Safety Instructions; Electrical Connection; English - Kärcher SV 1802 Manual De Instrucciones

Safety instructions

Apart from the notes contained herein the
general safety provisions and rules for the
prevention of accidents of the legislator must
be observed.
Any use of the machine in contravention with
the following instructions will lead to warran-
ty claims being rendered void.

Electrical connection

! Only connect the appliance to properly
earthed sockets.
! The voltage indicated on the type plate
must correspond to the voltage of the
socket.
! In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms, connect
the appliance to sockets with a series
connected RCD adapter. If you are not
sure, please contact an electrician.
! Never touch the mains plug and the
socket with wet hands.
! Only use a splashproof extension cable
with a minimum section of 3x1 mm².
! Never use a damaged power cord or ex-
tension cable! If the power cord is dam-
aged it must be replaced with a special
power cord available from the manufac-
turer or his customer service.
! Make sure that the power cord or exten-
sion cables are not damaged by running
over, pinching, dragging or similar. Pro-
tect the power cord from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
! If couplings of the power cord or exten-
sion cable are replace the splash protec-
tion and the mechanical tightness must
be ensured.
! Please switch off the machine first using
the main switch before disconnecting the
machine from the mains.
! To separate the machine from the mains,
pull the plug and not the power cord.
Application
! The operator must use the appliance
properly. He must consider the local con-
ditions and must pay attention to third
parties, in particular children, when
working with the appliance.
! Check the faultless condition of the appli-
ance and the accessories before using it.
Otherwise, the appliance must not be
used. Please check in particular the pow-
er cord, the steam boiler seal, and the
steam hose.
! The steam hose must not be damaged
(risk of scalds). A damaged steam hose
must be replaced immediately. You may
only use a steam hose that is recom-
mended by the manufacturer (see spare
parts list for the order number).
! Never operate the machine bare-foot.
! Do not touch the machine with wet hands
or feet when the mains plug is inserted in
the socket.
! Never use the machine in direct vicinity
of bath-tubs, showers and containers
filled with water.
! Never dip the machine, the cable or the
plugs in water or other liquids.
! It is not allowed to use the appliance in
hazardous locations. If the appliance is
used in hazardous areas the corre-
sponding safety provisions must be ob-
served.
! Do not use the machine in the presence
of toxic substances.
! Do not place the machine on heat-sensi-
tive surfaces.
! Do not place the machine in the vicinity
of swtich-on stoves, electrical ovens or
other sources of heat.
! Protect the appliance against external
weather, humidity and heat sources.
! Do not store the machine in open areas.
! The appliance must not be operated by
children, young persons or persons who
have not been instructed accordingly.
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