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AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Don’t
use in damp or wet locations or expose to rain.
Keep the work area well lit.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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DO NOT OPERATE AROUND
dry brush, twigs,
cloth rags, or other flammable materials.
WARNING:
RISK OF INJECTION OR INJURY
– Do not
direct discharge stream at persons.
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NEVER DIRECT A WATER STREAM TOWARDS
PEOPLE OR PETS, OR ANY ELECTRICAL
DEVICE.
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BEFORE STARTING ANY CLEANING OPERATION,
close doors and windows. Clear the area to be
cleaned of debris, toys, outdoor furniture, or other
objects that could create a hazard.
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NEVER PICK UP OR CARRY A MACHINE WHILE
THE MOTOR IS RUNNING.
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NEVER START THE MACHINE
if ice has formed
in any part of the equipment.
WARNING:
This appliance has been designed for use with
the cleaning agent supplied or recommended
by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning
agents or chemicals may adversely affect the
safety of the appliance.
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DO NOT USE ACIDS, ALKALINES, SOLVENTS,
FLAMMABLE MATERIAL, OR INDUSTRIAL
GRADE SOLUTIONS
in this product. These
products can cause physical injuries to the
operator and irreversible damage to the machine.
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ALWAYS OPERATE THE MACHINE
on a level
surface. If the engine is at an incline, it could seize
due to improper lubrication (even at the maximum
oil level).
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WARNING: HIGH PRESSURE JETS CAN BE
DANGEROUS IF SUBJECT TO MISUSE.
The
jet must not be directed at persons, animals, live
electrical equipment, or the appliance itself.
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NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS
WHILE THE MOTOR IS RUNNING
(except where
specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
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KEEP THE ENGINE AWAY FROM FLAMMABLES
AND OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
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HIGH PRESSURE CLEANERS SHALL NOT
BE USED BY CHILDREN OR UNTRAINED
PERSONNEL.
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USE PROTECTIVE HEARING EQUIPMENT WHEN
OPERATING THIS MACHINE.
WARNING:
USE ONLY HOSES, FITTINGS AND COUPLINGS
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
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WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL RYOBI
REPLACEMENT PARTS.
Use of any other parts
may create a hazard or cause product damage.
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USE COLD WATER ONLY.
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MAKE SURE MINIMUM CLEARANCE
of
1m is
maintained from combustible materials.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct other users. If you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions
also.
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DISCHARGE RESIDUAL PRESSURE
before
disconnecting the cleaner hose.
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Before using the cleaner
CHECK EVERY TIME
THAT THE SCREWS ARE FULLY TIGHTENED
and
that there are no broken or worn parts.
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ONLY USE DETERGENT WHICH WILL NOT
CORRODE
the coating materials of the high pressure
hose / electrical cable.
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DO NOT USE THE CLEANER IF THE ELECTICAL
C A B L E O R H I G H P R E S S U R E H O S E I S
DAMAGED.
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THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY CONNECTING SHALL
BE MADE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICAL AND
COMPLY WITH IEC 60364-1.
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It is recommended that the electric supply to this
appliance should include either a residual current
device that will interrupt the supply if the leakage
current to earth exceeds 30 mA for 30 ms or a device
that will prove the earth circuit.
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Appliance not suitable for connection to the drinking
water mains without backflow preventer.
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