Powermate PWF0102000.03 - Manual (Page 4)

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The following Safety Precautions apply whenever using,
storing or servicing Pro Force® Pressure Washers or their
engines to reduce the possibility of personal injury.
Overlooking or ignoring these precautions can lead to personal
injury or product damage.
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• Read this manual carefully. Know your equipment.
Consider applications, potential hazards and
limitations for your unit.
• Know your equipment. Consider the applications,
limitations, and the potential hazards specific to your
unit.
• Store the pressure washer in a well ventilated area
with the fuel tank empty. Fuel should not be stored
near the pressure washer.
• Never operate under theses conditions:
a. A noticeable change in engine speed.
b. A noticeable loss of pressure.
c. The engine misfires.
d. Smoke or flames are present.
e. Enclosed compartment.
f. Excessive vibration.
g. Rain or inclement weather.
• Water spray must never be directed towards any
electric wiring or directly towards the pressure
washer.
• Do not allow the hose to come in contact with hot
muffler.
• Equipment must be placed on a firm, supporting
surface.
• Remove the spark plug or cable from the spark plug
to prevent accidental starting when not in use or
prior to detaching the high pressure hose.
• Keep the pressure washer clean and free of oil, mud
and other foreign matter.
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or anything that
may be caught in the engine.
• Never direct spray at people or pets.
• Never allow children to operate pressure washer at
any time.
• Use both hands to control the wand.
• Do not touch nozzle or water spray while operating.
• Wear safety goggles while operating.
• Only approved hoses and nozzles should be used.
• The trigger gun must not be jammed in “ON”
position during operation.
• Never tie knots or kink the high pressure hose.
• All hose connections must be properly sealed.
• Prior to starting the pressure washer in cold weather,
be sure ice has not formed in any part of the
equipment.
• Use only recommended chemicals.
• Outdoors use only.
• Place the pressure washer away from cleaning site
during operation.
• To prevent accidental discharge, the spray gun should
be secured by locking trigger when not in use.
• Do not run the pressure washer for more than five
minutes without depressing the trigger or damage to
the pump may result.
• Check the fuel system periodically for leaks or signs
of deterioration such as chafed or spongy hose, loose
or missing clamps, or damaged tank or cap. All
defects should be corrected before operation.
• Do not touch hot muffler.
• Service, operate and refuel under the following
conditions.
a. Good ventilation.
b. Refuel the pressure washer in a well lighted area.
c. Avoid fuel spills and never refuel while the
pressure washer is running.
d. Avoid an ignition source when refueling.
e. Use lead free fuel with a minimum of 85 octane.
• Do not smoke near the pressure washer.
• Do not use damaged high-pressure hoses.