Westinghouse ePX3100V User Manual page 6

SAFETY
l Failure to read and follow the instructions in user
manual(s) could result in death, bodily injury, and/or
property damage.
l When using the pressure washer near children, make
sure they are closely supervised by an adult to avoid
injury. NEVER let a child use the pressure washer.
l This pressure washer conforms to CSA and other safety
and consumer standards. DO NOT modify or rebuild
any part of your pressure washer.
l Watch your balance and footing while using your
pressure washer. Surfaces become slippery when
wet and are extra slippery when using a detergent or
cleaner.
l NEVER operate the pressure washer in bare feet,
sandals, or open-toed shoes.
l DO NOT touch the high pressure spray with your fingers,
hands, feet and be careful to avoid any contact with
your eyes as the powerful spray can cause blindness or
blast holes in the skin.
l ALWAYS wear eye protection to prevent injury to eyes
when operating the pressure washer.
l To avoid accidents causing injury, ALWAYS use the
trigger safety lock when the pressure washer is not in
use even if the spraying stops for a moment.
l Point the spray gun in a safe direction when beginning
to use your pressure washer.
l NEVER spray directly at a person, animal, electrical
device, or the unit itself. The pressure washer can break
glass if hit with direct contact.
l Hold the spray gun and lance with two hands (one hand
to pull the trigger and the other to stabilize the gun) until
you get used to the "recoil".
l When you stop the pressure washer, water pressure
may remain in the system. To release the pressure,
point the spray gun in a safe direction and pull the
trigger.
l NEVER spray flammable liquids.
l NEVER use the pressure washer in areas that contain
combustible dust, liquids or vapors.
l Examine the hose regularly. Replace if damaged. Due
to the high pressure involved, it cannot be repaired if cut
or damaged.
l Only use detergent specifically formulated for pressure
washers and follow instructions on the detergent's label.
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l Detergent can be harmful to your skin, eyes and lungs.
Please be cautious when handling any chemicals. Dish
and laundry soap is too thick and will clog the nozzle of
your detergent bottle.
NOTICE
indoors in a heated environment to prevent the
water in the unit from freezing and expanding.
When the water freezes and expands, the high-
pressure pump will crack and render the pressure
washer inoperable. It is recommended you use
pump saver (not included) to protect pumps from
freezing and cracking.
l NEVER use hot water with your pressure washer. It will
overheat and damage the seals and components in the
high-pressure pump that cannot be repaired.
l NEVER leave the pressure washer "ON" while it is
unattended.
l ALWAYS turn the water supply "ON " before turning the
pressure washer power to "ON". Running the pump dry
of water will cause damage to the internal components
and render the pressure washer inoperable.
l NEVER use a water supply to your pressure washer
that exceeds 150 PSI maximum.
l NEVER disconnect the high pressure hose from the
pressure washer while the system is pressurized.
l NEVER permanently engage the trigger mechanisms
on the spray gun.
l NEVER operate the pressure washer unless all
components are properly and securely connected.
l NEVER allow the pressure washer pump to run for
more than one minute after you have turned off the
water supply. This can cause the motor and pump to
overheat and fail.
l NEVER use an extension power cord.
l NEVER use an extension power cord since it causes
voltage drop and can burn the motor. Also increases
risk of electric shock to the operator.
l NEVER use lances or other parts that are not compatible
for this specific Westinghouse unit.
l NEVER spray any electrical outlet with your pressure
washer.
l Inspect the power cord before using. DO NOT use it if it
is damaged.
l Keep all connections dry and off the ground. DO NOT
touch the plug with wet hands.
Store the pressure washer