Kärcher HD 4/8 Classic, Manual

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Contents
General notes
Read these original operating instruc-
tions and the enclosed safety instruc-
tions before using the device for the first
time. Proceed accordingly.
Keep both books for future reference or for future own-
ers.
Intended use
The high-pressure cleaner with high-pressure jet is in-
tended only for the cleaning of objects, including:
● Machines, vehicles, structures, tools, facades, ter-
races and garden equipment.
Detergent can be added with optional accessories. We
recommend using a dirt blaster as a special accessory
for stubborn soiling.
Water supply limit values
ATTENTION
Dirty water
Premature wear and tear or deposits in the device
Supply the device using only clean water, or recycled
water that does not exceed the specified limit values.
The following limit values apply to the water supply:
● pH value: 6.5-9.5
● Electrical conductivity: Conductivity of fresh water
+ 1200 µS/cm, maximum conductivity 2000 µS/cm
● Settleable particles (sample volume 1 l, settling time
30 minutes): < 0.5 mg/l
● Filterable particles: < 50 mg/l, no abrasive sub-
stances
● Hydrocarbons: < 20 mg/l
● Chloride: < 300 mg/l
● Sulphate: < 240 mg/l
● Calcium: < 200 mg/l
● Total hardness: < 28 °dH, < 50° TH, < 500 ppm
(mg CaCO
3
/l)
● Iron: < 0.5 mg/l
● Manganese: < 0.05 mg/l
● Copper: < 2 mg/l
● Active chloride: < 0.3 mg/l
● Free of unpleasant odours
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential threat to human health and the environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
General notes...................................................... 06
Intended use........................................................ 06
Environmental protection..................................... 06
Accessories and spare parts ............................... 06
Scope of delivery................................................. 07
Safety instructions ............................................... 07
Safety devices ..................................................... 07
Symbols on the device ........................................ 07
Description of the device ..................................... 07
Initial startup ........................................................ 08
Operation............................................................. 08
Transportation ..................................................... 09
Storage................................................................ 09
Care and service ................................................. 09
Troubleshooting guide ......................................... 10
Warranty .............................................................. 10
Technical data ..................................................... 11
English
Declaration of Conformity
We hereby declare that the product described below
complies with the relevant provisions of the following
UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construct-
ion as well as in the version put into circulation by us.
This declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is
modified without our prior approval.
Product: High-pressure cleaner
Type: 1.520-xxx
Currently applicable UK Regulations
S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended)
S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)
S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)
S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)
Harmonised standards used
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-79
EN IEC 63000: 2018
EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 62233: 2008
EN 61000-3-2: 2019
EN 61000-3-3: 2013 + A1: 2019
Applied conformity assessment procedure
S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended): Schedule 8
Sound power level dB(A)
HD 5/11
Measured: 86
Guaranteed: 88
HD 4/8 Classic
Measured: 90
Guaranteed: 92
The undersigned act on behalf and under the power of att-
orney of the company management.
Documentation supervisor:
S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2021/03/01
Chairman of the Board of Management
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification
H. Jenner S. Reiser
HD 4/10 X Classic
Measured: 91
Guaranteed: 93
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