Kärcher K 2.97 M, Quick Start Manual

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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.
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 Separate the high pressure hose from
the high pressure connection of the ap-
pliance.
Î 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).
Î Lift appliance by the carrying handle
and carry it.
Î 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.
Î Park the machine on an even surface.
Î Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
Î Stow away the mains cable, the high-
pressure hose and accessory at the ap-
pliance.
Caution
Protect the appliance and its accessories
against frost.
The appliance and its accessories can get
destroyed through frost if there are any wa-
ter residues in them. To avoid damage to
them:
Î 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.
Î Store the appliance and the entire ac-
cessories in a frost-safe room.
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Danger
Turn off the appliance and remove the
mains plug prior to any care and mainte-
nance work.
Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in
the winter:
Î Remove filter from suction hose for de-
tergent and clean under running water.
Recommended cleaning method
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
Transport
When transporting by hand
When transporting in vehicles
Storage
Storing the Appliance
Frost protection
Maintenance and care
Care