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8. When starting engine, position yourself as recommended
in Figure 11 and start engine according to instructions
given in engine user’s manual.Also see operating
instructions tag located on the pressure washer.
NOTE: Always keep the throttle lever in the “Fast”
position when operating the pressure washer.
How to Stop Your Pressure Washer
1. Let engine idle for two minutes.
2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in
engine user’s manual.
3. Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve trapped
pressure in hose to avoid injury.
NOTE: A small amount of water will squirt out when
pressure is released.
4. Engage trigger lock on spray gun when not in use.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt
and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• If engine starts and fails to continue to run or if increased
resistance is felt during starting pull attempts, squeeze trigger
on spray gun.
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will
pull hand and arm toward engine faster than
you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could
result.
WARNING
Section 4: Operation
Figure 11 - Recommended Starting Position
• Keep high pressure hose connected to pump and spray gun
while system is pressurized.
• Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve trapped pressure,
every time you stop engine. Engage trigger lock on spray gun.
The high pressure stream of water that this
equipment produces can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
Spray gun retains high pressure when pressure
washer is shut down and water is disconnected,
which can cause injury.
WARNING
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• The pressure washer must be at least 5 feet from structures
having combustible walls and/or other combustible materials.
• Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of pressure
washer for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.
• Reflective exhaust heat may damage fuel tank causing fire.
• Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, and
Public Property require equipment powered by an internal
combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in
effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service
standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the State of California a
spark arrester is required under section 4442 of the California
Public resources code. Other states may have similar laws.
Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
150°F (65°C).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush,
etc. can catch fire.
WARNING