Karcher HD 10/25 S USA - Manual (Page 5)

English Operating Instructions HD 10/25 S USA
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - When using this product basic
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all the instructions before using the
product.
2. To reduce the risk of injury, close super-
vision is necessary when a product is
used near children.
3. Know how to stop the product and bleed
pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls.
4. Stay alert - watch what you are doing.
5. Do not operate the product when fatigued
or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
6. Keep operating area clear of all persons.
7. Do not overreach or stand on unstable
support. Keep good footing and balance
at all times.
8. Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
"This Product Shall Only Be Connected To A
Power Supply Receptacle Protected By A
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter."
"WARNING - Risk of Injection or Injury - Do
Not Direct Discharge Stream At Persons."
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric
current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This product is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
DANGER - Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can result in
a risk of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electrician or service personnel if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided
with the product - if it will not fit the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified electri-
cian. Do not use any type of adaptor with this
product.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT
INTERRUPTER PROTECTION
To comply with the National Electrical Code
(NFPA 70) and to provide additional
protection from the risk of electric shock, this
pressure washer should only be connected to
a receptacle that is protected by a ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI).