Kärcher SCW 2.4/25 G Manuel D'instructions page 4

INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
The Surface Cleaner Unit is a pressure washer which
causes rotation of two high pressure nozzles which will
contain the spray as well as determine the size of the
swath when cleaning surfaces such as parking lots,
driveways and sidewalks.
It also has an attached spray gun and hose for isolated
cleaning areas. The height adjustment knob allows for
cleaning variations by easily raising or lowering the
rotating pressure spray.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer's operating instructions and warnings
before using this Surface Cleaner Unit. Warning infor-
mation should be emphasized and understood. If the
operator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer's in-
structions and warnings shall be read to and discussed
with the operator in the operator's native language by
the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator
comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers' instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual should be considered a permanent part
of the machine and should remain with it if machine is
resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and serial
number.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
CAUTION
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual thor-
oughly. Failure to follow instruc-
tions could cause malfunction of
READ OPERATOR'S
the machine and result in death,
MANUAL
serious bodily injury and/or property
THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
damage.
WARNING: High pressure stream of fluid that this
equipment can produce can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
4
WARNING
HIGH PRESSURE
STREAM CAN
PIERCE SKIN
AND TISSUE
4.
worn when using this equipment.
5.
precaution and knowledge of the machine.
6.
any part of your body or at anyone standing within
10 feet as serious injury could occur.
WARNING: High pressure spray can cause paint
chips or other particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds.
WARNING
USE PROTECTIVE
EYE WEAR
AND CLOTHING
WHEN OPERATING
THIS EQUIPMENT.
machines, or the application of any components
not purchased from us.
10. Pressure must NOT exceed 2500 PSI. Tempera-
ture must NOT exceed 104°F. Flow rate must NOT
exceed 2.4 GPM.
11. To protect from freezing, squeeze trigger on spray
gun and lower the hose to allow water to drain.
Flow rate must NOT exceed 2.4 GPM.
12. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
13. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
WARNING
KEEP WATER
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
KARCHER Surface Cleaner 9.802-898.0
2. High pressure developed by
these machines will cause
personal injury or equipment
damage. Use caution when
operating. Do not direct dis
charge stream at people or
animals or severe injury or
death will result.
3. Never make adjustments on
machine while it is in operation.
Eye safety devices and foot protection must be
The best insurance against an accident is
Never point the Surface Cleaner Unit wand at
7. Safety clothing and protective
eye covering must be worn.
8. Surface Cleaner Unit assem-
bly comes equipped with a #3
nozzle in the spray gun and
two #2 nozzles in the rotating
swivel. Check your machine
nozzle size before using.
9. We will not be liable for any
alterations made to our standard
WARNING: Keep wand, hose,
and water spray away from elec-
tric wiring or fatal electric shock
may result.
14. All installations must comply
with local codes. Contact your elec-
trician, plumber, utility company or
the selling distributor for specific
details.