DeVillbiss Air Power Company A16617, XR2625 Risk Of Explosion Or Fire Continued, What Can Happen

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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