F.F. Group GHPW 220 PRO, Original Instructions Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Read and understand this owner’s manual before
operating this product. You can help prevent acci -
dents by being familiar with your product’s controls
and by observing safe operating procedures and
safety signs. Always use your common sense to avoid
all situations considered beyond your capability. Do
not use while you are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or any other medication. Keep by -
standers and animals that could be hurt, as well as
items that could be damaged away, while operating.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local laws may re -
strict the minimum age of the operator. Bear in mind
that the operator or user is responsible for accidents
or unexpected events oc curring to other people, ani -
mals or their property. Do not expose the product to
excessive moisture, dust, dirt or corrosive vapors. Do
not mount equipment or accessories on the machine
not foreseen or approved by the manufacturer. Nev -
er attempt to modify the product. Non-authorized
modifications or accessories can result in serious
personal injury or the death of the operator or oth -
ers. Consult your authorized dealer for disassembly
and service, not covered in this manual. If something
breaks or an accident occurs while working, turn off
the machine immediately and move it away to pre -
vent further damage. In case foreign body has en-
tered the machine, stop it immediately, inspect it
for any damage and make repairs before starting it
again.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Make sure that you use appropriate and certified pro -
tective equipment when operating the unit. Always
wear clothing which does not hamper movements,
protective gloves, goggles, half-mask respirator, ear
protection and anti-shear safety boots with non–slip
soles. Never wear scarves, necklaces or any hanging
or flapping ac cessory and clothing that could catch
in the ma chine. Tie up your hair if it is long.
POISON HAZARDS
Operate only outdoors and in well ventilated ar-
eas. When running, the engine exhausts poison ous
carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas. In -
haling carbon monoxide will cause nausea, fainting
or death. Do not operate the machine in a confined
space where dangerous carbon mon oxide fumes can
develop, or near open windows. Fuel and oil are ex -
tremely toxic. Do not inhale fuel evaporative gases
and always wear appropriate protective equipment
when handling them. Al ways store fuel and oil in ap -
proved containers and dispose responsibly.
FIRE AND BURN HAZARDS
Some parts of the machine get hot enough to ignite
flammable materials. Do not use in areas with high
risk of fire. Do not direct the silencer and therefore
the exhaust fumes towards flammable materials.
Some parts of the machine get hot enough to cause
burn damage. Pay attention not to touch them in
order to avoid getting burned. Let the machine cool
before storing it.
Gasoline and oil are flammable. Follow the instruc -
tions provided by each manufacturer before use. Po -
tential sources of fire or spark should be kept away at
all times. Do not smoke near the machine or any fuel
and oil. Refuel only outdoors, in a well-ventilated
area, with the engine shut off. Slowly open the fuel
tank to allow the pressure inside to decrease grad-
ually. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Make sure that
there is some distance between any spare gasoline
tank and the unit, to prevent unnecessary danger.
Make sure that any and all spilled fuel and oil has
been wiped off be fore starting the engine. If a fire
occurs, use an appropriate fire extinguish er especial -
ly designed for oil and gasoline fire.
CATEGORY SAFETY WARNINGS
SAFE OPERATION
All of the operational levers of the machine must
move from one position to the other easily and must
not need forcing. The electric cables and in particu -
lar the spark plug cable must be in perfect condition
to avoid the generation of any sparks and the spark
plug cap must be correctly fitted on the spark plug.
The handgrips and protection devices must be clean
and dry as well as securely fastened to the machine.
Always check for any objects that may block the air
intake screen before beginning to work. A clogged
air intake reduces the machine’s perfor mance and
increases the engine’s working tem perature, which
can result in engine failure.
Make sure that you stop the engine:
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When mounting or removing accessories.
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When moving between work areas or above
paved areas and ground obstacles.
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Whenever you leave the machine unattended.
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During refueling.
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During cleaning or maintenance.
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During transportation.
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Before storage.
WARNING
According to applicable regulations, the appliance
must never be used on the drinking water net with -
out a system separator. Ensure that the connection
of your building water installation on which the high
pressure cleaner is operated is equipped with a sys-
tem separator. Water that has flown through back -
flow preventers is considered to be non-potable.
NOISE AND VIBRATION HAZARDS
The noise and vibration levels shown in these instruc -
tions are the maximum levels for use of the machine.
Insufficient maintenance has a sig nificant impact on
vibration and noise emissions. Consequently, it is
necessary to take preventive steps to eliminate pos -
sible damage due to high levels of noise and stress
from vibration. Maintain the machine well, wear ear
protection devices, anti-vibration gloves and take
breaks while working. Operating the machine with a
stable speed and griping the handles firmly with suit -
able force can decrease the vibration level. During a
working day, you shall take frequent and adequate
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