Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection; Additional Safety Information - Black & Decker BEPW1700 Instruction Manual

use of cleaners. Always protect eyes, skin and respiratory
system from cleaners.
16 . The pressure washer should not be used in areas
where gas vapors may be present. An electric spark
could cause an explosion or fire.
17 . To minimize the amount of water getting into the pressure
washer, the unit should be placed as far as possible from
the cleaning site during operation.
18 . To prevent accidental discharge, the spray gun should be
secured by locking the trigger when not in use.
19 . To allow free air circulation, the pressure washer should
NOT be covered during operation.
20 . Never touch, grasp or attempt to cover a pinhole
or similar water leak on the high pressure hose.
The stream of water IS under high pressure and WILL
penetrate skin.
21 . Use only hoses and accessories rated for pressure
higher than your pressure washer's psi. Never use with
any other manufacturer's accessories or components.
22 . Never defeat the safety features of this product.
23 . Do not operate machine with missing, broken or
unauthorized parts.
24 . Never spray flammable liquids or use pressure washer in
areas containing combustible dust, liquid, or vapors.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection

This pressure washer is provided with a ground‑fault
circuit‑interrupter (GFCI) built into the plug of the
power‑supply cord. This device provides additional
protection from the risk of electric shock. Should
replacement of the plug or cord become necessary, use only
identical replacement parts that include GFCI protection.
Extension Cords
Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor
use. These extension cords are identified by a marking
"Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors
while not in use. " Use only extension cords having an
electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do
not use damaged extension cords. Examine extension cord
before using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse extension
cord and do not yank on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord
away from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect the
extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the
product from the extension cord.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep
all connections dry and OFF the ground. Do not touch
plug with wet hands.
Servicing of Double Insulated Appliances
Your appliance is double‑insulated to give you added
safety. In a double insulated appliance, two systems of
insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding
means is provided on a double insulated appliance, nor
should a means for grounding be added to the appliance.
Servicing a double insulated appliance requires extreme
care and knowledge of the system and should be done
only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts
for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the
parts they replace. A double insulated appliance is marked
with the words double insulated or "double insulation". The
symbol i (square within a square) may also be marked on
the appliance.

Additional Safety Information


WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of
it. Damage or personal injury could result.

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known
to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers,
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides
and pesticides,
• arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear
approved safety equipment such as dust masks that
are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or
disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent
respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA
approved respiratory protection appropriate for
the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face
and body.

WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)
during use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.

CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its
side on a stable surface where it will not cause
a tripping or falling hazard. Some tools will stand
upright but may be easily knocked over.
Air vents often cover moving parts and should be
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avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
An extension cord must have adequate wire size
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(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller
the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity
of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than
18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When
using more than one extension to make up the total length,
be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
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