Euro-Pro VPW40 - Manual (Page 3)

SAFETY & WARNING INSTRUCTIONS
For safety reasons, it is recommended that you read this manual before
attempting to operate this appliance. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in personal injury or equipment problems. To help recognize note the
following symbols:
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, WILL result in
death or serious injury.
1. Read all instructions before using the
product.
2. To reduce the risk of injury, close
supervision is necessary when this
product is used near children.
3. Always disconnect power (electric units)
before disassembling, repairing or
changing attachments on the unit.
4. Follow all safety codes as well as the
Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
5. Ensure safety devices are operating
properly before each use. DO NOT
remove or modify any part of the gun or
unit.
6. Know how to stop this unit and relieve
pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls.
7. Stay alert - Watch what you are doing.
8. Do not operate this unit when fatigued or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
DANGER
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, COULD result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, MAY result in
death or serious injury.
NOTE: Information that requires special
attention.
Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE
INSTRUCITONS
When using this product, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the
following:
DANGER
9. Keep operation area clear of all persons.
10. Do not overreach or stand on unstable
support. Keep good footing and balance
at all times.
11. Follow maintenance instructions
specified in this manual.
12. This product shall be connected to a
power supply receptacle protected by a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
(electric power washers only).
13. If product is provided with a GFCI, be
sure to inspect the cord and GFCI prior
to use. Any repair or replacement of the
power cord must be performed by a
qualified (licensed or certified) electrical
technician.
WARNING
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 any person, animal or
self.
• Always wear safety goggles or glasses
and protective clothing when operating,
performing maintenance or changing
accessories.
• Never put hands 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 minutes.
• Always follow detergent manufacturer's
label recommendations for proper use of
detergents. Always protect eyes, skin and
respiratory system from detergent use.
WARNING
SERVICING OF A DOUBLE-INSULATED
APPLIANCE.
In a double-insulated product, two systems
of insulation are provided instead of
grounding. No grounding means are
provided for a double-insulated product, nor
should grounding means be added to the
product. Servicing a double-insulated
product requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system and should be
done only by qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double-insulated
product must be identical to the
original parts. A double-insulated
product is marked with the words
" double Insulation" or "Double
Insulated". Product may also be
marked with symbol shown.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION
PRESSURE
WASHER WILL
NOT START WHEN
THE ON/OFF
SWITCH IS IN THE
"ON" POSITION
1. Electrical socket is faulty or
breaker has tripped.
2. Voltage is inadequate.
3. GFCI has tripped.
4. Power cord is not plugged in.
1. Check plug, socket, fuses,
breaker.
2. Check that the voltage is
adequate.
3. Reset/Try another electrical
outlet.
4. Plug in power cord.
PUMP DOESN'T
REACH
ADEQUATE
PRESSURE OR
CAVITATES
1. Water intake filter is clogged.
2. Pump is drawing air.
3. Diameter of garden hose is
too small.
4. Water supply is restricted.
1. Remove and clean water
intake filter.
2. Tighten connections/bleed
system.
3. Replace with 3/4 inch
garden hose.
4. Check hose for kinks or
leaks, open tap fully.
PRESSURE
WASHER HAS OR
WILL NOT
MAINTAIN
PRESSURE
1. Excessive air in waterline and
pump.
2. Water supply is restricted.
1. Turn unit and water supply
off/Bleed system/Hold
trigger down. Allow water to
flow through the pump for
30 seconds.
2. Check hose for kinks or
leaks, open tap fully.
PRESSURE
WASHER MAKES
EXCESSIVE NOISE
1. Air intake is blocked.
2. Water intake filter is dirty.
1. Clean the air intake vents.
2. Check & clean filter.
MOTOR DOES
NOT RUN
CONTINUOUSLY
WHEN TRIGGER IS
SQUEEZED/
MOTOR BUZZES
WHEN TURNED
ON BUT DOES
NOT
START/MOTOR
STOPS RUNNING
WHILE UNIT IS IN
USE
1. Net voltage is lower than
suggested.
1. Check that the voltage is
adequate.
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