DeVillbiss Air Power Company A17913 User Manual

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A17913
  
 
RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
  •  Your pressure washer operates at 
fluid pressures and velocities high 
enough to penetrate human and 
animal flesh, which could result in 
amputation or other serious injury. 
Leaks caused by loose fittings or 
worn or damaged hoses can result 
in injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT 
FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE 
CUT! See a physician immediately!
  •  Inspect the high-pressure hose 
regularly. Replace the hose 
immediately if it is damaged, 
worn, has melted from contacting 
the engine, or shows any signs 
of cracks, bubbles, pinholes, or 
other leakage. Never grasp a high-
pressure hose that is leaking or 
damaged.
  •  Never touch, grasp or attempt to 
cover a pinhole or similar water 
leak on the high-pressure hose. 
The stream of water IS under high 
pressure and WILL penetrate skin.
  •  Never place hands in front of noz zle.
  •  Direct spray away from self and 
others.
  •  Make sure hose and fit tings are 
tightened and in good condition. 
Never hold onto the hose or fittings 
during op er a tion.
  •  Do not allow hose to contact muf fler.
  •  Never attach or remove wand 
or hose fittings while sys tem is 
pressurized.
  •  Injuries can result if system pressure 
is not reduced before attempting 
maintenance or disassembly.
  •  To relieve sys tem pres sure, place 
on/off switch in off position, turn off 
water sup ply, and pull gun trigger 
until water stops flowing.
  •  Use only hoses and accessories 
rated for pressure higher than your 
pressure washer's PSI.
  
 
RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
  •  High-velocity fluid spray can cause 
objects to break, propelling particles 
at high speed.
  •  Light or unsecured objects can 
become hazardous projectiles.
  •  Always wear ANSI-approved Z87.1 
safety glasses. Wear protective 
clothing to protect against 
accidental spraying.
  •  Never point wand at or spray people 
or animals.
  •  Always secure trigger lock when 
wand is not in service to prevent 
accidental operation.
  •  Never permanently secure trigger in 
pull-back (open) position.