DANGER
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE!
-WHEN CHARGING BATTERIES,
THEY GENERATE A HIGHLY
EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS.
A SPARK COULD CAUSE AN
EXPLOSION OR FIRE!
-DO NOT JUMP START BATTERY
UNLESS BOTH BATTERIES ARE
OF EQUAL VOLTS & AMPS.
-DO NOT SMOKE OR ALLOW
SPARKS OR FLAMES NEAR THE
BATTERY.
-DO NOT PLACE UNIT IN AN
AREA WHERE FLAMMABLE
GAS VAPORS MAY BE PRESENT.
A SPARK COULD CAUSE AN
EXPLOSION OR FIRE.
RISK OF UNIT BURSTING!
DO NOT STORE/OPERATE UNIT
WARNING
RISK OF ASPHYXIATION!
USE THIS PRODUCT ONLY IN
WELL VENTILATED AREAS!
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN
ENCLOSED AREA.
EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON
MONOXIDE, A POISONOUS,
ODORLESS AND INVISIBLE
GAS.
BREATHING THIS GAS
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY,
ILLNESS & POSSIBLE DEATH.
DANGER
RISK OF FIRE!
- D O N O T S M O K E W H I L E
FUELING!
-DO NOT FILL THE FUEL TANKS
WHILE UNIT IS RUNNING OR
HOT. ALLOW UNIT TO COOL
FOR TWO MINUTES BEFORE
REFUELING.
-DO NOT FILL FUEL TANKS TO
POINT OF OVERFLOWING.
ALLOW APPROXIMATELY 1/4"
OF TANK SPACE FOR FUEL
EXPANSION.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE!
ALWAYS STORE FUEL AWAY
FROM THE WASHER WHILE THE
UNIT IS RUNNING OR HOT.
10
INSTALLATION & PREPARATION
ATTIRE:
Proper attire is essential to your safety. It is advised to utilize whatever
means necessary to protect eyes, ears, and skin. Additional safety attire
(such as respiratory mask) may be required when using detergent cleaning
agents with this washer.
SET-UP:
1. This unit should only be placed on a level surface to ensure proper lubrication
for the engine and water pump while operating. NEVER spray water directly
on the unit.
2. Do not use unit in an area:
a. with insufficient ventilation.
b. where there is evidence of oil, gas or fuel leaks.
c. where flammable gas vapors may be present.
This unit has multiple ignition sources that could cause an explosion or
fire.
3. If applicable, be certain to block the wheels to prevent the unit from moving
while operating.
4. Do not allow the unit to be exposed to rain, snow or freezing temperatures.
If any part of the unit becomes frozen, excessive pressure may build up in
the unit which could cause it to burst resulting in possible serious injury to
the operator or bystanders.
5. Pump oil level should be checked before each use. Check the oil level
indicator on the pump crankcase. Make certain the oil is in the center of
the oil sight glass. If the level appears to be low, fill with Mi-T-M pump oil
#AW-4085-0016.
6. Your pressure washer is equipped with an Electric Starter. On initial start-
up, wear proper eye and skin protection when filling the battery with acid.
Fully charge the battery to allow Electric Starter to function.
THE
ENGINE/BURNER FUEL TANKS:
1. Review "Risk of Explosion or Fire" warnings, pg. 4, before fueling.
2. Locate the Safety Decals on your unit and heed their warnings.
3. Gasoline Engines:
When filling (red) tank, gasoline fuel should be a minimum of 85 octane.
DO NOT MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE. Gasoline fuel should be purchased
in quantities that may be used within 30 days. Use of clean, fresh lead-free
gasoline is recommended. Leaded gasoline may be used if lead-free is
unavailable. DO NOT use gasoline containing methanol or alcohol.
Diesel Fueled Engines:
When filling (black) tank, diesel fuel should be a minimum of 45 cetane.
Diesel fuel oil substitutes are not recommended. Diesel fuel should be free
of water and dirt.
Burner Fuel:
When filling (black) tank, use No. 1 or No 2 fuel oil/diesel or kerosene.
4. Check the engine oil level before starting the engine.
Manual.)
5. Refer to the Engine Manual supplied with this unit for proper engine adjustment
procedures.
6. Review the Engine Manual accompanying this pressure washer for
correct engine start-up and maintenance procedures.
(See Engine
HSD-SERIES Operator's Manual