Kärcher K 3.97 M Mode D'emploi page 9

Dear Customer,
Please read and comply with
these instructions prior to the ini-
tial operation of your appliance. Retain these op-
erating instructions for future reference or for
subsequent possessors.
General information
Hazard levels
Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe injury
or even death.
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.
Proper Use
This high-pressure cleaner is designed for do-
mestic use only:
– 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 de-
tergents approved by KÄRCHER. Observe
the instructions provided with these deter-
gents.
Environmental protection
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 appro-
priate collection systems.
Warranty
The warranty terms published by our competent
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 fabrication. In the event of a warranty
claim please contact your dealer or the nearest
authorized Customer Service center. Please
submit the proof of purchase.
(See address on the reverse)
Safety instructions
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 with mains plug for
damage before every use. If the power cord
is damaged, please arrange immediately for
the exchange by an authorized customer
service or a skilled electrician.
Check the high-pressure hose for damage
before every use. Please arrange for the im-
mediate exchange of a damaged high-pres-
sure 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 improperly used.
The jet must not be directed at
persons, animals, live electri-
cal equipment or at the appliance itself.
The high-pressure jet must not be directed at
other persons or directed by the user at him/
herself to clean clothing or footwear.
Never use the appliance to clean objects
containing hazardous substances (e.g. as-
bestos).
Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are susceptible to
damage from the high-pressure jet and may
burst. The first indication of this is a discol-
ouration of the tyre. Damaged vehicle tyres/
tyre valves are highly dangerous. Ensure
that a distance of at least 30 cm is observed
when cleaning with the jet!
Never draw in fluids containing solvents or
undiluted acids and solvents! This includes
petrol, paint thinner and heating oil. The
spray mist thus generated is highly inflam-
mable, explosive and poisonous. Do not use
acetone, undiluted acids and solvents as
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