BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
EXHAUST FUMES ARE DANGEROUS
Never operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause
unconsciousness and death within a short time. Operate in a well
ventilated area.
Operate pressure washer in clean, dry, well ventilated area. Never
operate unit in enclosed areas such as garages, basements, storage,
sheds, or in any location occupied by humans or animals.
Keep children, pets and others away from area of operating unit.
Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious injury or death.
Gasoline
engines produce toxic carbon monoxide exhaust fumes.
FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS
•Always turn off the engine when refueling.
•Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
•When operating or transporting this pressure washer, be sure to keep
it upright. If it tilts, fuel may leak from the carburetor or fuel tank.
ENGINE AND MUFFLER MAY BE HOT
•Place the pressure washer in an appropriate location, away from
children and pedestrians.
•Avoid placing any flammable materials near the exhaust outlet during
operation.
•Keep a 4ft. clearance from buildings or other equipment around the
pressure washer to prevent overheating.
WARNING!
The engine muffler will be very hot after use, avoid
touching the engine or muffler while they are still hot.
ATTEMPTING TO FILL THE FUEL TANK WHILE THE ENGINE IS
RUNNING.
Gasoline and gasoline vapors can become ignited by coming in
contact with hot components such as the muffler, engine exhaust
gases, or from an electrical spark.
Turn engine off and allow it to cool before adding fuel to the tank. Equip
area of operation with a fire extinguisher certified to handle gasoline or
fuel fires.
SPARKS, FIRE, HOT OBJECTS
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot objects can cause gasoline or
gasoline vapors to ignite.
INADEQUATE VENTILATION
Materials placed against or near the pressure washer or operating it in
areas where the temperature exceeds 40° C ambient (such as storage
rooms or garages) can interfere with its proper ventilation features
causing overheating and possible ignition of the materials or buildings.
Operate pressure washer in a clean, dry, well ventilated area a
minimum of four feet from any building, object or wall. DO NOT
OPERATE UNIT INDOORS OR IN ANY CONFINED AREA.
APPLICATION
This equipment is designed for specific applications. Do not modify or
use for any application other than which it is designed.
STORAGE
Store the pressure washer in a well ventilated area with the fuel tank
empty. Fuel should never be stored or placed near the pressure
washer.
SAFETY GLASSES
Always wear safety glasses while operating.
BASIC & SPECIFIC
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SPECIFIC SAFETY INFORMATION
NEVER OPERATE UNDER THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS
• When a noticeable change in engine speed occurs.
• Engine misfires.
• Loss of water pressure.
• Smoke or flammes in the area.
• Excessive vibration.
WATER SPRAY
Never direct the water spray towards
ANY
person, animal, electrical
wiring or the pressure washer itself. Care must be taken not to spray
too close to the surface or damage could occur. King Canada is not
responsible for damage caused during use.
HOT MUFFLER & HIGH PRESSURE HOSE
Do not touch the muffler, it becomes very hot during operation. Keep
hose away from the hot muffler or it may damage the hose. Do not use
a damaged high pressure hose. Do not kink the high pressure hose.
KEEP HANDS AWAY
Do not touch the nozzle of the water spray during operation.
COLD WEATHER STARTS
Do not operate this pressure washer in temperatures below 5
0
C. Before
starting engine in cold weather, make sure ice has not formed in any
part of the equipment.
DETERGENTS
Only use recommended detergents for pressure washers.
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL WATER SPRAY
To prevent accidental water spray, the locking latch on the wand trigger
should be placed in the locked position when not in use.
PREVENT PUMP DAMAGE
Do not run the pressure washer engine for more than 5 minutes
without pressing the wand trigger or damage to the pump may result.
Never let the machine run unless connected to the water supply and it
is on. Never run caustic fluids or acid through this machine.
SAFETY FEATURES
Thermal relief valve
- Thermal relief valve protects the pump from
overheating in case a nozzle becomes clogged. This system should not
be abused, make every effort to prevent the pump from overheating.
Low-oil auto shut-off
- This pressure washer is equipped with a low oil
shut-off system. If the engine oil level goes below the recommended oil
level, the pressure washer will automatically shut-off. This protects your
engine and prevents operating without proper lubrication.