Important Safety Information - Hotsy 771 Operator's Manual

Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
WARNING
injury, read operating instructions
carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual thor-
oughly. Failure to follow instruc-
tions could cause malfunction of
the machine and result in death,
READ OPERATOR'S
serious bodily injury and/or
MANUAL THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
property damage.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. Do not replace LP tank while machine is running.
5. All installations must comply with local codes.
Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company
or the selling dealer for specific details. If your
machine is rated 250 volts or less, single phase a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) will be
provided. If rated more than 250 volts, or more
than single phase this product should only be
connected to a power supply protected by a GFCI.
WARNING: Must be plugged into properly wired
three hole grounded outlet that accommodates
plug on power cord. Failure to comply could result
in electrical shock.
DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electro-
cution. Check with a qualified electrician or service
personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the product - if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electri-
cian. Do not use any type of adapter with this
product.
DANGER: Keep wand, hose, and
DANGER
water spray away from electric
wiring or fatal electric shock may
result.
6. To protect the operator from
electrical shock, the machine
must be electrically grounded.
KEEP WATER
It is the responsibility of the
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
owner to connect this machine
to a UL grounded receptacle of
proper voltage and amperage ratings. Do not spray
water on or near electrical components. Do not
touch machine with wet hands or while standing in
water. Always disconnect power before servicing.
6
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
IF GAS SMELL
PRESENT TURN OFF
SUPPLY
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE.
DO NOT ADD FUEL
WHEN OPERATING
MACHINE.
Do not store or use gasoline near this machine.
8. Keep operating area clear of all persons.
WARNING
USE PROTECTIVE
EYE WEAR
AND CLOTHING
WHEN OPERATING
THIS EQUIPMENT.
provide full protection.)
WARNING
EAR PROCTION
MUST BE WORN
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WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can
ignite, causing property damage
or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion —
Operate only where open flame or
torch is permitted.
WARNING: Risk of fire — Do not
change tanks when the product is
operating or still hot.
WARNING: Use vapor fuel only.
7. Oil burning appliances shall be
installed only in locations where
combustible dusts and flammable
gases or vapors are not present.
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds. To avoid
personal injury, eye, hand and
foot safety devices must be worn.
9. Always wear properly rated eye
protection such as safety
goggles or face shield while
spraying.
(Safety glasses do not
Warning: This machine exceeds
85 db . Appropriate ear protection
must be worn.