HAZARD

RISK OF

UNSAFE

OPERATION

RISK OF

ELECTRICAL

SHOCK

RISK OF

HOT

SURFACES

RISK OF INJURY

FROM SPRAY

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 cleaning 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.

Spray directed at electrical outlets or switches, or objects connected to an electrical circuit, could result in a fatal electrical shock.

Contact with hot surfaces, such as engines exhaust components, could result in serious burn.

High velocity fluid spray can cause objects to break, propelling particles at high speed.

Light or unsecured objects can become hazardous projectiles.

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive compound.

Become familiar with the operation and controls 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 triggered.

Unplug any electrically operated product before attempting to clean it. Direct spray away from electric outlets and switches.

During operation, touch only the control surfaces of the pressure washer. Keep children away from the pressure washer at all times. They may not be able to recognize the hazards of this product.

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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