Safety Rules - Craftsman 580.768325 Operator's Manual

• Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting
or poisoning. The harmful elements may cause
property damage or severe injury.
• Do Not allow CHILDREN to operate the pressure
washer at any time.
• Operate engine only at governed speed. Running the
engine at excessive speeds increases the hazard of
personal injury. Do Not tamper with parts which may
increase or decrease the governed speed.
• Do Not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that
may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
• Before starting the pressure washer in cold weather,
check all parts of the equipment for ice formation.
Remove any ice before starting pressure washer.
• Never use a spray gun which does not have a trigger
lock or trigger guard in place and in working order.
• Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray
gun while the system is pressurized. Disconnecting
the hose while the unit is pressurized is dangerous.
• Units with broken or missing parts, or without
protective housing or covers, should NEVER be
operated.
• Check the fuel system for leaks or signs of
deterioration, such as chafed or spongy hose, loose
or missing clamps, or damaged tank or cap. Correct
all defects before operating the pressure washer.
• Do Not spray flammable liquids.
• Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance
that vapors may be inhaled. Read all instructions
with mask so you are certain the mask will provide
the necessary protection against inhaling harmful
vapors.
• Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants. The
high pressure stream of water that this equipment
produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues,
leading to serious injury and possible amputation.
• Never allow any part of the body to come in contact
with the fluid stream. Do Not come in contact with a
fluid stream created by a leak in the high pressure
hose.
• Always wear eye protection when you use this
equipment or when you are in the vicinity where the
equipment is in use.
• High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne.
THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT IS USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARDS. OBEY ALL SAFETY MESSAGES THAT FOLLOW THIS
SYMBOL TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY OR DEATH.

SAFETY RULES

• Do Not operate the pressure washer above the rated
pressure.
• Never move the machine by pulling on the high
pressure hose. Use the handle provided on the unit.
• Always be certain the spray gun, nozzles and
accessories are correctly attached.
• Do Not secure the spray gun in the (open) position.
• High pressure spray may damage fragile items
including glass. Do Not point spray gun at glass
when in the jet spray mode.
• Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand before you
start the unit. Failure to do so could result in an injury
from a whipping spray gun. Do Not leave the spray
gun unattended while the machine is running.
• The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and
drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to
slippery surfaces.
• Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal
electric shock may result.
• Do Not by–pass any safety device on this machine.
• The muffler and engine heat up during operation and
remain hot immediately after shutting it down. Avoid
contact with a hot muffler or engine as you could be
severely burned.
• Operate and store this unit on a stable surface.
• High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear,
kinking, abuse, etc. Water spraying from a leak is
capable of injecting material into skin. Inspect hose
each time before using it. Check all hoses for cuts,
leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, or damage or
movement of couplings. If any of these conditions
exist, replace hose immediately. Never repair high
pressure hose. Replace it with another hose that
meets maximum pressure rating of your unit.
• The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in
good condition before operating the pressure
washer. These components act as spark arrestors if
the engine backfires.
In the State of California a spark arrestor is required by
law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands.
NOTE: If you equip the muffler with a spark arrestor, it
must be maintained in effective working order. You can
order a spark arrestor through your authorized Sears
service dealer.
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