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Read the operating instructions of the
engine manufacturer before start-up
and follow the safety instructions care-
fully.
WARNING
When using this product basic precautions
should always be followed, including the
following:
Read all the instructions before using
the product.
To reduce the risk of injury, close super-
vision is necessary when a product is
used near children.
Know how to stop the product and bleed
pressures quickly. Be thoroughly famil-
iar with the controls.
Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
Do not operate the product when fa-
tigued or under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
Keep operating area clear of all per-
sons.
Do not overreach or stand on unstable
support. Keep good footing and balance
at all times.
Wear safety goggles.
Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
WARNING
Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not Di-
rect Discharge Stream At Persons.
High pressure jets can be dangerous if
misused. The jet must not be directed at
persons, animals, electrical devices, or
the unit itself.
Do not spray electrical connections,
electrical outlets or fixtures.
WARNING
Risk Of Explosion – Do not spray flam-
mable liquids.
Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, or
any flammable material in this product.
These products can cause physical in-
juries to the operator and irreversible
damage to the machine.
WARNING
Gun Kicks Back – Hold with both hands.
The Trigger Gun Safety Lock prevents
the trigger from accidentally being en-
gaged. This safety feature DOES NOT
lock trigger in the ON position.
CAUTION
Risk of Asphyxiation – Use this product only
in a well ventilated area.
Operate and fuel machine in a well ven-
tilated area, free of devices featuring an
open pilot or flame such as boilers, wa-
ter heaters, etc.
CAUTION
Risk of Fire – Do not add fuel when the
product is operating
.
Do not operate if fuel has been spilled.
Instead, move the machine to a differ-
ent location and avoid creating sparks.
Do not remove the gas tank cap or add
fuel while the engine is running or hot.
Add fuel after the engine has cooled by
waiting 2 or more minutes after the en-
gine is stopped.
Do not smoke when adding fuel
Do not allow the high pressure hose to
come into contact with the muffler
guard.
Do not leave the machine running unat-
tended.
Avoid tipping the machine on its side.
Do not operate the machine with the
muffler or the air cleaner removed. Es-
pecially for the muffler, check the tight-
ness of mounting screw, damage and
leakage periodically, and if abnormality
is found, repair or replace it.
Occasionally inspect the fuel system
componets to check for cracks and
leaks. Replace components when nec-
essary.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS