Important Safety Instructions - Kärcher G 4000 RH Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the operating instructions of
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the engine manufacturer before
start-up and follow the safety instruc-
tions carefully.
WARNING
When using this product basic pre-
cautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all the instructions before us-
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ing the product.
To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
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pervision is necessary when a prod-
uct is used near children.
Know how to stop the product and
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bleed pressures quickly. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls.
Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
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Do not operate the product when fa-
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tigued or under the influence of alco-
hol or drugs.
Keep operating area clear of all per-
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sons.
Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
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ble support. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
Wear safety goggles.
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Follow the maintenance instructions
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specified in the manual.
WARNING
Risk of Injection or Severe Injury to
Persons – Keep Clear of Nozzle –
Do Not Direct Discharge Stream At
Persons. This machine is to be used
only by qualified operators.
High pressure jets can be dangerous
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if misused. The jet must not be di-
rected at persons, animals, electrical
devices, or the unit itself.
Do not spray electrical connections,
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electrical outlets or fixtures.
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WARNING
Risk Of Explosion – Do not spray
flammable liquids.
Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents,
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or any 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.
The Trigger Gun Safety Lock pre-
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vents the trigger from accidentally
being engaged. This safety feature
DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON
position.
CAUTION
Risk of Asphyxiation – Use this prod-
uct only in a well ventilated area.
Operate and fuel machine in a well
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ventilated area, free of devices fea-
turing an open pilot or flame such as
boilers, water heaters, etc.
CAUTION
Risk of Fire – Do not add fuel when
the product is operating.
Do not operate if fuel has been
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spilled. Instead, move the machine
to a different location and avoid cre-
ating sparks.
The machine has hot surfaces which
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can cause burns. Operate the unit in
a safe environment and away from
children.
Do not touch hot surfaces or allow
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accessories to contact hot surfaces.
Do not allow the high pressure hose
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to come into contact with the muffler
guard.
Do not leave the machine running
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unattended.