Sears 580.768050 manual

•The high pressure equipmentis designed to be used with Sears authorized parts only. If you use this equipment with parts that do not comply with minimumspecifications,the user assumes all risks and liabilities.

•Some chemicalsor detergentsmay be harmful if inhaledor ingested,causing severe nausea, faintingor poisoning.The harmfulelements may cause propertydamage or severe injury.

•Do not allowCHILDREN to operate the cleaning system at any time.

Operate engine only at govemed speed. Running the engine at excessivespeeds increases the hazard of personalinjury. Do not tamper with parts which may increase or decrease the governed speed.

•Do not wear looseclothing,jewelry or anything that may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

•Before startingthe cleaning system in cold weather, check all parts of the equipment and be sure ice has not formed there.

•Units with broken or missing parts, or without protectivehousingor covers should NEVER be operated.

•The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in good conditionbefore operatingthe cleaning system. These componentsact as spark arrestors if the engine backfires.

•Check the fuel system for leaks or signs of detedorationsuch as chafed or spongy hose, loose or missingclamps or damaged tank or cap. Correct all defects before operating the cleaning system.

•Do not spray flammable liquids.

•Never allow any part of the body to come in contact with the fluid stream. DO NOT come in

contactwith a fluid stream created by a leak in the high pressure hose.

•High pressure streams of fluid this equipment producescan pierce skin and its underlying tissues, leadingto sedous injuryand possible amputation.

•Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants.

•High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other particlesto become airbome and fly at high speeds.

•Always wear eye protectionwhen you use this equipment or when you are in the vicinitywhere the equipmentis in use.

•Operate the pressure at no more than the PSI fluid pressure rated for your cleaning system.

Never move the machineby pullingon the high pressure hose. Use the handle providedon the top of the unit.

Always be certainthe spray gun, nozzles and accessories are correctlyattached.

Never use a spray gun which does not have a trigger lock or triggerguard in place and in working order.

Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance that vapors may be inhaled. Read all instructionswith the mask so you are certainthe mask will providethe necessary protectionagainst inhaling harmful vapors.

High pressure spray may damage fragile items includingglass. Do not point spray gun at glass when in the jet spray mode.

Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun while the system is pressurized. Disconnectingthe hose while the unit is pressurized is dangerous.

Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand before you start the unit. Failureto do so could resultin an

injuryfrom a whippingspray gun. Do not leave the spray gun unattendedwhile the machine is , running.

The cleaning area shouldhave adequate slopes and drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces.

Keep water spray away from electricwiringor fatal electdc shock_mayresult.

Do not secure triggergun in the pull-back(open) position.

Do not by-pass any safety device on this machine.

The mufflerand engine heat up duringoperation and remain hot immediatelyafter shuttingit doWn. Avoid contact with a hot muffleror engine or you could be severely bumed.

Operate and store this unit on a stable surface.

Always store cleaning system with the

Dial--a--CleanerTMknob in the OFF position.

High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking, abuse, etc. Water sprayingfrom a leak is capable of injectingmatenal intoskin. Inspect hose each time before using it. Check all hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasionsor bulgingof cover, or damage or movementof couplings.If any of these conditions exist, replace hose immediately.Never repair high pressure hose. Replace it with another hose that meats minimumpressure rating of your cleaning system.

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