Karcher K 260 M User Manual - Important Precautions –

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – 

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Safety Warnings

When using this product basic precau-

tions should always be followed:

• Read all the instructions before using 

the product.

• High pressure jets can be dangerous 

if subject to misuse. The jet must not 

be directed at persons, animals, electri-

cal devices, or the machine itself.

• To reduce the risk of injury, do not

operate the machine near children.

• Learn how to stop the machine and 

release pressure quickly. Be thoroughly

familiar with the controls.

• Stay alert — watch what you are 

doing.

• Wear safety goggles.

•

Do not use acids, solvents, or any other

flammable material in this product. These

products can cause physical injuries to

the operator and irreversible damage to

the machine

.

• Do not operate the product when 

fatigued or under the influence of 

alcohol or drugs.

• Do not stand on unstable surfaces.  

Stand with both feet balanced at 

all times.

• To reduce the risk of electrocution, 

keep all connections dry and off the 

ground. Do not touch plug with wet 

hands.

• The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the

trigger from accidentally being engaged.

This safety feature DOES NOT lock 

trigger in the on position.

Extension Cords

Use a sufficient gauge: Up to 25 ft = 12/2

AWG; 25 to 50 ft = 10/2 AWG. Use only

extension cords that are intended for out-

door use. These extension cords are

identified by the marking “Acceptable for

use with outdoor appliances; store

indoors while not in use.” Use only exten-

sion cords having an electrical rating not

less than the rating of the product.  Do

not use damaged extension cords.

Examine extension cord before using and

replace if damaged. Do not abuse exten-

sion cord and do not yank on any cord to

disconnect. Keep cord away from heat

and sharp edges. Always disconnect the

extension cord from the receptacle before

disconnecting the product from the

extension cord. If you are using an exten-

sion cord, it should always be completely

unwound from the cable drum. 

Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupter Protection

To comply with the National Electrical

Code (NFPA70) and to provide additional

protection from the risk of electrocution,

this high pressure washer should only be

connected to a receptacle that is protect-

ed by a ground fault circuit interrupter

(GFCI). For best results, unit should be

plugged into an unshared outlet.

This Product Is 

Double Insulated

In a double-insulated product, two sys-

tems of insulation are provided instead of

grounding. No grounding method is pro-

vided on a double-insulated product, nor

should a method for grounding be added

to the product. Servicing a double-insu-

lated product requires extreme care and

knowledge of the system, and should be

done only by qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts for a double-insulated

product must be identical to the parts

they replace. 

A double-insulated product

is marked with the words, “DOUBLE 

INSULATED.” 

Caution

•  Follow the maintenance instruc-

tions specified in the manual.

• This machine has been designed

for use with cleaning detergent

supplied or recommended by the

manufacturer. The use of other

cleaning detergents may affect the

operation of the machine and void

the warranty.