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• Never spray flammable liquids.
• Never use the power washer in areas that contain
combustible dust, liquids or vapors.
• Avoid contact of the pressure hose with sharp
objects and examine the hose regularly. Replace
if damaged. Due to the high pressure involved, it
cannot be repaired if cut of damaged.
• Only use detergent specifically formulated for
power washers and follow instructions on the
detergent’s label. Power washer detergents are
also available at your local hardware store.
• Protect eyes, lungs, and skin from exposure to
detergent. Dish or laundry soap is too thick and
will clog the nozzle of your detergent tank.
• IMPORTANT: Store the power washer indoors to
prevent the water in the unit from expanding
under freezing conditions. When the water
freezes and expands, your power washer will be
damaged and become inoperable. Or, if storing
outdoors, it is recommended you use Pump Saver.
• Never use hot water with your power washer.
It will overheat and damage the high pressure
pump.
• Never leave the power washer unattended while
it is powered “on”.
• Always turn the water supply “on ” before turning
the power washer power to “on”. Running the
pump dry will cause damage to the internal
components.
• Never use a water supply to your power washer
that exceeds 150 psi maximum.
• Never disconnect the high pressure hose
from the power washer while the system is
pressurized.
• Never permanently engage the trigger
mechanisms on the spray gun.
• Never operate the power washer unless
all components are properly and securely
connected.
• Never allow the power washer pump to run for
more than one minute, after you have turned off
the water supply. This can cause the motor and
pump to overheat and fail.
• Never use lances or other parts that have not
been supplied with your power washer.
• Never use an extension power cord since
it defeats the effectiveness of the GFCI and
increases the chance of electrocuting the
operator.
• Never spray any electrical outlet with your power
washer.
• Inspect the power cord before using. Do not use
it if it is damaged.
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Gfci
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection:
This pressure washer is provided with a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI) built into the plugs of the
power-supply cord. This device provides additional protection from the risk of electric shock. Should
replacement of the plug or cord become necessary, use only identical replacement parts that include GFCI
protection.
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. Grounding
means are not provided for a double insulated product, nor should grounding means be added to the
product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and
should only be done by qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to the original parts.
A double-insulated product is marked with the words “Double Insulated”. Product may also be marked with
a symbol.