Introduction & Important Safety Information - Kärcher HD 2.8/20 Pb-1.575-150.0 Operator's Manual

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INTRodUCTIoN & SAFeTY INFoRMATIoN
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
All information in this manual is based on the latest
product information available at the time of printing.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer's operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer. Warning information
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in english, the manufacturer's instruc-
tions and warnings shall be read to and discussed
with the operator in the operator's native language by
the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator
comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers' instructions.
The operator must know how to stop the machine
quickly and understand the operation of all controls.
Never permit anyone to operate the engine without
proper instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
MACHINe SAFeTY
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
WARNINg
CAUTIoN
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
ReAd oPeRAToR'S
MANUAl
THoRoUgHlY
PRIoR To USe.
2. All installations must comply with local codes.
Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company
or the selling distributor for specific details.
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1. Read the owner's manual
thoroughly. Failure to fol-
low instructions could cause
malfunction of the machine
and result in death, serious
bodily injury and/or property
damage.
9.800-083.0 • REV. 11/06
WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation
WARNINg
— Use this product only in a well
ventilated area.
3. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poi-
sonous carbon monoxide gas;
RISk oF
ASPHYxIATIoN.
exposure may cause loss of
USe oNlY IN A Well
consciousness and may lead
veNTIlATed AReA.
to death. It also contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: Flammable liquids
WARNINg
can create fumes which can
ignite causing property damage
or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of fire — Do not
add fuel when the product is
operating.
RISk oF FIRe.
do NoT Add FUel
WARNING: Risk of explosion
WHeN oPeRATINg
— Do not spray flammable
MACHINe.
liquids.
4. Do not place machine near flammable objects as
the engine is hot.
5. Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes before refuel-
ing. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is
dry before testing the spark plug or starting the
engine. (Fire and/or explosion may occur if this is
not done.)
Refuel gasoline engines on mobile or portable
equipment:
a. outdoors;
b. with the engine on the equipment stopped;
c. with no source of ignition within 10 feet of
the dispensing point; and
d. with an allowance made for expansion of the
fuel should the equipment be exposed to a
higher ambient temperature.
In an overfilling situation, additional precautions are
necessary to ensure that the situation is handled
in a safe manner.
WARNING: High pressure De-
WARNINg
veloped by these machines
will cause personal injury or
equipment damage. Keep clear
of nozzle. Use caution when op-
erating. Do not direct discharge
stream at people, or severe
injury or death will result.
HIgH PReSSURe
SPRAY CAN PIeRCe
SkIN ANd TISSUeS.

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