DeVillbiss Air Power Company MGP-2225CWH owner manual Important Safety Instructions

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		WHAT CAN HAPPEN		HOW TO PREVENT IT
				•	Spilled gasoline and it’s vapors can become	•	Shut off engine and allow it to cool before
			DANGER
					ignited from cigarette sparks, electrical		adding fuel to the tank.
RISK OF EXPLOSION					arcing, exhaust gases, and hot engine	•	Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling fuel.
					components such as the muffler.
			OR FIRE				Move pressure washer away from fueling
				•	Heat will expand fuel in the tank which could		area before starting engine.
						•	Keep maximum fuel level ½” below top of
					result in spillage and possible fire explosion.
				•	Operating the pressure washer in an		tank to allow for expansion.
					explosive environment could result in a fire.	•	Operate and fuel equipment in well
							ventilated areas free from obstructions.
							Equip areas with fire extinguishers suitable
							for gasoline fires.
				•	Materials placed against or near the	•	Never operate pressure washer in an area
							containing dry brush or weeds.
					pressure washer can interfere with its proper
						•	Always keep pressure washer a minimum of
					ventilation features causing overheating and
					possible ignition of the materials.		four feet away from surfaces (such as
				•	Muffler exhaust heat can damage painted		houses, automobiles, or live plants) that
							could be damaged from muffler exhaust
					surfaces, melt any material sensitive to heat		heat.
					(such as siding, plastic, rubber, or vinyl), and
					damage live plants.	•	Store fuel in an OSHA approved container,
				•	Improperly stored fuel could lead to
					accidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured		in a secure location away from work area.
					could get into the hands of children or
					other unqualified persons.
				•	Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemicals,	•	Do not spray flammable liquids
					poisons, insecticides, or any kind of
					flammable solvent with this product could
					result in serious injury or death.
				•	Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious	•	Operate pressure washer in a well ventilated
			DANGER
							area. Avoid enclosed areas such as
					injury or death.
	RISK TO BREATHING						garages, basements ,etc.
						•	Never operate unit in a location occupied by
							humans or animals.
				•	Some cleaning fluids contain substances	•	Use only cleaning fluids specifically
					which could cause injury to skin, eyes, or		recommended for high pressure washers.
					lungs.		Follow manufacturers recommendations.
				•	Unsafe operation of your pressure washer	•	Become familiar with the operation and
					could lead to serious injury or death to you		controls of the pressure washer.
			WARNING
					or others.	•	Keep operating area clear of all persons,
	RISK OF UNSAFE
							pets, and obstacles.
		OPERATION				•	Do not operate the product when fatigued
							or under the influenceof 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.
				•	The spray gun/wand is a powerful cleaning	•	Keep children away from the pressure
					tool that could look like a toy to a child.		washer at all times.
				•	Reactive force of spray will cause gun/wand	•	Do not overreach or stand on an unstable
					to move, and could cause the operator to		support. Grip gun/wand firmly with both
					slip or fall, or misdirect the spray. Improper		hands. Expect the gun to kick when
					control of gun/wand can result in injuries to		triggered.
					self and others.

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