Important Safety Instructions - Kärcher K 3.86 M Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!
When using this product basic precauti-
ons should always be followed, inclu-
ding the following:
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Read all the instructions before
using the product.
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To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
pervision is neccessary when a pro-
duct is used near children.
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Know how to stop the product and
bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroug-
hly familiar with the controls.
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Stay alert — watch what you are
doing.
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Do not operate the product when fa-
tigued or under the influence of alco-
hol or drugs.
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Keep operating area clear of all per-
sons.
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Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
ble support. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
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Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
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This Product Is Provided With A
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GF-
CI) Built Into The Power Cord Plug.
If Replacement Of The Plug Or Cord
Is Needed, Use Only Identical Re-
placement Parts.
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Risk of Injection or Injury to persons
- Do not direct discharge stream at
persons.
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High pressure jets can be dangerous
if subject to misuse. The jet must not
be directed at persons, animals,
electrical devices, or the machine
itself.
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Wear safety goggles.
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Do not use acids and solvents in this
product. These products can cause
physical injuries to the operator and
irreversible damage to the machine.
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To reduce the risk of electrocution,
keep all connections dry and off the
ground.
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Do not touch plug with wet hands.
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The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PRE-
VENTS the trigger from accidentally
being engaged. This safety feature
DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON
position.
Grounding Instructions
This product must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resi-
stance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock. This product is
equipped with a cord having an equip-
ment-grounding conductor and a groun-
ding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is proper-
ly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electrician or service personnel if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the product - if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet in-
stalled by a qualified electrician. Do not
use any type of adapter with this pro-
duct.