Safety Warnings For Using Pressure Washers - PRETUL HILA-1300P Manual

Safety Warnings for
using Pressure Washers
• A certified electrician shall carry out the connection to the
power supply. It is recommended to include in said supply
a residual current device to interrupt the power supply if
the grounded leakage current is exceeding 30 mA per 30 s
or a device that delivers the ground circuit.
WARNING • This device has been designed to be
used with the cleaning agent supplied or recommended by
the manufacturer. Using other type od cleaning agents o
chemical substances may seriously affect the device safety.
WARNING • Do not use the device in the presence
of third parties unless wearing protective clothes.
WARNING • High-pressure jet may be dangerous if
misused. The jet shall not be aimed directly against any
living being, active electric equipment or the device.
• Do not aim the jet against yourselves or third parties to
clean clothes or shoes.
• Disconnect the device from the power supply before
carrying out user´s maintenance.
• The pressure washer shall not be used by children or
people with no training in its use.
• To guarantee the device safety, use original or factory
approved spare parts.
WARNING • High pressure nozzles, guards and
couplings are important for the device safety. Use only
nozzles, guard and couplings recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Do not use the device if the power cable of important
parts in the device show damage, for example, safety
devices, high-pressure nozzles, high-pressure gun, etc.
• If using an extension cord for the power cable, the plug
and power supply shall be constructed against water
seeping in.
WARNING • An inadequate extension cable
can be dangerous.
Correct way to operate the pressure washer
Wrong way to operate the pressure washer
Before operating de pressure washer
CAUTION • Pressurized spray is very powerful and
dangerous if misused. It is not recommended for painted
surfaces, wood surfaces or articles attached with adhesive.
WARNING • Do not use bleach, chloride, chemical
products or any other cleaner containing acid or that is not
specific for pressure washers. Otherwise the devise can be
seriously damaged.
• To minimize the amount of water entering in contact with
the pressure washer during the operation, set it as far as
possible from the place to be washed.
When operating the pressure washer
WARNING • Wear eye protection and thick clothes.
• When spraying, always use both hands to gain total
control of the lance.
WARNING
• Never touch the nozzle or the water
spray while the pressure washer is in operation.
• To allow free air circulation while being operated DO NOT
cover it.
WARNING • Keep all the connections dry an above
ground.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands
WARNING
After operating the pressure washer
• Disconnect the power cable when not using the pressure
washer and before removing the high-pressure hose.
CAUTION • When the pressure washer is not being
used and to prevent an accidental discharge, enable the
trigger lock in the spraying gun.
• Never make knots nor fold the high-pressure hose. It may
get damaged.
• Do not use or store this product when
CAUTION
temperature falls below 40 °F. The warranty will not cover
damage due to freezing.
Automatic stop
• The pressure washer is built with a stopping device that
detects when the spraying gun trigger is released. It opens
and electric circuit in the motor to stop the pressure washer.
• If the Automatic Stop fails, DO NO USE
WARNING
the pressure washer. Contact a
Authorized Service Center. Using the pressure washer in this
condition may damage the device and / or cause personal
injuries
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