Black & Decker BDX2700 User manual

Part No. 7105805 Rev. 0 JUNE 2012
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the
symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER: Carbon Monoxide. Using an engine indoors can kill you in
minutes. Engine exhaust contains high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a
poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. You may be breathing CO even if you
do not smell engine exhaust.
• NEVER use an engine inside homes, garages, crawlspaces or other partly
enclosed areas. Deadly levels 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 CO alarm before using. If you feel sick,
dizzy or weak at anytime, move to fresh air immediately. See a doctor. You
could have carbon monoxide poisoning.
DANGER: Risk of injection or severe injury. Keep clear of nozzle. do not
direct discharge stream at persons or live animals. This product is to be used
only by trained operators.
WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction manual and
the engine instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions. If
you have any questions regarding the product, please contact our customer
service department at www.power-washer.us
WARNING: This product and its exhaust contain chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In
addition, some cleaning products and dust contain chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.

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WARNING: This product may not be equipped with a spark-arresting muffler. If
the product is not equipped and will be used around flam ma ble ma teri als or on land
covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass or other similar
items, then an ap proved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in
the state of California. It is a violation of California statutes section 130050 and/or
sections 4442 and 4443 of the California Public Re sourc es Code, unless the engine is
equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in section 4442, and maintained in ef fec tive
work ing order. Spark arresters are also required on some U.S. For est Service land
and may also be legally required under other statutes and or di nanc es.
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DANGER: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Spilled gas o line and it’s vapors
can be come ignited from
cigarette sparks, electrical
arcing, exhaust gas es and hot
engine components such as the
muffler.
• Shut off en gine and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank.
• Use care in fill ing tank to avoid
spill ing fuel. Move pressure wash-
er away from fueling area before
starting en gine.
• Heat will ex pand fuel 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-ven ti lat ed areas free from
ob structions. Equip areas with fire
extinguisher suit able for gas o line
fires.
• Materials placed against or near
the pressure washer can in ter fere
with its proper ventilation fea-
tures caus ing overheating and
possible ig ni tion of the materials.
• Never op er ate pressure wash er in an
area containing dry brush or weeds.
• Muffler exhaust heat can
damage paint ed sur fac es, melt
any material sen si tive to heat
(such as siding, plastic, rub ber,
vinyl or the pressure hose, itself),
and dam age live plants.
• Always keep pressure washer a
minimum of 4' (1.2 m) away from
surfac es (such as houses, au tomobiles
or live plants) that could be damaged
from muffler exhaust heat.
• Improperly stored fuel could
lead to acciden tal ignition. Fuel
im prop er ly secured could get
into the hands of children or oth-
er un qual i fied persons.
• Store fuel in an OSHA approved
contain er, in a se cure location away
from work area.
• Use of acids, toxic or cor ro sive
chemicals, poisons, 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 flammable liquids.

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DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Breathing ex haust fumes will
cause se ri ous injury or death!
En gine exhaust contains carbon
mon ox ide, an odorless and
deadly gas.
• Operate pressure washer in a well-
ventilated area. Avoid en closed
areas such as ga rages, base ments,
etc.
• Never op er ate unit in or near a lo ca-
tion occupied by humans or animals.
• Some clean ing fluids con tain
substanc es which could cause
injury to skin, eyes or lungs.
• Use only clean ing fluids spe cif i cally
rec om mend ed for high-pressure
washers. Fol low manufacturers
recommendations. Do not use
chlorine bleach or any other corrosive
compound.
DANGER: RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• 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!
• Inspect 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 penetrate skin.
• Never place hands in front of noz zle.
• Direct spray away from self and
others.
• Make sure hose and fit tings are
tightened and in good condition.
Never hold onto the hose or fittings
during op er a tion.
• Do not allow hose to contact muf fler.
• Never attach or remove wand or hose
fittings while sys tem is pressurized.
• When using replacement lances or
guns with this pressure washer, DO
NOT use a lance and/or lance/gun
combination that is shorter in length
than what was provided with this
pressure washer as measured from
the nozzle end of the lance to the
gun trigger.

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• Injuries can result if system
pressure is not reduced before
attempting maintenance or
disassembly.
• To relieve sys tem pres sure, shut off
engine, turn off water sup ply and pull
gun trigger until water stops flowing.
• Use only accessories rated equal
to or higher than the rating of the
pressure washer.
DANGER: RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• High-velocity fluid spray can
cause objects to break, propelling
particles at high speed.
• Always wear ANSI-approved Z87.1
safety glasses. Wear protective
clothing to protect against accidental
spraying.
• Never point wand at or spray people
or animals.
• Light or unsecured objects can
become hazardous projectiles. • Always secure trigger lockwhen wand is not in service to prevent
accidental operation.
• Never permanently secure trigger in
pull-back (open) position.
DANGER: RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Unsafe op er a tion of your
pressure wash er could lead to
se ri ous in ju ry or death to you or
others.
• Do not use chlorine bleach or any
other corrosive compound.
• Be come fa mil iar with the op er a tion
and con trols 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 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 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
clean ing tool that could look like a
toy to a child.
• Keep chil dren away from the
pressure washer at all times.

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• Reactive force of spray will
cause gun/wand to kickback,
and could cause the op er a tor to
slip or fall or misdirect the spray.
Im prop er control of gun/wand
can re sult in in ju ries to self and
others.
• Do not over reach or stand on an
unstable support.
• Do not use pressure washer while
standing on a ladder.
• Grip gun/wand firmly with both
hands. Expect the gun to kickback
when triggered.
DANGER: RISK OF INJURY OR PROP ER TY 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. Se ri ous in ju ry or death
can re sult. Fuel or oil leaks will
dam age carpet, paint or oth er
surfaces in ve hi cles or trailers.
• Oil could fill the cylinder and
damage the engine if the unit is
not stored or transported in an
upright position.
• If pressure washer is equipped with
a fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve to
the OFF position before transporting
to avoid fuel leaks. If pres sure wash-
er is not equipped with a fuel shut-off
valve, drain the fuel from tank before
trans port ing. Only trans port fuel in
an OSHA-approved container.
Al ways place pressure washer on a
protective mat when transporting to
protect against dam age to vehicle
from leaks.
Always transport and store unit in an
upright position. Re move pres sure
washer from vehicle immediately
upon arrival at your destination.
DANGER: RISK OF ELEC TRI CAL SHOCK
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Spray 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 property
damage.
• 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.
NOTE: Air tanks, compressors and
similar equipment used to inflate tires
can fill small tires similar to these very
rapidly. Adjust pressure regulator on
air supply to no more than the rating
of the tire pressure. Add air in small
increments and frequently use the tire
gauge to prevent over inflation.

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• High-velocity fluid spray directed
at pneumatic tire sidewalls (such
as found on automobiles, trailers
and the like) could damage the
sidewall resulting in serious
injury.
• On pressure washers rated above
1600 psi (11032kPa) use the widest
fan spray (40º nozzle) and keep
the spray a minimum of 8" (20 cm)
from the pneumatic tire sidewall. Do
not aim spray directly at the joint
between the tire and rim.
WARNING: RISK OF HOT SURFACES
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Con tact with hot sur fac es, such
as engines exhaust com po nents,
could result in se ri ous burn.
• During op er a tion, touch only the
control surfaces of the pres sure
washer. Keep children away from the
pres sure washer at all times. They
may not be able to recognize the
haz ards of this product.
WARNING: RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive
chemicals, poisons, 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: RISK OF INJURY FROM LIFTING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Serious injury can result from
attempting to lift too heavy an
object.
• The pressure washer is too heavy
to be lifted by one person. Obtain
assistance from others before lifting.
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QUICK SETUP GUIDE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the pressure washer instruction manual and
the engine instruction manual before operating pressure washer.
aInstall the Handle
Slide the handle
assembly onto
the frame and secure with
saddle bolts and knobs.
BAdd/Check Oil
The engine is
shipped without
oil. Before starting engine,
add the oil provided.
Check oil level prior to
each use. Refer to Engine
Owner’s Manual for
complete procedure.
cAdd Gasoline
In a well ventilated
outdoor area
add fresh, high quality,
unleaded 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 setting, DO NOT
allow the high-pressure spray to come in contact with unprotected skin, eyes or with
any pets or animals. Serious injury will occur.
1Connect Garden
Hose to Pump
Thread the garden
hose to the pump inlet.
See Label #1 on the front
or back of the unit.
2Connect High
Pressure Hose to
Pump
Thread the high pressure
hose to the pump outlet.
See Label #2 on the front
or back of the unit.
3Connect High
Pressure Hose to
Spray Gun
Thread the other end of
the high pressure hose
to the spray gun.

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4Connect Spray
Wand to Spray
Gun
Thread the spray wand into
the end of the spray gun.
5Connect QC
Nozzles to Spray
Wand
Pull quick connect
coupler back and insert
nozzle. Release quick
connect coupler and
twist nozzle to make sure
it is secure in coupler.
6Turn Water
Faucet
Completely On
Do not run the unit
without water supply
connected and turned on.
Use Cold Water Only.
7Release Air from
System
Release all air from
pump and high pressure
hose by depressing
trigger until a steady
stream of water is present.
Approximately 30 seconds.
8Verify the Fuel
Valve is turned to
the OPEN
Position
The Fuel Valve has been
preset by the factory to
be in the OPEN position.
See Label #8 on the
side of the engine.
OFF
ON
9Verify the Engine
Switch is turned
to the ON
Position
See Label #9 on the
side of the engine.
OFF
ON
10 Verify the Choke
Pin is Pulled Out
to the CLOSED
Position
The Choke Pin has been
preset by the factory to be
in the CLOSED Position.
See Label #10 on the
side of the engine.
11 Pull the Recoil
Starter Grip
Pull the
recoil starter grip to
start the engine.
See Label #11 on the
side of the engine.
12 Push the Choke
Pin to the OPEN
Position
Gradually move the Choke
Pin to the OPEN Position
after engine starts.
See Label #12 on the
side of the engine.
WARNING: This Guide is not a substitute for reading the instruction manual. User must
read and understand operator's manual before using this product.

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GET TO KNOW THE PRESSURE WASHER
NOTE: Photographs and line drawings used in this manual are for reference
only and do not represent a specific model.
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
G
C
B
E
13
D
H
A
K
L
IJ
BDX3100 shown
BASIC ELEMENTS OF A
PRESSURE WASHER (FIG. 13)
A. High Pressure Pump: Increases
the pressure of the water supply.
B. Engine: Drives the high pressure
pump. Refer to the Engine Owners
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 To Use Spray Wand
instructions in Operation section.
F. Detergent Siphon Hose (not
shown) (BDX2700 only): Feeds
cleaning agents into the pump to mix
with the water. See
How To Apply
Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents
instructions in
Operation section.
G. Handle
H. Frame
I. Pump Outlet

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J. Pump Inlet
K. Quick Connect Nozzles
L. On Board Detergent Tank
(BDX3100 only):
Feeds cleaning
agents into the pump to mix with
the water. See
How To Apply
Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents
instructions in
Operation section.
BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN
ENGINE
Refer to the Engine Owners Manual
for location and operation of engine
controls.
Choke Control: Opens and closes
carburetor choke valve.
Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip
operates recoil starter to crank engine.
Engine Switch: Enables and disables
ignition system.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
(FIG. 14–16)
1. Locate and remove all loose parts
from the carton.
2. Cut four corners of the carton from
top to bottom and lay the panels
flat.
3.
Slide the handle assembly (G)
onto the frame (H) and secure with
saddle bolts and knobs.
G
H
14
NOTICE: Risk of personal injury. Avoid
placing hands between handle and
frame when assembling to prevent
pinching.
4. Remove the colored quick-
connect nozzles (K) from the
plastic bag and insert them into
correct grommet on the nozzle
holder. Nozzles are color coded to
match colored nozzles on label (Q).
Q
14A K
5. Connect wand (E) to gun (D).
Tighten securely.
E
15
D
6. Attach high pressure hose (C) to
gun (D). Tighten se cure ly.
16
D
C
NOTE: The pump on this unit is
maintenance free and requires no oil.
If there is a problem with the pump,
contact our Customer Service Group on
www.power-washer.us as soon as
possible.
NOTICE: The engine is shipped without
oil. Before starting engine, add the oil
provided. Damage to the engine will
occur if the engine is run without oil,
this damage will not be covered under
warranty.

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OPERATION
PRESSURE WASHER
TERMINOLOGY
PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The
unit of measure for water pressure.
Also used for air pressure, hydraulic
pressure, etc.
GPM: Gallons per Minute. The unit of
measure for the flow rate of water.
CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied by
PSI equals CU.
Bypass Mode: Allows water to
re-circulate within the pump when the
gun trigger is not pulled. This feature
allows the operator to release the
trigger gun and reposition themselves
without having to turn the engine off in
between cleaning actions.
NOTICE: Allowing the unit to run for
more than two minutes without the
gun trigger being pulled could cause
overheating and damage to the pump.
Do not let the pressure washer run
for more than two minutes in Bypass
Mode. Turn off the engine and relieve
the pressure in the gun during these
extended situations.
Thermal Relief Valve 17
P
(P): When the
temperature inside the
pump rises too high,
this valve will open and
release a gush of water in an effort to
lower the temperature inside the pump.
The valve will then close.
Detergent Injection System: Mixes
cleaners or cleaning solvents with the
water to improve cleaning effectiveness.
Water Supply: All pressure washers
must have a source 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 achieve op ti mum pres sure
and cleaning. If you need to lower the
pres sure, it can be accomplished by
these meth ods.
1. Back away from the sur face to
be cleaned. The further away you
are, the less the pressure will be on
the surface to be cleaned.
2. Change to the 40˚ nozzle (white).
This nozzle delivers a less powerful
stream of water and a wider spray
pattern. Refer to How To Use
Spray Wand.
NOTICE: DO NOT attempt to increase
pump pressure. A higher pressure
setting than the factory set pressure
may damage pump.
HOW TO USE SPRAY WAND
The nozzles for the spray wand are
stored in the nozzle holder on the panel
assembly. Colors on the panel identify
nozzle location and spray pattern.
Refer to the following chart to choose
the correct nozzle for the job to be
performed.
CHANGING NOZZLES ON SPRAY
WAND
DANGER: Risk of fluid injection.
Do not direct discharge stream
toward persons, unprotected skin,
eyes or any pets or animals. Serious
injury will occur.
WARNING: Flying objects could
cause risk of serious injury. Do not
attempt to change nozzles while
pressure washer is running. Turn
engine off before changing nozzles.
1. Pull quick-connect coupler (E)
back and insert nozzle (K).

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2. Release quick-connect coupler
and twist nozzle to make sure it is
secure in coupler.
18
KE
WARNING: Flying object could
cause risk of serious injury. Ensure
nozzle is completely inserted in
quick-connect socket and quick-
connect snap ring is fully engaged
(forward) before squeezing gun
trigger.
Nozzle Color Spray Pattern Uses Surfaces*
Red
0˚ powerful pin-
point for very
intense cleaning
metal or concrete;
DO NOT use on wood
Yellow
15˚ intense cleaning
of unpainted
hard surfaces
grills, driveways, concrete
or brick walkways,
unpainted brick or stucco
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 verify
compatibility of cleaning
solution prior to use.
*NOTICE: The high pressure spray from your pressure washer is capable of
causing damage to surfaces such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto striping
and trim, and delicate objects such as flowers and shrubs. Before spraying,
check the item to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong enough to resist
damage from the force of the spray.
HOW TO APPLY CHEMICALS/
CLEANING SOLVENTS (FIG. 19)
Applying chemicals or cleaning solvents
is a low pressure operation. NOTE: Use
only soaps and chemicals designed
for pressure washer use. Do not use
bleach.
To Apply Chemicals (BDX2700)
1. Ensure detergent siphon hose (F,
Figure 19) is attached to barbed
fitting location near high pressure
hose connection of pump as
shown.
F
19
2. Place other end of detergent siphon
hose with filter on it into container
holding chemical/cleaning solution.
NOTE: For every 7 gallons of water
pumped 1 gallon of chemical/
cleaning solution will be used.

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3. Install low pressure (black) nozzle
into quick connect fitting of spray
wand, see How To Use Spray
Wand paragraph in this section.
4. After use of chemicals, place
detergent siphon hose into
container of clean water and draw
clean water through chemical
injection system to rinse system
thoroughly. If chemicals remain in
the pump it could be damaged.
Pumps damaged due to chemical
residue will not be covered under
warranty.
NOTE: Chemicals and soaps will not
siphon if the black soap nozzle is not
installed on the spray wand.
To Apply chemicals (BDX3100)
1. Press detergent siphon hose
(F, Figure19A) onto barbed fitting
located near high pressure hose
connection of pump as shown.
F
19A
2. Fill your detergent tank
(L, Figure 19B) with pre-mixed
cleaning solutions designed for
pressure washer use.
19B
L
R
F
19C
L
3. Place other end of detergent
siphon hose (F) with filter (R) on it
into detergent tank (L). Make sure
filter (R) is fully submerged into
cleaning solution.
NOTE: For every 7 gallons of water
pumped 1 gallon of chemical/
cleaning solution will be used.
4. Install low pressure (black) nozzle
into quick connect fitting of spray
wand, see How To Use Spray
Wand paragraph in this section.
5. After use of chemicals, refill your
detergent tank with clean water
and operate your chemical injection
system to rinse it thoroughly. If
chemicals remain in the pump
it could be damaged. Pumps
damaged due to chemicals will not
be covered under warranty.
NOTE: Chemicals and soaps will not
siphon if the black soap nozzle is not
installed on the spray wand.
STARTING (FIG. 20–23)
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of injury, read the pressure washer
instruction manual and the engine
instruction manual before starting
pressure washer.
DANGER: Risk of fluid injection
and laceration. When using the high-
pressure setting, DO NOT allow
the high-pressure spray to come in
contact with unprotected skin, eyes,
or with any pets or animals. Serious
injury will occur.
• 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!

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DANGER: Carbon Monoxide.
Using an engine indoors can kill you
in minutes. Engine exhaust contains
high levels of carbon monoxide (CO),
a poisonous gas you cannot see or
smell. You may be breathing CO even
if you do not smell engine exhaust.
• Breathing ex haust fumes will
cause se ri ous injury or death!
En gine exhaust contains carbon
mon ox ide, an odorless and
deadly gas.
• Operate pressure washer in a
well-ventilated area. Avoid
en closed areas such as ga rages,
base ments, etc.
• Never op er ate unit in or near a
lo ca tion occupied by humans or
animals.
WARNING: Risk of Fire,
Asphyxiation and Burn. Never fill fuel
tank when engine is running or hot.
Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
• Never fill fuel tank completely.
Fill tank to 1/2" (12.7mm) below
bottom of filler neck to provide
space for fuel expansion. Wipe
any fuel spillage from engine
and equipment before starting
engine.
• 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.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage.
Never pull water supply hose to move
pres sure 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.
• 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.
If you do not understand these
precautions, please contact our
customer service department at
www.power-washer.us
Prior to starting, refer to your engine
owners manual for proper starting
procedure.
1. In a well ventilated outdoor area
add fresh, high quality, unleaded
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 correct procedure.
2. Check engine oil level. See Engine
Owners Manual for correct
procedure.
3. Connect the water hose to the
water source. Turn the water
source on to remove all air from
the hose. When a steady stream
of water is present, turn the water
source off.
4. Verify the filter screen (M) is in
water inlet of pump. NOTE: Cone
side faces out.
M
20
5. Connect water source (N) to pump
inlet (J). NOTE: Water source must
provide a minimum of 5 gallons per
minute at 20 psi.
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N
J

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6. Connect high pressure hose (C) to
pump outlet (I).
C
I
22
WARNING: To reduce the
possibility of contamination always
protect against backflow when
connected to a potable water
system.
7. Choose the correct nozzle for the
job to be performed. See How To
Use spray Wand instructions in
this section. NOTE: If applying
a chemical or cleaning solution,
see How To Apply Chemicals/
Cleaning Solvents instructions in
this section.
8. Turn water source on.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage.
Failure to do so could cause damage
to the pump.
9. Remove all air from the pump and
high pressure hose by depressing
trigger until a steady stream of
water is present.
10. Start engine. See Engine Owners
Manual for correct procedure.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe
operation. 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.
11. Depress trigger on gun to start
water flow.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe
operation. Stand on a stable surface
and grip gun/spray wand firmly with
both hands. Expect the gun to kick
when triggered.
12. Release trigger to stop water flow.
WARNING: Risk of injury from
spray. Always engage the trigger lock
(O) when gun is not in use. Failure
to do so could cause accidental
spraying.
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SHUTTING DOWN
1. After each use, if you have applied
chemicals, place detergent siphon
hose into container of clean water
and draw clean water through
chemical injection system to rinse
system thoroughly.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage.
Failure to do so could cause damage
to the pump.
2. Turn engine off. See Engine
Owner’s Manual.
NOTICE: Risk of property damage.
NEVER turn the water off with the
engine running.
3. 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 pressure or moving parts that
can cause serious injury or death.

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WARNING: Risk of fire hazard.
Always disconnect, spark plug wire,
let the engine cool and release all
water pressure before performing
any maintenance or repair. 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. If the
pressure washer is used in unusual
conditions, such as high-temperatures
or dusty conditions, more fre quent
maintenance checks will be required.
ENGINE
Consult the Engine Owners Manual for
the man u fac tur er's recommendations
for any and all maintenance. NOTE:
The engine drain plug is located at the
rear of the unit.
PUMP
The pump was filled with oil at the
factory. The pump on this unit is
maintenance free and requires no oil
to be added or changed. If there is a
problem with the pump contact us at
www.power-washer.us
CONNECTIONS
Connections on pressure washer
hoses, gun and spray wand should be
cleaned regularly and lubricated with
light oil or lithium grease to prevent
leakage and damage to the o-rings.
NOZZLE CLEANING (FIG. 24)
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:
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 spray wand. Remove
any obstructions with the nozzle
cleaning tool provided and
backflush with clean water.
24 K
K
N
5. Direct water supply (N) into spray
wand to backflush loosened
particles for 30 seconds.
6. Reassemble the nozzle to the
wand.
7. Reconnect spray wand to gun and
turn on water supply.
8. Start pressure washer and place
spray wand into high pressure
setting to test.
CLEAN THE WATER INLET
FILTER (FIG. 20)
This screen filter should be checked
periodically and cleaned if necessary.
1. Remove filter by grasping end and
removing it from water inlet of
pump.
2. Clean filter by flushing it with water
on both sides.
3. Re-insert filter into water inlet of
pump. NOTE: Cone side faces out.
NOTE: Do not operate the pressure
washer without filter properly installed.
STORAGE
ENGINE
Consult the Engine Owners Manual
for manufacturer’s recommendations
for storage.

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PUMP
NOTICE: The manufacturer
recommends using a pump protector/
winterizer when storing the unit for
more than 30 days and/or when
freezing temperatures are expected.
FREEZE DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED
BY THE WARRANTY.
Pump protector/winterizer is usually
available at the store where the
pressure washer was purchased. If
a pump protector/winterizer is not
available, RV antifreeze needs to be
run through the pump.
NOTE: Using a pump protector/
winterizer or RV antifreeze provides
proper lubrication to the internal seals
of the pump regardless of temperature
or environment.
PRESSURE WASHER
1. Drain all water from high pressure
hose and wrap it onto hose wrap.
2. Drain all water from the spray gun
and wand by holding spray gun
in a vertical position with nozzle
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 nozzle
end of the wand to the gun trigger.
NOTICE: The use of any other
accessory not recommended for use
with this tool could be hazardous. Use
only accessories rated equal to or
greater than the rating of the pressure
washer.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model BDX2700 BDX3100
PSI Max* 2700 psi 3100 psi
GPM Max* 2.3 gpm 2.5 gpm
High Pressure Hose 25 ft. (7.6 m) 25 ft. (7.6 m)
Presure of Inlet Water 20–100 psi 20–100 psi
Inlet Water cold tap cold tap
Soap Consumption Rate 10% max 10% max
* Rated Pressure and Rated Water Flow is within manufacturing tolerance
of (+/- 10%)
In a continued commitment to improve quality, the manufacturer reserves the right
to make component changes, design changes, or specification changes when
necessary and without notice.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Do not return this product to your retailer. Please contact our customer service
department at www.power-washer.us
LIMITED WARRANTY
90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY ON PRODUCT COMPONENTS EXCLUDING PUMP
BLACK & DECKER® warrants to the original purchaser that the wheels, gun, hose, wand,
spray nozzle(s) and other components of the BLACK & DECKER® pressure washer covered
under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship for 90 days from
the date of purchase.

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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PUMP AND FRAME
BLACK & DECKER® warrants to the original purchaser that the pump of the BLACK
& DECKER® pressure washer covered under this warranty is free from manufacturer’s
defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. The one year
limited warranty applies to the pump only.
BLACK & DECKER® will repair or replace, at BLACK & DECKER®'s option, products
or components which have failed within the above warranty periods. Service will be
scheduled according to the normal work flow and business hours at the service center
location, and the availability of replacement parts. All decisions of BLACK & DECKER® with
regard to this limited warranty shall be final.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
ENGINE WARRANTY
The engine warranty is covered under the terms and conditions as outlined by the
engine manufacture’s warranty contained herein and is sole responsibility of the engine
manufacturer.
RESPONSIBILITY OF ORIGINAL PURCHASER (INITIAL USER):
• To process a warranty claim on your BLACK & DECKER® pressure washer, report
the concern to www.power-washer.us for authorization and direction to the nearest
authorized service centre in your area.
• Retain original cash register sales receipt as proof of purchase for warranty work.
• Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in
the Owners Manual(s).
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
• Merchandise sold as reconditioned, used as rental equipment, or floor or display
models.
• Merchandise that has become damaged or inoperative because of ordinary wear,
misuse, cold, heat, rain, excessive humidity, freeze damage, use of improper
chemicals, negligence, accident, failure to operate the product in accordance with
the instructions provided in the Owners Manual(s) supplied with the product, improper
maintenance, the use of accessories or attachments not recommended by BLACK &
DECKER® , or unauthorized repair or alterations.
• Repair and transportation costs of merchandise determined not to be defective.
• Costs associated with assembly, required oil, adjustments or other installation and
start-up costs.
• Expendable parts or accessories supplied with the product which are expected to
become inoperative or unusable after a reasonable period of use, including but not
limited to springs, nozzles, o-rings, washers, and similar accessories.
• Merchandise sold by BLACK & DECKER® which has been manufactured by and
identified as the product of another company, such as gasoline engines. The product
manufacturer’s warranty, if any, will apply.
• ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR
EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION
OF THE PRODUCT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. 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.
• IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
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.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
OPERATIONAL
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Engine will
not start (see
Engine Owners
Manual for
further engine
troubleshooting)
No fuel Add fresh fuel
Pressure builds up after
two pulls on the recoil
starter or after initial use
Squeeze gun trigger to relieve
pres sure
Choke lever in the "No
Choke" position Move choke to the "Choke" po si tion
Spark plug wire not attached. Attach spark plug wire.
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
least 5 gpm @ 20 psi
Leak at high pressure
hose fitting Repair leak. Apply sealant tape if necessary
Nozzle obstructed See Nozzle Cleaning
instructions in the
Maintenance section
Water filter screen clogged Remove and clean filter.
Air in hose Turn off the engine, then the
water source. Disconnect the
water source from the pump
inlet and turn the water source
on to remove all air from the
hose. When there is a steady
stream of water present, turn
water source off. Re- con nect
water source to pump inlet and
turn on wa ter source. Squeeze
trigger to re move re main ing air
Choke in the “Choke” position Move choke to the “No Choke”
po si tion
High pressure hose
is too long Use high pressure hose under 100 feet (30m)