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Taking a break

If you are taking a break of two minutes or more between 

cleaning tasks:

1.  Engage the gun safety lock (Fig. 17).
2.  Turn the switch to the OFF/0 position.
3.  Unplug the power cord from the outlet.

Storage

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CAUTION! 

Always store your electric pressure washer 

in a location where the temperature will not fall below 32ºF 

(0ºC). The pump in this machine is susceptible to permanent 

damage if it freezes. FREEZE DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED 

BY THE WARRANTY.

•  Store the pressure washer indoors in a dry, covered area 

where it is not subject to adverse weather conditions.

•  It is important to store this product in a frost-free area.
•  Always empty water from the hoses and the pump  

before storing.

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CAUTION! 

The use of a pump protector is 

recommended to prevent cold weather damage during storage 

over the winter months.

Winte long-term storage

If you must store your pressure washer in a location where 

the temperature falls below 32ºF (0ºC), you can minimize the 

chance of damage to your machine by utilizing the following 

procedure:

•  Disconnect all water connections.
•  Turn on the pressure washer for a few seconds until the 

remaining water in the pump exits. Turn off immediately.

•  Do not allow the high-pressure hose to become kinked.
•  Store the machine and accessories in a room that does 

not reach freezing temperatures.

•  Do not store near a furnace or other sources of heat that 

may dry out the pump seals.

•  Operate the pressure washer with non-corrosive/non-toxic 

anti-freeze, a pump saver, or a pump protector before 

storing for the winter.

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WARNING! 

Before reusing, completely flush the unit  

out with clear water. Anti-freeze products can damage 

paintwork, so you must ensure there is no anti-freeze left in the 

system before using it again.

Maintenance

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CAUTION! 

Before working on the pressure washer, 

disconnect the plug from the power supply socket.

Clean the Adapter Filter and the Nozzle

1.  To ensure good performance, check and clean the adapter 

filter (Fig. 23). Remove the filter and rinse with warm water 

to prevent any foreign matter from clogging the pump  

(Fig. 24).

2.  Clean the nozzle with the needle clean-out tool provided 

(Fig. 25). Remove any dirt from the nozzle hole and rinse.

Fig. 23

Adapter filter

Garden hose 

adapter

Fig. 24

Filter

15º

Fig. 25

Needle clean-out tool

Summary of Contents for SUNJOE SPX4800-RM

Page 1: ...CTIONS A Division of Snow Joe LLC R OPERATOR S MANUAL Model SPX4800 RM Form No SJ SPX4800 RM 880E M V1 14 9A ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER WITH HOSE HOLDER 3200 PSI MAX PRESSURE AT INITIAL DISCHARGE PER CS...

Page 2: ...g or falling Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate the pressure washer...

Page 3: ...lamp to blink If the MAINS IMPEDANCE Zmax 0 335 OHM such disturbances are not expected If you require assistance contact your local supply authority for further information mWARNING Electrical Shock...

Page 4: ...electrocution Inspect cord before using Do not use if cord is damaged Keep all connections dry and off the ground Do not touch plug with wet hands Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges Do not spray...

Page 5: ...ne consists of an assembly with a pump which is encased in a shock absorbing housing To provide the operator with an optimal working position the machine is equipped with a spray wand and a non slip h...

Page 6: ...operate SAFETY ALERT Indicates a precaution a warning or a danger WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles WARNING Do not expose the unit to...

Page 7: ...essure testing Rated Pressure under typical load 2500 PSI Max Flow with nozzle open 1 3 GPM 4 9 L min at minimum pressure Rated Flow under typical load 1 1 GPM 4 2 L min Net Weight 37 lbs 16 8 kg 1 So...

Page 8: ...r new electric pressure washer The packaging is made of recyclable materials Properly dispose of these materials in accordance with local regulations IMPORTANT The equipment and packaging material are...

Page 9: ...ndle frame push and insert into upper handle until it snaps securely into place Fig 7 8 Fit the stainless steel lance into the trigger gun and rotate the collar until the two parts are completely lock...

Page 10: ...mCAUTION To prevent damage to the appliance do not allow it to operate dry Before starting the appliance make sure that it has proper and stable supply of water Operation Using the Pressure Washer mI...

Page 11: ...the nozzles has a different spray pattern The nozzle patterns are 40 for gentle cleaning 25 for all purpose cleaning 15 for tough jobs 0 for spot cleaning or hard to reach areas and the soap nozzle fo...

Page 12: ...e solutions These could damage the pressure washer Many detergents may require mixing prior to use Prepare the cleaning solution as instructed on the solution bottle 1 Remove the cap from the detergen...

Page 13: ...grease heavy mildew stains and rust from steel This nozzle should only be used in areas that can withstand the high pressure from this nozzle III Use the 25 fan tip nozzle green to clean home siding b...

Page 14: ...isconnect all water connections Turn on the pressure washer for a few seconds until the remaining water in the pump exits Turn off immediately Do not allow the high pressure hose to become kinked Stor...

Page 15: ...alth and well being Service Support If your Sun Joe SPX4800 RM electric pressure washer requires service or maintenance please call the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866...

Page 16: ...corresponds to specification on the model label Let the washer cool down for 5 minutes then restart Clean the nozzle Allow machine to run by holding the trigger until regular working pressure resumes...

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Page 18: ...all be construed as obligating Snow Joe Sun Joe to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were...

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