Safety Guideline/Definitions; Important Safety Instructions - DeVilbiss D25689-E Operator's Manual

SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
This manual contains
information that is im-
portant for you to
know and understand.
This information re-
lates to protecting
YOUR SAFETY and
PREVENTING EQUIP-
MENT PROBLEMS. To
help you recognize
this information, we
use the symbols
below. Please read the
manual and pay atten-
tion to these sections.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

operating instructions before using.
HAZARD
• Spilled gasoline and it's vapors
RISK OF
EXPLOSION
OR FIRE
• Heat will expand fuel in the tank
• Operating the pressure washer in
• Materials placed against or near
• Muffler exhaust heat can damage
• Improperly stored fuel could lead
• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive
may result in property damage.
Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious
injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
can become ignited from cigarette
sparks, electrical arcing, exhaust
gases, and hot engine
components such as the muffler.
which could result in spillage and
possible fire explosion.
an explosive environment could
result in a fire.
the pressure washer can interfere
with its proper ventilation features
causing overheating and possible
ignition of the materials .
painted surfaces, melt any
material sensitive to heat (such as
siding, plastic, rubber, or vinyl),
and damage live plants.
to accidental ignition. Fuel im-
properly secured could get into
the hands of children or other un-
qualified persons.
chemicals, poisons, insecticides, or
any kind of flammable solvent with
this product could result in serious
injury or death.
i
ndicates 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.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided,may result in minor or moderate injury
used without the safety alert symbol indicates
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
• 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 extinguisher suit-
able for gasoline fires.
• Never operate pressure washer in
an area containing dry brush or
weeds.
• Always keep pressure washer a mini-
mum of four feet away from surfaces
(such as houses, 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.
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HOW TO PREVENT IT
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