Safety and Warning Information
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is very important to know and under- stand. This information is provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help recognize this infor- mation, observe the following symbols.
Danger indicates an imminently haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a
! CAUTION potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates
NOTICE important informa- tion, that if not followed, may cause damage to equipment.
NOTE: Information that requires special attention.
Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
!WARNING
When using this product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1.Read all instructions before using the product.
2.To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children.
ble support. Keep good footing and balance at all times.
10.Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual.
Risk of injection ! WARNING or severe injury.
Keep clear of nozzle. Do not discharge streams at persons. This product is to be used only by trained operators.
Always remove lance from gun before cleaning debris from tip.
•Keep clear of nozzle. NEVER direct high pressure spray at a person, ani- mal, or yourself.
•Always wear safety glasses or gog- gles and protective equipment (hearing protection, gloves, rubber boots, protective clothing) when operating or performing mainte- nance.
•Never put hand or fingers over the spray tip while operating the unit.
•Never try to stop or deflect leaks with any body part.
•Always engage the trigger safety latch in the safe position when spraying is stopped even if only for a few moments.
•Always follow detergent manufac- turer’s label recommendations for proper use of detergents. Always protect eyes, skin, and respiratory system from detergent use.
Do not use pres- ! WARNING sure that exceeds
the operating pressure of any of the parts (hoses, fittings, etc.) in the pressurized system. Ensure all equipment and accessories are rated to withstand the maximum working pressure of the unit.
and water supply off, then press the gun trigger
•Never permanently engage the trig- ger mechanism on the gun.
•Never operate the machine without all components properly connected to the machine (handle, gun/wand assembly, nozzle, etc.).
Equipment
NOTICE damage.
• ALWAYS turn water supply “ON” |
before turning pressure washer |
“ON.” Running pump dry causes |
serious damage. |
• Do not operate the pressure washer |
with the inlet water screen |
removed. Keep screen clear of |
debris and sediment. |
• NEVER operate pressure washer |
with broken or missing parts. Check |
equipment regularly and repair or |
replace worn or damaged parts |
immediately. |
• Use only the nozzle supplied with |
this machine. |
• Never leave the wand unattended |
while the machine is running. |
• Never tamper with the engine gov- |
ernor or attempt to alter factory |
settings. Altering factory settings |
could damage the unit and will |
void the warranty. |
• Always hold gun and wand firmly |
when starting and operating the |
machine. |
• NEVER allow the unit to run with |
3.Follow all safety codes as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
4.Ensure safety devices are operating properly before each use. DO NOT remove or modify any part of the gun or unit.
5.Know how to stop this product and bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
6.Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
7.Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
8.Keep operation area clear of all per- sons.
9.Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
!WARNING Explosionhazard.
•NEVER spray flammable liquids or use pressure washer in areas con- taining combustible dust, liquids, or vapors.
•NEVER operate this machine in a closed building or in or near an explosive environment.
•Do not remove fuel tank cap or fill fuel tank while engine is hot or run- ning (allow engine to cool two min- utes before refueling). Always fill the tank slowly.
•Never disconnect the high pressure discharge hose from the machine while the system is pressurized. To depressurize machine, turn power
the trigger released (off) for more |
than one minute. Resulting heat |
buildup will damage the pump. |
• NEVER store the pressure washer |
outdoors or where it could freeze. |
Freezing temperatures can seriously |
damage the pump. |
• Release the trigger when changing |
from high to low pressure modes. |
Failure to do so could result in dam- |
age to the nozzle. |
Keep hose away
! CAUTION from sharp objects. Bursting hoses may cause injury. Examine hoses regularly and replace if damaged. Do not attempt to mend a damaged hose.
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