Before Each Use
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STEP 3. SELECT SUITABLE OUTDOOR WORKSITE
Before using the pressure washer, you must understand the criteria for selecting a suitable location for
operation. Note that this pressure washer is for OUTDOOR USE only.
WARNING:
You must choose a suitable site for operating your pressure washer to avoid equipment
damage and/or injury and possible death from carbon monoxide poisoning, fire/explosion,
uncontrolled equipment movement/tip over, or slips and falls. Choose a site that meets all
of the following five criteria:
1.
OUTDOORS only, and away from all building windows and air intakes.
2.
Where no flammable vapors, dusts, and gases are present.
3.
Where there is adequate, unobstructed ventilation airflow.
4.
With adequate clearance from combustible materials.
5.
On a firm, level, heat-resistant surface with good drainage.
Detail regarding each of these criteria are provided below.
1. Outdoors
ONLY
DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard
Exhaust fumes from both the engine and the burner contain carbon monoxide
(CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see, smell, or taste. The CO generated by the
pressure washer can rapidly accumulate, even in areas that appear to be well
ventilated, resulting in dangerous and fatal concentrations within minutes. Follow
the directions below for choosing a location to operate your pressure washer in
order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
The location you choose to operate the pressure washer must be OUTDOORS and
at least 20 feet from the home, away from windows, vents and air intakes, to allow
proper ventilation. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the pressure
washer, shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY.
•
Never run the pressure washer in an enclosed or partially enclosed location such as
a building, garage, barn, shed, or house.
These spaces can trap poisonous gases.
Running a fan or opening windows will not provide adequate ventilation to prevent
dangerous CO build-up.
•
Only use the pressure washer outdoors and far away from open windows, doors,
and building or vehicle vents.
•
Place the pressure washer so that the exhaust fumes will not be directed towards
people or building air intakes.
•
Ensure that working, battery-operated or battery back-up carbon monoxide alarms
are used in any dwelling/structure that is in close proximity to the running pressure
washer.
•
Note that this pressure washer is NOT designed or approved for use in vehicles or
marine applications. Never run the pressure washer inside RVs or other vehicles,
on boats, or on pick-up truck beds.
WARNING:
Never attempt to attach ductwork to the engine muffler or burner exhaust
to allow for installation inside an enclosure. This could cause hot air
deflection, heat build-up, and increased exhaust backpressure, resulting in
possible exhaust leakage or overheating and damage to the pressure
washer.
