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3. Keep a fire extinguisher rated "ABC" nearby. Keep it properly charged and be familiar with its use.
4. Place the unit so that the exhaust fumes will not be directed towards people or building air intakes.
Step 3. Check/Add Engine Oil
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WARNING
Never open the oil port while the engine is running. Hot oil can spray over your face and body. Engine
is shipped without oil. You must add oil before first use.
Use the recommended oil type for your engine and expected ambient conditions. (See the Engine
Manual section of this manual for the oil type and capacity, and more detailed oil check/fill
instructions.)
Step 4. Add Fuel
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WARNING
Fuel Fire/Explosion Hazard
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Heat, sparks, and flames can ignite fuel vapors, which
can become widespread during fueling. A flash fire and/or explosion could result and cause serious
injury or death. Always use extreme care when handling fuels. Carefully follow all instructions to avoid
the following conditions which could result in fuel ignition:
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gas vapor collection inside enclosures
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static electric sparks
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sparks from electric wiring, batteries, or running engines
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sources of heat (such as a hot engine exhaust)
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open flames, including pilot lights
Always follow these general safety rules when fueling:
1) Turn pressure washer off and allow to cool for at least two minutes before removing any fuel cap.
Note: A running or still-hot engine is hot enough to ignite fuel.
2) Fill fuel tank OUTDOORS
– never indoors. Fuel vapors can ignite if they collect inside and
enclosure and explosion can result.
3) Stay away from all sources of heat, sparks, and flames. Do not smoke.
4) Never pump fuel directly into the gas tank at a gas station
– it could cause a static electric spark.
Follow these steps to avoid static electric sparking during fueling:
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Use an approved portable container to transfer fuel to the pressure washer's tank. (A portable
container made of metal or conductive plastic is preferred because it dissipates charge to ground
more readily.)
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Always place container on the ground to be filled. Never fill the portable gas container while it is
sitting inside a vehicle, trailer, trunk, or pick-up truck bed.