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PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Pressure Washer.
All information in this manual is based on the latest prod-
uct information available at the time of printing.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time with-
out incurring any obligation.
This machine was designed for maximum
use of 1 hour a day, 5 days a week.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer. Warning information
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions
and warnings shall be read to and discussed with the
operator in the operator’s native language by the pur-
chaser/owner, making sure that the operator compre-
hends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual thor-
oughly. Failure to follow in-
structions could cause mal-
function of the machine and
result in death, serious bodily
injury and/or property dam-
age.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressures
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert – watch what your are doing.
4. All installations must comply with local codes. Con-
tact your electrician, plumber, utility company or the
selling distributor for specific details. To comply with
the National Electrical code (NFPA 70) and provide
additional protection from risk of electric shock, this
pressure washer is equipped with a UL approved
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) power cord.
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ig-
nite, causing property damage or
severe injury. Do not spray flam-
mable liquids.
5. Risk of explosion - do not spray
flammable liquids or operate in
an explosive location. Operate
only where open flame or torch
is permitted.
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electrical wiring or fa-
tal electric shock may result.
6.
WARNING: To protect the
operator from electrical
shock, the machine must be
electrically grounded. It is
the responsibility of the
owner to connect this ma-
chine to a UL grounded
receptacle of proper voltage and amperage rat-
ings. Do not spray water on or near electrical
components. Do not touch machine with wet
hands or while standing in water. Always dis-
connect power before servicing.
7. Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands be-
fore starting the pressure washer. Failure to do this
could result in injury from a whipping wand.
WARNING: Equipment can pro-
duce a high pressure stream of
fluid that can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to se-
rious injury and possible ampu-
tation.
8. High pressure developed by
these machines will cause per-
sonal injury or equipment
damage. Use caution when operating. Do not di-
rect discharge stream at people, or severe injury or
death will result.
9. Never make adjustments on machine while in op-
eration.
WARNING: High pressure can
cause paint chips or other par-
ticles to become airborne and fly
at high speeds.
10. Eye safety devices, foot pro-
tection and protective clothing
must be worn when using this
equipment.
11. Machines with spray gun should not be operated
with the trigger in the off position for extensive peri-
ods of time as this may cause damage to the pump.
12. The best insurance against an accident is precau-
tion and knowledge of the machine.
WARNING
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
WARNING
KEEP WATER
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
WARNING
HIGH PRESSURE
STREAM CAN
PIERCE SKIN AND
TISSUES.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT SPRAY
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS.
WARNING
USE PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING WHEN
OPERATING.
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