Pressure washer safety tips for beginners :
If you don't know how to operate a pressure washer and don't follow proper procedure, it may cause serious injuries. The water pressure can easily cut through flesh. Hundreds of cases related to pressure washer injuries are reported each year. These injuries are totally preventable. We are listing a few important guidelines and safety instructions below. We hope that these tips will be helpful for you if you have not used pressure washer before. Always read the user manual and safety precaution guide that comes with the machine before using it.
Wear safety gear :
When the pressure washer PSI moves above thousand, it can easily damage your body if the water hits directly. Not only the impact of a nozzle, even a leaky hose or any other debris like a rock can cause serious injuries. Always cover your body parts during washing time. Wearing proper equipment can help you to avoid most of the pressure washer injuries. Protect your body by wearing a heavy raincoat. It will keep you dry and protect you from any debris. Use boots to protect your feet. If you have, use steel-toe boots rather than rubber boots. Use gloves to protect your hands. Hands are the most common part that can be injured by a pressure washer. Many cases have reported of hand injury due to leakage or direct contact with the hose. Safety glass is another important protective tool to save your eyes. We recommend you to use even hearing protection to save your ears from flying debris.
Check your surrounding :
Always check your surrounding before starting to wash. Avoid slippery surfaces. Keep children or pet from your cleaning area. Never aim the hose at someone. If you are not washing any hard debris, avoid using the strongest hose. For washing car or glass or any other materials that require soap wash, use the lowest pressure nozzle.
Gas washer safety tips :
Avoid using a gas washer in an enclosed space. Gas washer emits carbon monoxide which is harmful to health. Even if you need to work in an enclosed room, make sure that the room is properly ventilated.
Hot water washer :
Hot water can cause severe burns. Always use precautions if you are using a hot water pressure washer.
Use proper jet nozzle :
Different colored nozzles are designed for different tasks. Use the proper one. Try to avoid using the red colored nozzle. If you are not sure, go through the guide to learn more.
Release the pressure after use :
After using the pressure washer, squeeze the trigger to release the pressure before disconnecting hose and nozzles. Also, make sure to use safety latches while not working with the washer gun. It will keep the gun in a safe position and prevents it from any accidental spraying.
Always keep your children away :
The pressure washer is not a toy and it can cause deathly injuries. Keep your kids and pets away from the washing zone.
Pressure washer injuries may become more fatal if proper safety precautions are not taken. Few more points that I want to quickly mention :
- Don't keep the equipment under pressure even for a few minutes ignored.
- Don't use a damaged hose even if it is leaking slightly.
- Don't try to alter any parts of the machine. If required use only the one that is mentioned on the guide book or ask on the helpline number.
- Don't spray inflammable materials.