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When using this product basic precautions
should always be followed, including the
following:
1 Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
2 Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
3 Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
4 Do not pull or carry by the cord, do not
use cord as a handle, do not close a
door on the cord, or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run ap-
pliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
5 Do not unplug by pulling cord. To un-
plug, grasp plug.
6 Do not handle charger, including charg-
er plug and charger terminals with wet
hands.
7 Do not put any objects into openings.
Do not use if openings are blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce air flow.
8 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and
all parts of the body away from open-
ings and moving parts.
9 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
10 Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
or use in areas where they may be pre-
sent.
11 Do not charge the unit outdoors.
12 Use only the charger supplied by the
manufactures to recharge.
13 Do not incinerate the appliance even if
it severely damaged. The batteries can
explode in fire.
Information regarding the battery
Short circuit hazard
! Do not insert
conductive objects (such as screwdriv-
ers or similar) into the charger plug.
You may recharge the battery using
only the original charger provided with
the appliance or a charger approved by
KÄRCHER.
Tips for using the battery charger
In case of visual damage, replace the
charger with original manufacturer sug-
gested parts.
The voltage indicated on the type plate
must correspond to the supply voltage.
Only use and store the charger in dry
rooms, ambient temperature 41 -
104 °F (5 - 40 °C).
Never touch the mains plug with wet
hands.
Information regarding the transport
The battery has been tested as per the
relevant directives for international
transport and can be transported/
shipped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS