Grounding Instructions; Extension Cords; Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection - Porter Cable PCE1700 Manual De Instrucciones

and trim, and delicate objects such as flowers and shrubs. Before spraying, check the item to
be cleaned to assure yourself that it is strong enough to resist damage from the force of the
spray. Avoid the use of the concentrated spray stream except for very strong surfaces like
concrete and steel.
Operating without flow of water will result in equipment damage. Operating the pressure
washer with water supply shutoff will void your warranty. You should never run this pres-
sure washer for more than 2 minutes without pulling the trigger to allow cool water to enter the
pump and the heated (recirculated) water to exit.

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 product 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.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in 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 provide 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 adapter with this product.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use extra high pressure hose instead of extension cords to avoid voltage drop
and power loss to the motor, and to prevent overheating. DO NOT USE
EXTENSION CORDS. NOTE: The use of extra high pressure hoses will lower the
pressure washer's PSI below 1700.

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.
The powerful spray from your pressure washer is capable of causing
damage to surfaces such as wood, glass, automobile paint, auto striping
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