Maxus MX5223 - Manual (Page 4)

5. Know how to stop this product and
bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
6. Stay alert – watch what you are
doing.
7. Do not operate the product when
fatigued or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
8. Keep operation area clear of all
persons.
9. Do not overreach or stand on
unstable support. Keep good footing
and balance at all times.
10. Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
Risk of
injection
or severe injury. Keep clear of nozzle.
Do not discharge streams at persons.
This product is to be used only by
trained operators. Always remove
lance from gun before cleaning debris
from tip.
• Keep clear of nozzle. NEVER direct
high pressure spray at a person,
animal, or yourself.
• Always wear safety glasses or
goggles and protective equipment
(hearing protection, gloves, rubber
boots, protective clothing) when
operating or performing
maintenance.
• Never put hand or fingers over the
spray tip while operating the unit.
• Never try to stop or deflect leaks
with any body part.
• Always engage the trigger safety
latch in the safe position when
spraying is stopped even if only for
a few moments.
• Always follow detergent
manufacturer’s label
recommendations for proper use of
detergents. Always protect eyes,
skin, and respiratory system from
detergent use.
Do not
use
pressure that exceeds the operating
pressure of any of the parts (hoses,
fittings, etc.) in the pressurized system.
Ensure all equipment and accessories
are rated to withstand the maximum
working pressure of the unit.
Explosion
hazard.
• NEVER spray flammable liquids or
use pressure washer in areas
containing combustible dust,
liquids, or vapors.
• Never operate this machine in a
closed building or in or near an
explosive environment.
• Do not remove fuel tank cap or fill
fuel tank while engine is hot or
running (allow engine to cool two
minutes before refueling). Always
fill the tank slowly.
• Never disconnect the high pressure
discharge hose from the machine
while the system is pressurized. To
depressurize machine, turn power
and water supply off, then press the
gun trigger 2-3 times.
• Never permanently engage the
trigger mechanism on the gun.
• Never operate the machine without
all components properly connected
to the machine (handle, gun/wand
assembly, nozzle, etc.).
Equipment
damage.
• ALWAYS turn water supply “ON”
before turning pressure washer
“ON.” Running pump dry causes
serious damage.
• Do not operate the pressure washer
with the inlet water screen
removed. Keep screen clear of debris
and sediment.
• NEVER operate pressure washer
with broken or missing parts. Check
equipment regularly and repair or
replace worn or damaged parts
immediately.
• Use only the nozzle supplied with
this machine.
• Never leave the wand unattended
while the machine is running.
• Never tamper with the engine
governor or attempt to alter factory
settings. Altering factory settings
could damage the unit and will void
the warranty.
• Always hold gun and wand firmly
when starting and operating the
machine.
• NEVER allow the unit to run with
the trigger released (off) for more
than one minute. Resulting heat
buildup will damage the pump.
• NEVER store the pressure washer
outdoors or where it could freeze.
Freezing temperatures can seriously
damage the pump.
• Release the trigger when changing
from high to low pressure modes.
Failure to do so could result in
damage to the nozzle.
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Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that
is very important to know and
understand. This information is
provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help
recognize this information, observe the
following symbols.
Danger
indicates
an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, WILL result in
death or serious injury.
Warning
indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, COULD result in death or
serious injury.
Caution
indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, MAY result in minor or
moderate injury.
Notice
indicates
important information, that if not
followed, may cause damage to
equipment.
NOTE: Information that requires special
attention.
Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
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product or
its power cord may contain chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
When using this product, basic
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the
product.
2. To reduce the risk of injury, close
supervision is necessary when the
product is used near children.
3. Follow all safety codes as well as the
Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
4. Ensure safety devices are operating
properly before each use. DO NOT
remove or modify any part of the
gun or unit.
Safety and Warning Information
Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
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