Kärcher HDS 4.0/32 Pe Cage Operator's Manual

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9.800-103.0 • REV. 1/075PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUALIMPORTANT SAfETy INfORMATION8. High pressure developed by these machines willcause personal injury or equipment damage. Usecaution when operating. Do not direct dischargestream at people, or severe injury or death willresult.WARNING: High pressure spraycan cause paint chips or otherparticles to become airborneand fly at high speeds.9. Eye safety devices, safetyclothing and foot protectionmust be worn when usingthis equipment.10. Never make adjustments onmachine while it is in op-eration.WARNING: Spray gun kicks back. Hold with bothhands.11. Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands be-fore starting the cleaner. Failure to do this couldresult in injury from a whipping wand.12. Machines with spray gun should not be operatedwith the spray gun in the off position for extensiveperiods of time as this may cause damage to thepump.13. The best insurance against an accident is pre-caution and knowledge of the machine.14. Manufacturer will not be liable for any changesmade to our standard machines, or any compo-nents not purchased from manufacturer.WARNING: Keep wand, hoseand water spray away fromelectric wiring or fatal electricshock may result.15. Read engine safety instruc-tions provided.16. Never run pump dry or leavespray gun closed longer than5 minutes.17. Inlet water must be cold and clean fresh water.18. Use No. 1 or No. 2 Heating Oil (ASTM D306) only.NEvER use gasoline in your fuel oil tank. Gasolineis more combustible than fuel oil and could resultin a serious explosion. NEvER use crankcase orwaste oil in your burner. Fuel unit malfunction couldresult from contamination.19. Do not confuse gasoline and fuel oil tanks. Keepproper fuel in proper tank.20. Protect machine from freezing.21. Be certain all quick coupler fittings are securedbefore using pressure washer.22. Do not allow acids, caustic, or abrasive fluids topass through the pump.23. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision isnecessary when a product is used near children.Do not allow children to operate the pressurewasher. This machine must be attended dur-ing operation.24. Do not operate this product when fatigued or underthe influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep operatingarea clear of all persons.25. Protect discharge hose from vehicle traffic andsharp objects. Inspect condition of high pressurehose before using or bodily injury may result.26. Before disconnecting discharge hose from wateroutlet, turn burner off and open spray gun to al-low water to cool below 100°F before stopping themachine. Then open the spray gun to relieve pres-sure. Failure to properly cool down or maintain theheating coil may result in a steam explosion.27. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support.Keep good footing and balance at all times.28. This machine must be attended during opera-tion.29. CAUTION: Risk of injury. Disconnect batteryground terminal before servicing.PRE-OPERATION CHECk Pump oil (SAE 30W non-detergent oil, General) Cold water supply (6 gpm 58" 20 psi) Hose, wand, nozzle (nozzle size per serial plate) Engine fuel (unleaded 86 or higher octane) Engine oil (SAE 10W30) Burner fuel (No. 1 home heating fuel or diesel)WARNINgUSE PROTECTIvEEyE WEARAND CLOTHINgWHEN OPERATINgTHIS EqUIPMENT.WARNINgkEEP WATERSPRAy AWAy fROMELECTRICAL WIRINg.