Kärcher K 3 Operator's Manual

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English 5SPRAY GUNS, HOSE AND HOSECONNECTIONS). BEFORE SERVICING, CLEANING ORREMOVING ANY PARTS, SHUT OFFPOWER AND RELIEVE PRESSURE. IF CONNECTION IS MADE TO A PO-TABLE WATER SYSTEM, THE SYS-TEM SHALL BE PROTECTEDAGAINST BACK FLOW.This product must be grounded. If itshould malfunction or breakdown,grounding provides a path of least resis-tance for electric current to reduce therisk of electric shock. This product isequipped with a cord having an equip-ment-grounding conductor and a ground-ing plug. The plug must be plugged intoan appropriate outlet that is properly in-stalled and grounded in accordance withall local codes and ordinances. DANGERImproper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a riskof electrocution. Check with a qualifiedelectrician or service personnel if you arein doubt as to whether the outlet is prop-erly grounded. Do not modify the plugprovided with the product - if it will not fitthe outlet, have a proper outlet installedby a qualified electrician. Do not use anytype of adapter with this product.This pressure washer is provided with aground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI)built into the plug of the power-supplycord. This device provides additionalprotection from the risk of electric shock.Should replacement of the plug or cordbecome necessary, use only identicalreplacement parts that include GFCIprotection. CAUTIONWhen connecting the water inlet to thewater supply mains, local regulations ofyour water company must be observed.In some areas the unit must not be con-nected directly to the public drinking wa-ter supply. This is to ensure that there isno feedback of chemicals into the watersupply. Direct connection via a receivertank or backflow preventer, for example,is permitted.Dirt in the feed water will damage theunit. To avoid this risk, we recommendfitting a water filter. Garden hose must be at least 13 mmor 16 mm (1/2 inch or 5/8) inch in di-ameter. Flow rate of water supply must notfall below 7.6 L/min. (2 GPM/gallonsper minute). Flow rate can be determined by run-ning the water for one minute into anempty 20 litre (5-gallon) container. The water supply temperature mustnot exceed 40°C/104°F. Never use the pressure washer todraw in water contaminated with sol-vents, e.g. paint thinners, gasoline,oil, etc. Always prevent debris from beingdrawn into the unit by using a cleanwater source.GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSGROUND FAULT CIRCUITINTERRUPTER PROTECTIONWATER SUPPLY(Cold Water Only)