Kärcher K 1405 Manual page 4

Steam Cleaner
• If you notice any transport damage while
unpacking the unit, notify your dealer im-
mediately.
• The warning and information decals atta-
ched to the unit feature provide important
details for safe operation.
• In addition to the information provided in
the Operating Instructions, the general
safety regulations and accident preventi-
on ordinances imposed by official autho-
rities must be observed.
Electrical Connection
• Connect the unit only to properly ground-
ed mains receptacles supplying the volta-
ge indicated on the rating plate.
• Devices certified in compliance with
Protection Class I must be operated on
properly earthed power sources.
• In high-humidity environments, such as
bath installations, the unit may be opera-
ted only in conjunction with an approved
protective ground-fault circuit interruptor.
Please obtain the advice of an electrical
specialist.
• The unit must be operated with the power
supply cord or cable as specified by the
manufacturer. No substitutions are per-
mitted. Observe the maintenance instruc-
tions. Refer to the Operating Instructions
for part number and original equipment
designation.
• Never touch the power plug with wet
hands.
• The power cord and/or extension cord
must not be subjected to of mechanical
damage by vehicle tyres, or to lateral or
longitudinal distress (squeezing, pinching
or pulling).
• The extension cord must have the cross-
section specified in the Operating Instruc-
tions, and must be spray-water protected.
The cable coupling must not be placed in
water.
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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• When replacing couplings on power or ex-
tension cords, the splash protection and
mechanical strength must be maintained.
Observe the maintenance instructions.
Operating Specifics
• Prior to each use, the unit and its attach-
ments must be inspected for proper con-
dition and operational safety. If the unit is
found to be in unsatisfactory or unsafe
condition, its use is prohibited.
• Please check especially the safety cap
and the electrical power connection.
• The steam hose must be free of damage
(scalding hazard!). A damaged steam
hose must be replaced without delay.
• Only hoses and connecting elements ap-
proved by the manufacturer may be used.
• Refer to the Operating Instructions for or-
der number and original equipment desi-
gnation.
• Never fill the boiler with solvent-bearing li-
quids or undiluted acids! This particularly
includes cleaning agents, petrol or paint
thinner. EXPLOSION HAZARD! Also, do
not use acetone, undiluted acids and sol-
vents, because they attack the materials
of which the unit is constructed.
• In the event that the unit is used at petrol
stations and in other hazardous areas, the
appropriate safety regulations must be
observed. Operation of the unit in explo-
sive environments is prohibited.
• The unit must be placed securely on a firm
surface.
• During operation, the steam control
switch must not be wedged open.
• Use extreme caution when filling water
into the boiler while it is still hot. Sudden
steam pressure could expel hot water
from the boiler and cause severe scalding
injury!