John Deere 3800 manual

North American Edition Litho in USA P r essur e W asher 380 0 OMM156851 OPERA TOR’S MANUAL JOHN DEERE W ORLD WIDE COMMERCIAL & CONSUMER EQUIPMENT DIVISION W ARNING Failure to read and follow the Operator’s Manual and all operating instructions can result in death, bodily injury, and/or property damage. Save this manual for future reference.[...]

Introduction INTRODUCTION Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your pressure washer. Know its applications, its limitations and any hazards involved. Thank Y ou for Purchasing a John Deere Product We appreciate having you as a customer and wish you many years of safe and satisfied use of your machine. Using Y our Operator’ s Manual[...]

Product Identification Numbers: MODEL ( A ) REVISION: SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE MODEL: SERIAL NUMBER: RECORD IDENTIFICA TION NUMBERS Pressure Washer If you need to contact an Authorized Dealer for information on servicing, always provide the product model and identification numbers. You will need to locate the model, revision and serial number for the m[...]

Table Of Contents T ABLE OF CONTENTS Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels The machine safety label shown below is placed on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards. Safety - 1 SAFETY[...]

Safety - 2 SAFETY SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety Rules This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. The safety alert symbol ( ) is used with a signal word (DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING), a pictorial and / or a safety me[...]

Safety - 3 SAFETY W ARNING Risk of electrocution. Contact with power source can cause electric shock or burn. • NEVER spray near power source. W ARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL • Turn pressure washer OFF and let it cool at least 2 m[...]

Safety - 4 SAFETY W ARNING The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can cut through skin and its underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible amputation. Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected, which can cause injury. • DO NOT allow CHILDREN to operate pressur[...]

Your pressure washer requires some assembly and is ready for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. If you have any problems with the assembly of your pressure washer, please call the pressure washer helpline at (888) 228-3068 . If calling for assistance, please have the model, revision, and serial number from th[...]

Operating - 6 OPERA TING Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your pressure washer. Compare the illustration with your pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A - Nozzle Extension with Quick Connect — Allows you to switch betw[...]

Operating - 7 OPERA TING Daily Operating Checklist Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have performed all of the following. 1. Make sure handle is in place and secure. 2. Check that oil has been added to proper level in the engine crankcase. 3. Add proper fuel to fuel tank. 4. Check for properly tightened hose connections. 5. Check to make s[...]

Operating - 8 OPERA TING Pressure Washer Location Clearances and Air Movement Place pressure washer in a well ventilated area, which will allow for removal of deadly exhaust gas. Do not place pressure washer where exhaust gas could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building. Ensure exhaust gas ( A ) is kept away fr[...]

Operating - 9 OPERA TING IMPORTANT: Before starting the pressure washer, be sure you are wearing adequate safety goggles. 8. When starting engine, position yourself as recommended and start engine according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual. Also see operating instructions tag located on the pressure washer. How to Stop Y our Pres[...]

Operating - 10 OPERA TING IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected. How to Use Spray Tips The quick–connect on the nozzle extension allows you to switch between five different quick connect spray tips. Spray tips can be changed while pressure washer is running once spray gun trigger saf[...]

Operating - 11 OPERA TING 5. Make sure garden hose is connected to water inlet. Check that high pressure hose is connected to spray gun and pump. Turn on water. 6. Start engine following instructions How to Start Your Pressure Washer . 7. Apply detergent to a dry surface, starting at lower portion of area to be washed and work upward, using long, e[...]

Operating - 12 OPERA TING After Each Use Water should not remain in the unit for long periods of time. Sediments or minerals can deposit on pump parts and freeze pump action. Follow these procedures after every use: 1. Flush detergent siphoning tube by placing the filter into a pail of clean water while running pressure washer in low pressure mode.[...]

Replacement Parts and Specifications - 13 REPLACEMENT P AR TS AND SPECIFICA TIONS Service Literature If you would like a copy of the Parts Catalog or Technical Manual for this machine call (888) 228-3068 or contact your local dealer. Parts We recommend John Deere quality parts and lubricants, available at your John Deere dealer. Part numbers may ch[...]

Service Pressure Washer - 14 SERVICE PRESSURE W ASHER MAINTENANCE General Recommendations Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the pressure washer. See any qualified dealer for service. The pressure washer’s warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full v[...]

Service Pressure Washer - 15 SERVICE PRESSURE W ASHER Nozzle Maintenance A pulsing sensation felt while squeezing the spray gun trigger may be caused by excessive pump pressure. The principal cause of excessive pump pressure is a spray tip clogged or restricted with foreign materials, such as dirt, etc. To correct the problem, immediately clean the[...]

Troubleshooting - 16 TROUBLESHOOTING Using T roubleshooting Chart If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your authorized dealer for service. When you have checked all the possible cause listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your authorized dealer. T roubleshooting Chart Problem Cause Correction Pump[...]

Storage - 17 STORAGE Winter Storage To protect the unit from freezing temperatures: 1. Follow steps 1-5 in the previous section After Each Use . 2. Use pump saver, Model 6039, to treat pump. This minimizes freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals. 3. If pump saver is not available, connect a 3 ft. section of garden hose to water inlet adapter[...]

Warranty - 18 W ARRANTY JOHN DEERE® PRESSURE WASHER OWNER WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY John Deere® and the leaping deer logo are registered trademarks of Deere & Co. and are used under license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products. Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the[...]

John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service John Deere provides a process to handle your questions or problems, should they arise, to ensure that product quality continues with your John Deere dealer’s parts and service support. Follow the steps below to get answers to any questions you may have about your product. 1. Refer to your machine [...]

Service Record SERVICE RECORD Model No. 020297 (3800 PSI Pressure Washer) Manual No. 201982GS Revision A (02/15/2007)[...]