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Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Know Your Pressure Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer WARNING WARNING The high pressure spray could also cause you to fall if you are too close to the cleaning surface. 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. Starter and other rotating parts can entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your high pressure washer. Compare the illustrations with your high pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer PREPARING PRESSURE WASHER FOR USE IMPORTANT: Read entire owner’s manual before you attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer. REMOVE PRESSURE WASHER FROM CARTON 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. To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you will need to perform these tasks: • Fill out and send in the registration card.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer • 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).
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer Connect Hose and Water Supply to Pump • 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). 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.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE WASHER Figure 9 — Fuel Valve 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 10). The best way to start your pressure washer for the first time is to follow these instructions step–by–step.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer How to Use the Nozzles • If the choke lever has been moved to the “Choke” position to start the engine, gradually move it to the “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 13). The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to switch between five different nozzles.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer Cleaning and Applying Chemical After you have applied detergent, scour the surface and rinse it clean as follows: • Apply safety latch to spray gun. 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. • Remove the black chemical nozzle from the nozzle extension.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer SPECIFICATIONS PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE Rated Pressure . . . . . 3500 PSI Flow Rate . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 gallons per minute (gpm) Check and Clean Inlet Screen Detergent . . . . . . . . . . Use detergent approved for pressure washers Examine the screen on the water inlet. Clean it if the screen is clogged or replace it if screen is damaged. Water Supply Temperature . . . . . . . Not to exceed 100°F Check High Pressure Hose Automatic Cool . . . .
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer Check Gun and Nozzle Extension • When the water supply is steady and constant, engage the safety latch. 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.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer PREPARING THE UNIT FOR STORAGE Figure 18 — Backflushing the Nozzle Extension 6. 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: Reinstall the nozzle and in-line filter into the nozzle extension. Do Not overtighten the nozzle with the allen wrench. 1.
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Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer TROUBLESHOOTING 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 noload but “bogs” when load is added. Cause Correction 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Low pressure nozzle installed. Water inlet is blocked. Inadequate water supply. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking. Clogged inlet hose strainer. Water supply is over 100°F.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer EXPLODED VIEW — UNIT 16
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer PARTS LIST — UNIT Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Part # Qty.
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer EXPLODED VIEW — PUMP 18
Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer PARTS LIST — PUMP Item 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 44 45 46 47 Part # Qty Description 187263GS 0 Complete Pump Assy (see also pages 20-21) 101B2327GS 6 Plug 100B2327GS 6 O-Ring 102B2327GS 6 Valve 103B2327GS 6 O-Ring 104B2327GS 2 Plug 105B2327GS 2 O-Ring 106B2327GS 3 Support Ring 107B2327GS 3 Gasket 108B2327GS 3 Piston Guide 109B2327GS 3 O-Ring 110B2327GS 3 Gasket 186381GS 3 Seal 112B232
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Snapper 3500 PSI Pressure Washer PARTS LIST — UNLOADER Item 0 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 Part # Qty Description 153B2126GS 0 Complete Unloader 210B2327GS 1 Hose Tail 231B2327GS 3 O-Ring 211B2327GS 1 Stainless Ball 212B2327GS 1 Spring 213B2126GS 1 Injector Body 215B2327GS 1 Injector Nut 137B2327GS 1 O-Ring 216B2327GS 1 Spring 217B2327GS 1 Plunger 218B2327GS 1 O-Ring 220B2327GS 1 Spacer Plate 221B2327GS 1 Spring 222B2327
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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.
