ble support. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
10. Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
Risk of injection
or severe injury.
Keep clear of nozzle. Do not discharge
streams at persons. This product is to
be used only by trained operators.
Always remove lance from gun before
cleaning debris from tip.
•
Keep clear of nozzle. NEVER direct
high pressure spray at a person, ani-
mal, or yourself.
•
Always wear safety glasses or gog-
gles and protective equipment
(hearing protection, gloves, rubber
boots, protective clothing) when
operating or performing mainte-
nance.
•
Never put hand or fingers over the
spray tip while operating the unit.
•
Never try to stop or deflect leaks
with any body part.
•
Always engage the trigger safety
latch in the safe position when
spraying is stopped even if only for
a few moments.
•
Always follow detergent manufac-
turer’s label recommendations for
proper use of detergents. Always
protect eyes, skin, and respiratory
system from detergent use.
Do not use pres-
sure that exceeds
the operating pressure of any of the
parts (hoses, fittings, etc.) in the pres-
surized system. Ensure all equipment
and accessories are rated to withstand
the maximum working pressure of the
unit.
Explosion
hazard.
•
NEVER spray flammable liquids or
use pressure washer in areas con-
taining combustible dust, liquids, or
vapors.
•
NEVER operate this machine in a
closed building or in or near an
explosive environment.
•
Do not remove fuel tank cap or fill
fuel tank while engine is hot or run-
ning (allow engine to cool two min-
utes before refueling). Always fill
the tank slowly.
•
Never disconnect the high pressure
discharge hose from the machine
while the system is pressurized. To
depressurize machine, turn power
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and water supply off, then press
the gun trigger 2-3 times.
•
Never permanently engage the trig-
ger mechanism on the gun.
•
Never operate the machine without
all components properly connected
to the machine (handle, gun/wand
assembly, nozzle, etc.).
Equipment
damage.
•
ALWAYS turn water supply “ON”
before turning pressure washer
“ON.” Running pump dry causes
serious damage.
•
Do not operate the pressure washer
with the inlet water screen
removed. Keep screen clear of
debris and sediment.
•
NEVER operate pressure washer
with broken or missing parts. Check
equipment regularly and repair or
replace worn or damaged parts
immediately.
•
Use only the nozzle supplied with
this machine.
•
Never leave the wand unattended
while the machine is running.
•
Never tamper with the engine gov-
ernor or attempt to alter factory
settings. Altering factory settings
could damage the unit and will
void the warranty.
•
Always hold gun and wand firmly
when starting and operating the
machine.
•
NEVER allow the unit to run with
the trigger released (off) for more
than one minute. Resulting heat
buildup will damage the pump.
•
NEVER store the pressure washer
outdoors or where it could freeze.
Freezing temperatures can seriously
damage the pump.
•
Release the trigger when changing
from high to low pressure modes.
Failure to do so could result in dam-
age to the nozzle.
Keep hose away
from sharp objects.
Bursting hoses may cause injury.
Examine hoses regularly and replace if
damaged. Do not attempt to mend a
damaged hose.
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Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that
is very important to know and under-
stand. This information is provided for
SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT
PROBLEMS. To help recognize this infor-
mation, observe the following symbols.
Danger indicates an
imminently haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a
potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a
potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates
important informa-
tion, that if not followed, may cause dam-
age to equipment.
NOTE
: Information that requires special
attention.
Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using this product, basic precau-
tions should always be followed, includ-
ing the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the
product.
2. To reduce the risk of injury, close
supervision is necessary when the
product is used near children.
3. Follow all safety codes as well as the
Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
4. Ensure safety devices are operating
properly before each use. DO NOT
remove or modify any part of the
gun or unit.
5. Know how to stop this product and
bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
6. Stay alert – watch what you are
doing.
7. Do not operate the product when
fatigued or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
8. Keep operation area clear of all per-
sons.
9. Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
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