Safety Warnings
When using this product basic precautions
should always be followed:
• Read all the instructions before using
the product.
• High pressure jets can be dangerous
if subject to misuse. The jet must not
be directed at persons, animals, electrical
devices, or the machine itself.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not
operate the machine near children.
• Learn how to stop the machine and
release pressure quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
• Stay alert — watch what you are
doing.
• Wear safety goggles.
• Do not use acids, solvents, or any other
flammable material in this product. These
products can cause physical injuries to
the operator and irreversible damage to
the machine. If you have questions
regarding a chemical product to be used
with this machine, please call Kärcher
Customer Support at
800-537-4129.
• Do not operate the product when
fatigued or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Do not stand on unstable surfaces.
Stand with both feet balanced at
all times.
• To reduce the risk of electrocution,
keep all connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch plug with wet
hands.
• The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS
the trigger from accidentally being
engaged. This safety feature DOES NOT
lock trigger in the on position.
Extension Cords
Use a sufficient gauge: Up to 25 ft = 12/2
AWG; 25 to 50 ft = 10/2 AWG. Use only
extension cords that are intended for out-
door use. These extension cords are identi-
fied by the marking “Acceptable for use with
outdoor appliances; store indoors while not
in use.” Use only extension cords having an
electrical rating not less than the rating of
the product. Do not use damaged extension
cords. Examine extension cord before using
and replace if damaged. Do not abuse
extension cord and do not yank on any cord
to disconnect. Keep cord away from heat
and sharp edges. Always disconnect the
extension cord from the receptacle before
disconnecting the product from the exten-
sion cord. If you are using an extension
cord, it should always be completely
unwound from the cable drum.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
Protection
This unit is supplied with a portable GFCI,
UL indicates that the power cord has been
investigated for compliance with the applica-
ble provisions of UL 943, Third Edition
(Standard for Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupters) and other applicable standards.
If power is interrupted in the line, the auto-
matic GFCI will automatically reclose the
circuit to the load after power is restored.
Depending on the GFCI model, it maybe
necessary to manually operate the reset
button to restore power to the GFCI load
circuit.
TEST - Plug the GFCI cord into a powered
outlet. Push the TEST button and attempt to
turn the unit on. This should result in the
machine not running. If the GFCI tests okay,
restore power by pushing the RESET
button.
This Product Is
Double Insulated
In a double-insulated product, two systems
of insulation are provided instead of ground-
ing. No grounding method is provided on a
double-insulated product, nor should a
method for grounding be added to the prod-
uct. Servicing a double-insulated product
requires extreme care and knowledge of the
system, and should be done only by quali-
fied service personnel. Replacement parts
for a double-insulated product must be iden-
tical to the parts they replace. A double-insu-
lated product is marked with the words,
“DOUBLE INSULATED.”
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First!
Caution
• Follow the maintenance instructions speci-
fied in the manual.
•
This machine has been designed for use
with cleaning detergent supplied or recom-
mended by the manufacturer. The use of
other cleaning detergents may affect the
operation of the machine and void the war-
ranty.
