Craftsman 580.768110 Operator's Manual page 3

• Operate engine only at govemecl speed. Running •
the engine at excessive speeds increases the
hazard of personal injury. Do not tamper with parts
which may increase or decrease the governed
speed.
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything
that may be caught in the starter or other rotating
parts.
• Before starting the pressure Washer in cold •
weather, check all pads of the equipment and be
sure ice has not formed there.
• Units with broken or missing pads, or without •
protective housing or covers should NEVER be
operated.
The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and
in good condition before operating the Pressure •
Washer. These components act as spark arrestors
if the engine backfires.
Check the fuel system for leaks or signs of
deterioration such as chafed or spongy hose,
loose or missing clamps or damaged tank or cap. •
Correct all defects before operating the Pressure
Washer.
/-_ Do not spray flammable liquids.
• Never allow any part of the body to come in
contact with the fluid stream. DO NOT come in
contact with a fluid stream created by a leak in the
high pressure hose.
• High pressure streams of fluid this equipment
produces can pierce skin and its underlying
tissues, leading to serious injury and possible
amputation.
Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants.
• High pressure spray can cause paint chips or
other particles to become airborne and fly at high
speeds.
• Always wear eye protection when you use this
equipment or when you are in the vicinity where
the equipment is in use.
• Operate the pressure at no more than the PSI fluid
pressure rated for your pressure washer.
• Never move the machine by pulling on the high
pressure hose. Use the handle provided on the
top of the unit.
• Always be certain the spray gun, nozzles and
accessories are correctly attached.
Never use a spray gun which does not have a
trigger lock or trigger guard in place and in
working order.
Use a'respirator or mask whenever there is a
chance that vapors may be inhaled. Read all
instructionswith the mask so you are certain the
mask will provide the necessary protection against
inhaling harmful vapors.
High pressure spray may damage fragile items
including glass. Do not point spray gun at glass
when in the jet spray mode.
Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray
gun while the system is pressurized.
Disconnecting the hose while the unit is
pressurized is dangerous.
Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand before you
start the unit. Failure to do so could resuR in an
injuryfrom a whipping spray gun. Do not leave the
spray gun unattended while the machine is
running.
The cleaning area should have adequate slopes
and drainage to reduce the possibilityof a fall due
to slippery surfaces.
Keep water spray away from electdc wiring or fatal
electric shock may result..
Do not secure trigger gun in the pull-bask (open)
position.
Do not by-pass any safety device on this machine.
The muffler and engine heat up dudng operation
and remain hot immediately after shutting R down.
Avoid contact with a hot muffler or engine or you
could be severely burned.
Operate and store this unit on a stable surface.
High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear,
kinking, abuse, etc. Water spraying from a leak is
capable of injecting material into skin. Inspect
hose each time before using R. Check all hoses for
cuts, leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, or
damage or movement of couplings. If any of these
conditions exist, replace hose immediately. Never
repair high pressure hose. Replace R with another
hose that meets minimum pressure rating of your
pressure washer.
I A LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS "ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED."
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