Delta D1600e, D27665 Important Safety Instructions, Hazard, What Can Happen, How To Prevent It

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. Follow maintenance instructions specified in this manual.

	HAZARD		WHAT CAN HAPPEN	HOW TO PREVENT IT
			• Water spray directed at electrical	• Unplug any electrically operated
			outlets or switches, or objects con-	product before attempting to clean it.
	RISK OF
			nected to an electrical circuit, could	Direct spray away from electric outlets
ELECTRICAL
			result in a fatal electrical shock.	and switches.
	SHOCK
			• This product is powered by	• Always connect cordset to a
			electricity. It contains and sprays	properly grounded and polarized
			water and other conductive liquids.	electrical circuit. Your cordset is
			Improper operation could result in	equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit
			electrocution.	Interrupter (GFCI) for your personal
				protection.
			• The Ground Fault Circuit	• If damaged, the entire cordset
			Interrupter (GFCI) will not function	assembly must be replaced by an
			properly unless connected to a fully	authorized service center. Refer to
			grounded electrical circuit!	Grounding Instructions.
			• Extension cords can lead to electrical	• Do not use with extension cords.
			shock.
			Use of acids, unapproved chemicals,	Do not use acids, gasoline, kerosene,
	RISK OF		or flammable solvents with this	or any other flammable materials in this
			product could cause injury or death.	product. Use only household
EXPLOSION				detergents, cleaners, and degreasers
	OR	FIRE
				recommended for use in Pressure
				Washers. Work in a well ventilated area.
			Restricting any of the pressure	Never place objects against or on
			washer ventilation openings will	top of pressure washer. Operate
			cause serious overheating and could	pressure washer in an open area at
			cause fire.
				least 12 inches away from any wall
				or obstruction that would restrict the
				flow of fresh air to the ventilation
				openings.
			• Some cleaning fluids contain sub-	• Use only cleaning fluids specifically
			stances which could cause injury to	recommended for high pressure
	RISK TO
			skin, eyes, or lungs.	washers. Follow manufacturers
BREATHING
				recommendations. Do not use
				chlorine bleach or any other
				corrosive compound.
			• Your washer operates at fluid	• Never place hands in front of nozzle.
			pressures and velocities high enough	• Do not direct discharge stream at
RISK TO FLUID			to penetrate human and animal flesh,	persons or animals.
INJECTION			which could result in amputation or	• Make sure hose and fittings are
			other serious injury. Leaks caused by
				tightened and in good condition.
			loose fittings or worn or damaged
			hoses can result in injection injuries.	Never hold onto the hose or fittings
			DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION	during operation.
			AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a physician	• Do not operate pressure washer with
			immediately!
				worn or abraded hose.
				• Never attach or remove wand or hose
				fittings while system is pressurized.
			• Injuries can result if system pressure	• To relieve system pressure, place
			is not reduced before attempting	on/off switch in off position, turn off
			maintenance or disassembly.	water supply, and pull gun trigger
				until water stops flowing.
				• Use only hose and high pressure
				accessories rated for pressure higher
				than your pressure washer's p.s.i.

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