Kärcher IB 15/120 Manual page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
When using this product basic precau-
tions should always be followed, in-
cluding the following:
Read all the instructions before us-
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ing the product.
To reduce the risk of injury, close
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supervision is necessary when a
product 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 do-
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ing.
Do not operate the product when
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fatigued or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Keep operating area clear of all per-
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sons.
Do not overreach or stand on un-
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stable support. Keep good footing
and balance at all times.
Follow the maintenance instruc-
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tions specified in the manual.
Examine mains cable before using
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and do not use the machine if the
mains cable is damaged.
Do not abuse mains cable and do
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not yank on any cord to disconnect.
Keep mains cable away from heat
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and sharp edges.
Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not
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Direct Discharge Stream At Per-
sons.
Risk Of Explosion – Do not spray
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flammable liquids.
CAUTION
Gun Kicks Back – Hold with both
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hands.
Cold surfaces – use only designed
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gripping areas of lance (wand or
gun).
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-

TROCUTION, KEEP ALL CON-
NECTIONS DRY AND OFF
GROUND. DO NOT TOUCH PLUG
WITH WET HANDS.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
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ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
INJECTION HAZARD: EQUIP-
MENT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS IN-
JURY IF THE SPRAY
PENETRATES THE SKIN. DO
NOT POINT THE GUN AT ANY-
ONE OR ANY PART OF THE
BODY. IN CASE OF PENETRA-
TION SEEK MEDICAL AID IMME-
DIATELY.
THIS SYSTEM IS CAPABLE FOR
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PRODUCING 1600 kPa. TO
AVOID RUPTURE AND INJURY,
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLI-
ANCE WITH COMPONENTS RAT-
ED LESS THAN 1600 kPa WORK-
ING PRESSURE (INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO SPRAY
GUNS, HOSE AND HOSE CON-
NECTIONS).
BEFORE SERVICING, CLEAN-

ING, OR REMOVAL OF ANY
PART, SHUT OFF POWER AND
RELIEVE PRESSURE.
HIGH PRESSURE. KEEP CLEAR
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OF NOZZLE.
CLOSE COVER BEFORE OPER-
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ATING THE MACHINE.
THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED

FOR COMMERCIAL USE.
DO NOT SPRAY ENERGIZED
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ELECTRICAL APPARATUS AND
WIRING.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. In the
event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electrick
shock by providing an escape wire for
the electric current. This product is
equipped with a cord having a ground-
ing wire with an appropriate grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING
Improper installation of the grounding
plug is able to result in a risk of electric
shock. When repair or replacement of
the cord or plug is required, do not con-
nect the grounding wire to either flat
blade terminal. The wire with insulation
having an outer surface that is green
with or without yellow stripes is the
grounding wire. Check with a qualified
electrician or serviceman when the
grounding instructions are not com-
pletely understood, or when in doubt
as or whether the product is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug pro-
vided; if it does not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal
120-V circuit and has a grounding plug
similar to the plug illustrated in sketch
A. Only connect the product to an out-
let having the same configuration as
the plug. Do not use an Adapter with
this product.
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1 Grounded outlet
2 Grounded outlet box
3 Grounded pin
EXTENSION CORDS
Use only a 3-wire extension cord that
has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-
slot receptacle that accepts the plug
from the product. When using an ex-
tension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your prod-
uct draws.
For lengths less than 80 ft, No. 16
AWG extension cords shall be used.
For lengths less than 130 ft, No. 14
AWG extension cords shall be used.
For lengths less than 200 ft, No. 12
AWG extension cords shall be used.
An undersized cord results in an drop
in line voltage and loss of power and
overheating. Do not use damaged ex-
tension cords. Examine extension cord
before using and replace if damaged.
Do not abuse extension cord and do
not yank on any cord to disconnect.
Keep cord away from heat and sharp
edges. Always disconnect the exten-
sion cord from the receptacle before
disconnecting the product from the ex-
tension cord.
Please read and comply with
these original instructions
prior to the initial operation of your ap-
pliance and store them for later use or
subsequent owners.
Proper use
The machine is used to remove dirt us-
ing dry ice pellets that are speeded up
using an air jet.
The machine should not be operated in
explosive environments.
Use only dry ice pellets as jet medium.
Using any other jet medium can cause
damage to the machine.
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