Important Safety Information - Kärcher DG-232437 Operator's Manual

INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAfETy INfORMATION
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer's operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer. Warning information
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer's instruc-
tions and warnings shall be read to and discussed
with the operator in the operator's native language by
the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator
comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers' instructions.
The operator must know how to stop the machine
quickly and understand the operation of all controls.
Never permit anyone to operate the engine without
proper instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it
if machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
This machine is to be used only by trained
operators.
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WARNING: When using this machine basic precau-
tions should always be followed, including the
following:
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PRIOR TO USE.
PRIOR TO USE.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. All installations must comply with local codes.
Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company
or the selling distributor for specific details.
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Failure to follow instructions
could cause malfunction
of the machine and result
in death, serious bodily in-
jury and/or property damage.
9.800-082.0 • Rev. 01/08
WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation.
WARNING
Use this product only in a well
ventilated area.
5. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poi-
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sonous carbon monoxide gas;
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exposure may cause loss of
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consciousness and may lead
vENTILATED AREA.
to death. It also contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: Flammable liquids
WARNING
can create fumes which can
ignite causing property dam-
age or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of fire. Do not
add fuel when the product is
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DO NOT ADD fUEL
operating.
WHEN OPERATING
MACHINE. WARNING: Risk of explosion
— do not spray flammable
liquids.
6. Do not place machine near flammable objects as
the engine is hot.
7. Allow engine to cool for 1-2 minutes before refu-
eling. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is
dry before testing the spark plug or starting the
engine. (Fire and/or explosion may occur if this is
not done.)
Gasoline engines on mobile or portable equipment
shall be refueled:
a. outdoors;
b. with the engine on the equipment stopped;
c. with no source of ignition within 10 feet of
the dispensing point; and
d. with an allowance made for expansion of the
fuel should the equipment be exposed to a
higher ambient temperature.
In an overfilling situation, additional precautions
are necessary to ensure that the situation is
handled in a safe manner.
8. Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel
shut-off valve OFF.
WARNING: Keep wand, hose,
WARNING
and water spray away from
electric wiring or fatal electric
shock may result.
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