Important - DeWalt PRESSUREADY DXPW3400PR Manual De Instrucciones

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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.
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• 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:
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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 (
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.
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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
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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.
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