Important Safety Symbols; Safety Instructions - KNOVA KN 9832-G Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS

WARNING
CAUTION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
Read and understand this manual in its entirety before operating
this pressure washer. Improper use of this pressure washer
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Never spray near a power source such as an electrical outlet.
Making contact with a power source could cause an electric
shock or burn.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injection, injury or possible amputation,
never direct water pressure towards people or pets.
• Keep unit away from children and pets.
• Do not point the spray gun at other people, animals, plants, or
fragile objects such as glass.
• Do not leave spray gun unattended while unit is running.
• Make sure the spray gun, nozzle, and accessories are
attached correctly.
• Never attempt to repair high pressure hose, always replace.
• Never attempt to repair leaks with sealant, always replace
Oring or seal.
• Never attempt to connect or disconnect hose from pump or
spray gun while system is pressurized.
• Always release water pressure from unit every time you stop
the engine.
This symbol indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which could
result in serious injury or death if not
avoided.
This symbol indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which could
result in damage to equipment or
property.
Indicates slippery surface.
Indicates risk of fire.
WARNING
Moving parts can catch on clothing, jewelry, and hair.
• Do not wear loose clothing or gloves.
• Remove jewelry or anything else that could be caught in
moving parts.
• Wear protective head covering to contain long hair.
WARNING
Pressure washer can create slippery surfaces.
• Never wear sandals, always wear protective footwear.
• Operate pressure washer from a stable surface as recoil from
spray gun could cause you to fall.
• Use extreme caution if operating pressure washer from a
ladder, scaffolding or uneven surface.
• Use both hands to control spray gun to control recoil.
• Do not over-extend yourself in attempt to reach a little further.
WARNING
Do not operate indoors or in a confined space preventing
dangerous carbon monoxide gas from dissipating.
• Carbon monoxide gas is a poisonous, odorless gas that can
cause fainting, sickness, seizures, or death.
• Keep exhaust from this unit from entering a confined area
through windows, doors, vents, or other openings.
• When working in areas where vapors could be inhaled, use a
respirator mask according to all of its instructions.
4
Indicates risk of explosion
Indicates risk of electric shock
Indicates hot surface
Indicates eye protection