SAFETY GUIDELINES
Important Safety Instructions
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!WARNING this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
!WARNING
When using this product, basic precautions should ALWAYS be followed, including the following:
•Read all instructions before using the product.
•To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children.
•Follow all safety codes as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
•Ensure safety devices are operating properly before each use. DO NOT remove or modify any part of the gun or unit.
•Know how to stop this product and bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
•Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
•DO NOT operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•Keep operation area clear of all persons.
•DO NOT overreach or stand on
unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times.
•Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual.
Risk of injection or ! WARNING severe injury. Keep
clear of nozzle. DO NOT discharge streams at persons. This product is to be used only by trained operators. ALWAYS remove lance from gun before cleaning debris from tip.
•Keep clear of nozzle. NEVER direct high pressure spray at a person, animal, or yourself.
•ALWAYS wear safety glasses or goggles and protective equipment
(hearing protection, gloves, rubber boots, protective clothing) when operating or performing maintenance.
•NEVER put hand or fingers over the spray tip while operating the unit.
•NEVER try to stop or deflect leaks with any body part.
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•ALWAYS engage the trigger safety latch in the safe position when spraying is stopped even if only for a few moments.
•ALWAYS follow detergent manufacturer’s label recommendations for proper use of detergents. ALWAYS protect eyes, skin, and respiratory system from detergent use.
DO NOT use
! WARNING pressure that exceeds the operating pressure of any of the parts (hoses, fittings, etc.) in the pressurized system. Ensure all equipment and accessories are rated to withstand the maximum working pressure of the unit.
! WARNING Explosion hazard.
• NEVER spray flammable liquids or use pressure washer in areas containing combustible dust, liquids, or vapors.
• NEVER operate this machine in a closed building or in or near an explosive environment.
• DO NOT remove fuel tank cap or fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running (allow engine to cool two minutes before refueling). ALWAYS fill the tank slowly.
• NEVER disconnect the high pressure discharge
hose from the machine while the system is pressurized. To depressurize machine, turn power and water supply off, then press the gun trigger
• NEVER permanently engage the trigger mechanism on the gun.
• NEVER operate the machine without all components properly connected to the machine (handle, gun/wand assembly, nozzle, etc.).
Keep hose away from sharp objects. Bursting hoses may
cause injury. Examine hoses regularly and replace if damaged. DO NOT attempt to mend a damaged hose.
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•ALWAYS turn water supply “ON” before turning pressure washer “ON.” Running pump dry causes serious damage.
•DO NOT operate the pressure washer with the inlet water screen removed. Keep screen clear of debris and sediment.
•NEVER operate pressure washer with broken or missing parts. Check equipment regularly and repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
