Generac Power Systems 006022-0 Operator's Manual page 5

,_ll WARNING: Useofpower washer cancreatepuddles a nd
slipperysurfaces. Kickback f rom sprayguncancause youto
fail.
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Useonly on a level surface.
The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and
drainage to reducethe possibility of a fall due to slippery
surfaces.
Donot use on elevatedsurfaces where chance of kickback
could result in a serious fall.
Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks
back.
,_WARNING: Starter and other rotatingparts can
entangle hands,hair, clothing,or accessories.
• NEVER operate powerwasherwithoutprotective housing
or covers.
• DONOT wearlooseclothing, j ewelryor anything that
may be caught i n thestarteror otherrotatingparts.
• Tieup longhairandremove jewelry.
,_ WARNING:Starter cordkickback(rapid retraction) can result
in bodilyinjury.Kickbackwill pull hand and arm toward
engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones,fractures,
bruises,or sprains couldresult.
• NEVERpull starter cord without first relieving spray gun
pressure.
• To relievetrapped pressure, point gun in safe directionand
releasepressure by pulling/actuatingtrigger on spray gun.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistanceis felt and
then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• After eachstarting attempt, where enginefails to run, always
point spray gun in safe direction, and squeezespray gun trigger
to releasehigh pressure.
• Firmly grasp spray gun with both hands when using high
pressure spray to avoid injury when spray gun kicks back.
,_ WARNING: Unintentional s parking can result in fire or electric
shock.
WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPAIRS TO YOURPOWER
WASHER.
• Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and
place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
_ WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK
• Useapprovedspark plug tester.
• DO NOTcheck for spark with spark plug removed.
,_WARNING: The engine exhaust from this productcontains
chemicalsknownto the State of Californiato causecancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
,_ll WARNING:This containslead and lead
product compounds,
knownto the State of Californiato cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash your handsafterhandlingthis
product.
NOTE:
High pressurespray may damage fragile items including
glass.
DO NOT point spray gun at glass when using red (0°) MAX
nozzle.
NEVERaim spray gun at people,animals, electrical devices or
plants.
NOTE:
Impropertreatment of powerwasher can damage it and
shortenits life.
• If you havequestionsabout intendeduse, ask dealeror contact
qualified service center.
• NEVERoperateunits with broken or missing parts, or without
protective housingor covers.
• DONOT by-pass any safety device on this machine.
• DONOToperate powerwasher above ratedpressure.
• DONOTmodify power washer in any way.
• Beforestarting powerwasher in cold weather,check all parts of
the equipmentto be sure ice has not formed there.
• NEVER move machineby pulling on hoses.Use handleprovided
on unit.
• Checkfuel 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 operatingpower washer.
• This equipment is designedto be usedwith Generacauthorized
parts ONLY.If equipment is used with parts that DO NOT
comply with minimum specifications, user assumes all risks
and liabilities.
,_ WARNING:Risk of eye injury. Spray can splash back or
propelobjects.
0 • Always wear safety goggles when using this equipmentor
• . in vicinity of where equipmentis in use.
• Beforestarting the power washer, be sure you are
wearing adequatesafety goggles.
• NEVERsubstitute safety glasses for safety goggles.