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petrol, paint thinner, and acetone)
as these substances corrode the
materials used in the device.
●Never insert objects into the device
openings. Do not use the device if
the device openings are blocked.
●Do not charge the unit outdoors.
●Use only the charger supplied by the
manufacturer to recharge.
●Do not incinerate the device even if
it is severely damaged. The batter-
ies can explode in fire.
●Short circuit hazard! Do not insert
conductive objects (such as screw-
drivers or similar) into the charger
plug.
●You may recharge the battery using
only the original charger provided
with the device or a charger ap-
proved by KÄRCHER.
●In case of visual damage, replace
the charger with original manufac-
turer suggested parts.
●Under abusive conditions, liquid
may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid con-
tacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery
may cause irritation or burns.
●Do not use a battery pack or device
that is damaged or modified. Dam-
aged or modified batteries may ex-
hibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of
injury.
●Recharge only with the charger
specified by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of
fire when used with another battery
pack.
●Follow all charging instructions and
do not charge the battery pack or
device outside of the temperature
range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at tempera-
tures outside of the specified range
may damage the battery and in-
crease the risk of fire.
●Store and use the charger in dry
rooms only.
●Do not expose a battery pack or de-
vice to fire or excessive tempera-
tures. Exposure to fire or
temperatures above 265°F (130°C)
may cause explosion.
●Store and use the charger in dry
rooms only, ambient temperature
41 - 104°F (5 - 40°C).
●Store and operate the device at tem-
peratures from 41 - 104°F (5 - 40 °C).
●The battery has been tested as per
the relevant directives for interna-
tional transport and can be trans-
ported/shipped.
●Never immerse the device in water
or other liquids.
●Never use the device in pools con-
taining water.
●Do not service the device when it is
plugged in.
●Do not clean over floor electrical out-
lets.
●Create stability for the device prior to
any work on or with the device to
prevent accidents or damage.
●Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
and all parts of the body away from
openings and moving parts.
●Keep your hands protected while
cleaning the suction head - risk of inju-
ry from sharp objects (e.g. splinters).
●The device may not be operated in
explosive atmospheres.
●The air vents on the device must not
be blocked.
●Do not add acetic acids, descaling
agents, essential oils or similar sub-
stances to the fresh water tank. Also