DeVilbiss WA130 Owner's manual

WA130 High Pressure Chemical/Soap Wand
• Important Safety Instructions
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service Information
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IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDER-
STAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
HAZARD
• 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.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
DANGER
RISK TO BREATHING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• 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.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
RISK OF UNSAFE
OPERATION

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• 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
• 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.
WARNING
RISK OF CHEMICAL
BURN
RISK TO FLUID
INJECTION
WARNING
HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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2.00 1500-1800 1.3 mm Nozzle Blaze Orange
2.00 1900-2200 1.2 mm Nozzle Bright Yellow
2.25 2300-2500 1.2 mm Nozzle Bright Yellow
2.50 2200-2400 1.3 mm Nozzle Blaze Orange
2.75 2300-2600 1.3 mm Nozzle Blaze Orange
3.00 2000-2600 1.4 mm Nozzle Beige
3.00 2700-3000 1.3 mm Nozzle Blaze Orange
3.50 2500-3000 1.4 mm Nozzle Beige
4.00 3000-3500 1.4 mm Nozzle Beige
3. Press one end of the clear soap
hose (supplied) onto the barb fitting
on the high pressure soap wand.
4. Press the screen filter (found in
parts bag) onto the other end of the
soap hose and place it into the
container of pressure washer
approved cleaning fluid.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Choosing the Correct Nozzle
This accessory was designed to be used with more than one pressure washer. Refer
to the chart below to determine the correct nozzle for your unit. Select the combina-
tion of water pressure (psi) and water flow (gpm) that most closely resembles the
rating of your pressure washer.
PSI
ASSEMBLY
1. Place nozzle into the end of the high
pressure soap wand as shown.
Tighten with Allen wrench.
2. Replace the current lance on your
pressure washer with the high
pressure soap wand.
Nozzle
wand
NOZZLE TO USE
Barb Fitting
Approved
Cleaning
Fluid
or
GPM

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Adjusting Chemical Flow
1. Turn the knob on the high pressure
soap wand to adjust the soap flow.
Turn knob counterclockwise for
more soap (+) and clockwise for less
soap (-).
Adjusting Fan Spray
1. The nozzle at the end of the high
pressure soap wand can be rotated
to change the high pressure spray
pattern from a narrow jet (0°) to a
50Ofan shape, as shown.
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.
50° fan spray
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2. Depress the trigger on the gun to
begin spraying. Release trigger to
stop spraying.
DO NOT stop spraying wa-
ter for more than two min-
utes at a time. Pump oper-
ates in bypass mode when
spray gun trigger is not
pressed. If pump is left in
bypass mode for more than
two minutes internal com-
ponents of the pump can be
damaged.
3. Adjust the fan spray and soap flow.
See Adjusting Chemical Flow.
RISK OF INJECTION OR
INJURY TO PERSON. DO NOT
DIRECT DISCHARGE STREAM
TOWARD PERSONS.
WHEN USING THE HIGH
PRESSURE SETTING, DO NOT
ALLOW THE JET-LIKE SPRAY
TO COME IN CONTACT WITH
UNPROTECTED SKIN, EYES,
OR WITH ANY PETS OR ANI-
MALS. SERIOUS INJURY CAN
OCCUR.
3. After use of chemical, spray
clean water through soap hose.
Soap Knob
+ more soap
- less soap
narrow jet
stream (0°)

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6. Clean the nozzle using the nozzle
cleaner provided or a straightened
paper clip. Insert into the nozzle
end and work back and forth until
obstruction is removed.
7. Direct water supply into nozzle end
for 30 seconds to backflush
loosened particles .
8. Reassemble the nozzle to the
wand. Tighten securely to prevent
leaks.
9. Reassemble lance to gun.
MAINTENANCE
Nozzle Cleaning
If the nozzle becomes clogged with
foreign materials, such as dirt, exces-
sive 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 with your
pressure washer 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 gun.
5. Remove the nozzle from the end of
the wand with the 2mm allen
wrench.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Retain Original Sales Receipt as Proof of Purchase for Warranty Repair Work.
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
SERVICE INFORMATION
SERVICE PARTS
Part No. Description
N0120 Nozzle 1.2 Bright Yellow
N0130 Nozzle 1.3 Orange
N0140 Nozzle 1.4 Beige
NCT001 Cleaning Tool
D20667 2 mm Allen wrench
C013 Screen, Filter
D20044 Soap Hose

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❏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).
❏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.
❏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.
❏If the purchaser does not receive satisfactory results from the Authorized Warranty Service Center,
the purchaser should contact DeVilbiss Air Power Company Manufacturing.
❏Merchandise sold as reconditioned, floor models and/or display models. Any damaged or incom-
plete equipment sold "as is".
❏Merchandise used as "rental" equipment.
❏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.
❏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.
❏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.
❏Repair and transportation costs of merchandise determined not to be defective.
❏Cost associated with assembly, required oil, adjustments or other installation and start-up cost.
❏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.
❏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.
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 commer-
cial 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.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
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