Kärcher HD 7/18-4, Manual

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pressure hoses, spray guns, are dam-
aged.
– Never draw in fluids containing solvents
or undiluted acids and solvents! This in-
cludes petrol, paint thinner and heating
oil. The spray mist thus generated is
highly inflammable, explosive and poi-
sonous. Do not use acetone, undiluted
acids and solvents as they are aggres-
sive towards the materials from which
the appliance is made.
– If the appliance is used in hazardous ar-
eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-
sponding safety provisions must be ob-
served. It is not allowed to use the appli-
ance in hazardous locations.
– The appliance must be sitting on an
even, stable ground.
– Wear ear plugs if the operating instruc-
tions of the appliance (Technical data)
mention a noise level of more than 80
dB(A).
– All current-conducting parts in the work-
ing area must be protected against jet
water.
– The lever of the hand spray gun must
not be locked during the operation.
– Wear protective clothing and safety
goggles to protect against splash back
containing water or dirt.
– High-pressure jets can be dangerous if
improperly used. The jet may not be di-
rected at persons, animals, live electri-
cal equipment or at the appliance itself.
– The jet must not be directed at other
persons or directed by the user at him/
herself to clean clothing or footwear.
– Vehicle tyres/ tyre valves may be
cleaned only with a minimum spray dis-
tance of 30 cm. Otherwise, the high
pressure spray can cause damage to
the vehicle tyre/ tyre valve. The discol-
ouring of the tyre is the first sign of dam-
age. Damaged vehicle tyres are a
source of danger.
– Do not spray materials containing as-
bestos or other health-hazardous sub-
stances.
– With short spray lances, there is a risk
of injury, as a hand can accidentally
come in contact with the high pressure
jet. If the spray lance is shorter than 75
cm, you must not use a point spray noz-
zle or a rotor nozzle.
– Prior to cleaning, a risk assessment
must be performed for the surface to be
cleaned to determine the safety and
health requirements. The respective re-
quired protective measures must be
taken.
– Do not open the hood when the motor is
running.
– Let the hoses cool off after hot water op-
eration or operate the appliance briefly
using cold water.
– In case of extended downtimes, switch
the appliance off at the main switch / ap-
pliance switch or remove the mains
plug.
– The operator must use the appliance
properly. The person must consider the
local conditions and must pay attention
to third parties, in particular children,
when working with the appliance.
– Never leave the machine unattended so
long as it is running.
– The appliance may only used by per-
sons who have been instructed in han-
dling the appliance or have proven
qualification and expertise in operating
the appliance or have been explicitly
assigned the task of handling the appli-
ance. The appliance must not be oper-
ated by children, young persons or per-
sons who have not been instructed ac-
cordingly.
– This appliance is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities.
– The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been
instructed accordingly.
– Do not use the appliance when there
are other persons around unless they
are also wearing safety gear.
Operations
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