WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious personal injury.
WARNING:
When using this product basic precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS PRODUCT
To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is neces-
sary when a product is used near children.
Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop
the product and release pressure quickly.
Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are
doing and use common sense. Do not operate product
when you are tired. Do not rush.
Do not operate the product while under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
Don't overreach or stand on a ladder, rooftop, or other
unstable support. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this
manual.
This product is provided with a ground fault circuit
interrupter built into the power cord plug. If replace-
ment of the plug or cord is needed, use only identical
replacement parts.
WARNING: Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct
discharge stream at persons.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This prod-
uct is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electrocution. Check with a
qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt
as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the product – if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do
not use any type of adaptor with this product.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
PROTECTION
This pressure washer is provided with a ground-fault circuit-
interrupter (GFCI) built into the plug of the power supply
cord. This device provides additional protection from the risk
of electric shock. Should replacement of the plug or cord
become necessary, use only identical replacement parts that
include GFCI protection.
EXTENSION CORDS
See Figure 1.
This pressure washer is not recommended for use with an
extension cord. It is recommended that a high pressure
extension hose is used instead.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding-
type plugs and 3-pole cord connectors that accept the plug
from the product. Use only extension cords that are intended
for outdoor use. Use only extension cords having an electri-
cal rating not less than the rating of the product. Do not use
damaged extension cords. Examine extension cord before
using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse extension cord
and do not yank on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord away
from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect the extension
cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the product
from the extension cord.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, use an
extension cord that is marked for outdoor use. This type of
cord is designated with a "W", or "W-A" on the cord's jacket.
Note: The "W" in "AWG" does not designate the cord for
outdoor use. Look for lettering such as: SJTW, SJTW-A,
STW, STW-A, SJW, or SJTOW.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all
connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with
wet hands.
To avoid the possibility of the product plug or outlet getting
wet, the operator should arrange a "drip loop" in the cord
connecting the product to the outlet. The "drip loop" is that
part of the cord below the level of the outlet, or the connector
if an extension cord is used, to prevent water traveling along
the cord and coming in contact with the outlet.
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