Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate
the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all
guards are operating properly before each use.
To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors
away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept
a safe distance from work area.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
Use right tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job
it was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose not
intended.
Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are
NOT safety glasses.
Use only recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury.
Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this
manual.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard
or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting,
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to
avoid risk of personal injury.
Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off.
Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop
the product and bleed pressure quickly.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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Keep tool dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always
use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to
clean tool.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it off. Have defec-
tive switches replaced by an authorized service center.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
motor and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use in damp or
wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well
lit.
Never direct a paint stream toward people or pets, or
any electrical device.
Never start the machine if ice has formed in any part
of the equipment.
Keep away from hot parts.
Check bolts and nuts for looseness before each use.
A loose bolt or nut may cause serious motor prob-
lems.
Before storing, allow the product to cool.
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from
spark and/or flame-producing equipment.
When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Use
of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
Wear clothing to keep paint off skin and hair, along
with a mask or respirator during use. Paints, solvents,
and other materials can be harmful if inhaled or if they
come into contact with the body.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone
this tool, loan them these instructions also.