Dewalt DCPW550B Instruction Manual - Page 9

10 . Carefully observe all chemical instructions and warnings before using. Use only approved pressure washer cleaners. Do not use bleach, chlorine, or any cleaners containing acids. Always follow manufacturer's label recommendations for proper use of cleaners. Always protect eyes, skin and respiratory system from cleaners. 11 . The pressure washer should not be used in areas where gas vapors may be present. An electric spark could cause an explosion or fire. 12 . To prevent accidental discharge, the spray gun should be secured by locking the trigger when not in use. 13 . Use only hoses and accessories rated for pressure higher than your pressure washer's psi. Never use with any other manufacturer's accessories or components. 14 . Never defeat the safety features of this product. 15 . Do not operate machine with missing, broken or unauthorised parts. 16 . Never spray flammable liquids or use pressure washer in areas containing combustible dust, liquid, or vapors. Additional Safety Information  WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury could result.  WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT: • ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3), • ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection, • NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.  WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • compounds in fertilizers, • compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides, • arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.  WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.  WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss. English  CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface where it will not cause a tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with a large battery pack will stand upright but may be easily knocked over. • Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows: BPM beats per minute c safety alert symbol V volts h wear respiratory min minutes protection j or DC direct current f wear eye protection .../min per minute i Class II Construction RPM revolutions per (double insulated) minute g wear hearing A amperes protection Hz hertz a read all W watts Wh watt hours no no load speed n rated speed documentation n avoid staring at light l or AC alternating current Ah amp hours BATTERIES AND CHARGERS The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below and then follow charging procedures outlined. When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include the catalog number and voltage. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Packs  WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, and cautionary markings for the battery pack, charger and product. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. • Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery pack from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes. • NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into a non‑compatible charger as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal injury. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of batteries and chargers. • Charge the battery packs only in DeWALT chargers. • DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. • DO NOT allow water or any liquid to enter battery pack. 7