DeVilbiss Air Power Company 3540CWHP Owner's Manual

DeVilbiss Air Power Company 3540CWHP Owner's Manual

Devillbiss air power company pressure washer owners manual

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This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used around
flammable materials, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or
other similar items, then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of
California. It is a violation of California statutes section 130050 and/or sections 4442 and 4443 of the Califor-
nia Public Resources Code, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor, as defined in section 4442,
and maintained in effective working order. Spark arresters are also required on some U. S. Forest service
land and may also be legally required under other statutes and ordinances.
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. This warning is given in compliance with California Proposition 65, as detectable amounts
of chemicals subject to proposition 65 may be contained in this product.
ENGINE OIL MUST BE ADDED TO THE ENGINE BEFORE USE.
D20249 Rev 2
9/8/00

PRESSURE WASHER

OWNERS MANUAL
for
Model 3540CWHP
Read Owner's Manual. Do not operate equipment until you
have read Owners Manual for Safety, Assembly, Operation,
Maintenance and Storage Instructions.
CAUTION

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  • Page 1: Pressure Washer

    ENGINE OIL MUST BE ADDED TO THE ENGINE BEFORE USE. D20249 Rev 2 9/8/00 PRESSURE WASHER OWNERS MANUAL Model 3540CWHP Read Owner's Manual. Do not operate equipment until you have read Owners Manual for Safety, Assembly, Operation, Maintenance and Storage Instructions. CAUTION...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NOTE: Photos and illustrations in this manual are for reference only and may not represent a specific model. PRESSURE WASHER RETURN POLICY ➜ Within 15 days of your purchase, Sam's will gladly exchange your pressure washer or refund your money. Sales receipt is required. ➜ After 15 days manufacturer's warranty applies.
  • Page 3: Warranty

    All merchandise manufactured by DeVilbiss Air Power Company Manufacturing is warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material which occur during the first year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (initial user). Products covered under this warranty include: air compressors, *air tools, accessories, service parts, pressure washers, and generators used in consumer applications (i.e., personal residential household usage only).
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE • Heat will expand fuel in the tank which could • Operating the pressure washer in an explosive • Materials placed against or near the pressure • Muffler exhaust heat can damage painted • Improperly stored fuel could lead to acciden- •...
  • Page 5 Operating unit with water supply shutoff without flow of water will result in equipment damage. Operating the pressure washer with water supply shutoff will void your warranty. You should never run this pressure washer for more than 2 minutes without pulling the trigger to allow cool water to enter the pump and the heated (recirculated) water to exit.
  • Page 6: Unpacking

    6. Using box cutting tool, cut the four corners of the shipping carton from top to bottom, then lay panels flat. NOTE: Be careful not to cut into chemical hose and high pressure hose. 7. Insert handle ends into pressure washer frame as shown. D20249 English...
  • Page 7: Assembly

    There will be a slight amount of oil in the engine from factory testing. NOTE The engine on this pressure washer is equipped with a low oil sensor. The amount of oil in the engine must be correct or the engine will not start.
  • Page 8: Operation

    NOTE: Become familiar with the controls and features described on these pages before operating your unit. Gun/Hose Holder Spray 3/8" X 50 ft. High- Pressure Hose Pressure Chemical Regulator Injector By-Pass Hose EZ Start Valve Thermal Relief Valve BASIC ELEMENTS OF A PRESSURE WASHER High Pressure Pump: Increases the pressure of the water supply to 3500 psi @ 4 gpm.
  • Page 9 The minimum requirements for a water supply are 20 PSI and 5 gallons per minute. NOTE: Any supply pressure or delivery rate less than this will not allow the pressure washer to operate at its full potential. OPERATING FEATURES OF YOUR...
  • Page 10: Changing Nozzles

    PRESSURE WASHER BASICS The nozzles are housed in receptacles on the panel of the pressure washer handle. Color squares on the panel identify nozzle location and spray pattern. NOTE A nozzle is easier to remove from its receptacle if it is pushed from underneath while it is being pulled from above.
  • Page 11: Before Starting

    BEFORE STARTING 1. Move pressure washer to level ground. 2. Check engine oil level. Refer to engine manufacturer's manual for procedure. NOTE The engine on this pressure washer is equipped with a low oil sensor. The amount of oil in the engine must be correct or the engine will not start.
  • Page 12: Pre-Start Checklist

    Water supply (garden hose) turned on? All operation instructions read and under- stood? If you can say "yes" to the items on the Pre-start checklist, you are ready to start your pressure washer. STARTING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER NOTE: Make sure water supply is turned on.
  • Page 13 DO NOT let hoses come in contact with very hot engine muffler during or immedi- ately after use of your pressure washer. Damage to hoses from contact with hot engine surfaces will NOT be covered by warranty.
  • Page 14: Shutting Down Your Pressure Washer

    DO NOT let hoses come in contact with very hot engine muffler during or immedi- Fast ately after use of your pressure washer. Damage to hoses from contact with hot engine surfaces will NOT be covered by warranty.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    SURE. THE ENGINE CONTAINS FLAMMABLE FUEL. DO NOT SMOKE OR WORK NEAR OPEN FLAMES WHILE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of your pressure washer, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. The following routine maintenance schedule is geared to an unit in a normal working environment.
  • Page 16: Storage

    3. Install filter into water inlet of pump. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE It is recommended that you follow these steps to protect the internal seals of the pressure washer when storing the unit for an extended period and WHEN FREEZING TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM CAUSE Engine will not start 1. No fuel. (see Engine Manual for 2. Low oil (if oil-alert equipped). further engine trouble- 3. Pressure buildup after initial use. shooting) 4. Not primed or choked. 5. Spark plug wire not attached. 6.
  • Page 18: Repair Parts

    Honda Engine Model Number PS-GX-340K1QA AR- Horizontal Pump 16756 High Pressure Hose 17698 Trigger Gun 17776 Wand with 22 mm adaptor 17730 Nozzle Kit includes 0°,15°,25°,40°, and Chemical/Soap Nozzle H100 Chemical Hose 17413 Tire F464 Pal Nut NCT001 Nozzle Cleaning Kit 17617 Handle Grip 17926...
  • Page 19 NOTES 19 — ENG D20249...
  • Page 20: Quick Facts

    Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage. Always turn on the water before starting the engine. SOAP Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressure washer use. CHEMICALS Keep nozzle unclogged. Refer to manual for cleaning procedures.

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