Craftsman 580.747100 - Manual (Page 2)

SAFETY RULES
CAUTION; ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT
CONTACT SPARK PLUG, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP. TRANS­
PORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR HIGH PRESSURE WASHER
TRAINING:
•
Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon mon­
oxide gas,. This dangerous gas, if breathed in suffi­
cient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or
V even death. Operate this equipment only in the open
air where adequate ventilation is available.
• Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are
EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit smoking, open flames,
sparks or heat in the vicinity while handling gasoline.
Avoid spilling gasoline on a hot engine. Allow unit to
coo! for 2 minutes before refueling. Comply with ail
laws regulating storage and handling of gasoline.
• Locate this pressure washer in areas away from com­
bustible materiais, 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 all risks and liabili­
ties.
• Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if
inhaied or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting
or poisoning. The harmful elements may cause prop­
erty 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 other rotating parts.
• Before starting the Pressure Washer in cold weather,
check all parts of the equipment and be sure ice has
not formed there,
® Units with broken or missing parts, or without protec­
tive housing or covers should NEVER be operated.
• 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 deteriora­
tion such as chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing
clamps or damaged tank or cap. Correct all defects
before operating the Pressure Washer.
OPERATION:
•
Do not spray flammable liquids.
• Never aim the gun at people, animals or plants.
“ 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,
leading to serious injury and possible amputation.
• High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and fly at high speeds.
• Always wear eye protection when you use this equip­
ment or when you are in the vicinity where the equip­
ment is in use.
• Operate the pressure at no more than the PSl fluid
pressure rated for your pressure washer.
• Never move the machine by pulling on the high pres­
sure hose. Use the handle provided on the lop of the
unit.
• Always be certain the spray gun, nozzies and acces­
sories are correctly attached.
• Never use a spray gun which does not have a trigger
lock or trigger guard in place and in working order.
• Use a respirator or mask 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
necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors.
• High pressure spray may damage fragile items includ­
ing glass, Do not point spray gun at glass when in the
jet spray mode.
• Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun
while 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
unattended 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 puli-back (open)
position,
• Do not by-pass any safety device on this machine.
• Do not leave trigger closed for more than 5 minutes
with engine running. This couid 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 couid be
severely burned.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:
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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 material into skin. Inspect hose
each time before using it. Check ali hoses for cuts,
leaks, abrasions or bulging of cover, or damage or
movement of couplings. If any of these conditions
exist, replace hose immediately. Never repair high
pressure hose. Replace it with another hose that
meets minimum pressure rating of your pressure
washer.
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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS ''ATTENTION!!! BE­
COME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED."