Summary of Important Safety Information
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This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have
been presented throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh
your memory about how to safely use your pressure washer.
WARNING
Carefully read and understand the following safety information
before using the
pressure washer. Improper use or maintenance of the pressure washer can result in
serious
injury or death
to the operator or bystanders from:
•
Carbon monoxide poisoning
•
Fire/explosion
•
Chemical exposure
•
Skin/eye injury from high
pressure spray
•
Burns
•
Slips/falls
•
Electric shock
•
Flying objects/debris
GENERAL
•
Read all instructions.
Read and understand this Own
er’s Manual and the engine Owner’s
Manual completely before attempting to set-up and use the pressure washer
.
Serious injury or
death can result if safety and other instructions are not followed.
•
Instruct all operators
. The pressure
washer’s owner must in
struct all operators and potential
renters in safe pressure washer set-up and operation. Do not allow anyone to operate the pressure
washer who has not read the Owner’s Manual and been instru
c
ted on its safe use. Owner’s
Manuals are available from NorthStar at 1-800-270-0810.
•
Adult control only.
Only trained adults should set up and operate the pressure washer. Do not let
children operate. Pressure washers can generate forces greater than children can control and
require judgment beyond what can be expected of children.
•
Under the influence
. Never operate, or let anyone else operate, the pressure washer while
fatigued or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
•
Understand intended use
. Carefully read about and understand the intended use of this pressure
washer. Do not use for other purposes, as unforeseen hazards or equipment damage may result.
PROHIBITION AGAINST MODIFICATIONS
Never modify or alter the pressure washer in any way or deactivate any safety device. Modifications
can create serious safety hazards and will also void the warranty.
•
Fuel/exhaust system
. Never add to or modify the exhaust system, fuel tank, or fuel lines. Carbon
monoxide poisoning, fuel leaks, fire or explosion could result.
•
Unloader valve
. Do not attempt to
alter the unloader valve’s maximum pressure. Excess pressure
could cause serious injury from escaping high-pressure fluids and/or pump damage. Any alteration
other than turning the adjustment knob will void your warranty.
•
Guards
. Do not operate pressure washer unless all guards and cover shields are in place.
SAFETY
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INSTALLATION & SET-UP
Battery Safety
Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can
cause electric shock.
Caution must be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid
shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion.
Follow these and other safety rules carefully when connecting battery to pressure washer:
•
Eye/skin protection.
Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when connecting or
disconnecting battery.
•
Sparks/Smoking.
Never smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.
•
Electric shock.
Never touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any
non-insulated tools.
