Kärcher K 1405, Manual

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Cleaning of electrical appliances
• When cleaning electrical appliances
(including electric cookers), they must be
cut off from the mains (switch off circuit
breakers or remove the fuse). Before
returning them to normal operation, the
appliances must be allowed to dry thorou-
ghly.
• Please observe the instructions of the
respective appliance manufacturers!
• Steam cleaning is prohibited on all elec-
trical appliances, i.e., hair dryers, electri-
cal heaters, etc. that allow direct steam
contact with electrical wiring and swit-
ches. The steam could enter into the elec-
trical components and, on condensing,
cause an electrical defect.
• Never touch the steam jet with your hand,
or direct it at persons or animals (scalding
hazard).
• Materials containing asbestos and other
items known to contain hazardous sub-
stances must not be steam-cleaned.
Operating the Unit
• The operator may use the unit only as de-
scribed in the Operating Instructions. He
is obligated to observe local conditions
and, while working with the unit, take into
account the presence of third persons,
and especially children.
• The unit may be operated only by persons
who have been thoroughly instructed in its
use, or who have provided proof of their
ability to operate the unit, and who have
been expressly charged with operating
the unit. The unit may not be operated by
children or adolescents.
• The unit must never be without supervisi-
on while it is operating.
Moving the Unit
• The unit must be switched OFF and secu-
rely fastened while moving it between
locations.
Maintenance
• Prior to performing cleaning and mainte-
nance procedures, and before replacing
parts, the unit must be switched OFF, and
the power plug must be disconnected.
• Repair and service procedures may only
be performed by authorised customer
service depots or by experts who are
thoroughly familiar with all applicable
safety regulations.
Accessories and Spare Parts
• Only accessories and spare parts appro-
ved by the manufacturer may be used.
Original accessory and original spare
parts ensure a safe a trouble-free operati-
on of the unit.
• Please use only the original safety cover!
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS