leaks.
• Check detergent siphoning tube and filter for damage.
• Check spray gun, nozzle extension, and nozzles for leaks.
• Rinse out garden hose to flush out debris.
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• When the water supply is steady and constant, engage
the safety latch.
Check Gun and 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.
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.
Check In-Line Filter
Refer to Figure 15 and service the in-line filter if it
becomes clogged, as follows:
• Start the engine according to instructions in “To Start
Your Pressure Washer”.
• Remove nozzle extension from spray gun.
Figure 15 — Clean In-Line Filter
• Squeeze the trigger on the spray gun and hold.
• When the water supply is steady and constant, engage
the safety latch and reattach the nozzle extension.
Filter Screen
Nozzle Extension
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 nozzle
clogged or restricted with foreign materials, such as dirt,
etc. To correct the problem, immediately clean the nozzle
using the tools included with your pressure washer and
follow these instructions:
O-ring
1. 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.
1. Shut off the engine and turn off the water supply.
2. Remove the nozzle from the end of the nozzle
extension (Figure 16).
3. Place the in-line filter screen into the threaded end of
the nozzle extension. Direction does 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.
Figure 16 — Nozzle Maintenance
Use wire here
to remove
debris.
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.
3. Remove the in-line filter from the other end of the
nozzle extension.
Purge Pump of Air and
Contaminants
4. Use the wire included in the kit (or a small paper clip)
to free any foreign material clogging or restricting the
nozzle (Figure 16).
To remove air from the pump, follow these steps:
5. Using a garden hose, remove additional debris by back
flushing water through the nozzle extension
• Set up the pressure washer as described in “Preparing
Pressure Washer For Use”. Connect the water supply
and turn water on.
(Figure 17). Back flush between 30 to 60 seconds.
• Pull the trigger on the spray gun and hold.
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Figure 17 — Backflushing the Nozzle Extension
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:
6. Reinstall the nozzle and in-line filter into the nozzle
extension. Do Not overtighten the nozzle with the
allen wrench.
1. Flush detergent siphoning tube by placing the filter into
a pail of clean water while running pressure washer in
low pressure mode. Flush for one to two minutes.
7. Reconnect the nozzle extension to the spray gun.
8. Reconnect the water supply, turn on the water, and
start the engine.
2. Shut off the engine and let it cool, then remove all
hoses. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
9. Test the pressure washer by operating with each of the
Quick Connect nozzles.
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.
O–Ring Maintenance
Through the normal operation of your pressure washer,
o–rings, which keep the connections of the hoses and spray
gun tight and leak–free, may become worn or damaged.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Correction
1. Low pressure nozzle installed.
2. Water inlet is blocked.
3. Inadequate water supply.
4. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking.
5. Clogged inlet hose strainer.
6. Water supply is over 100°F.
7. High pressure hose is blocked or
leaks.
1. Replace nozzle with high pressure nozzle.
2. Clear inlet.
3. Provide adequate water flow.
4. Straighten inlet hose, patch leak.
5. Check and clean inlet hose strainer.
6. Provide cooler water supply.
7. Clear blocks in outlet hose.
Pump has following
problems: failure to
produce pressure, erratic
pressure, chattering, loss of
pressure, low water
volume.
8. Gun leaks.
8. Replace gun.
9. Nozzle is obstructed.
10. Pump is faulty.
9. Clean nozzle.
10. Contact Snapper service facility.
1. Detergent siphoning tube is not
submerged.
2. Chemical filter is clogged.
1. Insert detergent siphoning tube into
detergent.
2. Clean or replace filter/detergent
siphoning tube.
Detergent fails to mix with
spray.
3. Dirty in-line filter.
4. High pressure nozzle installed.
Engine speed is too slow.
3. See “Check In-Line Filter” on page 12.
4. Replace nozzle with low pressure nozzle.
Move throttle control to FAST position. If
engine still “bogs down”, contact Briggs and
Stratton service facility.
Engine runs good at no-
load but “bogs” when load
is added.
1. Fuel valve is in the “Off” position. 1. Turn fuel valve to the “On” position.
2. Rocker switch is in the “Stop”
2. Set the rocker switch to the “On”
position.
position.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
4. Out of gasoline.
5. Stale gasoline.
3. Clean or replace air cleaner.
4. Fill fuel tank.
5. Drain gas tank; fill with fresh fuel.
6. Spark plug wire not connected to 6. Connect wire to spark plug.
spark plug.
Engine will not start; or
starts and runs rough.
7. Bad spark plug.
7. Replace spark plug.
8. Water in gasoline.
9. Overchoking.
10. Excessively rich fuel mixture.
8. Drain gas tank; fill with fresh fuel.
9. Open choke fully and crank engine.
10. Contact Briggs and Stratton service
facility.
11. Intake valve stuck open or closed. 11. Contact Briggs and Stratton service
facility.
12. Engine has lost compression.
12. Contact Briggs and Stratton service
facility.
Out of gasoline.
Fill fuel tank.
Engine shuts down during
operation.
Dirty air filter.
Choke is opened too soon.
Replace air filter.
Move choke to halfway position until engine
runs smoothly.
Engine lacks power.
Engine “hunts” or falters.
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PARTS LIST — UNIT
Item Part #
Qty. Description
Item Part #
26 BB3061BGS
27 188287GS
28 B5830GS
29 188194GS
30 71693GS
31 27007GS
33 B2126AGS
Qty. Description
1
2
L190336GS
1
7
BASE
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
OIL BOTTLE
B2043GS
BOLT, 5/16" - 18 x 1-3/4"
Carriage
KIT, Nozzle Cleaning
KIT, O-Ring Maintenance
BLIND RIVET
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
187978GS
C190293GS
CB1981GS
99583GS
1
1
2
8
1
3
1
6
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
1
1
1
KIT, Handle Hardware
HANDLE
FLAT WASHER
SUPPORT, Handle
VIB MOUNT, Donut Type
PUMP, Assembly
(see pages 18-21)
NUT, 5/16" - 18 Hex Flange
HOOK, 5/16" Square Neck Gun
CAP, Black Vinyl
B2150GS
B2516GS
CB1982GS
34 21217GS
35 67989GS
36 B4224GS
37 186839GS
38 97837GS
39 95458GS
40 B1554GS
41 186301GS
42 63281GS
43 187952GS
44 190277EGS
45 190616GS
4
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
VIB MOUNT, Double Ended
NUT, Flange
BUMPER
10 30809GS
11 187974GS
12 190614GS
13 190100GS
14 190146GS
15 48031GGS
16 A1040DGS
17 A1041GS
18 187625GS
19 87815GS
20 B1436BGS
21 23645GS
22 22237GS
23 190666GS
24 B3858GS
25 MS6321
GROMMET, 1/8" - 11/16"
DECAL, 5 QD Nozzles
DECAL, Unit
SCREEN, Gun Inlet
INLET, Garden Hose
O-RING, High Pressure Hose
QUICK CONNECT
VALVE, Thermal Relief
KIT, Nozzles QD
ASSEMBLY, Wheel 10" Dia. x 4"
PUSHNUT, .50"
CLAMP, Hose 7/16" Dia.
HOSE, 54" Chemical Inject
FILTER, Chemical Hose
HOSE, 5/16" x 50'
KEY, 1/4" sq. x 2"
DECAL, Cool Down System
CARD, Owners Registration
DECAL, PW, Snapper
GOGGLES, Safety
GUN, with Molded Grip
SHCS, 3/8" - 16 x 1-1/4"
LOCKWASHER, 3/8"
MANUAL, Owners
ASSY., Wand Ext. with QD
MANUAL, B&S, Vanguard
46 11287628PGS 1 DIPSTICK, Pump
47 B2384GS
48 B4160GS
49 B3107GS
50 48031BGS
900 NSP
1
1
1
2
1
FILTER, Inlet
DECAL, Warning/Start
HOSE, Thermal Relief
CLAMP, Hose Band
ENGINE
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PARTS LIST — PUMP
Item Part #
Qty Description
Item Part #
Qty Description
Gas Engine Flange
1
2
110B2126GS
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
6
1
1
1
1
4
1
1
Cap
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
150B2126GS
1
4
4
1
1
1
2
8
8
6
6
6
6
1
1
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
10887628PGS
112B2126GS
113B2126GS
109B2126GS
11287628PGS
11187822PGS
11187822PGS
123B2126GS
11687628PGS
11587628PGS
115B2126GS
120B2126GS
119B2126GS
118B2126GS
117B2126GS
116B2126GS
12687628PGS
12587628PGS
149B2126GS
155B2327GS
152B2126GS
63281GS
Circlip
Snap Ring
Bearing
Pump Body
Oil Cap/Dipstick
Nut
Piston Washer
Piston
Spacer Disc
O-Ring
Piston Pin
Guiding Piston
Con Rod
Complete Rear Cover
Screw
O-Ring
Snap Ring
Bearing
Hollow Shaft
Screw
Grub Screw
Key, ¼ sq x 2
22237GS
Lckwshr, 3/8
SHCS, 3/8-16 x 1.25
Bushing
3
23645GS
4
151B2126GS
12187822PGS
B1554GS
5
Seal
6
Valve, Thrmal Relief
Plug
Washer
Screw
Plug
O-Ring
Complete Valve
O-Ring
Plug
Head
O-Ring
Support Ring
Gasket
Piston Guide
Gasket
O-Ring
7
10487628PGS
137B2126GS
10087822PGS
102B2126GS
10187822PGS
10287822PGS
10387822PGS
11193360PGS
136B2126GS
10387628PGS
106B2126GS
10587822PGS
108B2126GS
10393360PGS
10493360PGS
131B2126GS
16593360PGS
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Rear Piston Guide
Seal
Service Kits:
A
B
C
D
E
204-B2126GS
Support Ring
Kit
500-87628PGS
Valve Kit
201-B2126GS
Piston Kit
202-B2126GS
Oil Seal Kit
203-B2126GS
Water Seal Kit
Item
Qty.
Item
8
Qty.
3
Item
1
17
46
Qty.
Item
41
44
Qty.
3
3
Item
Qty.
1
1
3
35
36
6
6
40
3
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PARTS LIST — UNLOADER
Item Part #
Qty Description
Item Part #
228B2327GS
Qty Description
0
1
153B2126GS
0
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Complete Unloader
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Valve Housing
Washer
Inlet Bolt
Plug
Screw
Nut
Knob
Housing
Pin
Spring Guide
Ring
Lower Piston
O-Ring
Piston Guide
O-Ring
A1041GS
A1040DGS
48031GGS
210B2327GS
95458GS
231B2327GS
211B2327GS
212B2327GS
186833GS
Filter, Chem
Hose, Chem
Clamp, Hose band
Hose Tail
Quick Disconnect
O-Ring
227B2327GS
226B2327GS
248B2327GS
155B2327GS
246B2327GS
245B2327GS
243B2327GS
244B2327GS
242B2327GS
229B2327GS
232B2327GS
234B2327GS
233B2327GS
235B2327GS
238B2327GS
236B2327GS
237B2327GS
239B2327GS
95320GS
2
3
4
5
6
7
Stainless Ball
Spring
8
9
Injection Body
Injector Nut
O-Ring
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
215B2327GS
137B2327GS
216B2327GS
217B2327GS
218B2327GS
220B2327GS
221B2327GS
222B2327GS
219B2327GS
223B2327GS
224B2327GS
225B2327GS
Spring
Plunger
O-Ring
Spacer Plate
Spring
Bypass Fitting
Inlet Bolt
Washer
Spring, Spacer Plate
Upper Piston
Pin
Ring
O-Ring
Washer
Conn, Gdn Hse
Washer
230B2327GS
28739GS
Wrap, Tie
Service Kits:
250-B2327GS
Qty.
Item
Qty.
Item
Item
Qty.
6
8
15
20
3
1
1
1
21
23
32
34
1
1
2
1
36
39
40
42
1
1
1
1
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LIMITED WARRANTY
SNAPPER™ OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective October 1, 2001
LIMITED WARRANTY
“This Snapper™ product is distributed under license by Generac Portable Products, LLC, a subsidiary of Briggs & Stratton. Generac Portable
Products LLC 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 the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in
our dealer locator map at www.generac-portables.com or call 1-877-544-0982. THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY. IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES, 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 states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some 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 which vary from state to state and country to country."
WARRANTY PERIOD*
PRODUCTS**
Portable Generator
CONSUMER USE
COMMERCIAL USE
FACTORY RECONDITIONED UNITS
1 year
90 days
90 days
(Side Valve Engine Powered)
Portable Generator
(Overhead Valve Engine Powered)
Electric Powered Pressure Washer
Gasoline Powered Pressure Washer
2 years
(2nd year parts only)
1 year
1 year
90 days
None
90 days
None
90 days
1 year
* 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. Used equipment, demonstration equipment and equipment used for prime
power in place of a utility are not warranted. Accessory parts such as guns, hoses, wands and nozzles are excluded from the product warranty.
** The gasoline engine and starting batteries are warranted solely by the manufacturers of those products.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION IS NOT NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON GENERAC PORTABLE 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:
Generac Portable Products welcomes warranty repair and apologizes 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 would not apply if equipment damage occurred because of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, shipping, handling, warehousing or
improper installation. Similarly, warranty is void if the serial number of the equipment has been removed or the equipment has been altered or
modified.
If a customer differs with the decision of the Service Dealer, an investigation will be made to determine whether the warranty applies. Ask the
Service Dealer to submit all supporting facts to its Distributor for review. If the Distributor decides that the claim is justified, the customer will
be fully reimbursed for those items that are defective. To avoid misunderstandings that might occur between the customer and the Dealer, listed
below are some of the causes of equipment failure that the warranty does not cover:
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.
Installation and Maintenance:
This warranty does not apply to equipment or parts that have been subjected to improper or unauthorized installation or alteration,
misuse, negligence, accident, overloading, overspeeding, improper maintenance, repair or storage so as, in Generac Portable Products'
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.).
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.
Warranty is available only through service dealers authorized by Generac Portable Products. This warranty does not apply to
service by any other entity.
To locate your nearest authorized Generac Portable Products Service Dealer, look at our dealer locator map on
www.generac-portables.com or call 1-877-544-0982. To speak with a Customer Service representative, call 1-800-317-7833.
Generac Portable Products Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents: (Other Patents Pending)
5902094
5823752
5718255
5890413
Generac Portable Products, LLC
Jefferson, Wisconsin U.S.A.
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