Kärcher ProHD 400 Ed Manual

Also see for ProHD 400: Original instructions

Contents

– 2– If connection is made to a potablewater system, the system shall beprotected against backflow.– The owner and/or user must havean understanding of the manufac-turer’s operating instructions andwarnings before using this pressurewasher.– Warning information should be em-phasized and understood.– If the operator is not fluent in Eng-lish, the manufacturer’s instructionsand warnings shall be read to anddiscussed with the operator in theoperator’s native language by thepurchaser/owner, making sure thatthe operator comprehends its con-tents.– Owner and/or user must study andmaintain for future reference themanufacturers’ instructions.This product must be grounded. If itshould malfunction or breakdown,grounding provides a path of least re-sistance for electric current to reducethe risk of electric shock. This productis equipped with a cord having anequipment-grounding conductor and agrounding plug. The plug must beplugged into an appropriate outlet thatis properly installed and grounded inaccordance with all local codes and or-dinances. DANGERImproper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in arisk of electrocution. Check with a qual-ified electrician or service personnel ifyou are in doubt as to whether the out-let is properly grounded. Do not modifythe plug provided with the product - if itwill not fit the outlet, have a proper out-let installed by a qualified electrician.Do not use any type of adapter with thisproduct.NOTE - In Canada, the use of a tempo-rary adaptor is not permitted by the Ca-nadian Electrical Code.The ProHD 400 Ed is supplied with aGround Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)built into the power cord plug. This de-vice provides additional protectionfrom the risk of electric shock. If poweris interrupted in the line, the GFCI willautomatically re-close the circuit to theload after power is restored. Depend-ing on the GFCI model, it may be nec-essary to manually operate the resetbutton to restore power to the GFCIload circuit. If replacement of the plugor cord is needed use identical re-placement parts. CAUTIONWhen connecting the water inlet to thewater supply mains, local regulationsof your water company must be ob-served. In some areas the unit mustnot be connected directly to the publicdrinking water supply. This is to ensurethat there is no feedback of chemicalsinto the water supply. Direct connec-tion via a receiver tank or backflow pre-venter, 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 1/2inch in diameter.Owner/User ResponsibilityGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSCANADAProHD 400 Ed only: GROUNDFAULT CIRCUITINTERRUPTER PROTECTIONWATER SUPPLY4 EN