Kärcher K 3.68 M Betriebsanleitung Seite 10

Warning
!
Unsuitable extension cables can be haz-
ardous. Only use extension cables out-
doors which have been approved for this
purpose and labelled with a sufficient ca-
ble cross section:
1 - 10 m: 1,5 mm
10 - 30 m: 2,5 mm
!
Check the high-pressure hose for damage
before every use. Please arrange for the
immediate exchange of a damaged high-
pressure hose.
!
High-pressure hoses, fixtures and cou-
plings are important for the safety of the
appliance. Only use high-pressure hoses,
fixtures and couplings recommended by
the manufacturer.
!
Do not use the appliance when there are
other persons around unless they are also
wearing safety gear.
!
Cleaning operations which produce oily
waste water, e.g. engine washes, under-
body washes, may only be carried out us-
ing washing stations equipped with an oil
separator.
Note
!
The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been in-
structed accordingly.
!
The operator must use the appliance
properly. When working with the appli-
ance, he must consider the local condi-
tions and pay due care and attention to
other persons, in particular children, who
are nearby.
!
Observe a distance of at least 30 cm when
using the jet to clean painted surfaces to
avoid damaging paintwork.
!
Wear protective clothing and safety gog-
gles to protect against back spray contain-
ing water or dirt.
!
Never leave the appliance unattended
when it is in operation.
!
This appliance was designed to be used
with detergents which are supplied or rec-
ommended by the manufacturer. The use
of other detergents or chemicals may
compromise the safety of the appliance.
!
Make sure that the power cable or exten-
sion cables are not damaged by running
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over, pinching, dragging or similar. Protect
the power cable from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
!
The connection between the power cable
and extension cable must not lie in water.
!
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 in-
stalled in accordance with IEC 60364.
!
The appliance may only be connected to
alternating current. The voltage must cor-
respond with the type plate on the appli-
ance.
!
The minimum fuse rating required at the
socket outlet is 10 A (slow-blow).
!
To avoid accidents due to electrical faults
we recommend the use of sockets with a
line-side current-limiting circuit breaker
(max. 30 mA nominal tripping current).
!
The plug and coupling of the extension ca-
ble used must be watertight.
!
Always fully unroll electrical cables from
the cable drum.
Safety Devices
Safety devices prevent injury and may not be
modified or bypassed.
Unit switch
The switch prevents unintended starting of the
appliance. Stop the appliance during breaks
or after operation.
Safety catch
The safety catch on the trigger gun prevents
the appliance from being switched on uninten-
tionally.