Karcher BD 43/35 C Ep Operating instructions - Page 6
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ṇ WARNING ● Only use the device for its proper use. Take into account the local conditions and beware of third parties, in particular children, when working with the device. ● The device is not intended for use by persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities or those lacking in experience and / or lacking in knowledge. ● Only people who have been instructed on how to use the device, or have proven their ability to operate it, and have been explicitly instructed to use it, must use the device. ● Children must not operate the device. ● Children must be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance. ṇ CAUTION ● Safety devices are provided for your own protection. Never modify or bypass safety devices. Risk of electric shock ƽ DANGER ● The voltage indicated on the type plate must match the voltage of the power source. ● Never touch the mains plug and socket with wet hands. ● Only connect protection class I devices to properly earthed power sources. ṇ WARNING ● Only work with liquids (e.g. cleaning agents) if the device is connected to a socket protected with a fault current protection switch (maximum 30 mA). ● Only connect the device to an electrical connection which has been set up by a qualified electrician as per IEC 60364-1. ● Switch off the device immediately in the event of leaks. ● In case of any foam formation or escaping liquids, switch off the device immediately and remove the mains plug. ● Check the power supply cable with mains plug for damage before operation each time. Do not put the device into operation with a damaged power supply cable. Have a damaged power supply cable replaced immediately by the authorised customer service / qualified electrician. ● Do not damage the power supply and extension cable by running over it, crushing or yanking it or similar. Protect the power supply cable from heat, oil and sharp edges. ● Only use the mains connection cable prescribed by the manufacturer, including when replacing the cable. For order no. and type see operating instructions. ● Only replace couplings on the power supply or extension cable with those with the same splash guard and the same mechanical strength. ATTENTION ● Switch-on procedures will generate short-term voltage drops. ● Unfavourable mains conditions may cause other devices to be impaired. ● In case of a network impedance of less than 0.15 ohms, no malfunctions are to be expected. Operation ƽ DANGER ● When using the device in hazard zones (e.g. service stations), adhere to the respective safety regulations. ● Operation in explosive atmospheres is prohibited. ● Never spray or vacuum fluids, flammable gases, explosive dusts as well as undiluted acids and solvents. These include petrol, paint thinners or heating oil, which can form explosive vapours or mixtures through suction air turbulence, also acetone, undiluted acids and solvents because these attack the materials used in the machine. ● Never use the device to extract any burning or smouldering objects. ṇ WARNING ● Never use the device to vacuum up people or animals. ● On inclined surfaces, do not exceed the value for the angle of inclination to the side and in the travel direction in the operating instructions. ● Make sure there are no objects in the work area that can be caught by the rotating disc and flung away. ● Wear tight-fitting clothing to avoid being caught by rotating parts (no tie, no long, wide skirt, etc.). ṇ CAUTION ● Check the device and the accessories each time before operation, in particular the mains connection and extension cable, to make sure it is safe and working correctly. Pull out the mains plug in case of any damage and do not use the device. ● Never leave the device unsupervised while the motor is in operation. Do not leave the device until you have stopped the motor, secured the device against unintentional movement, if necessary applied the parking brake and removed the ignition key / Intelligent Key. ● Never open the cover while the motor is running. ● The device is not suitable for sucking dust that is harmful to health. ATTENTION ● Do not operate the device at temperatures below 0 °C. ● Use the socket on the device, if applicable, only for connecting accessories and attachments specified in the operating instructions. ● The device is not a vacuum cleaner. Do not extract more liquid than you sprayed. Never use the device for extracting dry dirt. ● The device is only suitable for use on the coats listed in the operating instructions. ● The device is suitable for damp to wet soil up to 1 cm water height. Do not drive into areas where the water height is more than 1 cm. ● Observe the legal regulations when disposing of waste water and brine. ● Remove the ignition key/Intelligent Key from devices that are equipped with an ignition key/Intelligent Key to prevent unauthorised use. ● Never use the device outdoors at low temperatures. 6 English