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(Original instructions)
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. |
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1. | Make sure the work area is always kept neat and | |||
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2. | Failure to observe this may result in accidents. | into | ||
Take | the surrounding | environment | ||
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| Make sure the work area is brightly lit. |
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3. | Do not use the washer near flammable liquid or gas. |
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Beware of electric shocks. |
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| Do not touch anything that is earthed (grounded) when | |||
| using the High Pressure Washer. (For example, pipes, | |||
4. | heaters, microwave ovens, refrigerators, etc.) |
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Do not use the washer near children. |
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| People other than the person using the washer must not | |||
| be allowed to touch the washer or the cord. |
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| People other than the person using the washer must not | |||
5. | come near the work area. |
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Store the washer in a safe place when not in use. | ||||
| Store the washer in a dry, high location or protected with | |||
6. | a lock out of the reach of children. |
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Do not use the washer in inappropriate ways. |
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| Use the High Pressure Washer within the limits of its | |||
| capabilities to ensure safe and e | cient results. |
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Do not use the washer for any purpose other than that for which it was designed.
7. Wear safe clothing when using the washer.
Use safety boots, gloves, helmets with visors and earplugs in accordance with necessity.
8. Use protective goggles and
There is a chance that splashes and dust may enter the eyes and mouth when using the washer.
9. Do not handle the power cord roughly.
Do not carry the High Pressure Washer with only the power cord or pull the plug from the socket while holding the power cord.
Keep the power cord away from heat, oil and sharp corners.
10. Make sure the item being cleaned is firmly fixed in place.
There are cases in which the power of the water pressure will cause light objects to fly o
. Do not use the washer on light objects that cannot be fixed in place.
11. Maintain a proper stance when using the washer. Make sure your feet are always placed firmly on the ground to maintain balance.
12. Pay close attention to maintaining the High Pressure Washer.
Clean the washer regularly to ensure safe and e
cient use.
Refer to the instruction manual when replacing supplied parts.
Regularly check the power cord and ask your dealer for repairs in the event of it being damaged.
If using an extension cord, check it regularly and replace it in the event of it being damaged.
Make sure the grip is always kept dry and clean, and do not allow oil of grease to come into contact with it.
13. Switch o
and unplug the High Pressure Washer in the following situations:
When it is not in use and when it is being repaired.
When attaching or detaching supplied or purchased parts.
In other situations in which risks seem apparent.
14. Always remove equipment used for adjustment purposes.
Check to make sure that all equipment used for adjustment purposes has been removed before switching on the power.
15. Avoid accidentally switching on the power.
Make sure you do not accidentally switch on the power to the washer when it is plugged in.
Check to make sure that the washer is switched o
before plugging it into the power supply.
16. Use extension cords designed for outdoor use. When using extension cords outdoors, make sure they are
17. Pay attention at all times when using the washer. 
Pay attention to the methods of use stipulated in the
instruction manual and the surrounding environment when using the High Pressure Washer.
Do not use the washer when tired.
18. Only use specified accessories and attachments. Using accessories and attachments other than those specified in the instruction manual or in Hitachi catalogs may result in accidents or injuries and must be avoided at all costs.
19. High Pressure Washer repairs to be performed only by experts.
The High Pressure Washer conforms to all relevant safety regulations and must not be modified.
All repairs must be requested to Hitachi authorized service centers. Attempting to carry out repairs without the correct skills may result in accidents or injuries.
20. Check to make sure there are no damaged parts. 
Carry out thorough inspections before using the washer
to make sure that no parts are damaged, and check to ascertain that the washer is functioning properly.
Check that all moving parts or correctly positioned, have been tightened in place and are correctly attached, and then check all areas to confirm that there are no abnormalities that could a
ect operations.
Refer to the instruction manual when replacing or repairing damaged parts.
Request repairs to Hitachi authorized service centers if details on repairs are not specified in the instruction manual.
Request repairs to Hitachi authorized service centers if the switch is damaged.
Do not use the High Pressure Washer if the switch becomes inoperable or cannot be turned o
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21. Use a power supply that conforms to the voltage listed on the name plate.
Failure to observe this may result in the washer operating at higher speeds than normal, leading to overheating and the outbreak of smoke and fire, which may cause damage or injuries.
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