Kärcher HD 2.8/10 ST Ed B Operator's Manual

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9.800-086.0 • Rev. 01/08OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHERINTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAfETy INfORMATIONThank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.We reserve the right to make changes at any timewithout incurring any obligation.Owner/User Responsibility:The owner and/or user must have an understanding ofthe manufacturer’s operating instructions and warningsbefore using this pressure washer. Warning informationshould be emphasized and understood. If the operatoris not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructionsand warnings shall be read to and discussed withthe operator in the operator’s native language by thepurchaser/owner, making sure that the operator com-prehends its contents.Owner and/or user must study and maintain for futurereference the manufacturers’ instructions.The operator must know how to stop the machinequickly and understand the operation of all controls.Never permit anyone to operate the engine withoutproper instructions.This manual should be considered a permanentpart of the machine and should remain with it ifmachine is resold.When ordering parts, please specify model andserial number. Use only identical replacementparts.This machine is to be used only by trained op-erators.IMPORTANT SAfETyINfORMATIONREAD OPERATOR’SMANUAL THOROUGHLyPRIOR TO USE.WARNING: To reduce the risk ofinjury, read operating instruc-tions carefully before using.1. Read the owner's manualthoroughly. Failure to followinstructions could cause mal-function of the machine andresult in death, serious bodilyinjury and/or property dam-age.2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressurequickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.4. All installations must comply with local codes. Con-tact your electrician, plumber, utility company or theselling distributor for specific details. If your machineis rated 250 volts or less, single phase will be pro-vided with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).If rated more than 250 volts, or more than singlephase this product should only be connected to apower supply receptacle protected by a GFCI.DANGER: Improper connection of the equip-ment-grounding conductor can result in a riskof electrocution. Check with a qualified electri-cian or service personnel if you are in doubt asto whether the outlet is properly grounded. Donot modify the plug provided with the product- if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outletinstalled by a qualified electrician. Do not useany type of adaptor with this productWARNINGkEEP WATERSPRAy AWAy fROMELECTRICAL WIRING.WARNING: Keep wand, hose, andwater spray away from electricwiring or fatal electric shock mayresult.5. To protect the operator fromelectrical shock, the machinemust be electrically grounded.It is the responsibility of theowner to connect this machineto a UL grounded receptacle of proper voltage andamperage ratings. Do not spray water on or nearelectrical components. Do not touch machine withwet hands or while standing in water. Always dis-connect power before servicing.RISk Of ExPLOSION:DO NOT SPRAyfLAMMABLE LIqUIDS.WARNING WARNING: Flammable liquidscan create fumes which can ig-nite, causing property damageor severe injury.WARNING: Risk of explosion— Do not spray flammable liq-uids.6. Do not allow acids, caustic or abrasive fluids to passthrough the pump.7. Never run pump dry or leave spray gun closedlonger than 1-2 minutes.8. Keep operating area clear of all persons.WARNINGUSE PROTECTIvEEyE WEARAND CLOTHINGWHEN OPERATINGTHIS EqUIPMENT.WARNING: High pressure spraycan cause paint chips or otherparticles to become airborneand fly at high speeds. To avoidpersonal injury, eye, hand andfoot safety devices must beworn.9. Eye, hand, and foot protectionmust be worn when using thisequipment.