Owner's manual

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s a f e t y
WARNING
Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result in
bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm toward
engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could
result.
Keep hands and body clear from discharge of pump.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then
pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• Secure discharge hose to avoid whipping.
WARNING
Contact with muffler area can result in serious burns.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures
or damage fuel tank causing a fire.
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all sides of pressure
washer including overhead.
WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts can entangle hands,
hair, clothing, or accessories.
• NEVER place hands or body parts inside of running pump or hoses.
• Never operate water pump without protective housing or covers.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing or anything that may be caught in the
starter or other rotating parts.
• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.