Kärcher 4.762-010.0 Manual page 8

proper working order and is operating
safely prior to use. Otherwise, the appli-
ance must not be used.
If the appliance is used in hazardous ar-
–
eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-
sponding safety provisions must be
observed. It is not allowed to use the
appliance in hazardous locations.
All current-conducting parts in the work-
–
ing area must be protected against jet
water.
The lever of the hand spray gun must
–
not be locked during the operation.
Wear appropriate protective clothing to
–
protect yourself from spattering parts.
Never direct the water jet on human be-
–
ings, animals, the appliance or electri-
cal parts.
Do not clean materials containing as-
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bestos or other health-hazardous sub-
stances.
The alternate or simultaneous spraying of
–
light metals and iron-containing parts in a
spray room is prohibited, unless the clean-
ing of the spray room is ensured prior to
each change (fire and explosion risk).
You must not use spray agents containing
–
iron to spray magnesium alloy containing
more than 80% magnesium.
It is prohibited to use silicone spraying
–
agents.
Do not use any spraying agents that ex-
–
ceed the permissible limits of hazard-
ous substances according to the
applicable required specifications.
Please follow the national/ local regulations
for the following topics while working in
containers or in closed rooms:
Working in containers and closed
–
rooms
Use of personal emergency signal units
–
Wear the following protective equipment
while spraying:
Eye and face protection
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Hearing protection
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Impact protection covering the body
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and shoulders
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Protective gloves
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Safety shoes
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respirator if necessary
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Safety and hygiene regulatioins according
to the national/ local regulations need to be
followed.
The operator must use the appliance
–
properly. The operator must consider
the local conditions and must pay atten-
tion to third parties, in particular chil-
dren, when working with the appliance.
The appliance may only used by per-
–
sons who have been instructed in han-
dling the appliance or have proven
qualification and expertise in operating
the appliance or have been explicitly
assigned the task of handling the appli-
ance. The appliance must not be oper-
ated by children, young persons or
persons who have not been instructed
accordingly.
Never leave the machine unattended so
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long as it is under pressure.
Do not touch the emerging spray jet.
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Symbols in the operating
Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe
injury or even death.
Warning
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to severe injury or even death.
Caution
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to mild injury to persons or damage to
property.
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instructions