Important Safety Instructions; General Safety Warnings And Instructions - Stihl RE 90 Notice D'emploi

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– To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
injury to the operator or bystanders,
never direct the high-pressure jet
toward the operator, bystanders or
animals, not even to clean clothing or
shoes, @ 5.8.4.
– To reduce the risk of short-circuiting,
fire and electrocution, never direct the
spray at electrical appliances and
equipment, sockets or power cords,
@ 5.8.4.
– To reduce the risk of short-circuiting,
fire and electrocution, never direct the
spray at electrical equipment or the
pressure washer itself, @ 5.8.4.
To reduce the risk of injury or property damage,
immediately disconnect the pressure washer
from the power supply if the power supply cord
is damaged, @ 5.8.
Do not connect the pressure washer directly to a
potable water system, @ 9.
To reduce the risk of injury or property damage
from unintended activation, switch off the
pressure washer any time the pressure washer
is not in use, @ 5.8.4.
To reduce the risk of damage to the pressure
washer, do not allow the pressure washer to be
used or stored in freezing temperatures. Store
the pressure washer indoors in a dry, secure
place that cannot be accessed by children or
other unauthorized users, @ 6.
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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

5 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
5.1

General Safety Warnings and Instructions

This section contains the prescribed general safety
warnings and instructions for electric high-pressure cleaners
/ pressure washers. Additional important warnings and
instructions are provided in subsequent sections of this
manual.
WARNING
When using electric pressure washers, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the
following:
1) Read all the instructions before using the product.
2) To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary
when a product is used near children.
3) Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
4) Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
5) Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
6) Keep operating area clear of all persons.
7) Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep
good footing and balance at all times.
8) Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the
manual.
9) WARNING – Risk of eye injury. Spray can splash back or
propel objects. Always wear properly rated eye protection
such as safety goggles or face shield while spraying.
(Safety glasses do not provide full protection.)
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