97-6142, 97-6134 • REV. 9/04
OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing our pressure washer.
Allinformationinthismanualisbasedonthelatest prod-
uct information available at the time of printing.
We reserves the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
This series was designed for maximum use
of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Owner/User Responsibility:
Theownerand/or user musthavean understanding of
themanufacturer’soperating instructionsandwarnings
before using this pressure washer.Warning informa-
tion should be emphasized and understood.If the op-
erator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s in-
structions and warnings shall bereadto and discussed
with the operator 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 perma-
nent part of the machine and should remain
with it if machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model
and serial number.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNING: When using this product 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. Read the owner’s manual
thoroughly. Failure to follow
instructions could cause a
malfunction of the machine
and result in death, serious
bodily injury and/or property
damage.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pres-
sures quickly.Be thoroughly familiar with the con-
trols.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. Allinstallations must complywithlocalcodes.Con-
tact your electrician, plumber, utility company or
the selling distributor for specific details.
WARNING:Risk of asphyxiation.
Use this product outdoors only.
5. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poi-
sonouscarbonmonoxidegas;
exposure may cause loss of
consciousness and may lead
to death. It also contains
chemicals known in certain
quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ig-
nite, causing property damage
or severe injury.
CAUTION:Risk of fire.Donotadd
fuel when the product is operat-
ing.
6. Allowenginetocool for2min-
utes before refueling. If any
fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before
testing the spark plug or starting the engine. (Fire
and/or explosion may occur if this is not done.)
Gasolineengines on mobile or portableequipment
shall be refueled:
(a) outdoors;
(b) with the engine on the equipment stopped;
(c) with no source of ignition within 10 feet of the
dispensingpoint; and
(d) with an allowance made for expansion of the
fuel should the equipment be exposed to a
higher ambient temperature.
Inan overfillingsituation,additionalprecautionsare
necessary to ensure that the situation is handled in a
safe manner.
WARNING: Risk of explosion – do not spray flam-
mable liquids.
7. Do not place machine near flammable objects as
the engine is hot.
WARNING: Risk of injection or
severe injury to persons - Keep
clear of nozzle - Do not touch or
direct discharge stream at per-
sons.This machine is to be used
only by trained operators.
CAUTION: Hot discharge fluid.
Do not touch or direct discharge
stream at persons.
8. High pressure developed by these machines will
cause personal injury or equipment damage.Use
caution when operating. Do not direct discharge
stream at people, or severe injury or death will re-
sult.
WARNING
RISK OF
ASPHYXIATION.
USE THIS PRODUCT
ONLY IN A WELL
VENTILATED AREA.
WARNING
HIGH PRESSURE
STREAM CAN
PIERCE SKIN AND
TISSUES.
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT USEWITH
FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS.
WARNING
WARNING
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIORTO USE.
CAUTION
