GENERAL MANUAL FOR SAFETY DeVilbiss/Ex-Cell Pressure Washers Pressure Washer Service Policy Ü Congratulations! You have purchased a high quality product Ü All sales of pressure washers are final. ASSEMBLY from America’s leading manufacturer of pressure washers. This pressure washer, when properly used and maintained, will provide trouble free service. Please read and follow these instructions for proper use and maintenance. Do not return this product to the retailer.
INDEX FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................................... 3 SAFETY GUIDELINES ........................................................................................... 4 WARNING CHART ............................................................................................. 4-6 OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES .............................................................................. 6 GLOSSARY ...................................................................
Frequently Asked Questions: What kind of oil do I use? • Engine: Refer to Engine manual for oil recommendations. • Pump: See page 16 and 17. My Pressure Washer won’t start..(See Engine manual for starting instructions) • Has gasoline been added to the engine? • Is engine on/off switch in “on” position? (If applicable) • Has engine been primed or choked? • Adequate amount of oil in engine? (Some models are equipped with a "Low Oil Shut Down" switch) • Is fuel valve in the “Open” position.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. HAZARD DANGER RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Spilled gasoline and it’s vapors can become ignited from cigarette sparks, electrical arcing, exhaust gases, and hot engine components such as the muffler.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK WARNING RISK TO FLUID INJECTION HOW TO PREVENT IT • Unplug any electrically operated product before attempting to clean it. Direct spray away from electric outlets and switches. • 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.
Read Owner’s Manual. Do not operate equipment until you have read Owner’s Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions. 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.
BOX CONTENTS Chemical Hose High Pressure Hose Handle or Gun Dual Lance or Engine Frame and Wheel Assembly Quick Connect Lance or Nozzle Cleaning Kit Hi-Low Lance Quick Connect Nozzle - only on units equipped with the quick connect lance Wand/Lance Assemblies ASSEMBLY 1. Connect handle to frame.
ASSEMBLY 2. Connect wand to gun. Tighten securely. Hi-Low/Quick Connect Multi-Reg Dual Lance 3. Attach high pressure hose to gun. The point of attachment for the high pressure hose will differ depending on the model purchased. Tighten securely. OR OR 4. Connect chemical hose to the pump by one of the following methods: a. Press the chemical hose onto the barb fitting located near the high pressure hose connectionsee illustration A. OR Illustration A b.
5. Some pumps are shipped from the factory with a red shipping plug. Refer to page 16 and 17 to identify your pump. The Annovi Reverberi pump can also be identified by its name printed on top of the pump. The shipping plug prevents any oil from leaking out of the pump in shipping. Attached to the shipping plug is a plastic bag which contains the new oil plug. The shipping plug must be removed and the new oil plug installed before the pressure washer is operated-see illustration C.
OPERATING PROCEDURES (cont'd) Connect Water 5. Connect water source to pump inlet — Figure 4. NOTE: Water source must provide a minimum of 5 gallons per minute at 20 p.s.i. 6. Turn water source on — Figure 5. NOTE: Make sure water supply is turned on. Figure 4 Never turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to pump will result. Turn on Water 7. Start engine according to the engine owners' manual. SOME UNITS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN E-Z START VALVE.
OPERATING PROCEDURES (cont'd) Multi-Reg (High Pressure Setting) High Pressure Operation: DO NOT let hoses come in contact with very hot engine muffler during or immediately after use of your pressure washer. RISK OF INJECTION OR INJURY TO PERSON. DO NOT DIRECT DISCHARGE STREAM TOWARD PERSONS. Figure 7 WHEN USING THE HIGH PRESSURE SETTING, DO NOT ALLOW THE JET-LIKE SPRAY TO COME IN CONTACT WITH UNPROTECTED SKIN, EYES, OR WITH ANY PETS OR ANIMALS. SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR.
OPERATING PROCEDURES (cont'd) Quick Connect – Use the 0°, 15°, 25°, and 40° nozzles for high pressure-Figure 10. The size of the nozzle will determine the size of the fan spray. To change nozzles: Quick Connect with Nozzles 1. Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water supply. 2. Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve any water pressure. 3. Pull quick connect coupler back and remove nozzle-Figure 11. 4. Pull quick connect coupler back and insert nozzle. Figure 10 5.
OPERATING PROCEDURES (cont'd) Low Pressure Operation: Multi-Reg (Low Pressure Setting) (to siphon chemicals/soaps) NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals designed for pressure washer use. Do not use bleach. 1. Connect chemical hose to the pump by one of the following methods: a. Press the chemical hose onto the barb fitting located near the high pressure hose connection- see illustration A. Figure 12 Hi-Low Illustration A b.
OPERATING PROCEDURES (cont'd) Pressure adjustment: Annovi Reverberi The pressure setting is preset at the factory to achieve optimum pressure and cleaning. If you need to lower the pressure, it can be accomplished by two methods. The first method is to back away from the surface to be cleaned. The further away you are, the less the pressure will be on the surface to be cleaned. The second method is to adjust the pressure regulator on the pump.
OPERATING PROCEDURES (cont'd) Chemical Flow Adjustment Some pumps are equipped with an adjustable chemical injector as shown here. Turn the chemical adjustment knob counterclockwise to increase the amount of chemical used and clockwise to decrease the amount of chemical used. If the knob is turned clockwise until it stops, the chemical injector will close and will not draw any chemicals/soaps. DO NOT allow your unit to operate in bypass mode for more than two minutes at any time.
MAINTENANCE WHEN DOING MAINTENANCE, YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO HOT SURFACES, WATER PRESSURE, MOVING PARTS, OR FIRE RESULTING IN DEATH. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE, LET ENGINE COOL AND RELEASE ALL WATER PRESSURE. 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.
MAINTENANCE (cont'd) The following pump (2200 psi) was shipped from the factory with 10W30 synthetic oil: Annovi Reverberi (XJV) The following pump (2400 psi) was shipped from the factory with 10W30 synthetic oil: Annovi Reverberi (XJW) The following pump (2000-3500 psi) was shipped from the factory with R&0 150 oil: DeVilbiss (DAPC) The following pumps (2000-3500 psi) are shipped from the factory with 30W non-detergent oil: Cat Annovi Reverberi (Horizontal) General The following pumps (2000-3500
MAINTENANCE (cont'd) Nozzle cleaning: 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 kit supplied and the following instructions: Figure 16 Multi-Reg Wand/Lance: 1. Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water supply. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. Figure 17 3.
MAINTENANCE (cont'd) Water Inlet Screen Cleaning: All pumps are equipped with some type of water filter screen. This screen should be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary. Refer to the illustrations to the right to determine which filter screen your pump has. The filter in Figure 20 and 22 can be removed and cleaned by flushing it with water on both sides. The filter in Figure 21 can be cleaned using the following instructions: Figure 20 1.
STORAGE & WINTER STORAGE 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. ENGINE 1. Remove gasoline from engine or add fuel stabilizer, such as "Sta-Bil" to gasoline to prevent gumming 2. If you are adding fuel stabilizer, connect water supply and high pressure hose to pump and spray gun. 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE Engine will not start (see Engine Manual for further engine troubleshooting) 1. 2. 3. No fuel. Low oil (if oil-alert equipped). Pressure builds up after two pulls on the recoil starter or after initial use. Not primed or choked. Spark plug wire not attached. Engine ON/OFF switch in OFF position (If equipped.) 1. 2. 3. Add Fuel. Add required amount of oil. Squeeze gun trigger to relieve pressure. 4. 5. 6. Push primer bulb 3 times or choke engine.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE No or low pressure (after period of normal use.) 1. 2. 3. 4. Water leaking at gun/wand connection 1. Worn o-ring. 2. Loose hose connection. 1. Check and replace. 2. Tighten. Water leaking at pump 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. Oil leaking at pump 1. Oil seals worn. 2. Loose drain plug. 3. Worn drain plug, o-ring (if applicable). 4. Worn fill plug o-ring. 5. Pump overfilled. 6. Incorrect oil used. CORRECTION Worn seal or packing. Worn or obstructed valves.
LIMITED 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).
GENERAL MANUAL FOR DeVilbiss/Ex-Cell Pressure Washers Pressure Washer Quick Facts CALL 1-800-888-2468 EXT. 2 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES. GAS OIL WATER Use fresh high quality gas. Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage. Pump oil: Refer to owners manual supplied with this unit. Engine oil: Refer to engine manual supplied with this unit.
