Operator Safety
Equipment Description
Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your pressure washer. Know its applications, its limitations, and any hazards involved.
This pressure washer operates at a maximum of 1800 PSI and a flow rate of up to 1.6 gallons per minute (6.05 liters per minute).
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this manual is accurate and current. However, we reserve the right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection
This product must be properly grounded. This electric pressure washer is equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). The device will disconnect both power conductors to the load circuit in the event of an interruption in either or both supply circuit power conductors. If a malfunction or breakdown occurs, the GFCI provides protection.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Read the instructions on the plug for use or see Before Starting Pressure Washer.
WARNING
Risk of electrocution.
•Keep all electrical connections dry and off the ground.
•NEVER touch plug with wet hands.
•NEVER cut or remove grounding blade (round longer pin) on GFCI attachment plug.
Automatic Shut-Off
The pressure washer is equipped with a sensor that will detect that high pressure water flow has stopped when releasing or locking the spray gun trigger. The sensor will cause the motor to shut off for as long as the spray gun trigger is released or locked.
If the motor continues to run when the spray gun trigger is released or locked, DO NOT USE THE MACHINE. Call the pressure washer helpline at (800)
IMPORTANT: The pressure washer is equipped with a main power ON/OFF switch. The switch should always be moved to the OFF position when the pressure washer is not being used to prevent possible damage.
Motor Overload
The electric motor in this pressure washer is equipped with an overload protection device. This device will automatically shut off the motor if the motor overheats or draws excessive current. After a period of time, the device will reset and the pressure washer can resume normal operation.
Extension Cords
We Do Not recommend the use of extension cords with this device. If it is necessary to use one, however, then you must use only extension cords that are approved for outside use. These extension cords are identified by a marking
“ACCEPTABLE FOR USE WITH OUTDOOR APPLIANCES”. Extension cords are not recommended unless they are plugged into a
Cable Length: | Wire Gauge: |
Up to 25 feet (8m) | 14 AWG |
50 feet (15m) | 12 AWG |
Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the GFCI from the extension cord.
Safety Rules
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
The safety alert symbol (
) is used with a signal word (DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING), a pictorial and/or a safety message to alert you to hazards. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE, indicates a situation that could result in equipment damage. Follow safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
ABC
DE
F | G |
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A - Electric Shock | E - Slippery Surface |
B - Explosion | F - Flying Objects |
C - Fall | G - Read Manual |
D - Fluid Injection |
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