Dewalt DXPW3400PR Instruction Manual - Page 14
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English Starting WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the pressure washer instruction manual and the engine instruction manual before starting pressure washer. DANGER: Risk of fluid injection and laceration. When using the high pressure setting, DO NOT allow the high pressure spray to come in contact with unprotected skin, eyes, or with any pets, animals, or people. Serious injury will occur. • Your washer operates at fluid pressures and velocities high enough to penetrate human and animal flesh, which could result in amputation or other serious injury. Leaks caused by loose fittings or worn or damaged hoses can result in injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a physician immediately! • Never leave spray gun/wand unattended while unit is running or powered on. When operating in PRESSUREADY® system mode the engine and water flow will stop when the spray gun trigger is released. When the spray gun trigger is squeezed again the engine and water flow will to restart automatically. DANGER: Carbon Monoxide. Using an engine indoors can kill. Engine exhaust contains high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. You may be breathing CO even if you do not smell engine exhaust. • Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious injury or death! Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. • Operate pressure washer in a well-ventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas such as garages, basements, etc. • Never operate unit in or near a location occupied by humans or animals. WARNING: Risk of fire, asphyxiation and burning. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank. • Remove battery before filling fuel tank. Do not fill fuel tank when battery is installed. • Never fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/2" (12.7 mm) below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from engine and equipment before starting engine. • DO NOT let hoses come in contact with very hot engine muffler during or immediately after use of your pressure washer. Damage to hoses from contact with hot engine surfaces will NOT be covered by warranty. NOTICE: NEVER pull water supply or high pressure hose to move pressure washer. This could damage hose and/or pump inlet/outlet. • DO NOT use hot water, use cold water only. • Never turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to pump will result. • WHEN OPERATING IN MANUAL MODE ONLY: DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a time. Pump operates in bypass mode when spray gun trigger is not pressed. When the temperature inside the pump rises too high the thermal relief valve ( 13 , Fig. J) will open and release a gush of water in an effort to lower the temperature inside the pump. The thermal relief valve will then close. If pump is left in bypass mode for more than two minutes internal components of the pump can be damaged. Fig. J 13 IMPORTANT: This pressure washer can be started in two modes, PRESSUREADY® System Mode or Manual Mode. Carefully follow the instructions for the chosen mode. PRESSUREADY® System Mode Start-up Procedure (Fig. A, K-S) 1. In a well-ventilated outdoor area, add fresh, high-quality, unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine. Refer to engine instruction manual for correct procedure. IMPORTANT: Ethanol Shield™ (sold separately) is a fuel stabilizer that helps eliminate and prevent ethanol related problems in power equipment. Follow the instructions on the container and add to the gasoline. NOTICE: Use of fuels with greater than 10% ethanol are not approved for use in this product per EPA regulations and will damage the unit and void the warranty. 2. Check engine oil level. Refer to the engine instruction manual for correct procedure. NOTICE: The engine is shipped without oil. Before starting engine, add the oil provided. Damage to the engine will occur if the engine is run without oil, this damage will not be covered under warranty. 12