Dewalt DXPW3835 Instruction Manual - Page 8

English • If proper starting procedure is not followed, engine can kickback causing serious hand and arm injury. • The spray gun/wand is a powerful clean­ing tool that could look like a toy to a child. • Reactive force of spray will cause gun/wand to kickback, and could cause the op­er­a­tor to slip or fall or misdirect the spray. Im­prop­er control of gun/ wand can re­sult in in­ju­ries to self and others. • If engine does not start after two pulls, squeeze trigger of gun to relieve pump pressure. Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury. • Keep chil­dren away from the pressure washer at all times. • Do not over­reach or stand on an unstable support. • Do not use pressure washer while standing on a ladder. • Grip gun/wand firmly with both hands. Expect the gun to kickback when triggered. DANGER: Risk of Injury or Prop­er­ty Damage When Transporting or storing What can happen How to prevent it • Fuel or oil can leak or spill • If pressure washer is and could result in fire or equipped with a fuel shut- breathing hazard. Se­ri­ous off valve, turn the valve to in­ju­ry or death can re­sult. the off position before Fuel or oil leaks will dam­age transporting to avoid fuel carpet, paint or oth­er leaks. If pres­sure wash­er is surfaces in ve­hi­cles not equipped with a fuel shut- or trailers. off valve, drain the fuel from • Oil could fill the cylinder and damage the engine if the unit tank before trans­port­ing. Only trans­port fuel in an OSHA- is not stored or transported approved container. in an upright position. Al­ways place pressure washer on a protective mat when transporting to protect against dam­age to vehicle from leaks. Always transport and store unit in an upright position. Re­move pres­sure washer from vehicle immediately upon arrival at your destination. 8