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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
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RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
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WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious injury or
death! Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.
• Some cleaning fluids contain substances which could
cause injury to skin, eyes or lungs.
RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
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WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• High-velocity fluid spray can cause objects to break,
propelling particles at high speed.
• Light or unsecured objects can become hazardous
projectiles.
RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION
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WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to
serious injury or death to you or others.
• If proper starting procedure is not followed, engine can
kickback causing serious hand and arm injury.
• The spray gun/wand is a powerful cleaning tool that could
look like a toy to a child.
• Reactive force of spray will cause gun/wand to kickback,
and could cause the operator to slip or fall or misdirect
the spray. Improper control of gun/wand can result in
injuries to self and others.
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HOW TO PREVENT IT
• 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 manufacturer's
recommendations. Do not use chlorine bleach or any
other corrosive compound.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Always wear ANSI-approved z87.1 safety glasses.
Wear protective clothing to protect against accidental
spraying.
• Never point wand at or spray people or animals.
• Always secure trigger lock when wand is not in service to
prevent accidental operation.
• Never permanently secure trigger in pull-back (open)
position.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Do not use chlorine bleach or any other corrosive
compound.
• Become familiar with the operation and controls of the
pressure washer.
• Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets and
obstacles.
• Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. Stay alert at all times.
• Never defect the safety features of this product.
• Do not operate machine with missing, broken or
unauthorized parts.
• Never leave wand unattached while unit is running.
• 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.
• Keep children away from the pressure washer at all
times.
• Do not overreach or stand on an unstable support.
• Do not use pressure washer while standing on a ladder.
• Grip gun/wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to
kickback when triggered.
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