Karcher K 5.93 manual Important Safety Instructions, Grounding Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!	! The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PRE-
When using this product basic	VENTS the trigger from accidentally
precautions should always be	being engaged. This safety feature
followed, including the following:	DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON
! Read all the instructions before	position.
using the product.	￿ WARNING

!To reduce the risk of injury, close su- pervision is neccessary when a pro- duct is used near children.

!Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroug- hly familiar with the controls.

!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.

!Risk of Injection or Injury to persons - Do not direct discharge stream at persons.

Do not spray electrical apparatus and wiring.

Do not use with flammable liquids and toxic chemicals.

Injection hazard: equipment can cause serious injury if the spray penetrates the skin. do not point the gun at anyone or any part of the body. In case of penetra- tion seek medical aid immediately.

This system is capable of producing 10500 kPa to avoid rupture and injury, do not operate this pump with compon- ents rated less than 10500 kPa working pressure (including but not limited to spray guns, hose and hose connec- tions).

Before servicing, cleaning or removing any parts, shut off power and relieve pressure.

Grounding Instructions

!High pressure jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed 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 irreversible damage to the machine.

!To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground.

!Do not touch plug with wet hands.

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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