Section 2 - Safety; Safety Rules - Generac Power Systems OneWASH Operator's Manual

Safety
Section 2
2.1 — S R
AFETY ULES
Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals
affixed to the power washer, DANGER, WARNING, CAU-
TION and NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to
special instructions about a particular operation that may
be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly.
Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:
Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Notes contain additional information important to a
procedure and will be found within the regular text
body of this manual.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that
they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with
the special instructions while performing the action or
service are essential to preventing accidents.Safety
Symbols and Meanings.
OneWASH™ Power Washer
NOTE:
Hearing Protection
Toxic Fumes Kickback
Slippery Surface
Fire Explosion
Moving Parts Flying Objects
2.1.1 — Exhaust Hazards
Carbon monoxide produced during use can
kill in minutes. NEVER use indoors, in a vehi-
cle, or in other sheltered areas, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open. Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from windows, doors and vents.
Some chemicals or detergents may be harm-
ful if inhaled or ingested, causing severe nau-
sea, fainting, or poisoning.
• Operate power washer ONLY outdoors.
• A running engine gives off carbon monoxide.
• Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, poisonous
gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headache,
fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures, nau-
sea, fainting or death. If you start experiencing any of
these symptoms, IMMEDIATELY move to fresh air.
Seek medical attention.
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