4 Safety Precautions
■ If the pressure washer starts behaving differently or in an
unusual way while operating, the pressure washer may be
in an unsafe condition. This can result in serious injuries
and damage to property.
► Stop working, unplug the mains plug from the socket
and consult a STIHL servicing dealer.
► The pressure washer must always be operated in an
upright position.
► To ensure an adequate exchange of cooling air, do not
cover the pressure washer.
■ When the spray gun trigger is released, the high-pressure
pump switches off automatically and water stops flowing
out of the nozzle. The pressure washer is then in stand-by
mode and is still switched on. If the spray gun trigger is
squeezed, the high-pressure pump switches on again
automatically and water flows out of the nozzle. This can
result in serious injuries and damage to property.
► When not operating the machine: Lock the spray gun
trigger.
► Switch off pressure washer.
► Unplug the mains plug of the pressure washer from the
socket.
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■ At temperatures below 0° C water can freeze on the
surface to be cleaned and in the components of the
pressure washer. The user may slip, fall and be seriously
injured. Property may be damaged.
► Do not use the pressure washer at temperatures below
0° C.
■ Pulling on the high-pressure hose, water hose or
connecting cord can cause the pressure washer to move
and topple over. Property may be damaged.
► Do not pull on the high-pressure hose, water hose or
connecting cord.
■ If the pressure washer is placed on a sloping, uneven or
soft surface it may move and topple over. Property may be
damaged.
► Place the pressure washer on a horizontal, flat, hard
surface.
■ If working at a height, the pressure washer or the spray
attachment may fall to the ground. This can result in
serious injuries and damage to property.
► Use a lift bucket or secure scaffolding.
► Do not place the pressure washer in a lift bucket or on
scaffolding.
► If the high-pressure hose does not have sufficient
reach: Extend the high-pressure hose by connecting a
high-pressure hose extension.
► Secure the spray attachment so that it cannot fall.
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