RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE (CONTINUED)

 

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

 

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Operating the pressure washer in an

Operate and fuel equipment in

 

explosive environment could result

 

well-ventilated areas free from

 

in a fire.

 

obstructions. Equip areas with fire

 

 

 

extinguisher suitable for gasoline

 

 

 

fires.

 

 

 

 

Materials placed against or near the

Never operate pressure washer in an

 

pressure washer can interfere with

 

area containing dry brush or weeds.

 

its proper ventilation features caus-

 

 

 

ing overheating and possible

 

 

 

ignition of the materials.

 

 

 

 

 

Muffler exhaust heat can damage

• Always keep pressure washer a mini-

 

painted surfaces, melt any material

 

mum of 4' (1.2m) away from surfaces

 

sensitive to heat (such as siding,

 

(such as houses, automobiles or live

 

plastic, rubber, vinyl or the pressure

 

plants) that could be

 

hose, itself), and damage live plants.

 

damaged from muffler exhaust heat.

 

 

 

 

Improperly stored fuel could lead to

Store fuel in an OSHA-approved

 

accidental ignition. Fuel improperly

 

container, in a secure location away

 

secured could get into the hands

 

from work area.

 

of children or other unqualified

 

 

 

persons.

 

 

Use of acids, toxic or corrosive

Do not spray flammable liquids

 

chemicals, poisons, insecticides, or

 

 

 

any kind of flammable solvent with

 

 

 

this product could result in serious

 

 

 

injury or death.

 

 

RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)

 

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

 

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Breathing exhaust fumes will cause

Operate pressure washer in a well-

 

serious injury or death! Engine

 

ventilated area. Avoid enclosed

 

exhaust contains carbon monoxide,

 

areas such as garages, basements,

 

an odorless and deadly gas.

 

etc.

 

 

Never operate unit in a location

 

 

 

occupied by humans or animals.

 

 

 

 

Some cleaning fluids contain sub-

Use only cleaning fluids specifically

 

stances which could cause injury to

 

recommended for high-pressure

 

skin, eyes or lungs.

 

washers. Follow manufacturers

 

 

 

recommendations. Do not use

 

 

 

chlorine bleach or any other

 

 

 

corrosive compound.

 

 

 

 

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DeVillbiss Air Power Company A20118, XC2800 operation manual Operate and fuel equipment, Painted surfaces, melt any material