Craftsman CMEPW2100 Guide D'utilisation page 4

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Electric Pressure Washer
CMEPW2100
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using this appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed including the
following:
• Read all the instructions before using the product.
• To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is
necessary when a product is used near children.
• Know how to stop the product and bleed
pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with
the controls.
• Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
• Do not operate the product when fatigued or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Keep operating area clear of all persons.
• Do not overreach or stand on unstable
support. Keep good footing and balance at
all times.
• Follow the maintenance instructions specified in
the manual.
• This product is provided with a ground fault
circuit interrupter built into the power cord
plug. If replacement of the plug or cord is
needed, use only identical replacement parts.

CAUTION: risk of injection or injury – do not direct
discharge stream at persons. "
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Please read this entire manual before
attempting to assemble, operate or install the product.

WARNING: This unit was designed for specific
applications. It should not be modified and/or used
for any application other than that which it was
designed.
NOTICE: Always store your pressure washer in a
location where the temperature will not fall below
4 °C. freeze damage is not covered by the warranty.

WARNING: This product and its exhaust can expose
you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds,
and carbon monoxide, which are known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information go to www.
P65Warnings.ca.gov.
1 . Do not touch plug or outlet with wet hands.
2 . Avoid accidental starts. Move switch on unit to OFF
position before connecting or disconnecting cord to
electrical outlets.
3 . Water spray must never be directed towards any electric
wiring or directly towards the pressure washer machine
itself or fatal electric shock may occur.
4 . Never carry your pressure washer by the cord. Do not
pull on the cord to disconnect from the outlet.
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5 . To prevent damage, the cord should not be crushed,
placed next to sharp objects or near a heat source.
6 . Check power cords before using. Damaged cords can
reduce performance of pressure washer or cause a fatal
electrical shock
7 . The narrow pin point stream is very powerful. It is not
recommended for use on painted surfaces, wood surfaces
or items attached with an adhesive backing.
8 . Keep operating area clear of all persons and animals.
9 . Always use both hands when operating pressure washer
to maintain complete control of the wand.
10 . Do not touch nozzle or water spray while operating.
Never place hands in front of nozzle.
11 . Wear safety goggles while operating. Wear protective
clothing and footwear to protect against accidental
spraying.
12 . Disconnect power plug from the outlet when not in use
and prior to the detaching of the high pressure hose.
13 . Never tie knots or kink the high pressure hose as
damage could result. Inspect the high-pressure
hose regularly. Replace the hose immediately if
it is damaged, worn or shows any signs of cracks,
bubbles, pinholes, or other leakage. Never grasp a
high-pressure hose that is leaking or damaged.
14 . Do not operate or store this product in temperatures
below 4 °C. Freeze damage is not covered by the
warranty.
15 . Carefully observe all chemical instructions and
warnings before using. Use only approved pressure
washer cleaners. Do not use bleach, chlorine,
or any cleaners containing acids. Always follow
manufacturer's label recommendations for proper
use of cleaners. Always protect eyes, skin and respiratory
system from cleaners.
16 . The pressure washer should not be used in areas
where gas vapors may be present. An electric spark
could cause an explosion or fire.
17 . To minimize the amount of water getting into the pressure
washer, the unit should be placed as far as possible from
the cleaning site during operation.
18 . To prevent accidental discharge, the spray gun should be
secured by locking the trigger when not in use.
19 . To allow free air circulation, the pressure washer should
NOT be covered during operation.
20 . Never touch, grasp or attempt to cover a pinhole or
similar water leak on the high-pressure hose. The
stream of water IS under high pressure and WILL penetrate
skin.
21 . Use only hoses and accessories rated for pressure
higher than your pressure washer's psi. Never use with
any other manufacturer's accessories or components.
22 . Never defeat the safety features of this product.