Safety Devices - Kärcher K 2.31 M Bedienungsanleitung

Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are susceptible
to damage from the high-pressure jet and
may burst. The first indication of this is a dis-
colouration of the tyre. Damaged vehicle
tyres/tyre valves are highly dangerous. En-
sure that a distance of at least 30 cm is ob-
served when cleaning with the jet!
Never draw in fluids containing solvents or
undiluted acids and solvents! This includes
petrol, paint thinner and heating oil. The
spray mist thus generated is highly inflam-
mable, explosive and poisonous. Do not use
acetone, undiluted acids and solvents as
they are aggressive towards the materials
from which the appliance is made.
Warning
The mains plug and the coupling of an exten-
sion cable must be watertight and must nev-
er lay in the water.
Unsuitable extension cables can be hazard-
ous. Only use extension cables outdoors
which have been approved for this purpose
and labelled with a sufficient cable cross-
section: 1 - 10 m: 1.5 mm
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mm
Always fully unroll electrical cables from the
cable drum.
High-pressure hoses, fixtures and couplings
are important for the safety of the appliance.
Only use high-pressure hoses, fixtures and
couplings recommended by the manufactur-
er.
This device is not intended for use by per-
sons (including children) with reduced phys-
ical, sensory or mental abilities or lacking
experience and/or knowledge, unless they
are supervised by a person responsible for
their safety or are instructed by these per-
sons on the use of the device. Children
should be supervised, to ensure that they do
not play with the device.
The operator must use the appliance cor-
rectly. When working with the appliance, he
must consider the local conditions and pay
due care and attention to other persons, in
particular children, who are nearby.
Do not use the appliance when there are oth-
er persons around unless they are also
wearing safety equipment.
Wear protective clothing and safety goggles
to protect against splash back containing
water or dirt.
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; 10 - 30 m: 2.5
Caution
Observe a distance of at least 30 cm when
using the jet to clean painted surfaces to
avoid damaging paintwork.
Never leave the appliance unattended when
it is in operation.
Make sure that the power cable or extension
cables are not damaged by running over,
pinching, dragging or similar. Protect the
power cable from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
All current-conducting parts in the working
area must be protected against jet water.
The appliance may only be connected to an
electrical supply which has been installed in
accordance with IEC 60364.
The appliance may only be connected to al-
ternating current. The voltage must corre-
spond with the type plate on the appliance.
For safety reasons, we recommend that you
operate the appliance only via a earth-leak-
age circuit breaker (max. 30 mA).
Cleaning operations which produce oily
waste water, e.g. engine washes, underbody
washes, may only be carried out using wash-
ing stations equipped with an oil separator.
This appliance was designed to be used with
detergents which are supplied or recom-
mended by the manufacturer. The use of
other detergents or chemicals may compro-
mise the safety of the appliance.

Safety Devices

Caution
Safety devices protect the user and must not be
modified or bypassed.
Power switch
The appliance switch prevents unintentional op-
eration of the appliance.
Lock trigger gun
This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun and
prevents the inadvertent start of the appliance.
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