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leakage circuit breaker, which interrupts the power
supply as soon as the leakage current to earth exceeds
30 mA for 30 ms, or has an earth tester.
■ A damaged or unsuitable extension cord can result in
electric shock. People can be seriously injured or killed.
► Use an extension cord with the correct cross-section,
@ 18.2.
► Only use an extension cord which is splash-proof and
approved for outdoor use.
► Use an extension cord that has the same characteristics
as the connecting cord of the pressure washer,
@ 18.2.
► It is recommended to use a cable reel that holds the
socket at least 60 mm above the floor.
WARNING
■ During operation, an incorrect mains voltage or incorrect
mains frequency may result in an overvoltage in the
pressure washer. The pressure washer may be damaged.
► Make sure that the mains voltage and the mains
frequency of the power supply match the data on the
rating plate of the pressure washer.
■ Electrical components may be overloaded during
operation if more than one electric power tool is connected
to a multiple socket. The electrical components may heat
up and a fire may break out. This can result in serious
injuries or death and damage to property.
► Only ever connect one pressure washer to one socket.
► Do not connect pressure washers to multiple sockets.
■ An incorrectly routed connecting cord or extension cord
may be damaged and people may trip over it. People may
be injured and the connecting cord or extension cord may
be damaged.
► Route the connecting cord and extension cord so that
the water jet cannot touch them.
► Route and mark the connecting cord and extension cord
so that people will not trip over them.
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► Route the connecting cord and extension cord so that
they are not under tension or tangled.
► Route the connecting cord and extension cord so that
they will not be damaged, kinked or crushed and will not
be chafed.
► Protect the connecting cord and extension cord from
heat, oil and chemicals.
► Lay the connecting cord and extension cord on a dry
surface.
■ The extension cord warms up in operation. If that heat
cannot escape, it may cause a fire.
► If using a cable reel: Completely unroll the cable reel.
4.11 Transport
WARNING
■ The pressure washer may topple over or move during
transport. This can result in injuries and damage to
property.
► Lock the spray gun trigger.
► Switch off pressure washer.
► Unplug the mains plug of the pressure washer from the
socket.
► Drain the spraying set or secure it so that it
cannot topple over and cannot move.
► Secure the pressure washer with lashing straps, belts or
a net so that it cannot topple over and cannot move.
4 Safety Precautions
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