General Safety Instructions - Stanley SXPW5551 Manual

LUBRICATION OF ENGINE
Your engine comes with NO oil in the sump. You will need
to add engine oil, refer to pages 9 and 14 for complete
details and images. Failure to do this may result in damage
to the engine, pressure washer and / or injury to the user.
ASSEMBLY
This pressure washer MUST be fully assembled by you prior
to use. Failure to do so will result in the warranty being
VOID. Failure to fully assemble this pressure washer may
also result in personal injury.
SAFETY
Before attempting to operate this pressure washer the
following basic safety precautions should be taken to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
It is important to read the instruction manual and to
understand applications, limitations and potential hazards
associated with this pressure washer. It is important that
you read, understand and follow these instructions very
carefully. This pressure washer is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
BEWARE OF CHILDREN & PETS
Children and pets should be kept out of the operating
area. Children should not be allowed to touch or operate
pressure washers. All pressure washers should be kept out
of reach of children. When NOT in use keep the pressure
washer preferably stored or locked in a secure well
ventilated cabinet or room with the fuel tank empty.
FUEL - UNLEADED 91 PETROL
(NO ETHANOL)
Fuel used in this pressure washer is poisonous. Always
wear approved breathing protection when decanting
fuel. If you get any fuel on your skin or clothes wash the
affected area immediately with soap and water and change
your clothes. If you get fuel in your eyes wash immediately
with clean water and seek medical attention. If any fuel
is swallowed DO NOT induce vomiting, seek immediate
medical attention.
WORK AREA
Work areas and benches should be kept tidy. Cluttered
benches and work areas can cause accidents. Floors should
be kept clean and free from rubbish. Special care should
be taken when the floor is slippery due to sawdust or wax.
Always leave sufficient distance, at least 5 metres between
the pressure washer and the work area, especially when
using tools designed for sanding or spraying liquids. As this
pressure washer uses a petrol engine, only run the pressure
washer outdoors or in a well ventilated area. If needed use
a longer air hose to reach your work area.
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
ALWAYS use your pressure washer in an open well
ventilated area. Do not expose your pressure washer
to rain. Do not expose your pressure washer to direct
sunlight. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use your
pressure washer in areas where there is a risk of explosion
or fire from combustible materials, flammable liquids,
paint, varnish, petrol, etc flammable gases and dust of an
explosive nature. As a precaution it is recommended that
you consult an expert on selecting and using a suitable fire
extinguisher and have it available for use in an emergency
when operating the pressure washer.
SELECT A PRESSURE WASHER WITH A
SUFFICIENT RATING
Select the right pressure washer for the job. Do not use a
pressure washer to do a job for which it was not designed.
Do not force a small pressure washer to do the job of
a heavy duty pressure washer. Any damage caused by
overloading will void the warranty. Do not use pressure
washers for purposes not intended.
HOT COMPONENTS
Beware many of the components will get hot during use.
Never touch any of the metal pipes, pump or motor as
these may burn. In particular ensure that the high pressure
hose does not touch the hot muffler during use or when
storing as it will damage the high pressure hose and this
will not be covered under warranty.
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