Important Safety Instructions - GreenWorks 51012 Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

W A R N I N G
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
W A R N I N G
When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
• To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when a product is used near
children.
• Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop the product and release pressure
quickly.
• Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not
operate product when you are tired. Do not rush.
• Do not operate the product while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medication.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.
• Don't overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this manual.
• This product is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter built into the power cord
plug. If replacement of the plug or cord is needed, use only identical replacement parts.
W A R N I N G
Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct discharge stream at people or animals.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION
• This pressure washer is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) built into the
plug of the power supply cord. This device provides additional protection from the risk of
electric shock. Should replacement of the plug or cord become necessary, use only identical
replacement parts that include GFCI protection.
SERVICING OF A DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE
• In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding.
No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for
grounding be added to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme
care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double insulated product must be identical to the parts they replace.
A double-insulated product is marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or "DOUBLE
INSULATED." The symbol
EXTENSION CORDS
• Do not use with extension cord. Plug directly into receptacle.
W A R N I N G
To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch
plug with wet hands.
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