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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
n NEVER DIRECT A WATER STREAM TOWARDS
PEOPLE OR PETS, OR ANY ELECTRICAL
DEVICE.
n BEFORE STARTING ANY CLEANING OPERATION,
close doors and windows. Clear the area to be cleaned
of debris, toys, outdoor furniture, or other objects that
could create a hazard.
n NEVER PICK UP OR CARRY A MACHINE WHILE THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING.
n NEVER START THE MACHINE if ice has formed in
any part of the equipment.
n DO NOT USE ACIDS, ALKALINES, SOLVENTS,
FLAMMABLE MATERIAL, OR INDUSTRIAL GRADE
SOLUTIONS in this product. These products can cause
physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage
to the machine.
n ALWAYS OPERATE THE MACHINE on a level surface.
If the engine is at an incline, it could seize due to
improper lubrication (even at the maximum oil level).
n WARNING: HIGH PRESSURE JETS CAN BE
DANGEROUS IF SUBJECT TO MISUSE. The jet
must not be directed at persons, animals, electrical
devices, or the machine itself.
n NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS
WHILE THE ENGINE (MOTOR) IS RUNNING (except
where specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
n PROTECTIVE COVERS MUST ALWAYS COVER
ROTATING PARTS WHEN THE ENGINE IS
RUNNING.
n KEEP COOLING AIR INTAKE (recoil starter area) and
muffler side of the engine at least 3 feet away from
buildings, obstructions, and other burnable objects.
n KEEP THE ENGINE AWAY FROM FLAMMABLES AND
OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
n KEEP AWAY FROM HOT PARTS. The muffler and other
engine parts become very hot, use caution.
n DO NOT TOUCH THE SPARK PLUG AND IGNITION
CABLE when starting and operating the engine.
n CHECK FUEL HOSES AND JOINTS for looseness
and fuel leakage before each use.
n CHECK BOLTS AND NUTS for looseness before each
use. A loose bolt or nut may cause serious engine
problems.
n ALWAYS REFUEL OUTDOORS. Never refuel indoors or
in a poorly ventilated area.
n NEVER STORE THE MACHINE WITH FUEL IN THE
FUEL TANK INSIDE A BUILDING where ignition sources
are present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes
dryers, and the like.
n IF THE FUEL TANK HAS TO BE DRAINED, DO THIS
OUTDOORS.
n
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND BURN INJURY,
handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
n
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE HANDLING FUEL.
n ADD FUEL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the
engine is running or when the engine is hot.
n
LOOSEN FUEL CAP SLOWLY to release pressure and
to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
n REPLACE ALL FUEL TANK AND CONTAINER CAPS
SECURELY.
n
WIPE SPILLED FUEL FROM THE UNIT. Move 30 feet
away from refueling site before starting engine.
n IF FUEL IS SPILLED, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have
dissipated.
n
NEVER ATTEMPT TO BURN OFF SPILLED FUEL
UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
n
BEFORE STORING, ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL.
n STORE FUEL IN A COOL, WELL-VENTILATED AREA,
safely away from spark and/or flame-producing equip-
ment.
n STORE FUEL IN CONTAINERS specifically designed for
this purpose.
n
EMPTY FUEL TANK AND RESTRAIN THE UNIT FROM
MOVING before transporting in a vehicle.
n WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL RYOBI
REPLACEMENT PARTS. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
n USE COLD WATER ONLY.
n MAKE SURE MINIMUM CLEARANCE of 3 feet is main-
tained from combustible materials.
n SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone
this tool, loan them these instructions also.