the skin. do not point the gun at anyone
or any part of the body. In case of pen-
etration seek medical aid immediately.
This system is capable of producing
additional protection from the risk of
electric shock. Should replacement of
the plug or cord become necessary,
use only identical replacement parts
that include GFCI protection.
13800
kPa /2000 PSI to avoid rupture
and injury, do not operate this pump
with components rated less than
WATER SUPPLY
(Cold Water Only)
13800
kPa /2000 PSI working pres-
sure (including but not limited to spray
guns, hose and hose connections).
Before servicing, cleaning or removing
any parts, shut off power and relieve
pressure.
ƽ CAUTION
When connecting the water inlet to the
water supply mains, local regulations
of your water company must be ob-
served. In some areas the unit must
not be connected directly to the public
drinking water supply. This is to ensure
that there is no feedback of chemicals
into the water supply. Direct connec-
tion via a receiver tank or backflow pre-
venter, for example, is permitted.
Dirt in the feed water will damage the
unit. To avoid this risk, we recommend
fitting a water filter.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resis-
tanceforelectriccurrenttoreducetherisk
ofelectricshock.Thisproductisequipped
with a cord having an equipment-ground-
ing conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Garden hose must be at least 1/2
inch or 5/8 inch in diameter.
Flowrateofwatersupplymustnotfall
below 2 GPM (gallons per minute).
Flow rate can be determined by
running the water for one minute
into an empty 5-gallon container.
The water supply temperature must
not exceed 104°F/40°C.
Never use the pressure washer to
draw in water contaminated with
solvents, e.g. paint thinners, gaso-
line, oil, etc.
ƽ DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electricianorservicepersonnelifyouare
in doubt as to whether the outlet is prop-
erly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the product - if it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician. Do not use any
type of adapter with this product.
Always prevent debris from being
drawn into the unit by using a clean
water source.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT IN-
TERRUPTER PROTECTION
This pressure washer is provided with
a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GF-
CI) built into the plug of the power-sup-
ply cord. This device provides
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