Kärcher FC 3 Cordless Operator's Manual page 4

Do not incinerate the appliance
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even if it severely damaged. The
batteries can explode in fire.
Short circuit hazard! Do not insert
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conductive objects (such as screw-
drivers or similar) into the charger
plug.
You may recharge the battery using
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only the original charger provided
with the appliance or a charger ap-
proved by KÄRCHER.
In case of visual damage, replace
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the charger with original manufac-
turer suggested parts.
Under abusive conditions, liquid
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may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact accidental-
ly occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from
the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
Do not use a battery pack or appli-
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ance that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may
exhibit unpredictable behavior re-
sulting in fire, explosion or risk of in-
jury.
Recharge only with the charger
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specified by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of
fire when used with another battery
pack.
Follow all charging instructions and
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do not charge the battery pack or
appliance outside of the tempera-
ture range specified in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside of the speci-
fied range may demage the battery
and increase the risk of fire.
Store and use the charger in dry
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rooms only.
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Do not expose a battery pack or ap-
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pliance to fire or excessive temper-
atures. Exposure to fire or tempera-
tures above 265°F (130°C) may
cause explosion.
Store and use the charger in dry
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rooms only, ambient temperature
41 - 104°F (5 - 40°C)
Store and operate the appliance at
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temperatures from 32 - 104°F
(0 - 40 °C).
The battery has been tested as per
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the relevant directives for interna-
tional transport and can be trans-
ported/shipped.
Never immerse the device in water
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or other liquids.
Never use the device in pools con-
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taining water.
Do not service the device when it is
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plugged in.
Do not clean over floor electrical
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outlets.
Create stability for the device prior
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to any work on or with the device to
prevent accidents or damage.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers
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and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
Keep your hands protected while
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cleaning the suction head- risk of in-
jury from sharp objects (e.g. splin-
ters).
The device may not be operated in
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explosive atmospheres.
The air vents on the device must
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not be blocked up.
Do not add acetic acids, descaling
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agents, essential oils or similar sub-
stances to the fresh water tank.
Also ensure that the substances
are not drawn in.
Only use this device on sealed hard
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floors (e. g. varnished parquet,
enamelled tiles, Linoleum).