Kärcher 1105 VAPORAPID Manual page 4

Steam Cleaner
If you notice any transport damage whi-
le unpacking the unit, notify your dealer
immediately.
The warning and information decals at-
tached to the unit feature provide im-
portant details for safe operation.
In addition to the information provided in
the Operating Instructions, the general
safety regulations and accident preven-
tion ordinances imposed by official au-
thorities must be observed.
Electrical Connection
Connect the unit only to properly groun-
ded mains receptacles supplying the
voltage indicated on the rating plate.
Devices certified in compliance with
Protection Class I must be operated on
properly earthed power sources.
In high-humidity environments, such as
bath installations, the unit may be ope-
rated only in conjunction with an appro-
ved protective ground-fault circuit inter-
ruptor. Please obtain the advice of an
electrical specialist.
The unit must be operated with the po-
wer supply cord or cable as specified
by the manufacturer. No substitutions
are permitted. Observe the mainte-
nance instructions. Refer to the Opera-
ting Instructions for part number and
original equipment designation.
Never touch the power plug with wet
hands.
The power cord and/or extension cord
must not be subjected to of mechanical
damage by vehicle tyres, or to lateral or
longitudinal distress (squeezing, pin-
ching or pulling).
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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The extension cord must have the
cross-section specified in the Operating
Instructions, and must be spray-water
protected. The cable coupling must not
be placed in water.
When replacing couplings on power or
extension cords, the splash protection
and mechanical strength must be main-
tained. Observe the maintenance in-
structions.
Operating Specifics
Prior to each use, the unit and its at-
tachments must be inspected for proper
condition and operational safety. If the
unit is found to be in unsatisfactory or
unsafe condition, its use is prohibited.
Please check especially the safety
catch and the electrical power connec-
tion.
The steam hose must be free of dama-
ge (scalding hazard!). A damaged
steam hose must be replaced without
delay. Only hoses and connecting ele-
ments approved by the manufacturer
may be used.
Refer to the Operating Instructions for
order number and original equipment
designation.
Never fill the boiler with solvent-bearing
liquids or undiluted acids! This particu-
larly includes cleaning agents, petrol or
paint thinner. EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Also, do not use acetone, undiluted aci-
ds and solvents, because they attack
the materials of which the unit is con-
structed.
In the event that the unit is used at pe-
trol stations and in other hazardous are-
as, the appropriate safety regulations