Important Safety Instruction - Homelite HPW2201 Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

INTENDED USE
The cleaner is to be used for removing stubborn dirt
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on vehicles, boats, buildings, etc.
For domestic use only, at temperatures above 0°C.
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WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or carbon monoxide
poisoning which will cause death or serious
personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT
KNOW YOUR TOOL. Read the operator's manual
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carefully. Learn the machine's applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
related to this tool.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
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Never operate the tool with any guard or cover
removed. Make sure all guards are operating
properly before each use.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
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Form habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, keep children
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and visitors away. All visitors should wear safety
glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area.
KEEP THE AREA OF OPERATION CLEAR OF ALL
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PERSONS, particularly small children, and pets.
DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE IN A CONFINED
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SPACE where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes
can collect. Carbon monoxide is a colourless,
odourless and an extremely dangerous gas and can
cause unconsciousness or death.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment
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to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a
purpose not intended.
DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,
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gloves, neckties, or jewellery. They can get caught
and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and
nonskid footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
DO NOT OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT WHILE
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BAREFOOT OR WHEN WEARING SANDALS
OR SIMILAR LIGHTWEIGHT FOOTWEAR. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and
improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
EXERCISE CAUTION TO AVOID SLIPPING OR
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FALLING.
ENGLISH
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
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SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.
DON'T OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTABLE
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SUPPORT. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The
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use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
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occur if the tool is tipped.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
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of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged must be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service centre
to avoid risk of personal injury.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
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TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
KEEP THE ENGINE AWAY FROM GRASS,
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LEAVES, OR GREASE to reduce the chance of a
fire hazard.
KEEP THE EXHAUST PIPE FREE OF FOREIGN
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OBJECTS.
F O L L O W
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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SAFE LOADING,
UNLOADING, TRANSPORT, AND STORAGE OF
MACHINE.
BE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH CONTROLS.
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Know how to stop the product and bleed pressure
quickly.
KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM
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OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, petrol, petroleum-
based products, or any solvents to clean tool.
STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch
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what you are doing and use common sense. Do not
operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
DO NOT OPERATE THE PRODUCT WHILE
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UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL,
OR ANY MEDICATION.
CHECK THE WORK AREA BEFORE EACH USE.
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Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass,
nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become
entangled in the machine.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN
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IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced
by an authorized service centre.
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