Operator Safety - Briggs & Stratton 020680 Operator's Manual

Operator Safety

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Equipment Description
WARNING Failure to read and follow the operator's
manual and all operating instructions before
using could result in death or serious injury.
• Read this manual carefully and become familiar with
your electric pressure washer. Know its applications, its
limitations, and any hazards involved.
This electric pressure washer operates at a maximum of
1,800 PSI with yellow spray tip and a flow rate of up to 1.2
GPM (gallons per minute) with turbo spray tip.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information
in this manual is accurate and current. However, we
reserve the right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the
product and this document at any time without prior notice.
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection
This pressure washer is provided with a ground-fault
circuit-interrupter (GFCI) built into the plug of the power
supply cord. This device provides additional protection
from the risk of electric shock. Should replacement of
the plug or cord become necessary, use only identical
replacement parts that include GFCI protection.
Automatic Shut-Off
The electric pressure washer is equipped with a sensor
that will detect that water flow has stopped when releasing
or locking the spray gun trigger. The sensor will cause the
motor to shut off for as long as the spray gun trigger is
released or locked.
If the motor continues to run when the spray gun trigger is
released or locked, DO NOT USE THE MACHINE. Call the
electric pressure washer helpline at (800) 743-4115 for
assistance.
NOTICE The electric pressure washer is equipped with a
main power ON/OFF switch. The switch should always be
moved to the OFF position (0) when the electric pressure
washer is not being used to prevent possible damage.
Motor Overload
The electric motor in this electric pressure washer is
equipped with an overload protection device (thermostat).
This device will automatically shut off the motor if the motor
overheats or draws excessive current.
If the overload protection device is tripped, disconnect the
power supply by turning the master ON/OFF switch to the
OFF (0) position. Let unit cool for 30 minutes. Then turn
the master ON/OFF switch to the ON (I) position to resume
operation.
Important Safety Information
Please read and understand this entire manual before
attempting to assemble, operate or service the product.
Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this manual.
If you have any questions regarding the product, please call
customer service at (800) 743-4115, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., CST,
Monday - Friday.
Safety Symbols and Meanings
Read Manual Electrical Shock
Slippery Surface
Flying Objects
Projectile
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal
injury hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to designate a
degree or level of hazard seriousness. A safety symbol
may be used to represent the type of hazard. The signal
word NOTICE indicates information considered important,
but not hazard-related.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information considered important, but
not hazard-related.
Fire
Fall
Fluid Injection
Chemical Burn
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