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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (CONT.)
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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 infl uence of alcohol or
drugs. Stay alert at all times.
• Never defect the safety features of this product.
• Do not operate machine with missing, broken or unauthorized parts.
• Never leave wand unattached while unit is running.
• 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 overreach or stand on an unstable support.
• Do not use pressure washer while standing on a ladder.
• Grip gun/wand fi rmly with both hands. Expect the gun to kickback when trig-
gered.
D A N G E R
RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Fuel or oil leak or spill could result in fi re or breathing hazard. Serious injury
or death can result. Fuel or oil leaks will damage carpet, paint or other sur-
faces in vehicles or trailers.
• If pressure washer is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve to
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. Remove pressure washer from vehicle immediately upon
arrival at your destination.
RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING
OR STORING
D A N G E R
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Contact with hot surfaces, such as engines exhaust components, could
result in serious burn.
• 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.
W A R N I N G
RISK OF HOT SURFACES
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemical, poisons, insecticides, or any kind
of fl ammable solvent with this product could result in serious injury or death.
•Do not use acids, gasoline, kerosene, or any other fl ammable materials in this
product. Use only household detergents, cleaners and degreasers recommend-
ed for use in pressure washers.
• Wear protective clothing to protect eyes and skin from contact with spraying
materials.
W A R N I N G
RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN
