Porter-Cable PCE1700, Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious
injury and property damage.
Read and understand all warnings and
operating instructions before using. Follow maintenance instructions specified in this
manual.
RISK OF
EXPLOSION
OR FIRE
HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Do not use acids, gasoline, kerosene,
or any other flammable materials in this
product. Use only household
detergents, cleaners, and degreasers
recommended for use in Pressure
Washer. Work in a well ventilated area.
Use of acids, unapproved chemicals,
or flammable solvents with this
product could cause injury or death.
RISK TO
BREATHING
• Some cleaning fluids contain sub-
stances which could cause injury to
skin, eyes, or lungs.
• Use only cleaning fluids specifically
recommended for high pressure
washers. Follow manufacturers
recommendations. Do not use chlorine
bleach or any other corrosive
compound.
RISK TO FLUID
INJECTION
• Your washer operates at fluid
pressures and velocities high enough
to penetrate human and animal flesh,
which could result in amputation or
other serious injury. Leaks caused by
loose fittings or worn or damaged
hoses can result in injection injuries.
DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION
AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a physician
immediately!
• Never place hands in front of nozzle.
• Do not direct discharge stream at
persons or animals.
• Make sure hose and fittings are
tightened and in good condition.
Never hold onto the hose or fittings
during operation.
• Do not operate pressure washer with
worn or a braided hose.
• Never attach or remove wand or hose
fittings while system is pressurized.
• Injuries can result if system pressure
is not reduced before attempting
maintenance or disassembly.
• To relieve system pressure, place
on/off switch in off position, turn off
water supply, and pull gun trigger
until water stops flowing.
• Use only hose and high pressure
accessories rated for pressure higher
than your pressure washer's p.s.i.
RISK OF
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
• Water spray directed at electrical
outlets or switches, or objects con-
nected to an electrical circuit, could
result in a fatal electrical shock.
• Unplug any electrically operated
product before attempting to clean it.
Direct spray away from electric outlets
and switches.
• This product is powered by
electricity. It contains and sprays
water and other conductive liquids.
Improper operation could result in
electrocution.
• The Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFI) will not function
properly unless connected to a fully
grounded electrical circuit!
• Extension cords can lead to electrical
shock.
• Always connect cordset to a
properly grounded and polarized
electrical circuit.
Your cordset is
equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) for your personal
protection
.
• If damaged, the entire cordset
assembly must be replaced by an
authorized service center. Refer to
Grounding Instructions.
• Do not use with extension cords.
Restricting any of the pressure
washer ventilation openings will
cause serious overheating and could
cause fire.
Never place objects against or on
top of pressure washer. Operate
pressure washer
in an open area at
least 12 inches away from any wall
or obstruction that would restrict the
flow of fresh air to the ventilation
openings.