Operation - RIDGID RD80956 Manual Del Operador

ASSEMBLY
To connect the garden hose to the machine:
 Completely uncoil the garden hose or remove completely
from reel to prevent kinks.
NOTE: There must be a minimum of 10 feet of unrestricted
hose between the pressure washer intake and the hose
faucet or shut off valve (such as a "Y" shut off connector).
 With the hose faucet turned completely off, attach the
end of the garden hose to the water intake. Tighten by
hand.

OPERATION

WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of
a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not recom-
mended can result in serious personal injury.
DO NOT OVERTILT THE UNIT!
NOTICE:
Do not run the pressure washer without water sup-
ply connected and turned on, as this may damage
the high pressure seals and decrease pump life.
Completely unwind the hose from its reel or coil
and make sure the hose is not being restricted by
tires, rocks, or any other objects that may lessen or
prevent water flow to the pressure washer.
WARNING:
Never direct a water stream toward people or pets,
or any electrical device. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in serious injury, electric
shock, or death.
NOTICE:
The spark arrestor on this product has not been
evaluated by the USDA Forest Service and cannot
be used on U.S. forest lands. In addition, product
users must comply with Federal, State, and local
fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate
authorities. Contact customer service or a qualified
service center to purchase a replacement spark
arrestor.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for
damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws,
nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasten-
ers and caps and do not operate this product until
all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please
contact customer service or a qualified service
center for assistance.
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