North Star 157305 Owner's Manual

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MEI 10-9-12 11DANGER: Electrocution hazardImproper connection of the equipment or groundingconductor can result in a risk of electrocution. Checkwith a qualified electrician or service personnel if youare in doubt as to whether an outlet is properlygrounded. Do not modify the plug provided with theproduct. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outletinstalled by a qualified electrician. Do not use any typeadapter with this product.Extension Cord and UsageUse only 3-wire extension cords that:• Have 3 prong grounding-type plugs and 3-polecord connectors that accept the plug from theproduct.• Are intended for outdoor use, identified by themarking, “Acceptable for use with outdoorappliances; store indoors while not in use.”• Have an electrical amperage rating not less thanthe rating of the product.Usage Precautions:• Do not yank on any cord to disconnect.• Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges.• Always disconnect the extension cord from thereceptacle before disconnecting the product fromthe extension cord.Electric Shock AccidentIf an electric shock occurs to a victim, immediately shutdown the source of electrical power. If this is notpossible, avoid direct contact with victim. Use a non-conducting implement, such as a dry rope or board, tofree the victim from the live conductor. Apply first aidand get immediate medical help.Moving and HandlingWARNING: Lifting hazardThe pressure washer is heavy. It can crush and causeserious injury if it rolls out of control or tips over. Followthe instructions below for safely moving the pressurewasher.Figure 7Moving your pressure washer around• Use handle to manually move pressure washer.• To turn, push down slightly on handle and pivotpressure washer on its wheels. Do not move oroperate cross-wise on a slope. High center of gravitycan cause tipping.• Block wheels to prevent inadvertent movement.• Never pull by hose. Do not move this machine bypulling on the hose. Hose or connections could failand result in catastrophic high-pressure release offluid as well as hose whipping.To reduce risk of injury, do not attempt to manually liftthe pressure washer. Use a shallow ramp to raise orlower pressure washer to a different elevation.Handle