Important Safety In; Grounding Instructions - Kärcher K 3.96 M Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
When using this product basic
precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all the instructions before us-
ing the product.
To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
pervision is neccessary when a
product is used near children.
Know how to stop the product and
bleed pressures quickly. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls.
Stay alert — watch what you are do-
ing.
Do not operate the product when fa-
tigued or under the influence of alco-
hol or drugs.
Keep operating area clear of all per-
sons.
Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
ble support. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
Risk of Injection or Injury to persons
- Do not direct discharge stream at
persons.
High pressure jets can be dangerous
if subject to misuse. The jet must not
be directed at persons, animals,
electrical devices, or the machine it-
self.
Wear safety goggles.
Do not use acids and solvents in this
product. These products can cause
physical injuries to the operator and
irreversible damage to the machine.
To reduce the risk of electrocution,
keep all connections dry and off the
ground.
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.
WARNING
Do not spray electrical apparatus and
wiring.
Do not use with flammable liquids and
toxic chemicals.
Injection hazard: equipment can cause
serious injury if the spray penetrates the
skin. do not point the gun at anyone or
any part of the body. In case of penetra-
tion seek medical aid immediately.
This system is capable of producing
1750 PSI to avoid rupture and injury, do
not operate this pump with components
rated less than 1750 PSI working pres-
sure (including but not limited to spray
guns, hose and hose connections).
Before servicing, cleaning or removing
any parts, shut off power and relieve
pressure.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resis-
tance 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
grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in ac-
cordance with all local codes and ordi-
nances.
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrocution. Check with a qualified