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A09608
• Reactive force of spray will cause gun/
wand to kickback, and could cause the op-
erator to slip or fall, or misdirect the spray.
Improper control of gun/wand can result in
injuries to self and others.
• Do not overreach or stand on an unstable
support.
• Do not use pressure washer while
standing on a ladder.
• Grip gun/wand firmly with both hands.
Expect the gun to kickback when
triggered.
• If proper starting procedure is not
followed, engine can kickback causing
serious hand and arm injury.
• If engine does not start after two pulls,
squeeze trigger of gun to relieve pump
pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly
to avoid kickback and prevent hand or
arm injury.
• The spray gun/wand is a powerful clean-
ing tool that could look like a toy to a
child.
• Keep children away from the pressure
washer at all times.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
HAZARD
WHAT
CAN
HAPPEN
HOW
TO
PREVENT
IT
• Unsafe operation of your pressure washer
could lead to serious injury or death to
you or others.
• Do not use chlorine bleach or any other
corrosive compound.
• Become familiar with the operation and
controls of the pressure washer.
• Keep operating area clear of all persons,
pets, and obstacles.
• Do not operate the product when
fatigued or under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. Stay alert at all times.
• Never defeat the safety features of this
product.
• Do not operate machine with missing,
broken, or unauthorized parts.
• Never leave wand unattended while unit
is running.
RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
HAZARD
WHAT
CAN
HAPPEN
HOW
TO
PREVENT
IT
• High velocity fluid spray can cause
objects to break, propelling particles at
high speed.
• Light or unsecured objects can become
hazardous projectiles.
• Always wear ANSI approved Z87 safety
glasses.Wear protective clothing to protect
against accidental spraying.
• Never point wand at, or spray people or
animals.
• Always secure trigger lock when wand
is not in service to prevent accidental
operation.
• Never permanently secure trigger in pull
back (open) position.
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