Champion Power Equipment 100782, Operator'S Manual

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100786 - 3500 PSI PRESSURE WAShER
IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
NEVER spray flammable 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.
– DO NOT remove fuel tank cap or fill fuel tank while engine
is hot or running (allow engine to cool two minutes before
refueling). Always fill the tank slowly.
– NEVER disconnect the high pressure discharge hose from
the machine while the system is pressurized.
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WARNING
Rapid retraction of the recoil cord will pull hand and arm
towards the engine faster than you can let go. Unintentional
startup can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or
laceration. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could
result.
When starting engine, pull the recoil cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
DO NOT start or stop the engine with electrical devices
plugged in and turned on.
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DANGER
Keep clear of nozzle.
DO NOT point the spray wand at a person, an animal or
yourself.
Always wear safety glasses or goggles and protective
equipment (hearing protection, gloves, rubber boots, protective
clothing) when operating or performing maintenance.
– 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.

WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
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NOTICE
Improper treatment or use of the pressure washer can damage
it, shorten its life and void your warranty.
Use the pressure washer only for intended uses.
Operate only on level surfaces.
DO NOT expose pressure washer to excessive moisture, dust,
or dirt.
DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling slots.
DO NOT use the pressure washer if:
– Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames
– Equipment vibrates excessively
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DANGER
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, squeeze trigger of spray gun to relieve any
trapped pressure.
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NOTICE
ONLY use cold water.
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NOTICE
Water under high pressure can damage fragile surfaces.
–
ALWAYS: practice on a inconspicuous test area to
understand when damage may occur.
– DO NOT: Point spray gun at glass.
–
NEVER: Point the spray nozzle at persons, animals,
electrical devices, plants or the machine itself.
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WARNING
Use of pressure washers can create wet walking surfaces.
While using a pressure washer, forces from the gun can cause
you to loose footing and fall.
–
Use only on a level surface.
– Make sure there is proper drainage to dissipate water.
– DO NOT: use on elevated surface where kickback could
result in a serious fall.
– ALWAYS grasp the gun with two hands to prevent potential
injury do to high pressure from gun.