Craftsman 919.769020 - Manual (Page 4)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (cont’d)
HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
AWARNINO
RISK OF UNSAFE
OPERATION
Unsafe operation of your pressure
washer could lead to serious injury
or death to you or others.
The spray gun/wand is a powerful
cleaning tool that could look like a
toy to a child.
Reactive force of spray will cause
gun/wand to move, and could cause
the operator to slip or fall, or
misdirect the spray. Improper control
of gun/wand can result in injuries to
self and others.
Become familiar v^/ith the operation
and controls of the pressure washer.
Keep children away from the
pressure washer at ati times.
Never defeat the safety features of this
product.
Do not operate machine with missing,
broken, or unauthorized parts.
Never leave wand unattended while
unit is running.
Keep work area free of obstacles.
Stand on a stable surface and grip gun/
wand firmly. Expect the gun to kick
when triggered.
A
warning
RISK OF INJURY FROM
SPRAY
High velocity fluid spray can cause
objects to break, propelling particles
at high speed.
Light or unsecured objects can become
hazardous projectiles.
Always wear ANSI approved Z87 safety
glasses. Wear protective clothing to
protect against accidental spraying.
Never point wand at, or spray people or
animals.
Always secure trigger lock when wand
is not in service to prevent accidental
operation.
Never permanently secure trigger in pul!
back (open) position.
A warning
RISK OF
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
Spray directed at electrical outlets or
switches, or objects connected to an
electrical circuit, could result in a fatal
electrical shock. Unplug any electrically operated
product before attempting to clean it.
Direct spray away from electric outlets
and switches.
A warning
RISK OF FLUID INJECTION
Your washer operates at fluid
pressures and velocities high enough
to penetrate human and animal flesh,
which could result in amputation or
other serious injury. Leaks caused by
loose fittings or worn or damaged
hoses can result in injection injuries.
DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION AS
A SIMPLE CUT! See a physician
immediately!
Relieve system pressure before
attempting maintenance or disassem­
bly of equipment.
Never place hands in front of nozzle.
Direct spray away from self and others.
Make sure hose and fittings are
tightened and in good condition. Never
hold onto the hose or fittings during
operation.
Do not allow hose to contact muffler.
Never attach or remove wand or hose
fittings while system is pressurized.
Use only hose and high pressure
accessories rated for 2600 PSI service.
To relieve system pressure, shut off
engine, turn off water supply, and pull
gun trigger until water stops flowing.
A warning
RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN
Use of acids, toxic or corrosive
chemicals, poisons, insecticides, or
any kind of flammable solvent with this
product could result in serious injury
or death.
Do not use acids, gasoline, kerosene, or
any other flammable materials in this
product. Use only household
detergents, cleaners and degreasers
recommended for use in pressure
washers.
Wear protective clothing to protect
eyes and skin from contact with
sprayed materials.