IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

„Read the operating instructions of the engine manufacturer before start-up and follow the safety instructions care- fully.

￿WARNING

When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

„Read all the instructions before using the product.

„To reduce the risk of injury, close super- vision is necessary when a product is used near children.

„Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly famil- iar with the controls.

„Stay alert – watch what you are doing.

„Do not operate the product when fa- tigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

„Keep operating area clear of all per- sons.

„Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times.

„Wear safety goggles.

„Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual.

￿WARNING

Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not Di-

rect Discharge Stream At Persons.

„High pressure jets can be dangerous if misused. The jet must not be directed at persons, animals, electrical devices, or the unit itself.

„Do not spray electrical connections, electrical outlets or fixtures.

￿WARNING

Risk Of Explosion – Do not spray flam- mable liquids.

„Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, or any flammable material in this product. These products can cause physical in-

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juries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine.

￿WARNING

Gun Kicks Back – Hold with both hands.

„The Trigger Gun Safety Lock prevents the trigger from accidentally being en- gaged. This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON position.

￿CAUTION

Risk of Asphyxiation – Use this product only in a well ventilated area.

„Operate and fuel machine in a well ven- tilated area, free of devices featuring an open pilot or flame such as boilers, wa- ter heaters, etc.

￿CAUTION

Risk of Fire – Do not add fuel when the product is operating.

„Do not operate if fuel has been spilled. Instead, move the machine to a differ- ent location and avoid creating sparks.

„Do not remove the gas tank cap or add fuel while the engine is running or hot. Add fuel after the engine has cooled by waiting 2 or more minutes after the en- gine is stopped.

„Do not smoke when adding fuel

„Do not allow the high pressure hose to come into contact with the muffler guard.

„Do not leave the machine running unat- tended.

„Avoid tipping the machine on its side.

„Do not operate the machine with the muffler or the air cleaner removed. Es- pecially for the muffler, check the tight- ness of mounting screw, damage and leakage periodically, and if abnormality is found, repair or replace it.

„Occasionally inspect the fuel system componets to check for cracks and leaks. Replace components when nec- essary.

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Karcher G 2000 MK manual Important Safety Instructions, Risk Of Explosion Do not spray flam- mable liquids