Craftsman 580.751781 - Manual (Page 2)

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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PUVCE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON*
TACT SPARK PLUG, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING,
ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER. A
TRAINING:
® Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monox­
ide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient
concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even
death. Operate this equipment only in the open airwhere
adequate ventilation Is available.
o WARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals, known, in certain quantifies, to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
® Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are EX­
PLOSIVE. Do not permit smoWng, open flames, sparks
or heat in the vicinity while handling gasoline. Avoid
spilling gasoline on a hot engine. Allow unit to cool for 2
minutes before rekteling. Comply with all laws regulating
storage and handling of gasoline
® Locate this pressure washer in areas away from combus­
tible materials, combustible fumes or dust.
® The high pressure equipment is designed to be used with
Sears authorized parts only, if you use this equipment
with parts that do not comply with minimum specifications,
the user assumes ail risks and liabilities
B Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled
or Ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting or poisoning
The harmful elements may cause property damage or
severe Injury.
® Do not allow CHILDREN to operate the Pressure Washer
at any time.
PREPARATION:
® Operate engine only at governed speed Running the
engine at excessive speeds increases the hazard of
personal injury. Do not tamper with parts which may
increase or decrease the governed speed.
® Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may
be caught In the starter or ottier rotating parts.
® Before starting the Pressure Washer in cold weather,
check all parte of the equipment and be sure ice has not
formed there.
® Units with broken or missing parts, or without protective
housing or covers should NEVER be operated.
B The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in good
condition before operating the Pressure Washer, These
components act as spark arrestors if the engine backfires.
® Check the fuel system for leaks or signs of deterioration
such as chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps
or damaged tank or cap. Correct ail defects before oper­
ating the Pressure Washer.
OPERATION:
B Do not spray flammable liquids.
® Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants,
B Never allow any part of the body to come in contact with
the fluid stream. DO NOT come in contact with a fluid
stream created by a leak in the high pressure hose
® High pressure stream of fluid that this equipment can
produce can pierce skin and its underlying tissues, lead­
ing to serious injury and possible amputation.
® High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other par­
ticles to become airborne and fly at high speeds,
e Always wear eye protection when you use this equipment
or when you are in the vicinity where the equipment is in
use,
a Operate the pressure at no more tfian the PSI fluid
pressure rated for your pressure washer.
® Never move the machine by puiling on the high pressure
hose. Use the handle provided on the top of the unit.
B Always be certain the spray gun, nozzles and accessories
are correctly attached.
B Never use a spray gun whicfi does not have a trigger lock
or trigger guard in place and in working order.
a Use a respirator ormask whenever there is a chance that
vapors may be inhaled. Read all instructions with the
mask so you are certain the mask will provide the neces­
sary protection against inhaling harmful vapors
® High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass. Do not point spray gun at glass when in the jet
spray mode.
B Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun
white the system is pressurized. Disconnecting the hose
while the unit is pressurized is dangerous.
® Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand before you start
the unit. Failure to do so could result in an injury from a
whipping spray gun. Do not leave the spray gun unat­
tended while the machine is running,
® The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and
drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery
surfaces.
® Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric
shock may result.
® Do not adjust unloader valve to a pressure in excess of
machine rating.
® Do not secure trigger gun in the pull-back (open) position.
® Do not by-pass any safety device on this machine.
B Do not leave trigger closed for more than 5 minutes with
engine running This could damage the pump.
® The muffler and engine heat up during operation and
remain hot immediately after shutting it down. Avoid
contact with a hot muffler or engine or you could be
severely burned,
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:
® Operate and store this unit on a stable surface.
® High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking,
abuse, etc. Water spraying from a leak is capable of
injecting materia! into skin, Inspect hose each time before
using it. Check all hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasions or
bulging of cover, or damage or movement of couplings. If
any of these conditions exist, replace tiose Immediately,
Never repair high pressure hose. Replace it with another
hose that meets minimum pressure rating of your pres­
sure washer.
A LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS “ATTENTION!!! BE­
COME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.”