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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE D'UTILISATION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
DXPW4240
Pressure Washer
Laveuse à pression
Lavadora a presión
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INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE
GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE
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- Page 1 Si tiene dudas o comentarios, contáctenos. 1-877-FNA-GAS1 (1-877-362-4271)•www.dewaltpw.com INSTRUCTION MANUAL INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GUIDE D'UTILISATION GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO. MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES DXPW4240 Pressure Washer Laveuse à pression Lavadora a presión...
- Page 2 FIG. 1 DXPW4240 PRESSURE WASHER A. Panel assembly J. Engine B. Nozzle holder K. Throttle control lever C. Professional Spray gun L. Choke control D. Wheel M. Fuel valve lever E. Quick-connect N. Gas cap spray wand O. Handle assembly F.
- Page 3 GPM** ENGINE 140 lbs 28" 24" 38" 4200 HONDA GX390*** DXPW4240 (29,958 kPa) (15.4 L/min) (63.5 kg) (71.1 cm) (60.7 cm) (96.5 cm) 389 cc OHV ** PSI and GPM ratings determined in accordance with the Pressure Washers Manufacturers Association (PWMA) standard PW101.
- Page 4 Service land and may also be legally required under other statutes and WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction or di nanc es. manual and the engine instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions. WARNING: This product and its exhaust contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth WARNING: When using this product basic precautions should defects or other reproductive harm.
- Page 5 • Operating the pressure • Operate and fuel equipment • Use of acids, toxic or • Do not spray flammable washer in an ex plo sive in well-ven ti lat ed areas free cor ro sive chemicals, liquids. from ob s truc t ions. Equip en viron ment could poisons, in sec ti cides, or any re sult in a fire.
- Page 6 • Do not allow hose to contact muf fler. • Never attach or remove DANGER: RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION wand or hose fittings while sys tem is pres sur ized. WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Your pressure washer • Inspect the high-pressure • When using replacement operates at fluid pressures hose regularly.
- Page 7 DANGER: RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION DANGER: RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Unsafe op e r a t ion of your • Do not use chlorine • High-velocity fluid spray • Always wear ANSI-approved pressure wash er could lead bleach or any other can cause objects to break, Z87.1 safety glasses.
- Page 8 • If proper starting procedure • If engine does not start after is not followed, engine can two pulls, squeeze trigger kickback causing serious of gun to relieve pump DANGER: RISK OF INJURY OR PROP ER TY DAMAGE hand and arm injury. pressure. Pull starter cord WHEN TRANSPORTING OR STORING slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT...
- Page 9 • High-velocity fluid spray • On pressure washers rated directed at pneumatic tire above 1600 psi (11032 kPa) sidewalls (such as found use the widest fan spray WARNING: RISK OF BURSTING on automobiles, trailers and (40º nozzle) and keep the the like) could damage the spray a minimum of 8" WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT sidewall resulting in serious...
- Page 10 WARNING: RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN WARNING: RISK OF INJURY FROM LIFTING WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Use of acids, toxic or • Do not spray ac i ds, gasoline, WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT corrosive chemicals, ker o sene, or any other • Serious injury can result • The pressure washer is too poisons, in sec ti cides, or any flammable materials with this...
- Page 11 WARNING: Risk of bursting. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tires pressure before each use and while inflating tires; see the tire sidewall for the correct tire pressure. NOTE: Air tanks, compressors and similar equipment used to inflate tires can fill small tires similar to these very rapidly. Adjust pressure regulator on air supply to no more than the rating of the tire pressure.
- Page 12 CHANGING NOZZLES ON SPRAY WAND Nozzle Color Spray Pattern Uses Surfaces* DANGER: Risk of fluid injection. Do not direct discharge stream 0˚ powerful metal or toward persons, unprotected skin, eyes or any pets or animals. pinpoint for very concrete; Serious injury will occur. intense cleaning DO NOT use on WARNING: Flying objects could cause risk of serious injury.
- Page 13 3. Install low-pressure (black) nozzle into quick connect fitting of spray wand, refer to Spray Wand Nozzles. NOTE: Chemicals and soaps will not siphon if the black soap nozzle is not installed on the spray wand. 4. After use of chemicals, place chemical hose into container of clean water and draw clean water through chemical injection system to rinse system thoroughly.
- Page 14 12. If the engine is cold, move the choke (K) to the CLOSED position START-UP PROCEDURE as shown. 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.
- Page 15 DANGER: Risk of injury from spray. Engage the trigger lock (X) when gun is not in use to prevent accidental spraying. 17. Adjust spray for the task being performed by changing quick connect nozzle. Refer to Spray Wand Nozzles. Shutting Down 1. If chemicals were applied, place the chemical hose into a container of clean water and draw clean water through chemical injection system to rinse system thoroughly.
- Page 16 Remove pump oil plug and fill with pump oil. An oil designed 1. Remove the filter screen (U) by grasping the specifically for pressure washers is recommended as these contain end and removing it from water inlet of pump. a rust inhibitor and an anit-foaming agent. If this oil is not available, 2.
- Page 17 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. WARNING: The use of any other accessory not recommended 3. Connect length of garden hose to water inlet of pump. for use with this tool could be hazardous. Use only accessories rated 4. Add RV antifreeze to hose as shown. equal to or higher than the rating of the pressure washer.
- Page 18 The manufacturer will not be liable to any persons for consequential This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship and not parts failure due to normal wear, depreciation, abuse, accidental damage, for personal injury, or for commercial loss. damage, negligence, improper use, maintenance, or storage. To make ENGINE a claim under the terms of the warranty, all parts said to be defective Covered by engine manufacturer warranty.
- Page 19 Chemical injection system: Mixes cleaners or cleaning solvents with water to improve cleaning effectiveness. Choke control: Opens and closes carburetor choke valve. CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by psi. (GPM x PSI = CU) Fuel valve lever: Opens/closes connection between fuel tank and carburetor. GPM: Gallons Per Minute.
- Page 20 Troubleshooting Guide This section provides a list of the more frequently encountered malfunctions, their causes and corrective actions. The operator or maintenance personnel can perform some corrective actions, and others may require the assistance of a qualified FNA technician or your dealer. Problem Code Engine will not start ......................1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 36 (refer to the engine's instruction manual for further engine troubleshooting) No or low pressure (initial use) ..................9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 Will not draw chemicals ....................16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 No or low pressure (after period of normal use) ..............22, 23, 24...
- Page 21 (Troubleshooting Codes cont.) CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Fuel valve closed. Move the fuel valve lever to the OPEN position. Spray wand not in high pressure. See Spray Wand Nozzles under Operation. Low water supply. Water supply must be at least 5 GPM @ 20 psi (138 kPa). Leak at high-pressure hose fitting.
- Page 22 (Troubleshooting Codes cont.) CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Pump head or tubes damaged from freezing. Have replaced by authorized service center. Oil seals worn. Have replaced by authorized service center Loose drain plug. Tighten. Worn drain plug o-ring Check and replace. Worn fill plug o-ring.