important safety instructions
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, and the injury to persons, read and understand all instructions included in this manual. Be familiar with the controls and the proper us- age of the equipment.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Know your power tool. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the machine’s applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or explosion:
For units intended for use with only
For units intended for use with only
Paint or solvent flowing through the equipment is able to result in static electricity. Static electricity creates a risk of fire or explosion in the presence of paint or solvent fumes. All parts of the brush cleaner shall be properly grounded to protect against static discharge and sparks.
Verify that all containers and collection systems are grounded to prevent static discharge.
Do not use a paint or a solvent containing halogenated hydrocarbons. See operating instructions for examples of these types of material.
Keep area well ventilated. Keep a good supply of fresh air moving through the area. Keep brush cleaner in a well ventilated area.
Do not smoke in the cleaner area.
Do not operate light switches, engines, or similar spark producing products in the cleaner area.
Keep area clean and free of paint or solvent containers, rags, and other flammable materials.
Know the contents of the paints and solvents being sprayed. Read all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and container labels provided with the paints and solvents. Follow the paint and solvent manufacturer’s safety instructions.
Fire extinguisher equipment shall be present and working.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury:
Always wear appropriate gloves, eye protection, and a respirator or mask when painting.
Do not operate or spray near children. Keep children away from equipment at all times.
Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support. Keep effective footing and balance at all times.
Stay alert and watch what you are doing.
Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Place the product in the OFF position before removing the plug from the outlet.
Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. Always grasp the cord when unplugging, not the cord.
Do not operate any product with a damaged cord or plug, or after the product malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return product to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
Risk of fire or explosion: Do not use with flammable liquids (i.e., paint stripper, paint remover, brush cleaner, mineral spirits, lacquer thinner, turpentine, acetone, gasoline, kerosene, etc.). Use only water or manufacture recommended cleaning solvents (i.e., Klean Strip® White Formula Paint Thinner).
Never use hot,
For household use only.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual.
Risk of electric shock: do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
Do not contact moving parts.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing or cleaning.
Ground all tools. If tool is equipped with
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only correct electrical devices:
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Only use attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not put brush cleaner in water or other liquid. Do not place or store ap- pliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
Do not clean this appliance with a water spray or the like.
Keep the extension cord connections dry and off the ground.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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