Karcher K 2.93 manual Important Safety Instructions, Grounding Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!	! Do not use acids and solvents in this
	product. These products can cause
When using this product basic precauti-	physical injuries to the operator and
	irreversible damage to the machine.
ons should always be followed, inclu-
	! To reduce the risk of electrocution,
ding the following:
	keep all connections dry and off the
! Read all the instructions before
	ground. Do not touch plug with wet
using the product.
	hands.
! To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
	! The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PRE-
pervision is neccessary when a pro-
duct is used near children.	VENTS the trigger from accidentally
	being engaged. This safety feature
! Know how to stop the product and
	DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON
bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroug-
	position.
hly familiar with the controls.
	! Do not use extention cord for this
! Stay alert — watch what you are
	unit.
doing.
	￿ WARNING
! Do not operate the product when fa-
tigued or under the influence of alco-	To reduce the risc of electrocution, keep
hol or drugs.	all connections dry and off the ground.
! Keep operating area clear of all per-	Do not touch plug with wet hands.
sons.
	Grounding Instructions
! Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
ble support. Keep good footing and	This product must be grounded. If it
balance at all times.	should malfunction or breakdown,
! Follow the maintenance instructions	grounding provides a path of least resi-
specified in the manual.	stance for electric current to reduce the
! This Product Is Provided With A	risk of electric shock. This product is
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GF-	equipped with a cord having an equip-
CI) Built Into The Power Cord Plug.	ment-grounding conductor and a groun-
If Replacement Of The Plug Or Cord	ding plug. The plug must be plugged
Is Needed, Use Only Identical Re-	into an appropriate outlet that is proper-
placement Parts.	ly installed and grounded in accordance
! Risk of Injection or Injury to persons	with all local codes and ordinances.
- Do not direct discharge stream at	￿ DANGER
persons.	Improper connection of the equipment-
! High pressure jets can be dangerous	grounding conductor can result in a risk
if subject to misuse. The jet must not	of electrocution. Check with a qualified
be directed at persons, animals,	electrician or service personnel if you
electrical devices, or the machine	are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
itself.	properly grounded. Do not modify the
! Wear safety goggles.	plug provided with the product - if it will
	not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet in-

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