Kärcher K 1405, Manual

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Steam Cleaner
• If you notice any transport damage while
unpacking the unit, notify your dealer im-
mediately.
• The warning and information decals atta-
ched to the unit feature provide important
details for safe operation.
• In addition to the information provided in
the Operating Instructions, the general
safety regulations and accident preventi-
on ordinances imposed by official autho-
rities must be observed.
Electrical Connection
• Connect the unit only to properly ground-
ed mains receptacles supplying the volta-
ge indicated on the rating plate.
• Devices certified in compliance with
Protection Class I must be operated on
properly earthed power sources.
• In high-humidity environments, such as
bath installations, the unit may be opera-
ted only in conjunction with an approved
protective ground-fault circuit interruptor.
Please obtain the advice of an electrical
specialist.
• The unit must be operated with the power
supply cord or cable as specified by the
manufacturer. No substitutions are per-
mitted. Observe the maintenance instruc-
tions. Refer to the Operating Instructions
for part number and original equipment
designation.
• Never touch the power plug with wet
hands.
• The power cord and/or extension cord
must not be subjected to of mechanical
damage by vehicle tyres, or to lateral or
longitudinal distress (squeezing, pinching
or pulling).
• The extension cord must have the cross-
section specified in the Operating Instruc-
tions, and must be spray-water protected.
The cable coupling must not be placed in
water.
• When replacing couplings on power or ex-
tension cords, the splash protection and
mechanical strength must be maintained.
Observe the maintenance instructions.
Operating Specifics
• Prior to each use, the unit and its attach-
ments must be inspected for proper con-
dition and operational safety. If the unit is
found to be in unsatisfactory or unsafe
condition, its use is prohibited.
• Please check especially the safety cap
and the electrical power connection.
• The steam hose must be free of damage
(scalding hazard!). A damaged steam
hose must be replaced without delay.
• Only hoses and connecting elements ap-
proved by the manufacturer may be used.
• Refer to the Operating Instructions for or-
der number and original equipment desi-
gnation.
• Never fill the boiler with solvent-bearing li-
quids or undiluted acids! This particularly
includes cleaning agents, petrol or paint
thinner. EXPLOSION HAZARD! Also, do
not use acetone, undiluted acids and sol-
vents, because they attack the materials
of which the unit is constructed.
• In the event that the unit is used at petrol
stations and in other hazardous areas, the
appropriate safety regulations must be
observed. Operation of the unit in explo-
sive environments is prohibited.
• The unit must be placed securely on a firm
surface.
• During operation, the steam control
switch must not be wedged open.
• Use extreme caution when filling water
into the boiler while it is still hot. Sudden
steam pressure could expel hot water
from the boiler and cause severe scalding
injury!
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS