97-711, 97-727, 96-721 • REV. 2/04
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PRESSURE WASHER
4
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
Allinformationinthismanualisbasedon thelatestprod-
uct information available at the time of printing.
Wereserve the right tomakechanges at anytimewith-
out incurring any obligation.
This model was designed for a maximum
use of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer.Warning information
shouldbe emphasizedand understood.If theoperatoris
not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions and
warnings shall be read to and discussed with the opera-
tor in the operator’s native language by the purchaser/
owner, making sure that the operator comprehends its
contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers’instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:When using this machine basic precau-
tions should always be followed, including the
following: CAUTION:To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Readtheowner'smanualthor-
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. Knowhowtostopthe machine andbleedpressures
quickly.Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. Allinstallationsmustcomplywithlocalcodes.Con-
tactyourelectrician,plumber,utility companyorthe
selling distributor for specific details.
To comply with the National Electrical Code (NFPA
70) and provide additional protection from risk of
electricshock,thesepressurewasherare equipped
with a UL approved ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI)powercord (120V and 230V 1 Ph).Allother
models must be connected to a GFCI circuit
breaker.
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ig-
nitecausingproperty damageor
severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion —
do not spray flammable liquids.
5. Riskofexplosion-donotspray
flammableliquidsoroperatein
an explosive location.
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electric wiring or fa-
tal electric shock may result.
6. To protect the operator from
electrical shock, the machine
mustbeelectricallygrounded.
It is the responsibility of the
ownertoconnectthismachine
to a UL grounded receptacle
of proper voltage and amperage ratings. Do not
spray water on or near electrical components. Do
not touch machine with wet hands or while stand-
ing in water. Always disconnect power before ser-
vicing.
7. 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: The 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.
8. High pressure developed by
thesemachines willcauseper-
sonalinjuryorequipmentdam
age. Use caution when oper-
ating.Do not direct discharge stream at people, or
severe injury or death will result.
9. Never make adjustments on machine while in
operation.
WARNING
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIORTO USE.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT USEWITH
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS.
WARNING
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM
ELECTRICALWIRING.
WARNING
RISK OF INJECTION
OR SEVERE INJURY
TO PERSONS. KEEP
CLEAR OF NOZZLE.
CAUTION
