620-622 • 9.800-187.0 • Rev. 9/10
3
PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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 instructions
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 com-
prehends 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. Use only identical replacement
parts.
This machine is to be used only by trained
operators.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual thor-
oughly. Failure to follow instruc-
tions could cause malfunction of
the machine and result in death,
serious bodily injury and/or
property damage.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. All installations must comply with local codes. Con-
tact your electrician, plumber, utility company or the
selling distributor for specific details. If your machine
is rated 250 volts or less, single phase will be pro-
vided with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).
If rated more than 250 volts, or more than single
phase this product should only be connected to a
power supply receptacle protected by a GFCI.
DANGER: Improper connection of the equip-
ment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electrocution. Check with a qualified electrician or
service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the product - if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. Do not use any type of adaptor with
this product
WARNING
KEEP WATER
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
WARNING: Keep wand, hose, and
water spray away from electric
wiring or fatal electric shock may
result.
5. To protect the operator from
electrical shock, the machine
must be electrically grounded.
It is the responsibility of the
owner to connect this machine
to a UL grounded receptacle of proper voltage and
amperage ratings. Do not spray water on or near
electrical components. Do not touch machine with
wet hands or while standing in water. Always dis-
connect power before servicing.
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
OPERATE ONLY WHERE
OPEN FLAME OR TORCH
IS PERMITTED
WARNING
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ig-
nite, causing property damage
or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
— Operate only where open
flame or torch is permitted.
6. In oil burning models, use only kerosene, No. 1
home heating fuel, or diesel. If diesel is used, add
a soot remover to every tankful.
RISK OF FIRE.
DO NOT ADD FUEL
WHEN OPERATING
MACHINE.
WARNING
WARNING: Risk of fire — Do not
add fuel when the product is
operating or still hot.
WARNING: Do not use gasoline
crankcase draining or oil con-
taining gasoline, solvents or
alcohol. Doing so will result in
fire and/or explosion.
7. Oil burning appliances shall be installed only in
locations where combustible dusts and flammable
gases or vapors are not present. Do not store or
use gasoline near this machine.
8. Do not allow acids, caustic or abrasive fluids to pass
through the pump.
9. Never run pump dry or leave spray gun closed
longer than 1-2 minutes.
10. Keep operating area clear of all persons.
