Owner's Manual

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4. It is not recommended to use an extension cord with
this pressure washer. The unit comes standard with a
35 ft GFCI power cable. Using an extension cord may
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating.
Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor
use.Theseextensioncordsareidentiedbymarking
"Acceptable for use with outdoor appliance; store indoors
while not in use". Use only extension cord having an
electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do
not use damaged extension cords. Examine extension
cord before using and replace if damaged. Do not
abuse extension cord and do not yank on any cord to
disconnect. Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges.
Always disconnect extension cord from the receptacle
before disconnecting the product from the extension cord.
5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other). The
applianceplugwilltintoapolarizedoutletonlyoneway.
 Iftheapplianceplugdoesnottfullyintotheoutlet,
reversetheplug.Iftheplugstilldoesnott,makesure
that you are using the correct polarized wall outlet. If the
plugstilldoesnott,contactaqualiedelectricianto
install the proper wall outlet. Do not modify the appliance
plug, power cord receptacle, or power cord plug in
any way.
6. To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the
extension cord during operation, make a knot with the two
cords as shown in Table 1.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the pressure washer
by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the
receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
Risk of Electrocution
• Inspectcordbeforeusing.
• Do not use if cord is damaged.
• Keepallconnectionsdryandotheground.
• Do not touch plug with wet hands.
• Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges.
• Donotsprayelectricalapparatusandwiring.
Risk of Explosion
• Donotsprayammableliquids.
• Donotuseacids,bases,solvents,oranyammable
material in this product. These substances can cause
physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to
the machine.
Additional Safety Instructions
• High-pressure:keepclearofnozzle.
• Injectionhazard:equipmentcancauseseriousinjuryifthe
spray penetrates the skin.
• Donotpointthegunatanyoneoratanypartofthebody.
• Incaseofskinpenetration,seekmedicalaidimmediately.
• Beforeservicing,cleaning,orremovinganyparts,shuto
the power and relieve pressure.
• Thismachineisnotsuitableforconnectiontothepotable
water mains.
m WARNING m
Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or
DEATH. Heed these warnings:
• Donotallowanypartoftheelectricpressurewasher
to make contact with water while it is in operation. If
theappliancebecomeswetwhileturnedo,wipedry
before starting.
• Donotuseanextensioncordover25ft.The
pressure washer comes equipped with a 35 ft power
cable. Combined cord length must not exceed 60 ft.
Any extension cord must be 14-gauge (or heavier) to
safely power the pressure washer.
• Donottouchtheapplianceoritsplugwithwethands
or while standing in water. Wearing rubber boots
oerssomeprotection.
EXTENSION CORD CHART
CordLength:
Min.WireGauge(A.W.G.):
25 ft (7.6 m)
14
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Cord set Appliance cord
(A) Tie cord as shown
Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord