Hitachi AW130 Handling Instructions Manual page 23

7. Wear safe clothing when using the washer.
Use safety boots, gloves, helmets with visors and earplugs in accordance with necessity.
8. Use protective goggles and dust-protection masks when using the washer.
There is a chance that splashes and dust may enter the eyes and mouth when using the
washer.
9. Do not handle the power cord roughly.
○ Do not carry the High Pressure Washer with only the power cord or pull the plug from the
socket while holding the power cord.
○ Keep the power cord away from heat, oil and sharp corners.
10. Make sure the item being cleaned is fi rmly fi xed in place.
There are cases in which the power of the water pressure will cause light objects to fl y off .
Do not use the washer on light objects that cannot be fi xed in place.
11. Maintain a proper stance when using the washer.
Make sure your feet are always placed fi rmly on the ground to maintain balance.
12. Pay close attention to maintaining the High Pressure Washer.
○ Clean the washer regularly to ensure safe and effi cient use.
○ Refer to the instruction manual when replacing supplied parts.
○ Regularly check the power cord and ask your dealer for repairs in the event of it being
damaged.
○ If using an extension cord, check it regularly and replace it in the event of it being damaged.
○ Make sure the grip is always kept dry and clean, and do not allow oil of grease to come into
contact with it.
13. Switch off and unplug the High Pressure Washer in the following situations:
○ When it is not in use and when it is being repaired.
○ When attaching or detaching supplied or purchased parts.
○ In other situations in which risks seem apparent.
14. Always remove equipment used for adjustment purposes.
Check to make sure that all equipment used for adjustment purposes has been removed
before switching on the power.
15. Avoid accidentally switching on the power.
○ Make sure you do not accidentally switch on the power to the washer when it is plugged in.
○ Check to make sure that the washer is switched off before plugging it into the power supply.
16. Inadequate extension cords can be dangerous.
17. Pay attention at all times when using the washer.
○ Pay attention to the methods of use stipulated in the instruction manual and the surrounding
environment when using the High Pressure Washer.
○ Do not use the washer when tired.
18. Only use specifi ed accessories and attachments.
Using accessories and attachments other than those specifi ed in the instruction manual or
in Hitachi catalogs may result in accidents or injuries and must be avoided at all costs.
19. High Pressure Washer repairs to be performed only by experts.
○ The High Pressure Washer conforms to all relevant safety regulations and must not be
modifi ed.
○ All repairs must be requested to Hitachi authorized service centers. Attempting to carry out
repairs without the correct skills may result in accidents or injuries.
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