
97-6232 • HOTSY 790SS • REV. 5/06
OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
RISK OF
ASPHYXIATION.
USE ONLY IN A WELL
VENTILATED AREA.
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
HIGH PRESSURE
SPRAY CAN PIERCE
SKIN AND TISSUES.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1.Read owner's manual thor-
oughly. Failure to follow in-
structions could cause mal-
function of the machine and
result in death, serious bodily
injury and/or property dam-
age.
2. Knowhowtostopmachineandbleedpres-
sures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. All installations must comply with local codes.
Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company
or the selling distributor for specific
details.
WARNING: Risk of asphyxia-
tion. Use this product only in a
well ventilated area.
5. When the machine is work-
ing, do not cover or place in
a closed space where ventila-
tion is not sufficient.
WARNING: Risk of fire. Do not
add fuel when the machine is
operating.
6. Risk of explosion — do not
spray flammable liquids or
operate in an explosive lo-
cation. Operate only where
open flame or torch is permit-
ted.
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electrical wiring or fa-
tal electrical shock may result.
7. To protect the operator from
electrical shock, the machine
must be electrically ground-
ed. It is the responsibility of
the owner to connect this
machine to a UL grounded
receptacle of proper voltage
and amper-
age ratings. Do not spray water on or near electri-
cal components. Do not touch machine with wet
hands or while standing in water. Always discon-
nect power before servicing.
8. Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands be-
fore starting the cleaner. Failure to do this could
result in injury from a whipping
wand.
WARNING: High pressure
stream of fluid that this equip-
ment can produce can pierce
skin and its underlying tissues,
leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
9. High pressure developed by
these machines can cause
personal injury or equipment
damage. Use caution when
operating. Do not direct discharge stream at
people, or severe injury and/or death may result.
10. Never make adjustments on machine
while in operation;disconnect from
electrical source or shut off gas
valve.
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne
and fly at high speeds.
11. Eye safety devices and foot
protection must be worn
when using this equipment.
WARNING: Risk of injury. Hot
surfaces can cause burns. Use
only designated gripping areas
of spray gun and wand. Do not
place hands or feet on non-in-
sulated areas of the pressure
washer when starting gasoline
engine.
12. Machines with shut-off trigger gun should not be
operated with the trigger in the off position for ex-
tensive periods of time as this may cause damage
to the pump.
13. Protect from freezing.
14. Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured
before using pressure washer.
15. Do not allow acids, caustic, or abrasive fluids to
pass through the pump.
16. Inlet water must be from a cold, fresh city water
supply.
17. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is
necessary when a machine is used near children.
Do not allow children to operate the pressure
washer. This machine must be attended during
operation.
RISK OF INJURY.
HOT SURFACES
CAN CAUSE BURNS
RISK OF FIRE.
DO NOT ADD FUEL
WHEN OPERATING
MACHINE.
PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR
AND CLOTHING MUST
BE WORN.
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.