Kärcher G 7.180, Manual

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English 9
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the
packaging. Check the contents for completeness when
unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the
event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-
er.
Safety devices
몇 CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Never modify or bypass safety devices.
High-pressure gun lock
The lock locks the lever of the high-pressure gun and
prevents the device from starting unintentionally.
Thermostat valve
The thermostat valve protects the pump from overheat-
ing. The water is heated by the circulation operation.
The thermostat valve opens at a water temperature of
50
°C and releases hot water.
Symbols on the device
Device description
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page
Illustration A
1
Detergent tank
2
Detergent filling hole
3
Detergent tank fastening screw
4
Quick coupling for high-pressure hose
5
Engine oil filling hole
6
Engine starter motor
7
High-pressure hose storage compartment
8
Plate
9
Transport handle
10
Storage / parking position for high-pressure gun
11
Rotary knob
12
Fuel tank filling hole
13
Power switch "0/OFF" / "I/ON"
14
Type plate
15
Water connection coupling with sieve
16
High-pressure gun
17
High-pressure gun lock
18
Button for separating the high-pressure hose from
the high-pressure gun
19
High-pressure hose
20
Spray lance with dirt grinder for stubborn soiling
21
Vario Power spray lance for common cleaning
tasks. The working pressure can be continuously in-
creased from "SOFT" to "HARD". To adjust the
working pressure, release the trigger gun lever and
turn the spray lance to the desired position. Deter-
gent can be added to the water jet when the spray
lance is turned all the way in the SOFT direction.
22
**Garden hose with commonly available coupling
–
Fabric reinforced
–
Diameter of at least 1/2 inch (13 mm)
–
Length at least 7.5 m
** additionally required
Installation
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page
Place the screws provided and matching screwdriver at
the ready.
Fit the supplied loose parts onto the device before start-
ing up the device.
Installing the detergent tank
1. Pull the free end of the detergent hose out from un-
der the device.
2. Fit the cap at the free end of the detergent hose onto
the hole in the detergent tank.
Illustration B
3. Push the detergent hose through the cap until it
reaches the bottom of the detergent tank.
4. Attach the detergent tank.
Illustration C
Installing the transport handle with plate
1. Fasten the plate to the upper section of the transport
handle.
Illustration D
2. Connect the upper and lower transport handle sec-
tions.
Illustration E
Starting up
1. Place the device on a flat and level surface.
2. Insert the high-pressure hose into the high-pressure
gun until it audibly latches into place.
Note
Take care to ensure the correct alignment of the nip-
ple.
Illustration F
3. Check for a secure connection by pulling on the
high-pressure hose.
4. Insert the high-pressure hose into the quick coupling
until it audibly latches into place.
Note
Take care to ensure the correct alignment of the nip-
ple.
Illustration G
5. Check for a secure connection by pulling on the
high-pressure hose.
6. Check the oil level and top up with oil if necessary
(see original operating instructions of the engine ).
Illustration H
Do not aim the high-pressure jet may at
persons, animals, live electrical equipment
or the device itself.
Protect the device against frost.
The device may not be directly connected
to the public drinking water network
Risk of burns from hot surfaces.
Health risk from poisonous exhaust gases.
Never inhale the exhaust gases.