Safety Guidelines - Craftsman 919.670281 Owner's Manual

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting
YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections.
indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUC-
TIONS BEFORE USING.
HAZARD
RISK OF EXPLOSION
OR FIRE
RISK TO BREATHING
RISK OF
INJURY
FROM SPRAY
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Spilled gasoline and it's vapors can become
ignited from cigarette sparks, electrical arcing,
exhaust gases, and hot engine components
such as the muffler.
• Heat will expand fuel in the tank which could
result in spillage and possible fire explosion.
• Operating the pressure washer in an explosive
environment could result in a fire.
• Materials placed against or near the pressure
washer can interfere with its proper ventilation
features causing overheating and possible igni-
tion of the materials.
• Muffler exhaust heat can damage painted sur-
faces, melt any material sensitive to heat (such
as siding, plastic, rubber, or vinyl), and damage
live plants.
• Improperly stored fuel could lead to accidental
ignition. Fuel improperly secured could
get into the hands of children or other unquali-
fied persons.
• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemicals,
poisons, insecticides, or any kind of flammable
solvent with this product could result in serious
injury or death.
• Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious
injury or death.
• Some cleaning fluids contain substances which
could cause injury to skin, eyes, or lungs.
• High velocity fluid spray can cause objects to
break, propelling particles at high speed.
• Light or unsecured objects can become
hazardous projectiles.
3 - ENG
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Shut off engine and allow it to cool before
adding fuel to the tank.
• Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling fuel.
Move pressure washer away from fueling
area before starting engine.
• Keep maximum fuel level ½" below top of
tank to allow for expansion.
• Operate and fuel equipment in well ventilated
areas free from obstructions. Equip areas
with fire extinguishers suitable for gasoline
fires.
• Never operate pressure washer in an area
containing dry brush or weeds.
• Always keep pressure washer a minimum of
four feet away from surfaces (such as hous-
es, automobiles, or live plants) that could be
damaged from muffler exhaust heat.
• Store fuel in an OSHA approved container, in
a secure location away from work area.
• Do not spray flammable liquids
• Operate pressure washer in a well ventilated
area. Avoid enclosed areas such as garages,
basements ,etc.
• Never operate unit in a location occupied by
humans or animals.
• Use only cleaning fluids specifically recom-
mended for high pressure washers. Follow
manufacturers recommendations.Do not use
chlorine bleach or any other corrosive
compound
• Always wear ANSI approved Z87 safety
glasses. Wear protective clothing to
protect against accidental spraying.
• Never point wand at, or spray people
or animals.
• Always secure trigger lock when wand
is not in service to prevent accidental
operation.
• Never permanently secure trigger in pull
back (open) position.
10/2/97
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