Simpson MEGASHOT V3100 - Manual (Page 11)

PRESSURE WASHER OPERATING FEATURES - SPRAY WAND
The powerful spray from your pressure washer is capable of causing damage to surfac-
es such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto striping and trim, and delicate objects such as fl owers
and shrubs. Before spraying, check the items to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong enough
to resist damage from the force of the spray.
2) Quick Connect Nozzle Wand. This model may include a variety of quick connect nozzles with
different spray patterns. This Wand is commonly found on pressure washers with a PSI rating above
2500 PSI. The chart below explains the differences in the various nozzles. Note that not all machines
are shipped with every nozzle - check Carton Contents section of this manual to see which nozzles, if
any, are included with your pressure washer.
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Nozzle Color Spray Pattern
0º
15º
25º
40º
Low Pressure
Red
Yellow
Green
White
Black
Uses Surfaces*
Extreme cleaning of
very hard surfaces cov-
ered in grease and oil. Steel, Undamaged Concrete.
Intense cleaning of un-
painted hard surfaces. Grills, driveways, concrete or brick walk-
ways, unpainted brick or stucco.
Standard cleaning
nozzle for most applica-
tions. Yard tools, sidewalks, lawn furniture, un-
painted siding, stucco, gutters and eaves,
concrete, brick surfaces.
Cleaning of painted or
delicate surfaces. Auto/RV, marine, wood, painted brick and
stucco, vinyl, painted siding.
Applies cleaning solu-
tions. Low pressure spray is safe on all surfaces.
Always verify compatibility of cleaning solu-
tion prior to use.
* The powerful 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
fl owers and shrubs. Before spraying, check the items to be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong
enough to resist damage from the force of the spray.
Changing Nozzle on the Spray Wand
Risk of fl uid injection. Do not direct discharge stream toward persons, unpro-
tected skin, eyes, or any pets or animals. Serious injury will occur.
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.
Flying objects could cause risk of serious injury. Ensure nozzle is completely inserted in
quick connect socket snap ring is fully engaged (forward) before squeezing gun trigger.