Kärcher K 3.80 MD Manual page 11

mediate replacement of a damaged high-
pressure hose.
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The appliance may not be used in areas
where a risk of explosion is present.
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If the appliance is used in hazardous areas
(e.g. filling stations) the corresponding safety
provisions must be observed.

High-pressure jets can be dangerous if im-
properly used. The jet must not be directed
at persons, animals, live electrical equip-
ment or at the appliance itself.

The high-pressure jet must not be directed at
other persons or directed by the user at him/
herself to clean clothing or footwear.
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Never use the appliance to clean objects
containing hazardous substances (e.g. as-
bestos).
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Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are susceptible
to damage from the high-pressure jet and
may burst. The first indication of this is a dis-
colouration of the tyre. Damaged vehicle
tyres/tyre valves are highly dangerous. En-
sure that a distance of at least 30 cm is ob-
served when cleaning with the jet!
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Risk of explosion!
Do not spray flammable liquids.
Never draw in fluids containing solvents or
undiluted acids and solvents! This includes
petrol, paint thinner and heating oil. The
spray mist thus generated is highly inflam-
mable, explosive and poisonous. Do not use
acetone, undiluted acids and solvents as
they are damaging to the materials from
which the appliance is made.
Warning

The mains plug and the coupling of an exten-
sion cable must be watertight and must nev-
er lay in the water.

Unsuitable extension cables can be hazard-
ous. Only use extension cables outdoors
which have been approved for this purpose
and labelled with a sufficient cable cross-
section: 1 - 10 m: 1.5 mm
mm
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Always fully unroll electrical cables from the
cable drum.
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High-pressure hoses, fixtures and couplings
are important for the safety of the appliance.
Only use high-pressure hoses, fixtures and
couplings recommended by the manufactur-
er.
; 10 - 30 m: 2.5
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This appliance is not intended for use by per-
sons with reduced physical, sensory or men-
tal capabilities.
The appliance must not be operated by chil-
dren or persons who have not been instruct-
ed accordingly.
Children should be supervised to prevent
them from playing with the appliance.

Keep packaging film away from children -
risk of suffocation!

The operator must use the appliance cor-
rectly. When working with the appliance, he
must consider the local conditions and pay
due care and attention to other persons, in
particular children, who are nearby.

Do not use the appliance when there are oth-
er persons around unless they are also
wearing safety equipment.

Wear protective clothing and safety goggles
to protect against splash back containing
water or dirt.
Caution

In case of extended downtimes, switch the
appliance off at the main switch / appliance
switch or remove the mains plug.

Do not operate the appliance at tempera-
tures below 0 °C.

Observe a distance of at least 30 cm when
using the jet to clean painted surfaces to
avoid damaging paintwork.

Never leave the appliance unattended when
it is in operation.

Make sure that the power cable or extension
cables are not damaged by running over,
pinching, dragging or similar. Protect the
power cable from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

All current-conducting parts in the working
area must be protected against jet water.

The appliance may only be connected to an
electrical supply which has been installed in
accordance with IEC 60364.

The appliance may only be connected to al-
ternating current. The voltage must corre-
spond with the type plate on the appliance.

The maximum tolerable mains impedance at
the electrical contact point (see Technical
Data) must not be exceeded.

For safety reasons, we recommend that you
operate the appliance only via a earth-leak-
age circuit breaker (max. 30 mA).
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Cleaning operations which produce oily
waste water, e.g. engine washes, underbody
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