DeWalt DXPW3425E User Manual

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14. As the engine warms up, move the choke to the
openposition.
15. Depress trigger on gun to start waterflow.

WARNING: Do not allow the unit to run for
more than two minutes without the gun trigger
being pulled. This could cause overheating and
damage to the pump. When the temperature
inside the pump rises too high, the thermal relief
valve will open and release a spray of water from
the pump to lower the internal temperature. The
valve will thenclose.

WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Stand on a
stable surface and grip gun/wand firmly with both
hands. Expect the gun to kickback whentriggered.
16. Release trigger to stop waterflow.

DANGER: Risk of injury from spray. Engage the
trigger lock
29
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 (Fig.W, X)
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.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage Failure to do so
could cause damage to thepump.
2. Place the engine ON/OFF switch
8
to the OFFPosition.
3. Place the fuel valve lever
12
in the OFFposition.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Never turn water
supply off while pressure washer engine is running or
damage to pump willresult.
4. Turn water sourceoff.
5. Pull trigger on spray gun to relieve any water pressure in
hose or spraygun.
6. Refer to Storage for proper storageprocedures.
MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Risk of burning. When performing
maintenance, you may be exposed to hot surfaces,
water pressure or moving parts that can cause serious
injury ordeath.

WARNING: Risk of fire. Always disconnect, spark
plug wire, let the engine cool and release all water
pressure before performing any maintenance
or repair. The engine contains flammable fuel.
Do not smoke or work near open flames while
performingmaintenance.

CAUTION: Risk of Injury. Disconnect battery ground
[Negative (–)] Terminal beforeservicing.
To ensure efficient operation and longer life of your pressure
washer, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared
and followed. If the pressure washer is used in unusual
conditions, such as high temperatures or dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance checks will berequired.
Engine
Consult the engine instruction manual for the manufacturer's
recommendations for any and allmaintenance.
NOTE: The pressure washer frame is equipped with an oil
drain hole to help make changing the engine oileasier.
Pump
The pump on this unit is maintenance free and requires
no oil. If there is a problem with the pump, contact our
Customer Service Group as soon aspossible.
Battery
Charging the Battery (Fig.E, AA, BB)
To keep the battery fully charged and ready for use, connect
the battery charger to keep the battery while storing the
pressurewasher.
NOTE: The battery charger provided should only be used
with the a 12V 6.5Ah/21 WPC sealed lead acid battery
supplied with this pressurewasher.
1. Plug the battery charger
33
into a standard household
120V receptacle. Make sure the household power
supply is 120V, 60Hz, AConly.
2. Disconnect the engine start connector
18
on the
pressure washer from the battery box
17
.
3. Connect the battery charger
33
to the connection port
on the battery box
17
. The light on the battery charger
will illuminate red while the battery ischarging.
NOTE: The battery will become slightly warm to the touch
while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a
problem. When battery is fully charged, the red light will
turngreen.
NOTE: If the light does not illuminate, the battery main‑
tainer fuse may need to be replaced. Check the fuse and
replace ifneeded.
4. When the battery is fully charged and ready to use,
connect to the pressure washer:
a. Disconnect the batterycharger.
b. Reconnect the engine start connector
18
on the
pressure washer to the connection port on the
battery box
17
, ensure the plug is fullyseated.
Replacing the Battery (Fig.C–F)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or
explosion, do not short circuit the battery terminals or
charge in a sealed container. Keep sparks and flame
away. Do not use metal tools for connections and keep
metal objects away from the battery terminals. Metal
objects can make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals together can
cause sparks, burns, or afire.
1. Disconnect the engine start connector
18
on the
pressure washer from the battery box
17
.
2. Open the battery box
17
.
3. Disconnect the battery:
‑ Disconnect the black wire from the battery’s nega‑
tive (–)terminal.

DeWalt DXPW3425E Specifications

General

Pressure Rating	3400 PSI
Flow Rate	2.5 GPM
Hose Length	25 ft
Power Source	Gasoline
Motor	Honda GX390
Nozzles Included	0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap