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Model SPX3000-RM

Form No. SJ-SPX3000-RM-880E-MR1

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER

2030 PSI (MAX.) | 1.76 GPM | 14.5-AMP

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These 

Instructions Before Use

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WARNING! 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, 

if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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CAUTION! 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, 

if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

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DANGER! 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, 

if not followed, will result in death or serious injury.

General Safety 

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WARNING! 

This appliance is not intended for use 

by children or by unassisted, unsupervised persons whose 

physical, sensory or mental capabilities prevent them from 

using it safely. Children should be supervised to ensure that 

they do not play with the appliance.
Before starting up your machine, please check it carefully for 

any defects. If you find any, do not start up your machine. 

Contact your authorized Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 dealer or 

call the Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 customer service center at 

1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

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WARNING!

 

When using the pressure washer, basic 

safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the 

risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. These include:

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Know your product – Know how to stop the machine and 

bleed pressure quickly. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with 

the controls.

• 

Keep bystanders away – All visitors and pets should be 

kept a safe distance away from the work area.

• 

Use the right product – Do not use this machine for any 

job except that for which it is intended.

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Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. 

They can get caught in moving parts. Protective rubber 

gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when 

working outdoors.

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CAUTION! – Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. 

Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and 

improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

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Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common 

sense. Do not operate the pressure washer when you are 

tired, or 

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• 

Do not overreach –

 

Keep proper footing and balance at  

all times.

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Avoid unintentional starting – Do not carry a plugged-

in machine with your finger on the trigger. 

Make sure the 

switch is off 

before plugging in the machine.

• 

Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the machine by the 

cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. 

Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• 

Use safety glasses –

 Also use safety footwear, snug-fitting 

clothing, protective gloves, hearing and head protection.

• 

Check the water temperature – This pressure washer is 

not meant to pump hot water. NEVER connect it to a hot 

water supply as it will significantly reduce the life of the 

pump.

• 

Store indoors – NEVER store the pressure washer 

outdoors or where it could freeze. The pump could be 

seriously damaged.

• 

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) – Protection 

should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used 

for this pressure washer. Receptacles are available having 

built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure  

of safety. 

• 

Inspect electrical cables – The insulation of the power 

cord should be perfectly intact. If the power cord is 

damaged or shows any signs of wear or tear, do not use the 

pressure washer. Contact your authorized Snow Joe

®

 +  

Sun Joe

®

 dealer or call the Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

®

 customer 

service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

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WARNING! 

Do not use this appliance without reading 

this instruction manual.

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WARNING! 

This appliance has been designed for 

use with cleaning agents that are recommended by the 

manufacturer. The use of other cleaning agents or chemicals 

may adversely affect the safety of the appliance.

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WARNING! 

Do not use the appliance within range of 

persons unless they are wearing protective clothing.

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WARNING! 

High-pressure jets can be dangerous if 

subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed at persons, 

pets, live electrical equipment, or the appliance itself.

•  Do not direct the jet at yourself or others in order to clean 

clothes or footwear.

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Risk of explosion – 

Do not spray flammable liquids.

Summary of Contents for SPX3000-RM

Page 1: ... slippery surfaces Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate the pressure washer when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Avoid unintentional starting Do not carry a plugged in machine with your finger on the trigger Make sure the switch is off before plugging in the machine Do not abuse th...

Page 2: ...f you find any do not start up your machine and contact your distributor The following should be observed when connecting the high pressure electric power washer to the electric supply The electric supply connection should be performed by a qualified person The electric supply to this appliance should include either a residual current device that will interrupt the supply if the leakage current to...

Page 3: ...nded for residential use to clean vehicles machines buildings facades etc Areas of Application Never use the machine in potentially explosive areas under any circumstances The operating temperature must be between 32ºF 0ºC and 104ºF 40ºC The machine 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...

Page 4: ... Indicates a precaution a warning or a danger WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles Double Insulation When servicing use only identical replacement parts WARNING Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions Keep dry Machine not suitable for connection to the potable water mains WARNING Electrical shock hazard WARNING Turn the machin...

Page 5: ... lock in center of trigger Pull up and snap in place See Fig 20 pg 10 2 Trigger 3 Transport handle 4 High pressure hose connection 5 Trigger gun 6 Spray wand 7 Water inlet garden hose connection 8 Spray wand protector 9 High pressure hose 10 Garden hose adapter female coupler 11 Needle clean out tool 12 0º Quick Connect nozzle orange 13 15º Quick Connect nozzle yellow 14 25º Quick Connect nozzle g...

Page 6: ...OE 1 866 766 9563 NOTE Do not discard the shipping carton and packaging material until you are ready to use your 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 not toys Do not let children play with plastic bags foils or small parts These items can...

Page 7: ...es to secure them in place Fig 6 6 Connect the PVC detergent tube to the detergent connection Fig 7 7 To assemble the spray wand protector first snap the tab into the slot located at the bottom left side of the unit and then secure it in place with one small screw Figs 8 9 Fig 4 Fig 5 Fig 6 Fig 7 Detergent connection Detergent tank Detergent tube Fig 8 Fig 9 small screw ...

Page 8: ...ger gun and rotate it until the two parts are completely locked Fig 13 10 Connect the high pressure hose to the trigger gun Fig 14 11 Connect the high pressure hose to the water outlet on the washer Fig 15 Fig 10 Fig 11 OFF ON O Fig 12 Small screw Fig 13 Trigger gun Spray wand High pressure hose Trigger gun Fig 14 Fig 15 High pressure water outlet REAR High pressure hose ...

Page 9: ...supply voltage and frequency Volt Hz correspond to those specified on the pressure washer rating plate If the power supply is correct you may now plug the pressure washer into the power outlet Fig 19 NOTE The GFCI may need to be reset when first plugged into the electric outlet Press the Reset button until the power light indicator on the GFCI illuminates Operation mIMPORTANT This pressure washer ...

Page 10: ... release water pressure 2 Engage the safety lock on the trigger handle by pushing up on the safety lock until it clicks into the slot Fig 22 3 Snap the desired nozzle onto the Quick Connect collar until it clicks into place Fig 23 To disconnect a nozzle from the spray wand once the cleaning job is complete 4 Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply Pull the trigger to release wat...

Page 11: ... suction volume of the detergent solution Fig 25 8 Apply detergent from the bottom to the top of the dry surface to be cleaned NOTE Wetting the surface first is not recommended as it dilutes the detergent and reduces its cleaning ability 9 Allow the detergent to remain on the surface for a short time before rinsing Do not allow the detergent to dry on the surface mCAUTION Damage may occur to paint...

Page 12: ...of the area to be rinsed and work your way down making sure to overlap your strokes mIMPORTANT NEVER USE Bleach chlorine products and other corrosive chemicals Liquids containing solvents e g paint thinners gasoline oils Tri sodium phosphate products Ammonia products Acid based products These chemicals will harm the unit and will damage the cleaning surface Shutting Down 1 Turn the switch to the O...

Page 13: ...ter Anti freeze products can damage paintwork so you must ensure there is no anti freeze left in the system before using it again Maintenance mCAUTION Before working on the pressure washer disconnect the plug from the power supply socket 1 To ensure good performance check and clean the water inlet filter Fig 27 Remove the pre filter and water inlet filter and rinse with warm water to prevent any f...

Page 14: ...ew ones the retailer is legally obligated to take back your old appliance for disposal at least free of charge Service Support If your Sun Joe SPX3000 RM electric pressure washer requires service or maintenance please call the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 Model Serial Numbers When contacting the company reordering parts or arranging service from an autho...

Page 15: ...6 9563 for assistance Replace fuse Switch off other machines using the same circuit Check that the mains voltage corresponds to specification on the model tag Leave the washer for 5 minutes to cool down Clean the nozzle Install a fuse with a higher amp rating than the amp consumption of the machine Try the unit without an extension cord Allow machine to run by holding the trigger until regular wor...

Page 16: ...shers 25 ft Medium Duty High Pressure Extension Hose For SPX Pressure Washer Series Solid Brass Universal Quick Connector Garden Hose to Pressure Washer Adapter SPX3000 TPS SPX 25H SPX UQC Model Accessories Item 1 2 3 15º SOAP 25º 40º 0º NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe Sun Joe to provide notice of such changes Accessories can be ordered online ...

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Page 19: ...ined in this warranty shall 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 defective This warranty is intended to cover product defects only Snow Joe LLC is not liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use or misu...

Page 20: ... California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a we...

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