OPERATION
8.Choose spray tip you want to use and insert it into nozzle extension. See “How to Use Spray Tips”.
9.Engage safety latch to spray gun trigger (Figure 12).
Figure 12 — Spray Gun with Safety Latch Engaged
Safety Latch
10.Move throttle control lever to “High” position, shown on engine as a rabbit (Figure 13).
Figure 13 - Throttle Control Lever
11.When starting engine, position yourself as recommended in Figure 14 and start engine according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.
Figure 14 - 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.
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.
How To Stop Pressure Washer
1.Move throttle control lever to “Stop” position.
2.Turn engine off according to instructions given in engine operator’s manual.
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