Kärcher HKF 50 VA/E, Operating Instructions Manual

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English HKF 50 VA/E VA/P
5.956-485 A 2005937 (10/03)
1. Safety information and tips
The following symbols are used in these
operating instructions:
Hazard!
Denotes an directly impending danger. Failure
to observe the information can lead to death or
severe injuries.
Caution!
Denotes a possible hazardous situation. Failure
to observe this information can lead to slight
injuries or damage to property.
Important!
Denotes tips for use and important information.
Maloperation or misuse can lead to hazards for
users and other persons due to:
„
high pressure,
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high electrical voltages (HKF 50 VA/E),
„
cleaning agents or the cleaning liquid used,
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or an explosion hazard.
In order to avoid maloperations and hazards,
before starting up the system or machine for the
first time, please read
„
all safety information given in the enclosed
brochure "Safety Information for High-
Pressure Cleaning Systems“ No. 5.951-949,
„
these operating instructions,
„
the respective national regulations of the
legislator,
„
the safety information provided with the
cleaning agents used (usually on the
package label).
To avoid hazards due to incorrect operation the
system should only be used by persons who
have
„
been instructed in how to handle it,
„
have proven their operating skills,
„
and have been authorised to use it.
The operating instructions must be accessible
to each operator.
Hazard!
Risk of injuries or possible health damage due
to:
„
the drive unit of the internal cleaner (risk of
crushing). Only start up the internal cleaner
drive unit in closed containers.
„
escaping high-pressure jet, therefore only
start up the internal cleaner in closed
containers,
„
residual materials in containers, which are
being cleaned or due to the cleaning liquid
used. Therefore, follow the prescribed safety
measures,
„
overturning interior cleaners at a low
immersed depth. In this case, additionally
secure the interior cleaner,
„
overturning containers, therefore additionally
secure containers and interior cleaners,
„
interior cleaners sliding away, therefore
securely tighten the interior cleaner with a
clamping ring.
Caution!
To avoid damage to the spray head, please
ensure a free arrangement in the container. The
spray head must never hit the container wall.
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A. For your safety
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