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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. DO NOT point the spray at other people, animals, electrical equipment or the
machine itself.
2. DO NOT hold your finger over the high pressure nozzle.
3. DO NOT let children or untrained personnel use this machine.
4. DO NOT operate the machine with any of the covers removed.
5. DO NOT try to repair this machine. Always refer to your CLARKE service
department for all repairs.
6. DO NOT supply any liquid other than water to the water inlet.
7. DO NOT use the detergent pickup facility to introduce flammable liquids/
solvents, e.g. paint thinners, petrol, oil as there is a risk of explosion.
8. ALWAYS release the remaining pressure in the system turn off the water supply
and operate the trigger before you remove hoses or accessories.
9. ALWAYS keep the machine dry and away from the water spray.
10. ALWAYS use protective clothing and safety glasses. Loose particles and other
items can be propelled at high speed by the water spray.
11. ALWAYS hold the gun securely and expect it to ‘kick’ when you pull the
trigger.
12. ALWAYS respect the requirements of the local water company. Pressure
washers may only be connected to the mains water supply if a system
separator (also known as a backflow preventer) is installed in the supply hose.
13. ALWAYS disconnect from the water supply, and make sure that you drain the
system when not in use. Keep in a cool dry location.
14. ONLY use detergents that are suitable for pressure washers, we recommend
that you use CLARKE Traffic Film Remover or CLARKE Wash and WAX
(available from your dealer).
15. WARNING High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important for the
safety of the machine. Use only hoses, fittings and couplings recommended
by the manufacturer.
16. WARNING Water that passes through a system separator (also known as a
backflow preventer) is not safe to drink.
17. DO NOT use the pressure washer if there is damage to the inlet/outlet hose or
the machine
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WARNING: Water at high pressure can be dangerous and can cause
damage if the operator is careless. Never allow anyone to operate this
pressure washer unless they are familiar with the safety precautions.