Westinghouse WPX2700e Manuel De L'utilisateur page 6

SAFETY
l Failure to read and follow the instructions in user manu-
al(s) could result in death, bodily injury, and/or property
damage.
l When using the pressure washer near children, make sure
they are closely supervised by an adult to avoid injury.
NEVER let a child use the pressure washer.
l This pressure washer conforms to CSA and other safety
and consumer standards. DO NOT modify or rebuild any
part of your pressure washer.
l Watch your balance and footing while using your pressure
washer. Surfaces become slippery when wet and are extra
slippery when using a detergent or cleaner.
l NEVER operate the pressure washer in bare feet, sandals,
or open-toed shoes.
l DO NOT touch the high pressure spray with your fingers,
hands, feet and be careful to avoid any contact with your
eyes as the powerful spray can cause blindness or blast
holes in the skin.
l ALWAYS wear eye protection to prevent injury to eyes
when operating the pressure washer.
l To avoid accidents causing injury, ALWAYS use the trigger
safety lock when the pressure washer is not in use even
if the spraying stops for a moment.
l Point the spray gun in a safe direction when beginning
to use your pressure washer.
l NEVER spray directly at a person, animal, electrical
device, or the unit itself. The pressure washer can break
glass if hit with direct contact.
l Hold the spray gun and lance with two hands (one hand
to pull the trigger and the other to stabilize the gun) until
you get used to the "recoil".
l When you stop the pressure washer, water pressure may
remain in the system. To release the pressure, point the
spray gun in a safe direction and pull the trigger.
l NEVER spray flammable liquids.
l NEVER use the pressure washer in areas that contain
combustible dust, liquids or vapors.
l Examine the hose regularly. Replace if damaged. Due to
the high pressure involved, it cannot be repaired if cut or
damaged.
l Only use detergent specifically formulated for pressure
washers and follow instructions on the detergent's label.
l Detergent can be harmful to your skin, eyes and lungs.
Please be cautious when handling any chemicals. Dish
and laundry soap is too thick and will clog the nozzle of
your detergent bottle.
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NOTICE
Store the pressure washer indoors in
a heated environment to prevent the water in the unit
from freezing and expanding. When the water freezes
and expands, the high-pressure pump will crack and
render the pressure washer inoperable. It is recom-
mended you use pump saver (not included) to protect
pumps from freezing and cracking.
l NEVER use hot water with your pressure washer. It will
overheat and damage the seals and components in the
high-pressure pump that cannot be repaired.
l NEVER leave the pressure washer "ON" while it is
unattended.
l ALWAYS turn the water supply "ON " before turning the
pressure washer power to "ON". Running the pump dry
of water will cause damage to the internal components
and render the pressure washer inoperable.
l NEVER use a water supply to your pressure washer that
exceeds 150 PSI maximum.
l NEVER disconnect the high pressure hose from the
pressure washer while the system is pressurized.
l NEVER permanently engage the trigger mechanisms on
the spray gun.
l NEVER operate the pressure washer unless all compo-
nents are properly and securely connected.
l NEVER allow the pressure washer pump to run for more
than one minute after you have turned off the water supply.
This can cause the motor and pump to overheat and fail.
l NEVER use an extension power cord.
l NEVER use an extension power cord. It increases the
risk of electric shock to the operator and the decrease in
voltage can cause permanent damage to the unit's motor.
l NEVER use lances or other parts that are not compatible
for this specific Westinghouse unit.
l NEVER spray any electrical outlet with your pressure
washer.
l Inspect the power cord before using. DO NOT use it if it
is damaged.
l Keep all connections dry and off the ground. DO NOT
touch the plug with wet hands.