Important Safety Information
InstruCtIOns PertAInIng tO A rIsk OF FIre, eleCtrIC shOCk, Or Injury
tO PersOns
This manual contains important safety, operational and maintenance information. If
you have any questions, please call 1-800-330-0712 for customer assistance.
When using tools, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
CAlIFOrnIA PrOPOsItIOn 65
This product or its power cord may contain chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
generAl
a. To reduce the risks of electric shock, fire, and injury to persons, read
all the instructions before using the tool. Failure to follow warnings,
dangers, and cautions could result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY.
b. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Follow all instructions. Contact your Maxus representative if you have
any questions.
c. Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed
to use the unit.
d. Follow all safety codes as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
WOrk AreA
a. Keep operation area clear of all persons.
b. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when the product is used
near children.
c. Do not operate the tool in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The tool is able to create
sparks resulting in the ignition of the dust or fumes.
d. NEVER spray flammable liquids or use pressure washer in areas
containing combustible dust, liquids, or vapors.
e. Never operate this machine in a closed building or in or near an
explosive environment.
PersOnAl sAFety
a. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the
tool. Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool increases the risk of
injury to persons.
b. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep hair,
clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair
increases the risk of injury to persons as a result of being caught in moving parts.
c. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
Risk of injection or severe injury. Keep clear of nozzle. Do not
discharge streams at persons. This product is to be used only
by trained operators. Always remove lance from gun before cleaning debris from tip.
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information
that is very important to know
and understand. This information
is provided for SAFETY and to
PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
To help recognize this information,
observe the following symbols.
Danger indicates
an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates
a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates
a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates
important
information, that if not followed, may
cause damage to equipment.
IMPORTANT: Information that
requires special attention.
Safety Symbols
The following Safety Symbols appear
throughout this manual to alert you
to important safety hazards and
precautions.
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Risk of
Explosion
Risk of Fire
Risk of Falling
Risk of Personal
Injury
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