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acids and solvents as they are aggres-
sive towards the materials from which
the appliance is made.
Warning
! Unsuitable extension cables can be haz-
ardous. Only use extension cables out-
doors which have been approved for this
purpose and labelled with a sufficient ca-
ble cross section:
1 - 10 m: 1,5 mm
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10 - 30 m: 2,5 mm
! Check the high-pressure hose for dam-
age before every use. Please arrange for
the immediate exchange of a damaged
high-pressure hose.
! High-pressure hoses, fixtures and cou-
plings are important for the safety of the
appliance. Only use high-pressure hos-
es, fixtures and couplings recommended
by the manufacturer.
! Cleaning operations which produce oily
waste water, e.g. engine washes, under-
body washes, may only be carried out
using washing stations equipped with an
oil separator.
Note
! The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been
instructed accordingly.
! The operator must use the appliance
properly. When working with the appli-
ance, he must consider the local condi-
tions and pay due care and attention to
other persons, in particular children, who
are nearby.
! Observe a distance of at least 30 cm
when using the jet to clean painted sur-
faces to avoid damaging paintwork.
! Wear protective clothing and safety gog-
gles to protect against back spray con-
taining water or dirt.
! Never leave the appliance unattended
when it is in operation.
! This appliance was designed to be used
with detergents which are supplied or
recommended by the manufacturer. The
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use of other detergents or chemicals
may compromise the safety of the appli-
ance or cause appliance damage.
! Make sure that the power cord or exten-
sion cables are not damaged by running
over, pinching, dragging or similar. Pro-
tect the power cords from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
! The connection between the power cord
and extension cable must not lie in wa-
ter.
! All current-conducting parts in the work-
ing area must be protected against jet
water.
! The appliance may only be connected to
an electrical supply which has been in-
stalled in accordance with IEC 60364.
! The appliance may only be connected to
alternating current. The voltage must
correspond with the type plate on the ap-
pliance.
! The minimum fuse rating required at the
sokket outlet is 10 A (slow-blow).
! To avoid accidents due to electrical
faults we recommend the use of sockets
with a line-side current-limiting circuit
breaker (max. 30 mA nominal tripping
current).
! The plug and coupling of the extension
cable used must be watertight.
! Always fully unroll the extension cable
from the cable drum.
Safety Devices
Safety devices prevent injury and may not
be modified or bypassed.
Unit switch
The switch prevents unintented starting of
the appliance. Stop the appliance during
breaks or after operation.
Safety catch
The safety catch on the handgun prevents
the appliance from being switched on unin-
tentionally.
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