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WA270 Water Broom
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• Important Safety Instructions
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service Information
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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 TO BREATHING
Warning
RISK OF UNSAFE
OPERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Some cleaning fluids
contain substances which
could cause injury to skin,
eyes, or lungs.
• Unsafe operation of your
pressure washer could
lead to serious injury or
death to you or others
• The spray gun/wand is a
powerful cleaning tool
that could look like a toy to a
child.
• Reactive force of spray will
cause gun/wand to move,
and could cause the
operator to slip or fall, or
misdirect the spray.
Improper control of gun/
wand can result in injuries
to self and others.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Use only cleaning fluids
specifically recommended
for high pressure washers.
Follow manufacturers
recommendations. Do not
use chlorine bleach or any
other corrosive compound
• Become familiar with the
operation and controls of
the pressure washer.
• Keep operating area clear
of all persons, pets, and
obstacles.
• Do not operate the product
when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol or
drugs. Stay alert at all
times.
• Never defeat the safety
features of this product.
• Do not operate machine
with missing, broken, or
unauthorized parts.
• Never leave wand
unattended while unit is
running.
• Keep children away from
the pressure washer at all
times.
• Do not overreach or stand
on an unstable support.
Grip gun/wand firmly with
both hands. Expect the
gun to kick when triggered.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
Warning
RISK TO FLUID
INJECTION
Warning
RISK OF CHEMICAL
BURN
• 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.
DO NOT TREAT FLUID
INJECTION AS A SIMPLE
CUT! See a physician
immediately!
• Relieve system pressure
before attempting
maintenance or disassembly
of equipment.
• Use of acids, toxic or
corrosive chemicals,
poisons, insecticides, or
any kind of flammable
solvent with this product
could result in serious
injury or death.
• Never place hands in front
of nozzle.
• Direct spray away from
self and others.
• Make sure hose and
fittings are tightened and in
good condition. Never hold
onto the hose or fittings
during operation.
• Do not allow hose to
contact muffler.
• Never attach or remove
wand or hose fittings while
system is pressurized.
• Use only hose and high
pressure accessories
rated for pressure higher
than your pressure
washer's p.s.i.
• To relieve system
pressure, shut off engine,
turn off water supply, and
pull gun trigger until water
stops flowing.
• Do not use acids, gasoline,
kerosene, or any other
flammable materials in this
product. Use only
household detergents,
cleaners and degreasers
recommended for use in
pressure washers.
• Wear protective clothing
to protect eyes and skin
from contact with sprayed
materials.
• Do not use chlorine
bleach or any other
corrosive compound
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ASSEMBLY
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Replace the current lance on your
pressure washer with the water
broom wand.
or
2. Connect lance to water broom.
Quick Connect on
Lance
Quick
Connect
Plug on
Water
Broom
OPERATION
1. Start the pressure washer as
outlined in the Owner’s manual
supplied with the unit.
STAND ON A STABLE SURFACE
AND GRIP GUN/WAND FIRMLY
WITH BOTH HANDS. EXPECT
THE GUN TO KICK WHEN
TRIGGERED.
2. Depress the trigger on the gun to
begin spraying. Release trigger to
stop spraying.
DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a time. Pump operates in bypass mode when
spray gun trigger is not
pressed. If pump is left in
bypass mode for more than
two minutes internal components of the pump can be
damaged.
3. Guide water broom over surface to
be cleaned. NOTE: It may be
necessary to pretreat area to be
cleaned with chemical/soap.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
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, spray pattern will
become distorted. 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. Disconnect spark plug wire.
3. Pull trigger on gun handle to relieve
any water pressure.
4. Disconnect the lance from the
broom.
5. Using a 9/16” wrench remove the
nozzles from the water broom.
6. Direct water supply into quick
connect on broom for 30 seconds
to flush out loosened particles.
7. Remove any obstructions with the
nozzle cleaning tool provided.
8. Reassemble the nozzles to the
water broom using teflon tape to
prevent leaks.
9. Reconnect lance to broom and turn
on water supply
10. Start pressure washer and test.
Nozzles
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SERVICE INFORMATION
Retain Original Sales Receipt as Proof of Purchase for Warranty Repair Work.
SERVICE PARTS
Part No. Description
D20116 1/4” Nozzle
F037 Quick Connect
D20118 Wheel Assembly
Call our Toll Free Number 1-800-888-2468, Ext 2, then 1, to obtain the
location of the nearest Authorized Service Center for ordering repair parts
and for warranty repairs.
When ordering repair parts from your local Authorized Service Center,
always give the following information:
• Model number of your product
• Part number and description of the item you wish to purchase
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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).
Air compressors, *air tools, accessories, service parts, pressure washers, and generators used in commercial
applications (income producing) are covered by a 90 day warranty.
DeVilbiss Air Power Manufacturing will repair or replace, at DeVilbiss’ option, products or components which
have failed within the warranty period. Repair or replacement, and service calls on 60 and 80 gallon air
compressors, will be handled by Authorized Warranty Service Centers and will be scheduled and serviced
according to the normal work flow and business hours at the service center location, and depending on the
availability of replacement parts.
All decisions of DeVilbiss Air Power Company Manufacturing with regard to this policy shall be final.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
RESPONSIBILITY OF ORIGINAL PURCHASER (Initial User):
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Retain original cash register sales receipt as proof of purchase for warranty work.
o
Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in the Owners
Manual(s).
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Deliver or ship the product to the nearest DeVilbiss Air Power Manufacturing Authorized Warranty
Service Center. Freight costs, if any, must be paid by the purchaser.
o
Air compressors with 60 and 80 gallon tanks only will be inspected at the site of installation. Contact
the nearest Authorized Warranty Service Center, that provides on-site service calls, for service call
arrangement.
o
If the purchaser does not receive satisfactory results from the Authorized Warranty Service Center,
the purchaser should contact DeVilbiss Air Power Company Manufacturing.
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THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
Merchandise sold as reconditioned, floor models and/or display models. Any damaged or incomplete
equipment sold "as is".
o
Merchandise used as "rental" equipment.
o
Merchandise that has become inoperative because of ordinary wear, misuse, freeze damage, use
of improper chemicals, negligence, accident, improper and/or unauthorized repair or alterations
including failure to operate the product in accordance with the instructions provided in the Owners
Manual (s) supplied with the product.
*Air Tools: O-Rings and driver blades are considered ordinary wear parts, therefore, they are warranted
for a period of 45 days from the date of purchase.
o
An air compressor that pumps air more than 50% during a one hour period is considered misuse
because the air compressor is undersized for the required air demand. Maximum compressor pumping
time per hour is 30 minutes.
o
Merchandise sold by DeVilbiss Air Power Manufacturing which has been manufactured by and
identified as the product of another company. The product manufacturer's warranty will apply.
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Repair and transportation costs of merchandise determined not to be defective.
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Cost associated with assembly, required oil, adjustments or other installation and start-up cost.
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ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT MAY
RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
o
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations
may not apply to you.
213 Industrial Drive • Jackson, TN 38301-9615
Telephone: 1-800-888-2468 , Ext. 2
Form: SP-100-G - 9/29/99
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FAX: 1-800-888-9036
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