Karcher SHD-R 3000 - Manual (Page 4)

SHD-R 3000 English
5.956-486 A2005937 (06/03)
1. Safety information
and instructions
The following symbols are used throughout
these Operating Instructions:
!
Danger!
Denotes an immediate and present danger.
Failure to observe this notice could lead to
severe injury or death.
Caution!
Denotes a potentially hazardous situation.
Failure to observe this notice could lead to
minor injuries or damage to property.
i
Important!
Denotes operating hints and important
information.
Errors in operation or misuse can result in
danger to the operator or other persons
due to:
„ high water pressure,
„ hot liquids,
„ high voltages,
„ detergents and solvents,
„ Explosion hazard.
In order to avoid errors in operation or
potentially dangerous situations, read the
following before starting the system up for
the first time:
„ all safety information in the enclosed
brochure "Safety information for high-
pressure cleaning units" No. 5.951-949,
„ these operating instructions,
„
the legal requirements that are currently
applicable in your country.
A. For your safety
All persons charged with the installation,
commissioning, operation, maintenance or
service of the machine are required:
„ to be appropriately qualified,
„ to read and observe these operating
instructions,
„ to be aware of and observe associated
regulations.
2. Noise protection
The sound level generated by the system is
80 dB(A).
A noise hazard can occur if the water jet is
directed at resonating components (e.g.
large metal panels). In this case a hearing
protection device must be worn.
3. Authorized operators
The operation of the system is restricted to
persons over the age of 18 who have
received proper instruction as to how this
system is to be used (For exceptions for
trainees see BGV D15 Art. 6).
4. Personal protective equipment
!
Danger!
Health hazard due to cleaning fluids.
Wear the prescribed protective equipment
for the cleaning liquid to be used, e.g.
„ protective clothing/overalls,
„ protective goggles or face mask,
„ watertight gloves,
„ watertight shoes.
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