Kärcher SC 2 EasyFix Operating Instructions Manual page 6

Electric components
DANGER
 Never use the appliance in
pools containing water.
 Do not level the steam jet di-
rectly at equipment that con-
tains electrical components,
such as the inside of ovens.
 Check the appliance and the
accessories, especially the
power cord, the safety lock
and the steam hose for prop-
er condition.
Do not use the appliance in
case of damage.
 If the power cord is damaged,
please arrange immediately
for the exchange by an au-
thorized customer service or
a skilled electrician.
 Promptly replace a damaged
steam hose. You may only
use a steam hose that is rec-
ommended by the manufac-
turer.
 Never touch the mains plug
and the socket with wet
hands.
 Always disconnect the mains
plug and allow the steam
cleaner to cool down before
performing any maintenance
work.
 Repair works may only be
performed by the authorized
customer service.
 The connection between the
power cord and extension ca-
ble must not lie in water.
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WARNING
 The appliance may only be
connected to an electric sup-
ply that has been installed by
an electrician in accordance
with IEC 60364.
 The appliance may only be
connected to alternating cur-
rent. The voltage must corre-
spond with the type plate of
the appliance.
 In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms,
connect the appliance to
sockets with a series con-
nected RCD adapter.
 Only use splash-proof electri-
cal extension cables with a
minimum cross-section of
3x1 mm²
 Replace couplings at the
power cord or extension ca-
ble only with couplings that
have the same protection
against splashing water and
the same mechanical
strength.
 Be very careful while cleaning
tiled walls with sockets.
CAUTION
 Make sure that the power
cord or extension cable is not
damaged by running over,
pinching, dragging or the like.
Protect the power cords from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
Safe handling
DANGER
 The user must use the appli-
ance as intended. The person
must consider the local condi-
tions and must pay attention