Karcher MIC 34C - Manual (Page 12)

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– The high pressure hose must not be
damaged. A damaged high pressure
hose must be replaced immediately.
Only hoses and joints recommended by
the manufacturer may be used. See
Operating Instructions Manual for Order
Number.
– The appliance and its working equip-
ment must be checked to ensure that it
is in proper working order and is operat-
ing safely prior to use.
The appliance must not be used if a
connecting line or important parts of the
appliance, e.g. safety devices, high-
pressure hoses, spray guns, are dam-
aged.
– Never draw in fluids containing solvents
or undiluted acids and solvents! This in-
cludes petrol, paint thinner and heating
oil. The spray mist thus generated is
highly inflammable, explosive and poi-
sonous. Do not use acetone, undiluted
acids and solvents as they are aggres-
sive towards the materials from which
the appliance is made.
– If the appliance is used in hazardous ar-
eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-
sponding safety provisions must be
observed. It is not allowed to use the
appliance in hazardous locations.
– Wear ear plugs if the operating instruc-
tions of the appliance (Technical data)
mention a noise level of more than 80
dB(A).
– All current-conducting parts in the work-
ing area must be protected against jet
water.
– The lever of the hand spray gun must
not be locked during the operation.
– Wear appropriate protective clothing to
protect yourself from spattering parts.
– High-pressure jets can be dangerous if
improperly used. The jet may not be di-
rected at persons, animals, live electri-
cal equipment or at the appliance itself.
– The jet must not be directed at other
persons or directed by the user at him/
herself to clean clothing or footwear.
– Vehile tyres/ tyre valves may be
cleaned only with a minimum spray dis-
tance of 30 cm. Otherwise, the high
pressure spray can cause damage to
the vehicle tyre/ tyre valve. The discol-
ouring of the tyre is the fhe first sign of
damage. Damaged vehicle tyres are a
source of danger.
– Do not spray materials containing as-
bestos or other health-hazardous sub-
stances.
– Do not open the hood when the motor is
running.
– The operator must use the appliance
properly. The person must consider the
local conditions and must pay attention
to third parties, in particular children,
when working with the appliance.
– Never leave the machine unattended so
long as it is running.
– The appliance may only used by per-
sons who have been instructed in han-
dling the appliance or have proven
qualification and expertise in operating
the appliance or have been explicitly
assigned the task of handling the appli-
ance. The appliance must not be oper-
ated by children, young persons or
persons who have not been instructed
accordingly.
– This appliance is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities.
– Do not use the appliance when there
are other persons around unless they
are also wearing safety gear.
– Children should be supervised to pre-
vent them from playing with the appli-
ance.
– Always use appropriate gloves while
working on the device.
– There is a recoil pressure arising from
the water jet that comes out from the
spray pipe. The angular spray pipe
brings about an upward force. Hold the
gun and the spray pipe tightly.
– The recoil and bending forces may be
different if you are using angular spray
devices.
– The engine is to be brought to a stand-
still and the appliance is to be fastened
properly during transportation.
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