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FIG. 1 English DPD3100 Pressure Washer A. Panel assembly B. Nozzle holder C. Professional Spray gun D. Side Handle E. Quick-connect spray wand F. Frame G. Engine dipstick/oil plug H. Engine switch P I. Starter grip J. Engine K. Choke control L. Throttle control lever M. Fuel valve lever N. Gas cap O. Handle assembly P. High-pressure hose Q. High-pressure pump L k B a C O N m q D j Engine E I F Refer to the engine instruction manual for location and operation of other engine controls.
Specifications MODEL WEIGHT HEIGHT WIDTH Length PSI Max* AVERAGE Operating GPM 2.7 (10.3 L/min) Engine DeWALT 196 cc OHV, 5.5 Net HP, 6.5 Gross HP ** * Maximum PSI and GPM ratings determined in accordance with the Pressure Washers Manufacturers Association (PWMA) standard PW101 ** Horsepower rating (shown as maximum output @ 3600 rpm) is in accordance with SAE J1349 for Net HP and SAE J1995 for Gross HP. Actual engine power will be lower.
English 7. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times. 8. Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual. Danger: Risk of Injection or Severe Injury. Keep Clear of Nozzle. Do Not Direct Discharge Stream at Persons. This Product Is To Be Used Only By Trained Operators. WARNING: This product may not be equipped with a sparkarresting muffler.
• Always keep pressure washer a minimum of 4' (1.2 m) away from surfaces (such as houses, automobiles or live plants) that could be damaged from muffler exhaust heat. DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (Asphyxiation) continued • Some cleaning fluids contain substances which could cause injury to skin, eyes or lungs. • Improperly stored fuel could • Store fuel in an OSHA lead to accidental ignition.
English DANGER: RISK of FLUID INJECTION and Laceration continued • Your pressure 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! • Direct spray away from self and others.
What can happen • Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to serious injury or death to you or others. • If engine does not start after two pulls, squeeze trigger of gun to relieve pump pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury. • The spray gun/wand is a powerful cleaning tool that could look like a toy to a child. • Keep children away from the pressure washer at all times.
English DANGER: Risk of Injury or Property Damage When Transporting or storing What can happen How to prevent it • Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could result in fire or breathing hazard. Serious injury or death can result. Fuel or oil leaks will damage carpet, paint or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers. • If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve to the off position before transporting to avoid fuel leaks.
WARNING: RISK OF INJURY FROM LIFTING What can happen How to prevent it • Serious injury can result • The pressure washer is too from attempting to lift too heavy to be lifted by one heavy an object. person. Obtain assistance from others before lifting.
English INSTALLATION Pressure Washer Assembly (Fig. 1) NOTE: The high pressure pump is maintenance free and requires no oil, if there is a problem with the pump contact a DeWALT factory service center, a DeWALT authorized service center or other qualified service personnel. Warning: Risk of bursting. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tires pressure before each use and while inflating tires; see the tire sidewall for the correct tire pressure.
Nozzle Color Spray Pattern Uses powerful pinpoint for very intense cleaning metal or concrete; DO NOT use on wood 15˚ intense cleaning of small areas metal, concrete or wood 25˚ intense cleaning of larger areas metal, concrete or wood 40˚ covers wide areas of cleaning metal, concrete, wood or vinyl Yellow Green White low pressure Chemicals and Cleaning Solvents Applying chemicals or cleaning solvents is a low-pressure operation.
English • 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. CAUTION: Never pull water supply hose to move pressure washer. This could damage hose and/or pump inlet. • 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.
4. Verify the filter screen (U) is in water inlet of pump. The cone side faces out. 5. Connect the cold water source (V) to pump inlet. NOTE: Water source must provide a minimum of 5 gallons per minute at 20 pSI (138 kPa). Warning: To reduce the possibility of contamiU nation always protect against backflow when connected to a potable water system. 6. Connect high-pressure hose (P) to pump outlet. 7. If applying a chemical or cleaning solution, refer to Chemicals and Cleaning P Solvents. 8.
English Pump Caution: Risk of property damage Failure to do so could cause damage to the pump. 2. Place the engine ON/OFF switch (H) to the OFF Position. 3. Place the fuel valve lever (M) in the OFF postion. Caution: 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.
1. Obtain a funnel, 6 oz. (170 mL) of RV antifreeze and 16–36" (40–91cm) of garden hose with a male hose connector attached to one end. CAUTION: Risk of property damage. Use only RV antifreeze. Any other antifreeze is corrosive and can damage pump. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire. 3. Connect length of garden hose to water inlet of pump. 4. Add RV antifreeze to hose as shown. 5. Pull engine starter rope slowly several times until antifreeze comes out of high-pressure hose connection of pump. 6.
Limited Warranty English Caution: Risk of personal injury. Avoid placing hands between handle and frame when assembling to prevent pinching. DeWALT pressure washers are warranted for two years from the date of purchase. DeWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship. This warranty does not cover parts that are damaged through misuse or abuse, or parts which must be replaced from time to time due to normal pressure washer operation.
Glossary FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels (next page) become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-4-DeWALT for a free replacement. 17 English Bypass mode: Allows water to re-circulate within pump when the gun trigger is not pulled. Chemical hose: Feeds cleaning agents into the pump to mix with the water. Refer to Chemicals and Cleaning Solvents. Chemical injection system: Mixes cleaners or cleaning solvents with water to improve cleaning effectiveness.
English Troubleshooting Guide This section provides a list of the more frequently encountered malfunctions, their causes and corrective actions. The operator or maintenance personnel can perform some corrective actions, and others may require the assistance of a qualified DeWALT technician or your dealer. Problem Code Engine will not start .......................................................................................................
(Troubleshooting Codes cont.) Code POSSIBLE SOLUTION 10 Low water supply. Water supply must be at least 5 GPM @ 20 PSI (138 kPa). 11 Leak at high-pressure hose fitting. Repair leak. Apply sealant tape if necessary. 12 Nozzle obstructed. See Nozzle Cleaning under Maintenance. 13 Water filter screen clogged. Remove and clean filter. 14 Air in hose. Turn off the engine, then the water source.
(Troubleshooting Codes cont.) English Code possible cause POSSIBLE SOLUTION 26 Loose hose connection. Tighten. 27 Piston packings worn. Have replaced by authorized service center. 28 Pump head or tubes damaged from freezing. Have replaced by authorized service center. 29 Air filter filled with oil. Clean air filter element. Refer to engine instruction manual for correct procedure.
DeWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286 Copyright © 2007 DeWALT DPD3100 Form No. N000532 (OCT07) The following are trademarks for one or more DeWALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme; the “D” shaped air intake grill; the array of pyramids on the handgrip; the kit box configuration; and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on the surface of the tool.
