Use and Care Manual

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Owner’s Manual
Pressure Washer
The following safety precautions apply whenever using, storing, or servicing your
pressure washer to reduce the possibility of personal injury.
Overlooking or ignoring these precautions can lead to personal injury or product
damage.
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hazards and limitations for your unit.
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application other than which it is designed for.
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should not be stored near the pressure washer.
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a. A noticeable change in engine speed.
b. A noticeable loss of pressure.
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e. Enclosed area.
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towards the pressure washer.
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when not in use, or prior to detaching the high pressure hose.
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Owner’s Manual
General Precautions (cont’d)
• Keep the pressure washer clean and free of oil, mud and other foreign matter.
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or anything that may be caught in the engine.
• Never direct spray at people or animals.
• Never allow children to operate pressure washer at any time.
• Use both hands to control the wand.
• Do not touch the nozzle or water spray while operating.
• Wear safety goggles while operating.
• Only approved hoses and nozzles should be used.
• Do not kink the high pressure hose.
• All hose connections must be properly sealed.
• In extremely cold conditions, prior to starting be sure ice has not formed in any part of
the pressure washer.
• Use only recommended chemicals.
• Outdoor use only.
• Place pressure washer away from cleaning site during operation.
• To prevent accidental discharge, the spray gun should be secured by locking the
trigger when not in use.
• Do not run the pressure washer more than 5 minutes without depressing the trigger
or damage to the pump may occur.
• Check the pressure washers periodically for damage, leaks or signs of deterioration.
All defects should be corrected before operating the pressure washer.