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Safety Overview
The Owner's Manual is an essential part of the
equipment and should be kept in a safe place for
reference. Read this manual carefully before
using the product - know your equipment. Save
these instructions. The Owner's Manual should
remain with unit at all times. If you sell the unit,
the manual should be handed on to the new
owner.
This unit was designed for specific applications. It
should not be modified or used for any application
other than that for which it was designed.
Important Safety Precautions
Grounding Instructions
This product must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or break-down, grounding provides
a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is
equipped with a cord having a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection can result in
a risk of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded.
DO NOT modify the plug provided with the unit;
if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician. Do not use
any type of adaptor with this product.
Extension Cords
Extension cords are NOT recommended for this
product. If an extension cord must be used, the
following requirements must be met:
• 14-3 gauge minimum wire size up to 25 ft. cord.
• 12-3 gauge minimum wire size up to 50 ft. cord.
• Use only 3-wire extension cords that have
3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole cord
connectors that accept the plug from the unit.
Use only extension cords that are intended for
outdoor use. These extension cords are identified
by the marking "Acceptable for use with outdoor
appliances; store indoors while not in use." Use
only extension cords having an electrical rating
not less than the rating of the product. Do not use
damaged extension cords. Examine the extension
cord before using and replace if damaged.
Do not abuse extension cord and do not yank on
any cord to disconnect. Keep cord away from heat
and sharp edges. Always disconnect the extension
cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the
product from the extension cord. If you are using
an extension cord, it should always be completely
unwound.
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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions are essential to
the safe operation, servicing and storage of your
pressure washer. Make sure anyone using this
pressure washer or the accessories understands
all of the following important safety and equipment
precautions.
If safety precautions are overlooked or ignored,
personal injury or property damage may occur.
Always heed these precautions, as they are
essential whenever using, servicing of storing
your pressure washer.
1. High-pressure spray can be dangerous if
subject to misuse. DO NOT direct the water
spray at persons, animals, electrical devices,
outlets, or the machine itself.
2. Never touch the water spray.
3. Never hold onto the hose or fittings while
operating the pressure washer.
4. Keep operating area clear of all persons. To
reduce the risk of injury, do not operate the
machine near children.
5. Keep work area free of obstacles. Remove
loose objects from spray path. Secure light
objects to be cleaned.
IMPORTANT: Your pressure washer operates
at fluid pressures and velocities high enough
to penetrate human and animal flesh, which
could result in serious injury or loss of life.
Leaks caused by loose fittings, damaged or
worn hoses can result in injection injuries.
WARNING: DO NOT treat fluid injection as
a simple injury. Fluid injection is very
serious. See a physician immediately.
