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Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment, LLC | 5
SAFETY
FUEL SAFETY
Fire and explosion hazard� Gasoline is highly explosive
and ammable and can cause severe burns or death.
• In case of a gas re, do not attempt to extinguish
the ame if the fuel tank valve is in the ON position.
Introducing an extinguisher to a pressure washer with
an open fuel valve could create an explosion hazard�
• Gas has a distinctive odor, this will help detect potential
leaks quickly�
• Gas vapors can cause a re if ignited.
• Gasoline is a skin irritant and needs to be cleaned up
immediately if it comes in contact with the skin�
• Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely ammable
and explosive under certain conditions�
• ALWAYS refuel the pressure washer outdoors, in a
well-ventilated area�
• NEVER remove the fuel cap with the engine running�
• NEVER refuel the pressure washer while the engine
is running� Always turn the engine off and allow the
pressure washer to cool for at least two minutes before
refueling�
• Only ll fuel tank with gasoline.
• Keep sparks, open ames or other form of ignition
(such as match, cigarette, static electric source) away
when refueling�
• NEVER overll the fuel tank. Leave room for fuel to
expand. Overlling the fuel tank can result in a sudden
overow of gasoline and result in spilled gasoline
coming in contact with HOT surfaces�
• Spilled fuel can ignite� If fuel is spilled on the pressure
washer, wipe up any spills immediately� Dispose of
rag properly� Allow area of spilled fuel to dry before
operating the pressure washer�
• Wear eye protection while refueling�
• NEVER use gasoline as a cleaning agent�
• Store any containers containing gasoline in a well-
ventilated area, away from any combustibles or source
of ignition�
• Check for fuel leaks after refueling�
• Never operate the engine if a fuel leak is discovered�
• Store fuel in a container approved for gasoline�
• Do not smoke when lling the pressure washer with
gasoline�
• Do not allow the gas tank to overow when lling.
• Shut down the engine and allow it to cool for two minutes
before adding gasoline or oil to the pressure washer�
• Wipe spilled fuel from the unit�
• Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel�
• Store any containers containing gasoline in a well-
ventilated area, away from any combustibles or source
of ignition�
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Do not operate when you are tired or under the inuence
of drugs, alcohol, or medication�
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields, and as necessary a full face shield as well as
full ear protection when operating this product�
• If you begin to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the
pressure washer, move to fresh air IMMEDIATELY� See
a doctor, as you can have carbon monoxide poisoning�
• Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors,
and vents as recommended by the US Department
of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention. Your specic home and/or wind
conditions may require additional distance�
• While operating and storing, keep at least ve feet of
clearance on all sides of pressure washer, including
overhead� Allow the pressure washer to cool a
minimum of 30 minutes before storage� Heat created by
the mufer and exhaust gases could be hot enough to
cause serious burns and/or ignite combustible objects�
• Do not touch the mufer or engine. They are very HOT
and will cause severe burns� Do not put body parts or
any ammable or combustible materials in the direct
path of the exhaust�
• Always remove any tools or other service equipment
used during maintenance away from the unit before
operating�
• Avoid skin contact with engine oil or gasoline� Wear
protective clothing and equipment� Wash all exposed
skin with soap and water�
Risk of injection or injury� High pressure jets can be
dangerous if subject to misuse� DO NOT direct discharge
stream at persons, animals, electrical devices, or the
machine itself� ALWAYS point spray gun in safe direction�
Every time you stop the engine, depress the spray gun
trigger to relieve pressure�
NEVER spray ammable liquids or use pressure washer
in areas containing combustible dust, liquids, or vapor�
NEVER operate this machine in a closed building or in
or near an explosive environment�
• The wheels are only intended for hand transport� The
wheels are not suitable for towing the pressure washer
either on or off-road
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