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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information that isimportant for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting
YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.Tohelp you recognize this information, we use the symbols
below. Please readthe manual and pay attention to these sections. SAVETHESE DEFINITIONS/INSTRUCTIONS.
,& WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
_, DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
_, CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, _ result in minor or moderate
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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 ignited from cigarette
sparks, electrical arcing, exhaust
gases, and hot engine components
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
its proper ventilation features
causing overheating and possible
ignition of the materials.
Improperly stored fuel could lead to
accidental ignition. Fuel improperly
secured could get into the hands of
children or other unqualified persons.
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 it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank.
• Use care in filling tank to avoid
spilling fuel. Move pressure washer
away from fueling area before
starting engine.
• Keep maximum fuel level 1/2"below
top of tank to allow for expansion.
• Operate and fuel equipment in well
ventilated areas free 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 approved for
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.