Karcher Sweepers and vacuum sweepers (Safety information) - Manual (Page 6)

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– Ensure that the operator wears tight-fit-
ting clothes. Wear sturdy shoes and
avoid wearing loose-fitting clothes.
– Check the immediate vicinity prior to
starting (e.g. children). Ensure sufficient
visibility!
– Always use appropriate gloves while
working on the device.
– The appliance may only be 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.
– Do not open the hood when the motor is
running.
– On tilted surfaces, the tilt angle and the
driving direction should not exceed the
values given in the Operating Instruc-
tions.
– The engine is to be brought to a stand-
still and the appliance is to be fastened
properly during transportation.
– Maintenance work may only be carried
out by approved customer service out-
lets or experts in this field who are famil-
iar with the respective safety
regulations.
– Please observe the local safety regula-
tions regarding portable commercially
used appliances.
– Always use appropriate gloves while
working on the device.
– First switch off the appliance and re-
move the ignition key before performing
any cleaning or maintenance tasks on
the appliance, replacing parts or switch-
ing over to another function.
– Always disconnect the battery when
working on the electrics.
– Do not clean the appliance with a water
hose or high-pressure water jet (danger
of short circuits or other damage).
– To avoid risks, all repairs and replace-
ment of spare parts may only be carried
out by the authorised customer service
personnel.
– Only use accessories and spare parts
which have been approved by the man-
ufacturer. The exclusive use of original
accessories and original spare parts
ensures that the appliance can be oper-
ated safely and troublefree.
– The attachments are not approved for
public transport. Please ask your deal-
er for the equipment set for approval for
road traffic.
– It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-
sengers.
– Ride-on appliances may only be started
after the operator has occupied the driv-
er's seat.
– Do not use the appliance without a fall-
ing objects protective structure (FOPS)
in areas, where there is a chance that
the operator may be struck by falling
objects.
Read the operating instructions of the en-
gine manufacturer before start-up and fol-
low the safety instructions carefully.
Risk of explosion!
– Only fuel up while motor is turned off.
– Only use the fuels specified in the Oper-
ations Manual.
– Do not refuel the machine in enclosed
spaces.
– Smoking and naked flames are strictly
prohibited.
– Ensure that no fuel reaches the hot
open surfaces.
Risk of injury!
– Do not close the exhaust.
– Do not bend over the exhaust or touch
it (risk of burns).
Transport
Maintenance
Accessories and Spare Parts
Attachments
Appliances with combustion engine
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