How To Use Spray Tips; High Pressure; Low Pressure; Applying Detergent - Husqvarna MAX 3100 PSI Manual Del Operario

How to Use Spray Tips

The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to
switch between four different quick connect spray tips. Spray
tips can be changed while pressure washer is running once
spray gun trigger lock is engaged. The spray tips vary the
spray pattern as shown.

High Pressure

40° White
15° Yellow
2600 PSI 2900 PSI
2.8 GPM
2.6 GPM
Follow these instructions to change spray tips:
1. Pull back collar on quick–connect and pull current
spray tip off. Store spray tips in holder provided on the
side panel.
WARNING The high pressure stream of water that
this equipment produces could cut through skin
and its underlying tissues, resulting in serious
injury and possible amputation.
• NEVER exchange spray tips without the trigger lock being
engaged on the spray gun.
• DO NOT twist spray tips while spraying.
2. Select desired spray tip:
• For delicate rinse, for gentle cleaning of cars/trucks,
boats, RV's, patio furniture, lawn equipment, etc.,
select white 40° spray tip.
• For general rinsing, ideal for most all purpose
cleaning such as home siding, brick patios, wood
decks, driveways and sidewalks, garage floors, etc.,
select yellow 15° spray tip.
• For maximum rinsing, for stubborn or hard to reach
surface such as second story surfaces, paint
removal, oil stains, rust removal or other stubborn
substances (tar, gum, grease, wax, etc.), select red
0° spray tip.
• To apply detergent, applies project specific cleaners
to help break down stubborn dirt and grime on a
variety of surfaces, select black detergent spray tip.
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Low Pressure

Black
Use to apply
detergent
0° Red
3100 PSI
2.4 GPM
3. Pull back on collar, insert new spray tip and release collar.
Tug on spray tip to make sure it is securely in place.
Usage Tips
• For most effective cleaning, keep spray tip from 8 to
24 inches away from cleaning surface.
• If you get spray tip too close, especially using a high
pressure spray tip, you may damage surface being
cleaned.
• DO NOT get closer than 6 inches when cleaning tires.

Applying Detergent

WARNING Chemical Burn Hazard.
Chemicals could cause burns resulting in death
or serious injury.
• DO NOT use caustic liquid with pressure washer.
• Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergents/soaps. Follow all
manufacturers instructions.
To apply detergent, follow these steps:
1. Review use of spray tips.
2. Prepare detergent solution as required by job.
3. Pour detergent solution into cleaning tank.
NOTICE Cleaning tank holds up to one gallon (3.8 l).
4. Make sure black detergent spray tip is installed.
NOTICE Detergent cannot be applied with the high pressure
spray tips (White, Yellow or Red).
5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet.
Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray
gun and pump. Turn on water.
NOTICE You must attach all hoses before you start the
engine.
• Starting the engine without all the hoses connected and without
the water turned ON could damage the pump.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
6. Start engine following instructions How to Start Your
Pressure Washer.
7. Rotate detergent shut-off valve on cleaning tank to "On"
position.
"On" Position
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