DeWalt DCPW550 - Important Safety Instructions; Save These Instructions; Additional Safety Information

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Additional Safety Information
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WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury couldresult.
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WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED
SAFETYEQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.
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WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers,
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides andpesticides,
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treatedlumber.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved
safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopicparticles.
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WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse
dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or
other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory
protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles
away from face andbody.
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WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during
use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from
this product may contribute to hearingloss.
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CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on
a stable surface where it will not cause a tripping or
falling hazard. Some tools with a large battery pack will
stand upright but may be easily knockedover.
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
movingparts.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: When using this appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed including
thefollowing:
• Read all the instructions before using theproduct.
• To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary
when a product is used nearchildren.
• Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with thecontrols.
• Stay alert – watch what you aredoing.
• Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol ordrugs.
• Keep operating area clear of allpersons.
• Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep
good footing and balance at alltimes.
• Follow the maintenance instructions specified in
themanual.
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WARNING: Risk of Injection or Injury– Do Not Direct
Discharge Stream atPersons.
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WARNING: Risk of Injection or Severe Injury – Keep Clear
of Nozzle – Do Not Direct Discharge Stream at Persons – This
Product Is to be Used Only By TrainedOperators.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: Read this entire manual before attempting to
assemble, operate or install the product.
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WARNING: This unit was designed for specific
applications. It should not be modified and/or used for any
application other than that which it was designed.
NOTICE: Always store your pressure washer in a location
where the temperature will not fall below40°F(4°C). Freeze
damage is not covered by thewarranty.
1 . Avoid accidental starts. Move switch on unit to OFF
position before connecting or disconnecting batterypack.
2 . Water spray must never be directed towards any electric
wiring or fatal electric shock mayoccur.
3 . The narrow pin point stream is very powerful. It is not
recommended for use on painted surfaces, wood surfaces or
items attached with an adhesivebacking.
4 . Keep operating area clear of all persons andanimals.
5 . Always use both hands when operating pressure washer to
maintain complete control of thewand.
6 . Do not touch nozzle or water spray while operating.
Never place hands in front ofnozzle.
7 . Wear safety goggles while operating. Wear protective
clothing and footwear to protect against accidentalspraying.
8 . Disconnect battery pack when not in use and prior to
the detaching of the high pressure hose.
9 . Do not operate or store this product in temperatures
below 40°F(4°C). Freeze damage is not covered by
thewarranty.
10 . Carefully observe all chemical instructions and
warnings before using. Use only approved pressure
washer cleaners. Do not use bleach, chlorine, or any
cleaners containing acids. Always follow manufacturer's
label recommendations for proper use of cleaners. Always
protect eyes, skin and respiratory system fromcleaners.
11 . The pressure washer should not be used in areas
where gas vapors may be present. An electric spark could
cause an explosion orfire.
12 . To prevent accidental discharge, the spray gun should be
secured by locking the trigger when not inuse.
13 . Use only hoses and accessories rated for pressure
higher than your pressure washer’s psi. Never use with
any other manufacturer’s accessories orcomponents.
14 . Never defeat the safety features of thisproduct.
15 . Do not operate machine with missing, broken or
unauthorisedparts.
16 . Never spray flammable liquids or use pressure washer in
areas containing combustible dust, liquid, or vapors.
g ) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk offire.
6) Service
a ) Have your pressure washer serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the pressure washer
ismaintained.
b ) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of
battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer
or authorized serviceproviders.