Section 4: Operation
8.Engage trigger lock on spray gun trigger (Figure 10).
Figure 10 — Spray Gun with Trigger Lock Engaged
Trigger Lock
9.When starting engine, position yourself as recommended in Figure 11 and start engine according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.Also see operating instructions tag located on the pressure washer.
Figure 11 - Recommended Starting Position
WARNING |
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.
•ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger, to release pressure and avoid kickback each time, before starting engine.
•When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
•After each starting attempt, where engine fails to run, always point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to release high pressure.
•Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high pressure spray to avoid injury when gun kicks back.
NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the “Fast” position when operating the pressure washer.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat.Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.
•DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.
•Allow equipment to cool before touching.
•Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of pressure washer including overhead.
•Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, and Public Property require equipment powered by an internal combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service standard
How to Stop Your Pressure Washer
1.Let engine idle for two minutes.
2.Turn engine off according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.
3.ALWAYS point gun in a safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger to release retained high water pressure.
IMPORTANT: Spray gun traps high water pressure, even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected.
WARNING
The high pressure stream of water that this equipment produces can pierce 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.
•Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun while system is pressurized.
•ALWAYS point gun in safe direction and squeeze spray gun trigger, to release high pressure, every time you stop engine. Engage trigger lock when not in use.
4.Engage trigger lock on spray gun when not in use.
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