Introduction & Important Safety Information - Hotsy 558 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer's operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer. Warning information
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer's instructions
and warnings shall be read to and discussed with
the operator in the operator's native language by the
purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator com-
prehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers' instructions.
The operator must know how to stop the machine
quickly and understand the operation of all controls.
Never permit anyone to operate the engine without
proper instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it
if machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number. Use only identical replacement
parts.
This machine is to be used only by trained
operators.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual
READ OPERATOR'S
MANUAL THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. Do not replace LP tank while machine is run-
ning.
5. All installations must comply with local codes.
Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company
or the selling distributor for specific details.
thoroughly. Failure to follow
instructions could cause mal-
function of the machine and
result in death, serious bodily
injury and/or property damage.
HOTSY 558 • 8.914-369.0 • Rev. 5/11
DANGER: Improper connection of the equip-
ment-grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrocution. Check with a qualified electri-
cian or service personnel if you are in doubt as
to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the product
- if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician. Do not use
any type of adaptor with this product.
WARNING: Keep wand, hose, and
WARNING
water spray away from electric
wiring or fatal electric shock may
result.
6. To protect the operator from
KEEP WATER
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
chine to a UL grounded receptacle of proper volt-
age and amperage ratings. Do not spray water
on or near electrical components. Do not touch
machine with wet hands or while standing in water.
Always disconnect power before servicing.
WARNING: Flammable liquids can
WARNING
create fumes which can ignite,
causing property damage or se-
vere injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
— Operate only where open flame
RISK OF EXPLOSION: or torch is permitted.
IF GAS SMELL
PRESENT TURN OFF
SUPPLY
WARNING: Risk of fire — Do not
WARNING
change tanks when the prod-
uct is operating or still hot.
WARNING: Use vapor fuel only.
7. Gas appliances shall be in-
RISK OF FIRE.
DO NOT ADD FUEL
WHEN OPERATING
MACHINE.
8. Keep operating area clear of all persons.
WARNING: High pressure spray
WARNING
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds. To avoid per-
sonal injury, eye, hand and foot
safety devices must be worn.
USE PROTECTIVE 9. E ye, hand, and foot protec-
EYE WEAR
AND CLOTHING
WHEN OPERATING
THIS EQUIPMENT.
electrical shock, the machine
must be electrically grounded.
It is the responsibility of the
owner to connect this ma-
stalled only in locations where
combustible dusts and flam-
mable gases or vapors are not
present. Do not store or use
gasoline near this machine.
tion must be worn when
u s i n g t h i s e q u i p m e n t .
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