Important Safety Instructions - Kärcher G 3200 XK Owner's Manual

Read the operating instructions of the
engine manufacturer before start-up and
follow the safety instructions carefully.
WARNING
When using this product, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the fol-
lowing:
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Read all instructions before using product.
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To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision
is necessary when a product is used near
children.
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Know how to stop the product and bleed pres-
sures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls.
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing.
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Do not operate when fatigued or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Keep operating area clear of all persons.
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Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup-
port. Keep good footing and balance at all
times.
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Wear safety goggles and ear protection.
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Follow the maintenance instructions specified
in the manual.
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To avoid risks, all repairs and replacement
of spare parts should only be carried out by
trained personnel.
WARNING
Risk of injection or injury, do not direct
discharge stream at persons or animals.
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High pressure jets can be dangerous if mis-
used. The jet must not be directed at persons,
animals, electrical devices, or the unit itself.
DANGER
Do not spray electrical connections, electrical
outlets or fixtures.
WARNING
Risk of explosion, do not spray flammable
liquids. Operate only where open flame or
torch is permitted.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not use acids, solvents, or any alkaline
or flammable material in this product. These
products can cause physical injuries to the
operator and irreversible damage to the
machine.
WARNING
Gun kicks back, hold with both hands.
n The trigger gun safety lock prevents the
trigger from accidentally being engaged. This
safety feature must be engaged when replac-
ing nozzles or not in use.
CAUTION
Risk of asphyxiation: use this product only in
a well ventilated area.
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Operate and fuel machine in a well ventilated
area, free of devices featuring an open pilot
or flame such as boilers, water heaters, etc.
CAUTION
Risk of fire, do not add fuel when the product
is operating or still hot.
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Do not operate if fuel has been spilled. In-
stead, move machine to different location and
avoid creating sparks.
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This machine has hot surfaces which can
cause burns. Operate in a safe environment
and away from children.
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Do not touch hot surfaces or allow acces-
sories to contact hot surfaces.
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Do not leave machine running unattended.
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Avoid tipping machine on its side.
WARNING
Serious injury can result from high pressure
discharge produced by pressure washers.
Keep out of reach of children.