Kärcher K 502 Operator's Manual

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2IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First!Safety WarningsWhen using this product, basic precau-tions should always be followed:• Read all the instructions before usingthe product.• High pressure jets can be dangerousif subject to misuse. The jet must notbe directed at persons, animals,electrical devices, or the machine itself.• To reduce the risk of injury, do notoperate the machine near children.• Learn how to stop the machine andrelease pressure quickly. Be thoroughlyfamiliar with the controls.• Stay alert — watch what you are doing.• Wear safety goggles.• Do not use acids,solvents, or anyflammable material in this product.These products can cause physicalinjuries to the operator and irreversibledamage to the machine.• Do not operate the product whenfatigued or under the influence ofalcohol or drugs.• Do not stand on unstable surfaces.Stand with both feet balanced at alltimes.• To reduce the risk of electrocution, keepall connections dry and off the ground.Do not touch plug with wet hands.• The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTSthe trigger from accidentally beingengaged. This safety feature DOESNOT lock trigger in the on position.Extension CordsUse a sufficient gauge: Up to 25 ft = 12/3AWG; 25 to 50 ft = 10/3 AWG. Use onlyextension cords that are intended foroutdoor use. These extension cords areidentified by the marking “Acceptable foruse with outdoor appliances; store indoorswhile not in use.” Use only extension cordshaving an electrical rating not less than therating of the product. Do not use damagedextension cords. Examine extension cordbefore using and replace if damaged. Donot abuse extension cord and do not yankon any cord to disconnect. Keep cord awayfrom heat and sharp edges. Alwaysdisconnect the extension cord from thereceptacle before disconnecting theproduct from the extension cord. If you areusing an extension cord, it should alwaysbe completely unwound from the cabledrum.Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter(GFCI) ProtectionThis unit is supplied with a portableGround Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).UL indicates that the power cord has beeninvestigated for compliance with theapplicable provisions of UL 943, ThirdEdition (Standard for Ground Fault CircuitInterrupters) and other applicablestandards. If power is interrupted in theline, the GFCI will automatically reclosethe circuit to the load after power isrestored. Depending on the GFCI model,it may be necessary to manually operatethe reset button to restore power to theGFCI load circuit.This Product IsDouble InsulatedIn a double-insulated product, two systemsof insulation are provided instead ofgrounding. No grounding method isprovided on a double-insulated product,nor should a method for grounding beadded to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme careand knowledge of the system, and shouldbe done only by qualified servicepersonnel. Replacement parts for adouble-insulated product must be identicalto the parts they replace. A double-insulated product is marked with thewords, “DOUBLE INSULATED.”Caution• Follow the maintenance instructionsspecified in the manual.• This machine has been designedfor use with cleaning detergent sup-plied or recommended by the manu-facturer. The use of other cleaningdetergents may affect the operationof the machine and void the warran-ty.