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Snap-On 870599 Instruction Manual

2700 psi portable pressure washer
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FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE
®
®
SNAP-ON
IS A TRADEMARK LICENSED BY SNAP-ON
CORP.,
PARA EL SERVICIO
U.S.A., WHICH DOES NOT MANUFACTURE OR
PARA EL CONSUMIDOR
DISTRIBUTE THIS PRODUCT. CONSUMER INQUIRES SHOULD BE
DIRECTED TO:
1-888-278-8092
©COPYRIGHT 2009 ALLTRADE TOOLS, LLC.
1431 VIA PLATA
LONG BEACH, CA 90810-1462 USA
Printed in China
870599 – 2700 PSI Portable Pressure Washer_Rev 10/21/09
Impreso en China

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  • Page 1 PARA EL CONSUMIDOR DISTRIBUTE THIS PRODUCT. CONSUMER INQUIRES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO: 1-888-278-8092 ©COPYRIGHT 2009 ALLTRADE TOOLS, LLC. 1431 VIA PLATA LONG BEACH, CA 90810-1462 USA Printed in China 870599 – 2700 PSI Portable Pressure Washer_Rev 10/21/09 Impreso en China...

  • Page 2: Instruction Manual

    UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR SNAP-ON PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-888-278-8092.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CONGRATULATIONS! ......... 2 INTRODUCTION .

  • Page 4: Congratulations

    STORAGE ..........27-29 ENGINE .
  • Page 5 DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

  • Page 6: Important Information About This Manual

    EXPLOSION HAZARD: Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion from these vapors can cause severe burns or even death. ROTATING PARTS: Starter and other rotating parts on this tool can entangle loose clothing, long hair and accessories resulting in moderate to severe injury.

  • Page 7: Unpacking & Inspection

    UNPACKING & INSPECTION After opening the carton, unpack your new pressure washer and related parts & accessories. Please inspect it carefully for any damage that may have occurred during transit. If any parts are missing, please contact our Consumer Helpline: Phone: 1-888-278-8092 Do not operate this pressure washer if damaged during shipment, handling or misuse.
  • Page 8 Keep work area clean and well lit. Messy areas and cluttered workbenches invite personal injury and/or property damage. Clear all work areas of unneces- sary tools, debris, furniture, etc. Make sure the work area is well ventilated. Never operate in an enclosed area. Do not place objects on top or against the tool.

  • Page 9: Safety Rules For Gasoline Engines

    Keep protective guards in place and in proper working condition. Maintain tools and equipment with care. They will function better and more safely when kept clean and in good working condition. Keeping the tool clean, dry, and free of grime will add to its life and performance. Do not use the tool for applications other than specified.

  • Page 10: Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

    SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, extremely toxic gas that can KILL in a matter of minutes. Breathing air containing carbon monoxide produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss of muscular control, a sleepy feeling and finally coma.
  • Page 11 Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. Failure to observe this warning can result in property damage, severe burns and/or death. • Ensure spark plug is in place before attempting to start engine. • Ensure muffler is secured to engine before starting. •...

  • Page 12: Making Adjustments Or Repairs To The Engine

    MAKING ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS TO THE ENGINE Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury and damage to engine. Excessively low speeds produce heavy load on engine. • DO NOT attempt to alter pre-set governed speed. Engine governor is factory set to supply optimum output horse power (HP) when running at governed speed.

  • Page 13: Storing Fuel Or Equipment With Fuel In Fuel Tank

    STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN FUEL TANK Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers, and all other appliances with pilot lights or other ignition sources. These appliances can heat fuel tanks and ignition sources can ignite fuel vapors. SAFETY RULES FOR PRESSURE WASHERS RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION Always store fuel away from the pressure washer and in an...
  • Page 14 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes or ordinances that apply to intended usage of internal combustion engines. Consult a local agency responsible of usage of this type of equipment. RISK OF INJURY Pressure washer produces fluid pressures and velocities high enough to penetrate human and animal flesh which could result in...
  • Page 15 DO NOT use acids, toxic or corrosive chemicals, poisons, insecticides, flamma- ble solvents or bleach with pressure washer. Use of these chemicals can result in damage to equipment or serious injury or death. DO NOT direct spray toward electrical outlets, switches or products connected to electrical service.

  • Page 16: Functional Description

    FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION PRESSURE WASHER FEATURES: 1. Spray Wand 14. Detergent tank Cap 2. Spray Gun 15. Gun Holder kit (Top) 3. Handle Kit 16. Gun Holder kit (Bottom) 4. Carburetor Air Filter 17. Wheel Kit 5. Fuel Tank Cap 18. Carb Fume Removal Tube 6.

  • Page 17: Pressure Washer Terminology

    PRESSURE WASHER TERMINOLOGY Following are common terms associated with the use of pressure washers: PSI: Pounds per square inch – common unit measure used for water pressure, air pressure, hydraulic pressure and pounds of force. GPM: Gallons per minute (liters per minute [metric]) – common unit measure used for flow rate of water.

  • Page 18: Pressure Hose To Pressure Pump

    7. Assemble the handle to the frame tubing (using GUN HOLDER (TOP) the bolts) as shown. Tighten all mounting hardware. BOLT 8. Assemble the top and BOLT bottom gun holders (using the nuts and bolts) to the frame as COTTER PIN shown.

  • Page 19: Selecting The Right Nozzle For The Job

    SELECTING THE RIGHT NOZZLE FOR THE JOB To prevent damage to your surface and to select an appropriate nozzle size for your application, always start with lowest pressure nozzle size (White) and continue changing to the higher nozzle size until the best work result is achieved.

  • Page 20: Pressure Pump To Water Supply

    1. To attach, insert nozzle into female quick-disconnect spray wand and press to snap in the nozzle. 2. To detach, slide down slip ring on female quick-disconnect to eject the nozzle. SLIP RING PRESSURE PUMP TO WATER SUPPLY 1. Connect the garden hose to the water supply and turn water supply on to fill the hose with water and also remove any debris in the hose.

  • Page 21: Low Oil Sensor

    LOW OIL SENSOR To prevent the engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase, engine is equipped with a low oil sensor. If the oil is below the safe amount, the sensor will activate and will prevent engine start-up or will stop the running engine. If Pressure Washer shuts off and the oil level is within specifications, check to see if Pressure Washer is sitting at an angle that forces oil to shift.

  • Page 22: Starting

    • DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Slowly add unleaded gasoline (A) to fuel tank (B). Use extreme caution not to fill fuel above baffle (C). This allow appropriate space for fuel expansion. FILL LINE STARTING PRIOR TO STARTING THE PRESSURE WASHER, MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE: 1.

  • Page 23: Operating

    11.To start the engine, pull Starter CHOKE SPEED CONTROL cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to avoid kick back. Repeat until engine starts to run. Release the trigger. 12.Slide Choke Lever to “RUN” position (right). STARTER CORD FUEL VALVE ON/OFF SWITCH OPERATING...

  • Page 24: Using The Spray Gun

    USING THE SPRAY GUN To prevent accidental discharge of high pressure water, the trigger lock on the trigger should be engaged whenever the pressure washer is not in use. To disengage the Trigger Lock, push the lock down and into its original position. TO OPERATE THE TRIGGER: 1.

  • Page 25: Pressure Adjustment

    USAGE TIPS: • For most effective cleaning, keep spray nozzle from 8 to 24 inches away from clean- ing surface. • If you get spray nozzle too close, you may damage surface being cleaned. • DO NOT get closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires. PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT Increase distance: To vary the pressure on the surface being cleaned, vary the distance between spray wand and the surface being cleaned.

  • Page 26: Shutting Down

    TO RINSE: 1. Replace the nozzle with an appropriate high pressure nozzle (see "SELECTING THE RIGHT NOZZLE"). Squeeze the trigger and wait for the detergent to clear. 2. Keep the spray gun a safe distance from the area you plan to spray. 3.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Never turn off water supply with engine running. This will cause the pressure pump to overheat resulting in internal damage. Pressure Washer MUST be properly stored. Refer to next pages for proper storage instructions. MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance will improve performance and extend life of Pressure Washer. Pressure Washer’s warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to oper- ator abuse or negligence.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    CHECKING PRESSURE PUMP OIL: The pressure pump is maintenance free. If you notice any sign of oil leakage in and around the pump, DO NOT operate the pressure washer. Please call the pressure washer helpline at 1-888-278-8092. CLEANING NOZZLE: Occasionally, the spray wand can become clogged with foreign materials such as dirt.

  • Page 29: Storage

    STORAGE Fuel and fuel vapor are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion from misuse of fuel can cause severe burns and even death. ENGINE Gasoline fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or crucial carburetor parts.

  • Page 30: Pressure Pump

    PRESSURE PUMP 1. Drain all water from pressure hose, coil and store it in cradle of pressure washer handle. 2. Drain all water from spray gun and spray wand by holding spray gun in vertical position with nozzle pointed downward. Squeeze trigger to remove fluids from spray gun and spray wand.

  • Page 31: Preparing For Use After Storage

    PREPARING FOR USE AFTER STORAGE 1. Slowly pull the Starter cord a few times to clean oil from the cylinder or to eject any antifreeze from the pump which were added prior to storage. 2. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Wipe oil from the spark plug and return it to the cylinder and retighten.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Probable Cause Solution 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Engine shuts down when running. 2. Low Engine Oil 2. Add oil. 1. Engine On/Off set to 1. Set switch to “ON” “OFF” position. position. 2. Fuel valve is in “OFF” 2.
  • Page 33 Problem Probable Cause Solution 1. Carburetor is running 1. Call Customer Service: Engine “hunts” or falters. too rich or too lean. 1-888-278-8092. 1. Cylinder pressure is 1. Call Customer Service: low. 1-888-278-8092. Engine lacks power. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 2. Replace air filter. 1.
  • Page 34 Problem Probable Cause Solution 1. Wrong size spray 1. See "SELECTING THE nozzle. RIGHT NOZZLE" section. 2. Chemical hose/filter 2. Clean hose/filter. clogged. 3. Chemical screen not in 3. Ensure end of chemi- chemical. cal hose is fully sub- Pump will not draw merged into chemicals.
  • Page 35 GENERAL INFO: • Use fresh high quality unleaded gasoline (minimum 87 octane) • Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage. • Pump oil: Use only 30-weight non-detergent oil. • Engine oil: Use only 30-weight non-detergent oil. •...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    • Do not allow hoses to come in contact with engine muffler during or immediately after use. Hose • DO NOT pull unit by pressure hose. • Do not adjust or attempt maintenance without consulting supplied engine manual or having adjustments made at an authorized service center.

  • Page 37: Year Limited Warranty

    SPECIAL WARRANTY NOTE FOR COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE: The above warranty for this SNAP-ON™ Pressure Washer shall be effective for only 90 days from the original date of purchase if this tool is used for any COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL PURPOSE.
  • Page 38 The use of other than genuine Snap-On™ Repair Parts will VOID the warranty. WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, GUAR-...
  • Page 39 SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE. EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY LISTED HEREIN IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL WARRANTIES AND/OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, GUARANTIES AND/OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S) REGARDING THE DESIGN, MANU- FACTURE, PURCHASE, USE AND/OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COM-...
  • Page 40 FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT OWNER'S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Alltrade Tools are pleased to explain the Emission Control System warranty on your new 2008 or later equipment. New equipment that uses small spark-ignited engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards established by the federal government.
  • Page 41 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Emission Control System Warranty (ECS warranty) for equipment using small spark-ignited engines: 1. Applicability: This warranty shall apply to equipment that uses small spark-ignit- ed engines. The ECS Warranty period shall begin on the date the new equipment is purchased by/delivered to its original, end-use purchaser/owner and shall con- tinue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
  • Page 42 G. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, Alltrade shall maintain a supply of warrant- ed emission-related parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts. H. Any Alltrade authorized and approved emission-related replacement parts may be used in the performance of any ECS warranty maintenance or repairs and will be provided without charge to the purchaser/owner.
  • Page 43 ALLTRADE TOOLS, LLC. 1431 VIA PLATA LONG BEACH, CA 90810-1462 USA CALIFORNIA EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and Alltrade Tools, LLC are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system's warranty on your 2009 pressure washer. In California, new equipment that use small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.

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