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5Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS
DANGER! RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• High-velocity fluid spray can cause objects to break, projecting particles
at high speed.
• Always wear safety glasses. Wear protective clothing to protect against
accidental spraying.
• Never point wand at, or spray people or animals.
• Light or unsecured objects can become hazardous projectiles. • Always secure trigger lock when wand is not in service to prevent
accidental operation.
• Never permanently secure trigger in pull-back (open) position.
DANGER! RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to serious injury or
death to you or others.
• 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 compromise the safety features of this product.
• Do not operate machine with missing, broken or unauthorized parts.
• Never leave wand unattended while unit is running.
• Do not obstruct the burner exhaust. (If equipped)
• Do not tamper with the safety pressure relief valve.
• Do not tamper with the unloader valve.
• Do not modify the pressure washer.
• If proper starting procedure is not followed, engine can kickback causing
serious hand and arm injury.
• 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.
• The spray gun/wand is a powerful cleaning tool that could look like a toy
to a child.
• Keep children away from the pressure washer at all times.
• Reactive force of spray will cause gun/wand to kickback, 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.
• Do not stand on an unstable support or overreach.
• Do not use pressure washer while standing on a ladder.
• Grip gun/wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to kickback when
triggered.
DANGER! RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING OR STORING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could result in fire or breathing hazard.
Serious injury or death can result. Fuel or oil leaks will damage carpet,
paint or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
• Oil could fill the cylinder and damage the engine if the unit is not stored
or transported in an upright position.
• If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve
to the OFF position before transporting to avoid fuel leaks. If pressure
washer is not equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, drain the fuel from
tank before transporting.
• Only transport fuel in an OSHA-approved container.
• Always place pressure washer on a protective mat when transporting to
protect against damage to vehicle from leaks.
• Always transport and store unit in an upright position. Remove pressure
washer from vehicle immediately upon arrival at your destination.
DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Spray directed at electrical outlets or switches, or objects connected to an
electrical circuit, could result in a fatal electrical shock.
• Unplug any electrically operated product before attempting to clean it.
Direct spray away from electric outlets and switches.
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