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ELECTRICAL
NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be performed only by a qualied service technician. For service, we suggest you return the product to
your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servic-
ing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that
is 120 volts, AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this product on direct
current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If
the product does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
DRIP LOOP (
See Figure 1.)
To prevent water from owing along the power cable, and possibly reaching the electrical outlet
and plug, we recommend using a simple drip loop as shown below.
Fig. 1
Pressure washer power cord
Drip loop
WARNING
The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in
the product’s internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.
DOUBLE INSULATED
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the
usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal
metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated products do not need to be
grounded.
