Kärcher HD 6/15-4 Operating Instructions Manual Download

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The appliance must be sitting on an
even, stable ground.

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Wear ear plugs if the operating instruc-
tions of the appliance (Technical data)
mention a noise level of more than 80
dB(A).

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All current-conducting parts in the work-
ing area must be protected against jet
water.

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The lever of the hand spray gun must
not be locked during the operation.

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Wear protective clothing and safety
goggles to protect against splash back
containing water or dirt.

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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.

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The jet must not be directed at other
persons or directed by the user at him/
herself to clean clothing or footwear.

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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.

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Do not spray materials containing as-
bestos or other health-hazardous sub-
stances.

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With short spray lances, there is a risk
of injury, as a hand can accidentally
come in contact with the high pressure
jet. If the spray lance is shorter than 75
cm, you must not use a point spray noz-
zle or a rotor nozzle.

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Prior to cleaning, a risk assessment
must be performed for the surface to be
cleaned to determine the safety and
health requirements. The respective re-
quired protective measures must be
taken.

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Do not open the hood when the motor is
running.

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Let the hoses cool off after hot water op-
eration or operate the appliance briefly
using cold water.

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In case of extended downtimes, switch
the appliance off at the main switch / ap-
pliance switch or remove the mains plug.

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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.

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Never leave the machine unattended so
long as it is running.

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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.

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This appliance is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities.

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The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been
instructed accordingly.

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