DeWalt A16505, DP2800 instruction manual What can happen How to prevent it

DANGER: Risk of explosion or fire

What can happen How to prevent it

• Muffler exhaust heat can

damage painted surfaces,

melt any material sensitive

to heat (such as siding,

plastic, rubber, vinyl or the

pressure hose, itself), and

• Always keep pressure washer

a min­mum of 4' (1.2 m) away

from surfaces (such as

houses, automobiles or

live plants) that could be

damaged from muffler

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•Spilled gas­line and it’s vapors can become ignited from cigarette sparks, electrical arcing, exhaust gases and hot engine components such as

the muffler.

•Shut off engine and allow it to cool before adding fuel to the tank.

•Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling fuel. Move pres- sure washer away

from fueling area before starting engine.

	damage live plants.
•	Improperly stored fuel could
	lead to accidental ignition.
	Fuel improperly secured
	could get into the hands of
	children or other unqual­fied
	persons.
•	Use of acids, toxic or

	exhaust heat.
•	Store fuel in an OSHA-
	approved container, in a
	secure location away from
	work area.
•	Do not spray flammable

•	Heat will expand fuel in the
	tank which could result in
	spillage and possible fire
	explosion.
•	Operating the pressure
	washer in an explosive
	environment could
	result in a fire.

•	Keep maximum fuel level
	1/2" (12.7 mm) below
	bottom of filler neck
	to allow for expansion.
•	Operate and fuel equipment
	in well-ventilated areas free
	from obstructions. Equip
	areas with fire extinguisher

corrosive chemicals,

poisons, insecticides, or any

kind of flammable solvent

with this product could result

in serious injury or death.

liquids.

• Materials placed against or

suitable for gas­line fires.

• Never operate pressure

DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (Asphyxiation)

What can happen How to prevent it

near the pressure washer

can interfere with its proper

ventilation features causing

overheating and possible

ignition of the materials.

washer in an area containing

dry brush or weeds.

•Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious injury or death! Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

•Operate pressure washer in a well-ventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas such as garages, basements, etc.

•Never operate unit in a location occupied by humans or animals.