Honda PS3000HD Instruction Manual page 5

DANGER! Risk of Explosion or Fire
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Spilled gasoline and it's vapors can become
ignited from cigarette sparks, electrical arcing,
exhaust gases and hot engine components
Heat will expand fuel in the tank which could
Operating the pressure washer in an explosive
Materials placed against or near pressure
washer can interfere with ventilation features
causing overheating and possible ignition of
the materials.
surfaces, melt any material sensitive to heat
(such as siding, plastic, rubber, vinyl or the
pressure hose, itself), and damage live plants.
Improperly stored fuel could lead to accidental
ignition. Fuel improperly secured could get
persons.
Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemicals,
solvent with this product could result in serious
injury or death.
DANGER! Risk of Hot Surfaces
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with hot surfaces, such as engine
exhaust components, could result in serious
burns.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Shut off engine and allow it to cool before adding
fuel to the tank.
pressure washer away from fueling area before
starting engine.
Keep maximum fuel level 1/2" (12.7 mm) below
Operate and fuel equipment in wellventilated
areas free from obstructions. Equip areas with
Never operate pressure washer in an area
containing dry brush or weeds.
(1.2 m) away from surfaces (such as houses, au-
tomobiles or live plants) that could be damaged
Store fuel in an OSH approved container, in a
secure location away from work area.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
During operation, touch only the control surfaces
of the pressure washer. Keep children away from
the pressure washer at all times. They may not be
able to recognize the hazards of this product.
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