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A Division of Snow Joe ® , LLC Model No. SPX3000 Form No. SJ-SPX3000-880E 1 OPERA TOR’S MANUAL 2030 PSI/1.76 GPM Electric Pr essur e W asher 2030 PSI/1.76 GPM Electric Pr essur e W asher © 2013 by Snow Joe ® , LLC All rights reserved. Original instructions. SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR T ANT! Safety Instructions All Operators Must Read These[...]
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m W ARNING! W ater that has own through backow preventers is consider ed to be non-potable. m W ARNING! During cleaning, maintenance or when replacing parts, the machine must be disconnected fr om its power source by r emoving the plug from the socket outlet. m W ARNING! High pressur e hoses, ttings, and couplings are important for the saf[...]
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3 Risk of electrocution • Inspect cord befor e using. • Do not use if cord is damaged. • Keep all connections dry and off the gr ound. • Do not touch plug with wet hands. • Keep cord away fr om heat and sharp edges. • Do not spray electrical apparatus and wiring. Risk of explosion • Do not spray ammable liquids. • Do not use acid[...]
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Know Y our Pr essur e W asher 4 Read the owner’ s manual and safety rules carefully befor e operating the pressure washer . Compare the illustration below to the pr essure washer in or der to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for futur e refer ence. T echnical Data Rated V oltage 120 [...]
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Unpacking Carton Contents: • Pressur e washer unit • Handle • Manual • T rigger gun • Spray wand • Quick connect 0º, 15º, 25º, 40º and soap nozzles • Removable deter gent tanks (2) • 4 long screws • 2 small screws • Spray wand protector • T rigger gun holder • Hose holder • Needle clean out tool • High pressur e hose[...]
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6. Connect the PVC deter gent tube to the detergent connection (Fig. 7). 7. T o assemble the spray wand protector , snap the tab into the slot located at the bottom left side of the unit and secure it in place with small scr ew (Figs. 8 & 9). 8. T o assemble the hose holder , slide the holder into position (Figs. 10 & 11) and secure it to t[...]
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9. Fit the spray wand into the gun and rotate it until the two parts are completely locked (Fig. 13). 10. Connect the high pressur e hose to the trigger gun (Fig. 14). 11. Connect the high pressur e hose to the water outlet on the washer (Fig. 15). m W ARNING! Keep hose away from sharp objects. Bursting hoses may cause injury . Examine hoses regula[...]
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13. Attach garden hose to water supply (Fig. 17). m W ARNING! The intake water temperature must not exceed 104 º F/40 º C. The water supply must not exceed 0.7 MPa. m CAUTION! The washer must only be used with clean water; use of unltered water containing corr osive chemicals will damage the washer . 14. Push the motor switch to the OFF (0) po[...]
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3. Keeping the trigger pressed, turn the switch to the ON (1) position to start the pressur e washer (Fig. 21). 4. When re-starting the motor , always keep the trigger pressed. NOTE: The motor only runs when the trigger is engaged and shuts off when the trigger is r eleased. Using the nozzles Before beginning any cleaning task, determine the best n[...]
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10 • Insert the suction tube with lter into the tank and cap the tank closed. Push the tanks back into their storage position on the unit. • T ur n the deter gent dial to the center (O) (Fig. 25). • Install the soap nozzle (black) on the spray wand (Fig. 26). m CAUTION! Always test deter gent in an inconspicuous area befor e use. • T ur [...]
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11 ii) Use the 15º fan tip nozzle (yellow) for intense cleaning jobs on hard surfaces. Applications include stripping paint, removing oil stains, gr ease, heavy mildew stains, and rust from steel. This nozzle should only be used in areas that can withstand the high pr essure fr om this nozzle. iii) Use the 25º fan tip nozzle (green) to clean home[...]
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12 • Clean the nozzle with the needle clean out tool provided (Fig. 29). Remove the spray wand from the gun; r emove any dirt from the nozzle hole and rinse. • Remove additional debris by back ushing water through the nozzle. T o do this, place the end of your garden hose (with water running) to the tip of nozzle, pushing water and debris ou[...]
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T r oubleshooting • Disconnect the unit from the electrical power supply befor e carrying out maintenance on the machine or when checking that its parts are in pr oper working order . • T o avoid unnecessary disappointments, you should check the following before contacting the service or ganization: Problems Possible Cause Possible Solution Mac[...]
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14 A T wo-Y ear Full W arranty for r esidential use in the United States and Canada General Conditions: Snow Joe ® , LLC warrants this product to the original pur chaser for two years against defects in material or workmanship when used for normal residential purposes. Snow Joe ® , LLC will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and r epai[...]