Safety Information
• ALWAYS take time to read all the instructions before
using the product.
• Understand and know how to safely stop the product
and bleed pressures quickly. Be fully familiar with all
controls.
• Keep operating area clear of all people, animals and
hazardous objects.
• DO NOT overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep
good footing and balance at all times.
• Follow the maintenance instructions as specified in the
manual.
• It is recommended to carefully read understand all
operating aspects of the pressure washer outlined in
this manual to avoid personal injury and/or damage
to property and to maximize your power washing
experience.
• This power washer conforms to CSA and other safety
and consumer standards. DO NOT modify or rebuild any
part of your power washer.
• DO NOT use your power washer when you are under
the influence of alcohol or drugs. Use this power tool
carefully and only when you are alert.
• Watch your balance and footing while using your
power washer. Surfaces become slippery when wet
and are extra slippery when using a detergent or
cleaner.
• NEVER operate the power washer in bare feet, sandals,
or open-toed shoes.
• When using the power washer near children, make
sure they are closely supervised by an adult to avoid
injury. NEVER let a child use the power washer.
• DO NOT touch the high pressure spray with your
fingers, hands, feet and be careful to avoid any contact
with your eyes as the powerful spray can cause
blindness or blast holes in the skin.
• ALWAYS wear eye protection to prevent injury to eyes
when operating the power washer.
• To avoid accidents causing injury, ALWAYS use the
trigger safety lock when the power washer is not in use
even if the spraying stops for a moment.
• Point the spray gun in a safe direction when beginning
to use your pressure washer.
• NEVER spray directly at a person, animal, electrical
device, or the unit itself. The pressure washer can
break glass if hit with direct contact.
• When first using the spray gun, hold the spray gun
and lance with two hands when pulling the trigger
(one hand to pull the trigger and the other to stabilize
the gun) until you get used to the "recoil" from the
spray gun.
• When you turn the power switch to the off position,
water pressure may remain in the system. To release
the pressure, point the spray gun in a safe direction and
pull the trigger.
• NEVER spray flammable liquids.
• NEVER use the power washer in areas that contain
combustible dust, liquids or vapors.
• Examine the hose regularly. Replace if damaged. Due to
the high pressure involved, it cannot be repaired if cut
or damaged.
• Only use detergent specifically formulated for power
washers and follow instructions on the detergent's
label.
• Detergent can be harmful to your skin, eyes and lungs.
Please be cautious when handling any chemicals. Dish
and laundry soap is too thick and will clog the soap
injector in the pump.
IMPORTANT: Store the power washer indoors in a
heated environment to prevent the water in the unit
from freezing and expanding. When the water freezes
and expands, the high-pressure pump will crack
and render the pressure washer inoperable. It is
recommended you use pump saver (not included) to
protect pumps from freezing and cracking.
• NEVER use hot water with your power washer. It will
overheat and damage the seals and components in the
high-pressure pump that cannot be repaired.
• NEVER leave the power washer "ON" while it is
unattended.
• ALWAYS turn the water supply "ON " before turning the
power washer power to "ON". Running the pump dry
of water will cause damage to the internal components
and render the pressure washer inoperable.
• NEVER use a water supply to your power washer that
exceeds 150 PSI maximum.
• NEVER disconnect the high pressure hose from the
power washer while the system is pressurized.
• NEVER permanently engage the trigger mechanisms on
the spray gun.
• NEVER operate the power washer unless all
components are properly and securely connected.
• NEVER allow the power washer pump to run for more
than one minute after you have turned off the water
supply. This can cause the motor and pump to overheat
and fail.
• NEVER use lances or other parts that are not
compatible for this specific Powerplay unit.
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