Simpson PS3835, Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...amento de Servicio al Cliente llamando al www simpsoncleaning com Save this manual for Future reference 3800 PSI 3 5 GPM IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before operating IMPORTANTE Aségurese por favor de que la persona que vaya a utilizar este equipo lea con cuidado y comprenda estas instrucciones antes d...

Page 2: ...s of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas Using a fan or opening windows and doors does NOT supply enough fresh air ONLY use outdoors and far away from open windows doors and vents These openings can pull in engine exhaust Even when the engine is used correctly CO may leak into your home ALWAYS use a battery powered or battery backup CO alarm in your house Read and follow all directions for...

Page 3: ...uel in the tank which could result in spillage and pos si ble fire explosion Keep maximum fuel level 1 2 12 7 mm be low bottom of filler neck to allow for expansion Operating the pressure washer in an ex plo sive en viron ment could re sult in a fire Operate and fuel equipment in well ventilat ed areas free from ob structions Equip areas with fire extinguisher suit able for gas o line fires Materi...

Page 4: ...pect the high pressure hose regularly Replace the hose immediately if it is damaged worn has melted from contacting the engine or shows any signs of cracks bubbles pinholes or other leakage Never grasp a high pressure hose that is leaking or damaged Never touch grasp or attempt to cover a pinhole or similar water leak on the high pressure hose The stream of water IS under high pressure and WILL pe...

Page 5: ...e the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs Stay alert at all times Never defeat the safety fea tures of this prod uct Do not op er ate machine with missing broken or un au tho rized parts Never leave wand unattended while unit is running If proper starting procedure is not followed engine can kickback causing serious hand and arm injury If engine does not start after tw...

Page 6: ...pray di rect ed at elec tri cal outlets or switch es or ob jects con nect ed to an elec tri cal circuit could re sult in a fatal electrical shock Unplug any elec tri cal ly op er at ed product before attempting to clean it Direct spray away from electric out lets and switches WARNING RISK of Bursting What can happen How to prevent it Over inflation of tires could result in serious injury and prope...

Page 7: ...s in sec ti cides or any kind of flam ma ble solvent with this product could re sult in se ri ous injury or death Do not spray ac ids gasoline ker o sene or any other flammable materials with this product Use only household de ter gents cleaners and degreasers recommended for use with pres sure washers Wear pro tec tive clothing to protect eyes and skin from con tact with sprayed materials WARNING...

Page 8: ...aded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher Do not overfill Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine Refer to Engine Owners Manual for complete procedure quick start guide DANGER Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Risk of fluid injection and laceration When using the high pressure set...

Page 9: ...ir from pump and high pressure hose by depressing trigger until a steady stream of water is present Approximately 30 seconds 30 S 8 Verify the Fuel Switch is turned to the ON Position 9 Verify the Engine Switch is turned to the ON Position OFF ON 10 Move the Choke to the CLOSED Position 11 Pull the Recoil Starter Grip Pull the recoil starter grip to start the engine 12 Move the Choke to the OPEN P...

Page 10: ...supply B Engine Drives the high pressure pump Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for location and operation of engine controls C High Pressure Hose Carries the pressurized water from the pump to the gun and spray wand D Spray Gun Connects with spray wand to control water flow rate direction and pressure E Quick Connect Spray Wand Allows the user to quickly change out high pressure nozzles See How ...

Page 11: ...injury Avoid placing hands between handle and frame when assembling to prevent pinching 4 Align holes in the top handle M with the mounting holes in the handle assembly G 5 Insert saddle bolts DD through aligned holes and secure top handle to handle assembly with knobs EE Tighten until snug K L 2A EE G H 2 G M DD 5 Remove colored quick connect nozzles K from plastic bag and insert them into correc...

Page 12: ...e of water The minimum requirements for a water supply are 20 psi and 5 Gallons Per Minute If your water source is a well the garden hose length can only be 30 ft 9 m max WARNING To reduce the possibility of contamination always protect against backflow when connected to a potable water system Pressure Washer Operating Features PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS The pressure setting is preset at the factory to ...

Page 13: ...ways unpainted brick or stucco Green 25 standard cleaning nozzle for most applications yard tools sidewalks lawn furniture unpainted siding stucco gutters and eaves concrete brick surfaces White 40 cleaning of painted or delicate surfaces auto RV marine wood painted brick and stucco vinyl painted siding Black low pressure applies cleaning solutions low pressure spray is safe on all surfaces always...

Page 14: ... 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 DANGER Carbon Monoxide Using an engine indoors can kill you in minutes Engine exhaust contains high levels of carbon mono...

Page 15: ...esent turn the water source off 4 Verify the filter screen P is in water inlet of pump NOTE Cone side faces out 5 Connect high pressure hose C to pump outlet I 6 Connect water source N to pump inlet J NOTE Water source must provide a minimum of 5 gallons per minute at 20 psi I 10 C 9 N J P 8 WARNING To reduce the possibility of contamination always protect against backflow when connected to a pota...

Page 16: ... Turn water source off 4 Pull trigger on spray gun to relieve any water pressure in hose or spray gun NOTE Failure to release system pressure will prevent removal of high pressure hose from spray gun or pump connection 5 See Storage section in this manual for proper storage procedures maintenance WARNING Risk of burn hazard When performing maintenance you may be exposed to hot surfaces water press...

Page 17: ...sure 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 1 Shut off the pressure washer and turn off the water supply 2 Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve any water pressure 3 Disconnect the spray wand from the gun 4 Remove the high pressure nozzle K from the sp...

Page 18: ... end pointing down and squeezing trigger Store in gun holder 3 Wrap up and secure detergent siphon hose so it is protected from damage aCCESSORIES DANGER Risk of fluid injection When using replacement spray wands or guns with this pressure washer DO NOT use a spray wand and or spray gun wand combination that is shorter in length than what was provided with this pressure washer as measured from the...

Page 19: ...ess for a particular purpose and all such warranties are hereby disclaimed and excluded by the manufacturer The manufacturer s warranty obligation is limited to repair and replacement of defec tive products as provided herein and the manufacturer shall not be liable for any further loss damages or expenses including damages from shipping accident abuse acts of God misuse or neglect Neither is dama...

Page 20: ...Engine switch in OFF po si tion Place engine switch in ON position Choke lever in the Choke position on a hot engine or an engine that has been exposed to thermal heat for a long period of time Move choke to the No Choke po si tion No or low pressure initial use Spray wand not in high pressure See How to Use Spray Wand instructions in the Operation Section Low water supply Water supply must be at ...

Page 21: ...cal injector Please contact our customer service department at www simpsoncleaning com No or low pressure after period of normal use Worn seal or packing Please contact our customer service department at www simpsoncleaning com Worn or obstructed valves Please contact our customer service department at www simpsoncleaning com Worn unloader piston Please contact our customer service department at w...

Page 22: ...ncleaning com Loose drain plug Tighten Worn drain plug o ring Check and replace Worn fill plug o ring Check and replace Pump overfilled Check for correct amount Incorrect oil used Drain and fill with correct amount and type of oil Vent plug is clogged Clean vent plug blow air through it to remove any blockage If prob lem per sists replace plug Air filter filled with oil Clean and or replace filter...