Important Safety Instructions; Grounding Instructions - Kärcher K 3.99 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
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using the product.
To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
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pervision is necessary when a pro-
duct is used near children.
Know how to stop the product and
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bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroug-
hly familiar with the controls.
Stay alert – watch what you are
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doing.
Do not operate the product when fa-
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tigued or under the influence of alco-
hol or drugs.
Keep operating area clear of all per-
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sons.
Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
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ble support. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
Follow the maintenance instructions
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specified in the manual.
This Product Is Provided With A
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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Built
Into The Power Cord Plug. If Repla-
cement Of The Plug Or Cord Is Nee-
ded, Use Only Identical
Replacement Parts.
Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not
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Direct Discharge Stream At Per-
sons.
High pressure jets can be dangerous
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if misused. The jet must not be direc-
ted at persons, animals, electrical
devices, or the machine itself.
Wear safety goggles.
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Do not use acids and solvents in this
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product. These products can cause
physical injuries to the operator and
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irreversible damage to the machine.
To reduce the risk of electrocution,
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keep all connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch plug with wet
hands.
The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PRE-
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VENTS the trigger from accidentally
being engaged. This safety feature
DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON
position.
Do not use extension cord with this
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unit.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resi-
stance 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 groun-
ding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is proper-
ly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electrician or service personnel if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the product - if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet in-
stalled by a qualified electrician. Do not
use any type of adapter with this pro-
duct.