Patron PHG-40 - Important Safety Warnings; Safety Warnings and Symbols Overview; Hazard Symbols and Meanings

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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
explosion fire
toxic fumes
hot surface
flying objects injection
moving parts
electric shock
DANGER
This is indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
This indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in a severe injury or property
damage.
CAUTION
This indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in a minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
This indicates a situation that could result in equipment damage or damage to other
property. Ensure all safety messages are observed and adhered to.
HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS
DANGER
• Always operate the pressure washer in a well-ventilated area free of ammable vapors, combustible
dust, gases, or other combustible materials.
• Do not store the pressure washer near an open ame or any equipment such as a stove, furnace, water
heater, etc., which utilizes a pilot light or sparking device.
• Do not use this pressure washer to spray ammable material.
• Do not smoke while lling burner fuel tank.
• Never ll the fuel tanks while the pressure washer is running or hot. Allow unit to cool for two minutes.
• Always refuel slowly to avoid the possibility of spilled fuel which may cause a risk of re.
• Always leave room for fuel to expand in the gas tank. Do not overll.
• Engine Fuel Tank: If using a Gasoline Engine, refuel with gasoline only. Do not use diesel or kerosene.
• Burner Fuel Tank (Black): When refueling the Burner Fuel Tank, use No. 1 or No. 2 fuel oil/diesel or
kerosene. Do not use gasoline.
• Do not operate the unit if gasoline or diesel fuel is spilled. Wipe the pressure washer clean and move it
away from the spill. Avoid creating any ignition until the gasoline or diesel fuel has evaporated.
• When the battery is being activated, hydrogen and oxygen gases in the battery are extremely explosive.
Keep open sparks and ames away from the battery at all times, especially when charging.
• Be certain to disconnect the battery ground terminal before servicing. When disconnecting the cable
from the battery, start with the negative terminal. When connecting them, start with the positive cable.
• When charging the battery, remove the battery vent plugs.
• Use only a voltmeter or hydrometer to check a battery charge.
• DO NOT jump start the battery unless both batteries are of equal voltage and amperage.