SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols
below. Please readthe manual and pay attention to these sections. SAVETHESE DEFINITIONS/INSTRUCTIONS.
,& WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
_, CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, _ | result in minor or moderate |
_, DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using.
HAZARD
RISK OF EXPLOSION
OR FIRE
RISK TO BREATHING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Spilled gasoline and its vapors can become ignited from cigarette sparks, electrical arcing, exhaust
gases, and hot engine components such as the muffler.
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.
Materials placed against or near the pressure washer can interfere with its proper ventilation features causing overheating and possible ignition of the materials.
Improperly stored fuel could lead to accidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured could get into the hands of children or other unqualified persons.
Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious injury or death.
Some cleaning fluids contain sub- stances which could cause injury to
skin, eyes, or lungs.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
•Shut off engine and allow it to cool before adding fuel to the tank.
•Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling fuel. Move pressure washer away from fueling area before starting engine.
•Keep maximum fuel level 1/2"below top of tank to allow for expansion.
•Operate and fuel equipment in well ventilated areas free from obstruc-
tions. Equip areas with fire extinguishers suitable for gasoline fires.
•Never operate pressure washer in an area containing dry brush or weeds.
•Store fuel in container approved for gasoline, in a secure location away from work area.
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.
Use only cleaning fluids specifically recommended for high pressure washers. Follow manufacturers recommendations.
