Cub Cadet CC3700 Operation Manual - Page 5

DANGER: RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Your pressure washer operates at fluid pressures and • Inspect the high pressure hose regularly. Replace the velocities high enough to penetrate human and animal flesh hose immediately if it is damaged, worn, has melted from which could result in amputation or other serious injury. Leaks contacting the engine, or shows any signs of cracks, bubbles, caused by loose fittings or worn or damaged hoses can result pinholes, or other leakage. Never grasp a high pressure hose in injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION AS A that is leaking or damaged. SIMPLE CUT! See a physician immediately! • 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 nozzle. • Direct spray away from self and others. • Make sure hose and fittings are tightened and in good condition. Never hold onto the hose or fittings during peration. • Do not allow hose to contact muffler. • Never attach or remove wand or hose fittings while system is pressurized. • When using replacement lances or guns with this pressure washer, DO NOT use a lance and/or lance/gun combination that is shorter in length than what was provided with this pressure washer as measured from the nozzle end of the lance to the gun trigger. • Injuries can result if system pressure is not reduced before • To relieve system pressure, shut off engine, turn off water attempting maintenance or disassembly. supply and pull gun trigger until water stops flowing. • Use only accessories rated equal to or higher than the rating of the pressure washer. DANGER: RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • High-velocity fluid spray can cause objects to break, • Always wear ANSI-approved Z87.1 safety glasses. Wear projecting particles at high speed. protective clothing to protect against accidental spraying. • Light or unsecured objects can become hazardous projectiles. • 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. DANGER: RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Unsafe operation of your pressure washer could lead to • Do not use chlorine bleach or any other serious injury or death to you or others. corrosive compound. • Become familiar with the operation and controls of the pressure washer. • Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets and obstacles. • Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Stay alert at all times. • Never compromise the safety features of this product. • Do not operate machine with missing, broken or unauthorized parts. • Never leave wand unattended while unit is running. Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices 5