HAZARD
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to serious injury or death to you or others.
•If proper starting procedure is not followed, engine can kickback causing serious hand and arm injury.
•The spray gun/wand is a powerful clean- ing tool that could look like a toy to a child.
•Reactive force of spray will cause gun/wand to move, and could cause the operator to slip or fall, or misdirect the spray. Improper control of gun/wand can result in injuries to self and others.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
•Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive compound.
•Become familiar with the operation and con- trols of the pressure washer.
•Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles.
•Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Stay alert at all times.
•Never defeat the safety features of this product.
•Do not operate machine with missing, broken, or unauthorized parts.
•Never leave wand unattended while unit is running.
•If engine does not start after two pulls, squeeze trigger of gun to relieve pump pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
•Keep children away from the pressure washer at all times.
•Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support. Grip gun/wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to kick when trig- gered.
HAZARD
RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
WHAT CAN HAPPEN | HOW TO PREVENT IT |
•High velocity fluid spray can cause objects to break, propelling particles at high speed.
•Light or unsecured objects can become hazardous projectiles.
•Always wear ANSI approved Z87 safety glasses.Wear protective clothing to protect against accidental spraying.
•Never point wand at, or spray people or animals.
•Always secure trigger lock when wand is not in service to prevent accidental operation.
•Never permanently secure trigger in pull back (open) position.
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