Kärcher 210 Plus, User Manual

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Safety instruction for high-pressure cleaners
Before start-up please read these instructions !
Before using the machine please read the
operating instructions for your unit and comply in
particular with these safety instructions.
The warning and information signs attached to
the unit provide important information for safe
operation.
Apart from the information in the operating
instructions comply with the general safety
regulations and regulations for the prevention of
accidents.
Power supply
The voltage indicated on the rating plate must
correspond to the voltage of the power source.
We recommend that this equipment is only
connected into a socket which is protected by a
circuit-breaker that would be actuated by a 30
mA residual current.
Only use or replace power supply cables for this
unit which correspond to the types indicated by
the manufacturer. See the operating instructions
for the order no. and types.
If the plug is damaged, pay attention to the
following: Plugs and sockets confirming to BS
4243 or BS 196 should be used wherever
practicable. Domestic pattern plugs to BS 546
should not be used. The wiring of the plug should
leave more slack in the earth continuity conductor
than in the other cores, so that it is not the first
core to be pulled out of its terminal should the
cord grip fail. Plugs which have good grips
capable of maintaining a firm hold on the cable
sheath should be selected. In general, additional
means should be provided to relieve stress on
cable terminations in the plug. For example,
additional cable clamps should be fitted or a
substantial chain could be used to tether the
machine to a fixed point. Plugs and sockets
situated near the work site or outdoors should
be to class IP 55 of BS 5490 to provide adequate
protection against ingress of water, etc. and cable
entries require effective sealing. Rubber shrouds
should be provided over cable glands. Drip-proof
(class IP X2 of BS 5490) plugs and sockets to BS
4343 are suitable for use indoors where the plug
is away from the water spray area where the
appliance is in use.
Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.
Do not run over, crush or pull the power supply
cable or extension lead, otherwise it may be
damaged. Protect the cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
The extension lead must have a cross section in
accordance with the operating instructions and
be protected against splashed water. The
connection must not be in water.
When replacing couplings on the power supply
cable or extension lead the spray water guard
and mechanical stability must remain in tact.
Water supply
Comply with the regulations of your water supply
company.
All connecting hoses must have properly sealed
joints.
The high-pressure hose must not be damaged
(danger of bursting). A damaged high-pressure
hose must be replaced immediately. Only use
hoses and connections recommended by the
manufacturer.