97-6230 • HOTSY 555SS • Rev. 12/06
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PRESSURE
W
ASHER
OPERA
TOR’S MANU
AL
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
owner/user responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer. Warning information
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions and warnings shall be read to and discussed
with the operator in the operator’s native language by
the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator
comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
The operator must know how to stop the machine
quickly and understand the operation of all controls.
Never permit anyone to operate the engine without
proper instructions.
this manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it
if machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
this machine is to be used only by trained
operators.
important safety
information
read operator’s
manual thoroughly
prior to use.
caution
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual
thoroughly. Failure to fol-
low instructions could cause
malfunction of the machine
and result in death, serious
bodily injury and/or property
damage.
2. All installations must comply with local codes.
Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company
or the selling distributor for specific details.
risk of
asphyxiation.
use only in a Well
ventilated area.
Warning
WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation
— Use this product only in a
well ventilated area.
3. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poi-
sonous carbon monoxide gas;
exposure may cause loss of
consciousness and may
lead to death. It also contains detergents known,
in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
risk of fire.
do not add fuel
When operating
machine.
Warning
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can
ignite causing property damage
or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of fire — Do
not add fuel when the product
is operating.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
— Do not spray flammable
liquids.
4. Do not place machine near flammable objects as
the engine is hot.
5. Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes before refuel-
ing. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is
dry before testing the spark plug or starting the
engine. (Fire and/or explosion may occur if this is
not done.)
When refueling gasoline engines on mobile or por-
table equipment, make sure to refuel:
a. outdoors;
b. with the engine on the equipment stopped;
c. with no source of ignition within 10 feet of the
dispensing point; and
d. with an allowance made for expansion of the
fuel should the equipment be exposed to a
higher ambient temperature.
In an overfilling situation, additional precautions are
necessary to ensure that the situation is handled
in a safe manner.
risk of injection
or severe injury
Warning
WARNING: High pressure devel-
oped by these machines will
cause personal injury or equip-
ment damage. Keep clear of
nozzle. Use caution when oper-
ating. Do not direct discharge
stream at people, or severe in-
jury or death will result.
protective eye Wear
and clothing
must be Worn.
Warning
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne
and fly at high speeds. To avoid
personal injury, eye and foot
safety devices must be worn.
6. Eye, hand and foot protection
must be worn when using this
equipment.
introduction & important safety information
