Kärcher 397 M plus, User Manual

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SHORT INSTRUCTIONS
1 Drawing bar
Transport unit over even surfaces
2 Cleaning agent
Draw in and meter cleaning agent (+/–)
3 Hose reel with folding handle
Winding up the high-pressure hose
4 Master switch
Switch on unit – I
Switch off unit – 0
5 Transport handle
Transport the unit over stairs/obstacles
6 Water connection
Connect supply hose
7 Spray lance extension
8 Spray lance
Regulate pressure
9 Dirt blaster
10 Handgun
Switch on – press safety button and
pull lever
Switch off – release lever
11 Power cord with GFCI power plug
SAFETY NOTES
Before first use of the unit read these operating
instructions and act in accordance with them.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe
place for later use or for a subsequent owner.
Use of the unit as authorized
Use this unit exclusively for non-industrial
purposes
– for cleaning machines, vehicles, buildings,
tools, facades, terraces, garden implements,
etc., with high-pressure water jet (if necessary
with the addition of cleaning agents).
– for cleaning vehicle engines only in locations
equipped with an appropriate oil separator.
– with accessories, replacement parts and
cleaning agents authorized by Kärcher.
Please comply with instructions supplied with
the cleaning agents.
General safety notes
Never permit children and adolescents
to handle the unit.
Never leave the unit unattended whilst the
master switch is switched on.
Never operate the unit in potentially explosive
spaces.
Do not spray any objects which contain health-
endangering substances (e.g. asbestos).
Assembly
When unpacking check the contents. Inform
your dealer of any damage in transportation.
Assembly of the unit is demonstrated with
pictures on page 12 “Step by Step”.