Simpson V3100 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
5
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Unsafe operation of your pressure washer
could lead to serious death to you or others.
Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corro-
sive compound.
Become familiar with the operation and con-
trols of the pressure washer.
Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets,
and obstacles.
Do not operate the product when fatigued or
under the infl uence of alcohol or drugs. Stay
alert at all times.
Never defeat the safety features of this product.
Do not operate machine with missing, broken,
or unauthorized parts.
Never leave wand unattended while unit is run-
ning.
If proper starting procedure is not followed,
engine can kickback causing serious hand and
arm injury.
If engine does not start after two pulls, squeeze
trigger of gun to relieve pump pressure. Pull
starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then
pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent
hand or arm injury.
The spray gun/wand is a powerful tool that
could look like a toy to a child
Keep children away from the pressure washer
at all times.
Reactive force of spray will cause gun/wand to
kickback, and could cause the operator to slip
and fall or misdirect the spray. Improper control
of gun/wand can result in injuries to self and
others.
Do not overreach or stand on an unstable sup-
port.
Do not use pressure washer while standing on
a ladder.
Grip gun/wand fi rmly with both hands. Expect
the gun to kickback when triggered