Karcher K 2 Basic - Manual (Page 10)

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Dear Customer,
Please read and comply with these
original instructions prior to the initial
operation of your appliance and store them for
later use or subsequent owners.
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrat-
ed on the packaging. Check the contents of the
appliance for completeness when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any trans-
port damage, please contact your dealer.
This high-pressure cleaner is designed for do-
mestic use only:
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to clean machines, vehicles, buildings, tools,
facades, terraces, garden equipment etc. us-
ing a high-pressure water jet (and detergents
if required).
– with accessories, replacement parts and deter-
gents approved by KÄRCHER. Observe the
instructions provided with these detergents.
The high pressure jet may not be
directed at persons, animals, live
electrical equipment or at the ap-
pliance itself. Protect the appli-
ance against frost.
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Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe injury
or even death.
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Warning
Possible hazardous situation that could lead to
severe injury or even death.
Caution
Possible hazardous situation that could lead to
mild injury to persons or damage to property.
The packaging material can be recycled.
Please do not place the packaging into the
ordinary refuse for disposal, but arrange
for the proper recycling.
Old appliances contain valuable materials
that can be recycled. Please arrange for
the proper recycling of old appliances.
Please dispose your old appliances using
appropriate collection systems.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingre-
dients at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
The warranty terms published by the relevant
sales company are applicable in each country.
We will repair potential failures of your appliance
within the warranty period free of charge, provid-
ed that such failure is caused by faulty material
or defects in manufacturing. In the event of a
warranty claim please contact your dealer or the
nearest authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
(See address on the reverse)
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Danger
 Never touch the mains plug and the socket
with wet hands.
 The appliance must not be used if the power
cord or important parts of the appliance, e.g.
high-pressure hoses, trigger gun or safety
devices are damaged.
 Check the power cord and mains plug for
damage before every use. If the power cord
is damaged, please arrange for it to be re-
placed immediately by an authorised repair
agent or a skilled electrician.
 Check the high-pressure hose for damage
before every use. Please arrange for the im-
mediate replacement of a damaged high-
pressure hose.
 The appliance may not be used in areas
where a risk of explosion is present.
 If the appliance is used in hazardous areas
(e.g. filling stations) the corresponding safety
provisions must be observed.
 High-pressure jets can be dangerous if im-
properly used. The jet must not be directed
at persons, animals, live electrical equip-
ment or at the appliance itself.
Contents
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 3
Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 5
Transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 6
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 6
Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 7
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 7
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . EN 8
EC Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . EN 8
General information
Scope of delivery
Proper Use
Symbols on the machine
Symbols in the operating instructions
Environmental protection
Warranty
Safety instructions
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