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SAFETY GUIDELINES
- DEFINITIONS
This manualcontainsinformation that is important f or you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting
YOUR SAFETYand PREVENTINGEQUIPMENTPROBLEMS.Tohelp you recognizethis information,we usethe symbols
below. Pleaseread the manualand pay attention to these sections.SAVETHESE DEFINrrloNS/INSTRUCTIONS.
A WARNING
indicates a potentially
hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, _
result in
death
or serious
iniurv.
A, DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious iniurv.
A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may resultin mi
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iniurv.
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Improper operation or maintenance
of this product could result in serious injury and property damage. Read and understand
all
warnings and operating instructions
before using.
HAZARD
RISK OF EXPLOSION
OR FIRE
RISK TO BREATHING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Spilled gasoline and its vapors can
become ignitedfrom cigarette
sparks, electrical arcing,exhaust
gases, and hot enginecomponents
such as the muffler.
• Heat will expand fuel in the tank
which could result in spillage and
possible fire explosion.
• Operating
the pressure washer in an
explosive
environment could result
in a fire.
•
Materials placed against or near the
pressure washer can interfere with
itsproper ventilationfeatures
causing overheatingand possible
ignitionof the materials.
Improperlystored fuel could lead to
accidental ignition. Fuel improperly
secured could get into the hands of
childrenor other unqualifiedpersons.
Breathing
exhaust fumes will cause
serious injury or death.
Some cleaning fluids contain sub-
stances which could cause injury to
skin, eyes, or lungs.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Shut off engine and allow itto cool
before adding fuel to the tank.
D
Use care in filling tank to avoid
spilling fuel. Move pressurewasher
away from fuelingarea before
startingengine.
Keep maximum fuel level V2below
top of tank to allow for expansion,
Operate and fuel equipment in well
ventilated areasfree from obstruc-
tions. Equip areas with fire
extinguishers suitable for gasoline
fires.
Never operate pressure washer in an
area containing dry brush or weeds.
Store fuel in container approvedfor
gasoline, in a secure location away
from work area,
Operate pressure washer in a well
ventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas
such as garages, basements
,etc.
Never operate unit in a location
occupied
by humans or animals.
Use only cleaning fluids specifically
recommended
for high pressure
washers.
Follow manufacturers
recommendations.
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