DeWalt DWPW2100 Instruction Manual page 10

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Pressure Washing (Fig. A–L)
Preparing Surface for Cleaning
• Remove objects from the area which could create a
hazard such as children's toys or outdoor furniture.
• Insure that all doors and windows are closed tight.
Protect all plants and trees in the adjacent area with a
drop cloth ensuring that they will not be harmed by
any overspray.
• Pre‑rinse cleaning area with fresh water.
• Use only detergents formulated for pressure washers.
• Always test detergent in an inconspicuous area before use.
Preparing Pressure Washer Unit for Use

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 or animals.
Serious injury will occur.

CAUTION: Before operation:
1. Connect the water supply to the pressure washer. For
instructions on connecting the water supply to the
pressure washer, please refer to Attaching Garden Hose
under Assembly and Adjustments.
2. Connect the high pressure hose to the pressure washer
and the pressure wand. For instructions on connecting
the high pressure hose to the pressure washer and
pressure wand, please refer to Attaching High Pressure
Hose under Assembly and Adjustments.
Preparing Spray Wand (Fig. E)
iMPORTAnT: Before turning on the pressure washer unit,
disengage the trigger lock‑off
1. Spray wand must be assembled before use. Please
refer to Assembling Spray Wand under Assembly
and Adjustments.
2. Disengage the trigger lock‑off
3. Squeeze the trigger 7
purge the system of air.
4. If air is still found in the water stream, continue to run
water through the spray wand.
Cleaning a Surface (Fig. L)
1. To start the pressure washer, rotate the ON/OFF switch
to the ON position.
2. The best angle for spraying water against a cleaning
surface is 45 °.
‑ Spraying head on tends to cause dirt particles to
imbed in the surface.
When working on vertical surfaces, it is best to
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apply detergent starting at the bottom and working
upwards which will prevent the detergent from
sliding down and causing streaks.
3. To disengage the spray handle, release the trigger.
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6 and squeeze the trigger
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. Hold the trigger for 30 seconds to
Moving the Pressure Washer (Fig. A–C)
1. Turn OFF the pressure washer unit
on/off switch
water supply.
2. Point the spray wand
trigger to release remaining water pressure.
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3. When the spray wand is completely empty, lift the pressure
washer by the carry handles
handle 13 and wheel the unit to your next location.
Shutdown (Fig. A, E, L)
1. Turn OFF the pressure washer unit
on/off switch
water supply and unplug the cord from the outlet.
2. Discharge residual pressure by squeezing the trigger
until no more water comes out of the spray wand
3. Engage the spray trigger lock‑off
4. Disconnect the garden hose from the water intake
5. Disconnect the high pressure hose
pressure water outlet
MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate
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over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Cleaning

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WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performing this procedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non‑metallic parts of the
tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials
used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with
water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Nozzle Cleaning (Fig. M)
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If the nozzle becomes clogged with foreign materials, such as
dirt, excessive pressure may develop. If the nozzle becomes
partially clogged or restricted, the pump pressure will pulsate.
Clean the nozzle immediately using the nozzle cleaner.
1. Turn OFF and unplug the pressure washer unit
2. Turn OFF the water supply.
3. Pull trigger
water pressure.
4. Remove the nozzle from the spray wand
the quick connect collar
5. Using the nozzle cleaning tool
from the nozzle.
6. Run water from a faucet or garden hose through
the nozzle.
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9 to the OFF position. Then turn OFF the
in a safe direction and pull the
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12 or pull up the telescoping
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9 to the off position. Then turn OFF the
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16 and drain hose.
7 on spray handle 5 to relieve any
3 toward the spray wand.
26 , unclog any debris
by rotating the
by rotating the
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from the high
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2 by pulling