Craftsman D25852 - Manual (Page 4)

4- ENG D25852
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN
RISK TO BREATHING
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
• Use of acids, toxic or corrosive chemi-
cals, poisons, insecticides, or any kind of
flammable solvent with this product
could result in serious injury or death.
• Some cleaning fluids contain substances
which could cause injury to skin, eyes, or
lungs.
• Spilled gasoline and it’s vapors can be-
come ignited from cigarette sparks,
electrical arcing, exhaust gases, and hot
engine components such as the muffler.
• Heat will expand fuel in the tank which
could result in spillage and possible fire
explosion.
• Operating the pressure washer in an ex-
plosive environment could result in a
fire.
• Materials placed against or near the
pressure washer can interfere with its
proper ventilation features causing
overheating and possible ignition of the
materials.
• Muffler exhaust heat can damage paint-
ed surfaces, melt any material sensitive
to heat (such as siding, plastic, rubber,
or vinyl), and damage live plants.
• Improperly stored fuel could lead to ac-
cidental ignition. Fuel improperly
secured could get into the hands of
children or other unqualified persons.
• Do not spray flammable liquids
• Shut off engine and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank.
• Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling
fuel. Move pressure washer away from
fueling area before starting engine.
• Keep maximum fuel level ½” below top
of tank to allow for expansion.
• Always keep pressure washer a mini-
mum of four feet away from surfaces
(such as houses, automobiles, or live
plants) that could be damaged from
muffler exhaust heat.
• Store fuel in an OSHA approved con-
tainer, in a secure location away from
work area.
• Operate and fuel equipment in well ven-
tilated areas free from obstructions.
Equip areas with fire extinguishers suit-
able for gasoline fires.
• Never operate pressure washer in an
area containing dry brush or weeds.
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Operate pressure washer in a well venti-
lated area. Avoid enclosed areas such
as garages, basements ,etc.
• Never operate unit in a location
occupied by humans or animals.
• Use only cleaning fluids specifically rec-
ommended for high pressure washers.
Follow manufacturers
recommendations.Do not use chlorine
bleach or any other corrosive compound
• Breathing exhaust fumes will cause seri-
ous injury or death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS