Kärcher K 2.180, Operating Instructions Manual

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 Release the lever on the trigger gun.
 Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
 During longer breaks (more than 5 min-
utes), also turn the appliance off using
the "0/OFF" switch.
 Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
Caution
Only separate the high-pressure hose from
the trigger gun or the appliance while there
is no pressure in the system.
 After working with detergent, suspend
detergent suction hose in a container
filled with clear water, switch the appli-
ance on for around 1 minute once the
spray lance has been removed and
rinse until water runs clear.
 Release the lever on the trigger gun.
 Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
 Turn off tap.
 Detach the appliance from the water
supply.
 Press the lever on the trigger gun to re-
lease any remaining pressure in the
system.

Lock the lever on the trigger gun.

Pull out the mains plug.
Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
keep in mind the weight of the appliance
during transport (see Specifications).
 Pull the appliance by its transport han-
dle.
 Secure the appliance against shifting
and tipping over.
Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
keep in mind the weight of the appliance
when selecting a storage location for it (see
Specifications).
Prior to extended storage periods, as dur-
ing the winter, also observe the instructions
in the Care section.
 Park the machine on an even surface.
 Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
 Stow away the mains cable, the high-
pressure hose and accessory on the
appliance.
Caution
Protect the appliance and its accessories
against frost.
The appliance and its accessories can get
destroyed through frost if there is any water
residues in them. To avoid damage to
them:
 Completely drain all water from the ap-
pliance: Switch the appliance on with
detached high pressure hose and de-
tached water supply (max. 1 minute)
and wait, until no more water exits at the
high pressure connection. Turn off the
appliance.
 Store the appliance and the entire ac-
cessories in a frost free room.
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
Transport
When transporting by hand
When transporting in vehicles
Storage
Storing the Appliance
Frost protection