BE Power Equipment B4014VTBA Manual Del Operador página 8

DANGER – FUEL RELATED FIRE AND EXPLOSIONS
• Fuel and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive.
• Fire and explosion can cause severe burns and death.
• NEVER fill the fuel tank while the unit is running.
• ALWAYS turn the engine off and let it cool at least two minutes before
removing fuel cap. Loosen the fuel cap slowly to relieve tank pressure.
• ALWAYS fill or drain the fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOT overfill the tank. Leave an airspace in the neck of the fuel tank to
allow it to breathe and for fuel expansion.
• NEVER have any spark or flame near the fuel, including cigarettes, open
flame, pilot lights and other ignition sources.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates completely. Move the unit to a new location,
then wait at least two minutes before starting the engine.
• NEVER crank the engine with the spark plug removed and still in its boot.
• When transporting or putting the unit into storage, drain the fuel tank and
carburetor and store the fuel in an airtight container. Then, move the fuel valve
into the closed position.
• Never store fuel near any ignition source or hot surface.
CAUTION – HOT SURFACES
• The muffler on the engine will heat up rapidly and can cause severe burns if
touched.
• Muffler exhaust will be hot and can cause burns to people and objects.
• Keep flammables away from the muffler.
• Keep at least a five-foot clearance from the exhaust to prevent damaging other
surfaces such as house siding and vehicles.
• The pump will also become hot during operation and should be avoided.
• After the pressure washer has been started, DO NOT touch any part of the
pressure washer other than the on/off switch, handle, hose and gun.
CAUTION – RECOIL KICKBACK
• Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result in bodily injury.
• Kickback can pull your hand and arm back towards the engine faster than you
can let go causing sprains, cuts, bruising and bone fractures.
• NEVER pull the starter cord without first relieving the spray gun pressure.
• When starting an engine, the best practice is to have the trigger squeezed to
prevent pressure from building up in the system.
• Pull the starter cord until you feel resistance. Allow the cord to retract back and
then pull the starter to avoid kickback and injury.
ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER SAFETY
DANGER – RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
• NEVER spray an electric pressure washer, its cord, or power source.
• NEVER leave the machine exposed to rain or the elements.
• NEVER modify the plug or cord.
• NEVER use an adapter so the plug will fit into a different outlet.
• NEVER touch the cord or plug with wet hands or when standing in water.
• ALWAYS replace damaged components, including plug and cord. DO NOT
attempt to repair.
• ALWAYS ensure power source matches the pressure washers' requirements.
• ALWAYS use a licensed electrician if any electrical work needs to be done.
• ALWAYS unplug the motor from the power source before attempting repairs or
maintenance.
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SAFETY OVERVIEW
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