Karcher K 3.99M Important Safety Instructions, Grounding Instructions, including the following

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!	irreversible damage to the machine.
When using this product basic	! To reduce the risk of electrocution,
precautions should always be followed,	keep all connections dry and off the
	ground. Do not touch plug with wet
including the following:
	hands.
! Read all the instructions before
	! The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PRE-
using the product.
! To reduce the risk of injury, close su-	VENTS the trigger from accidentally
	being engaged. This safety feature
pervision is necessary when a pro-
	DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON
duct is used near children.
	position.
! Know how to stop the product and
	! Do not use extension cord with this
bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroug-
hly familiar with the controls.	unit.

!Stay alert – watch what you are doing.

!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.

!This Product Is Provided With A 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 Direct Discharge Stream At Per- sons.

!High pressure jets can be dangerous if misused. The jet must not be direc- ted at persons, animals, electrical devices, or the machine itself.

!Wear safety goggles.

!Do not use acids and solvents in this product. These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and

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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.