MAKINEX DPW-4000-VS, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Rev 1221 OPERATOR S MANUAL DUAL PRESSURE WASHER DPW 4000 VS...

Page 2: ...FUELING 17 OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER 18 1 HOW TO PRE START PRESSURE WASHER 18 2 ATTACHING HIGH PRESSURE HOSE TO SPRAY GUN 18 3 CONNECT GARDEN HOSE TO WATER INLET CONNECTION 19 4 ADJUST VALVE POST...

Page 3: ...CE CLEANER MAINTENANCE 32 ENGINE MAINTENANCE 32 STORAGE 33 STORAGE WITH FUEL IN TANK 33 RUST PREVENTION IN CYLINDERS 33 STORAGE OF PRESSURE WASHER 34 DISCONNECT BATTERY 34 CHARGE THE BATTERY 34 OTHER...

Page 4: ...re are any questions regarding operating or servicing of this machine please contact MAKINEX The information contained in this manual was based on machines in production at the time of publication MAK...

Page 5: ...perator s responsibility to ensure that the following safety procedures are followed If you are unsure do not operate this product Record the model and serial numbers as well as date and place of purc...

Page 6: ...CAUTION indicates a potential hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could re...

Page 7: ...st 2 minutes before adding fuel to the tank ALWAYS use care in filling tank to avoid spilling fuel Move pressure washer away from fuelling area before starting engine ALWAYS keep maximum fuel level be...

Page 8: ...ffected area WARNING RISK OF FALL HAZARD Use of pressure washer can create puddles and slippery surfaces Kick back from spray gun can cause you to fall Keep operating area clear of all persons pets an...

Page 9: ...sible amputation Spray guns trap high pressure even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected which can cause injury Should the spray penetrate the skin SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY ALWAY...

Page 10: ...rayed material DANGER RISK OF HOT SURFACES Contact with hot surfaces such as engines exhaust components could result in serious burn During operation touch only the control surfaces of the pressure wa...

Page 11: ...essure water flow will be automatically stopped 2 To disable the product move the throttle control black handle to the OFF or STOP position See picture below This will stop the engine 3 Further to the...

Page 12: ...Page 9 of 44 SAFETY DECALS MODEL DPW 4000 VS...

Page 13: ...urable galvanised steel frame Applicable Australian standards AS4233 1 High Pressure Water Jetting Part 1 Safe Operation and Maintenance AS4233 2 High Pressure Water Jetting Part 2 Construction and Pe...

Page 14: ...500bar 7200psi rated 3 way ball valve TRIGGER GUN 358 5bar 5200psi rated WAND LENGTH 900mm 35 4inch OVERALL MACHINE DIMENSIONS 638mm 25 12in 1016mm 40in 1349mm 53 11in 884mm 34 8in 1055mm 41 54in 638...

Page 15: ...DUCTION 2 1 SHAFT SIZE 1inch SHAFT OIL TYPE SAE90W ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE TYPE Vanguard 400 Air cooled 4 stroke OHV BORE x STROKE 88 x 67mm 3 5 x 2 6inch DISPLACEMENT 408cm 24 9inch MAX POWER OU...

Page 16: ...13 of 44 AIR CLEANER Integrated Cyclonic Air Cleaner OIL CAPACITY 0 95L 1US qt FUEL TANK CAPACITY 5 74L 6 1 U S qts FUEL 87 octane 87 AKI 91 RON or higher DRY WEIGHT 35 5kg 78lbs RUN TIME Full tank 10...

Page 17: ...Page 14 of 44 CONTROLS AND FEATURES VANGUARD 400 ENGINE...

Page 18: ...t Motor DPW 4000 VS Gear Box reduction 2 1 for prolonged pump life Model DPW 4000 VS External Bypass Valve for seal heat protection Thermal dump valve for over heat discharge Multi cushion isolators f...

Page 19: ...l using oil funnel optional slowly pour contents into oil fill opening 4 Replace oil fill cap and tighten NOTE Refer to Vanguard 400 Manual for more in depth instructions NOTE New machines will be pre...

Page 20: ...s and even death FIRE HAZARD WARNING Always ensure that fuel tanks are filled outdoors 1 Turn generator OFF and let it cool for at least two minutes before removing fuel cap 2 Loosen fuel cap slowly t...

Page 21: ...ure hose connections are tightly connected to the pump valve spray gun and Surface Cleaner 1 3 Make sure there are no kinks on hoses 1 4 Make sure the unit is in a levelled position 2 ATTACHING HIGH P...

Page 22: ...e for 30 seconds to clean put any debris 3 3 Release any pressure from spray gun by pulling the trigger 3 4 Connect the garden hose to the water inlet connector not to exceed 15m 50ft in length and wi...

Page 23: ...use Before starting the pressure washer be sure you are wearing adequate safety goggles NEVER substitute safety glasses for safety goggles 5 START THE ENGINE Refer to your Vanguard 400 Engine Operator...

Page 24: ...erating pressure when the machine starts allow some time to build up pressure 6 2 The by pass valve has a knob to adjust pressure DO NOT over adjust to the rated machine operating pressure i e 4000psi...

Page 25: ...Page 22 of 44 7 TWO TYPES OF OPERATION By using the valve you can choose between two types of operation SURFACE CLEANER OPERATION SPRAY GUN OPERATION...

Page 26: ...u need to use a size 2 5 orifice in your Surface Cleaner The nozzles being used should have a 15 25 spray pattern anything less than a 15 spray pattern can damage the area being cleaned Anything more...

Page 27: ...BLE HANDLES 9 1 release the lock pin by pressing down on spring tab of the handle lock tab Refer to above 9 2 Use both hands at the same time 9 3 Lock pin will spring into place at their designated gr...

Page 28: ...2 Release pressure from spray gun ALWAYS point gun in safe position before pressing trigger NOTE Spray gun traps high water pressure even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected 10 3 Move th...

Page 29: ...nd in the engine manual including proper storage as detailed in Winter Storage and Long Term Storage NOTE An hour meter is installed on the machine to help with tracking operation hours Should you hav...

Page 30: ...Examine the inlet water filter on the pump after every use and clean it if the screen is clogged or replace immediately if screen is damaged CHECK HIGH PRESSURE HOSE The high pressure hose can develo...

Page 31: ...tions 1 Shut off engine and turn off water supply 2 ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction squeeze spray gun trigger to release retained high water pressure 3 Remove spray tip from end of nozzle ext...

Page 32: ...the operating environment The correct lubricating oil viscosity depends on the external temperature Use the graph to select the degree of viscosity best suited to the temperature of use Change oil af...

Page 33: ...e plug B Position the machine in which the pump is incorporated perfectly level with the pump slightly warm Do not release oil into the environment Dispose of spent oil in accordance with statutory re...

Page 34: ...end of the delivery pipeline open to empty the pump and the delivery circuit and prevent scaling 3 Flush the pump with water and solvents authorised by the relevant laws 4 Dry the pump with a pressur...

Page 35: ...maintenance of the spray gun We recommend that you supply grease to the rotary head every 30 40 hours of use if frequent usage grease every 20 30 hours of operation Simply add a small squirt of automo...

Page 36: ...n be stored up to 24 months WARNING Fuel and fuel vapour are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explosion from misuse of fuel can cause severe burns and even death RUST PREVENTION IN CYLINDERS...

Page 37: ...tifreeze Any other type of antifreeze is corrosive and can damage pressure pump 2 Disconnect spark plug wire Ensure it cannot touch any metal on pressure washer 3 Connect the 0 9m of garden hose to wa...

Page 38: ...is can contaminate fuel supply and components resulting in poor performance and or internal damage to engine Fuel should be stored in newer approved plastic storage container 3 Cover pressure washer w...

Page 39: ...d replace Valves blocked Check and replace Pump sucking air Check water supply and air ingress at joints in suction line Worn piston packing Check and replace Pressure drop Nozzle worn Replace Nozzle...

Page 40: ...Check and replace 1 Engine shuts down when running Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Low engine oil Add oil Engine will not start Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Low engine oil Add oil wrong fuel Drain and refil...

Page 41: ...ch new Dual Pressure Washer to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal domestic and industrial use and service for the period specified below conditional to the limitations and e...

Page 42: ...d beyond the pressure washer s limits modified installed improperly or connected incorrectly to any water supply Normal maintenance such as spark plugs air filters adjustments fuel system cleaning and...

Page 43: ...agents at a premise to be determined by the Manufacturer Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty are the sole responsibility of the purchaser This wa...

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