Makita DHW080 Manuel D'instructions page 13

Work area safety
1. Keep operating area clear of all persons.
2. Do not overreach or stand on unstable supports.
Keep good footing and balance at all times.
3. Always place the high pressure washer body
on a level and stable surface. Avoid areas
where the ejected water will run or pool.
4. Before cleaning, check the surroundings and
objects to be cleaned. High pressure jets can
scrape away paint or other surface treatments
including toxic chemicals. Take the preventive
measures if necessary.
Be careful not to trip over by the hose of the
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high pressure washer. Always be aware of the
configuration of the hose during operation.
During use, a small amount of water will come
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out from the bottom of the high pressure washer.
Avoid locating the high pressure washer in the
areas where you don't want to wet.
Personal safety
1. To protect against the jet and objects by the
jet, operators should wear appropriate cloth-
ing such as safety boots, safety gloves, safety
helmets with visors, hearing protection, etc.
2. Do not use the high pressure washer within
range of persons unless they wear protective
clothing.
3. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision
is necessary when the product is used near
children.
4. If connection is made to a potable water sys-
tem, the system shall be protected against
backflow.
5. Water that has flowed through backflow pre-
venter is considered to be non-potable.
Electrical safety
Never touch battery cartridges with wet hands.
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2. Do not use the machine if the important parts of
the machine are damaged, e.g. safety devices,
high pressure hoses, or the trigger gun.
Power tool use and care
Read all the instructions before using the
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product.
2. Know how to stop the high pressure washer
and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
3. High pressure jets can be dangerous if mis-
used. The jet must not be directed at people,
live electrical equipment, or the machine itself.
4. This machine is not intended for use by per-
sons (including children) with reduced physi-
cal, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
6. Do not spray flammable and/or toxic liquids.
This may cause an explosion, intoxication, or
damage to the machine.
7. Do not direct the jet against yourself or others
in order to clean clothes or foot-wear.
8. High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings
are important for the safety of the machine.
Use only hoses, fittings and couplings recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
9. Follow the instructions when changing
accessories.
10. Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil or
grease.
Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
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12. Do not operate the product when fatigued or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
13. Do not run the high pressure washer without
water for longer than one minute. It will dam-
age the motor, resulting in malfunction.
14. Always turn off the power and shut off the
water mains when leaving the high pressure
washer unattended.
15. Be wary of the kickback. The trigger gun
recoils when the high pressure jet is ejected
from the nozzle. Hold the trigger gun firmly to
prevent accidental injuries.
16. Check for damaged or worn parts before use.
Also make sure that the hose is properly con-
nected and there is no leakage during oper-
ation. Operating the machine with functional
defects may cause an accident.
17. This machine has been designed for use with
the cleaning agent supplied or recommended
by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning
agents or chemicals may adversely affect the
safety of the machine.
18. Do not pull the hose to move the high pressure
washer body. This will damage the hose and
connecting parts and result in a short circuit
or functional defects.
19. Do not put heavy objects on the hose or let
vehicles drive over it.
20. Always discharge the residual pressure in the
trigger gun before disconnecting the hose.
21. When connecting the hose to the water mains,
observe the instructions of your local water-
works department or company.
22. If the high pressure washer is dropped or hits
against an hard object, be sure to check for
damage and crack. Using the high pressure
washer damaged may generate smoke, fire, or
cause electric shock, which result in personal
injury.
23. During use of high pressure cleaners, aerosols
may be formed. Inhalation of aerosols can be
hazardous to health.
24. Depending on the application, shielded noz-
zles can be used for high pressure cleaning,
which will reduce the emission of hydrous
aerosols dramatically. However, not all appli-
cations allow the use of such a device. If
shielded nozzles are not applicable for the pro-
tection against aerosols, a respiratory mask
of class FFP 2 or equivalent may be needed,
depending on the cleaning environment.
25. The employer shall perform a risk assessment
in order to specify the necessary protective
measures regarding aerosols, depending on
the surface to be cleaned and its environment.
Respiratory masks of class FFP 2, an equiv-
alent or higher are suitable for the protection
against hydrous aerosols.
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