Kärcher K 2.97 M, Operating Instructions Manual

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English 7
Please use exclusively KÄRCHER deter-
gents and care products to carry out the re-
spective cleaning task, as these were
specifically developped for your appliance.
The use of other detergents and care prod-
ucts may lead to premature wear and can
invalidate your warranty claims. Please ob-
tain information at your local dealer or re-
quest information directly from KÄRCHER.
Î Pull detergent suction hose as far as is
required out of the housing.
Î Suspend end of detergent suction hose
in a container filled with detergent.
Î Detach spray lance from the trigger
gun. Work only with the trigger gun.
Note: This will mix the detergent with
the water stream.
Î Spray the detergent sparingly on the
dry surface and allow it to react, but not
to dry.
Î Spray off loosened dirt with the high-
pressure jet.
Î Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Î Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
Î During longer breaks (more than 5 min-
utes), also turn the appliance off using
the "0/OFF" switch.
Caution
Only separate the high-pressure hose from
the trigger gun or the appliance while there
is no pressure in the system.
Î 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.
Î Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Î Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
Î Turn off tap.
Î Detach the appliance from the water
supply.
Î Press the lever on the trigger gun to re-
lease any remaining pressure in the
system.
Î Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
Î Pull out the mains plug.
Î Stow away the mains cable, the high-
pressure hose and accessory at the ap-
pliance.
Î Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
keep in mind the weight of the appliance
during transport (see Specifications).
Î Pull the appliance by its transport han-
dle.
Î Empty detergent tank.
Î Secure the appliance against shifting
and tipping over.
Working with detergent
Recommended cleaning method
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
Transport
When transporting by hand
When transporting in vehicles