Kärcher K 2 BASIC, User Manual

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The scope of delivery of the device (depending on the
model) is illustrated on the packaging. These operating
instructions describe all possible options.
Illustrations on the inside of the picture page
1 High pressure connection
2 Appliance switch „0/OFF“ / „I/ON“
3 Storage hook
4 Carrying handle
5 Transport handle
6 Water connection with integrated sieve
7 Detergent suction hose (with sieve)
8 Detergent tank lid
9 Detergent Tank
10 Coupling element for water connection
11 Storage for spray lance
12 Storage for trigger gun
13 Mains cable with mains plug
14 Bearing wheel
15 Trigger gun
16 Lock trigger gun
17 Clamp for high pressure hose
18 High pressure hose
* Optional accessories
19 Spray lance with high pressure nozzle
For normal cleaning tasks.
20 Spray lance with Dirtblaster
For strong contaminations
21 Spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power)
Carrying out the most common cleaning tasks
The working pressure is steplessly adjustable. In
order to adjust the working pressure, release the le-
ver of the hand spray gun and turn the spray lance
to the desired position. You can add detergent
when "Mix" is selected.
22 Washing brush
23 Rotating washing brush (e.g. for cleaning cars)
24 Foam nozzle with detergent container
For effective detergent foam.
– Minimum diameter, 1/2 inches (13 mm).
– Minimum length 7.5 m.
Illustrations on the inside of the picture page
 Illustrations -
Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior to
start-up.
 Park the appliance on an even surface.
 Illustrations -
Pull out the clamp from the trigger gun and plug the
high-pressure hose into the trigger gun.
Push the clamp in until it locks. Check the secure
connection by pulling on the high-pressure hose.
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ATTENTION
Impurities in the water can damage the high-pressure
pump and the accessories. For protection, the use of
the KÄRCHER water filter (optional accessory, order
no. 4.730-059) is recommended.
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CAUTION
Dry running of more than 2 minutes leads to damage of
the high-pressure pump. If the appliance does not build
up pressure within 2 minutes, switch the appliance off
and proceed in accordance with the instructions in
Chapter "Troubleshooting".
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CAUTION
Keep a distance of at least 30 cm when using the jet for
cleaning painted surfaces to avoid damage.
ATTENTION
Car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such as wood
should not be cleaned with the dirt blaster, as there is a
risk of damage.
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ATTENTION
Risk of damage to the paintwork
When working with the washing brush, it must be free of
dirt or other particles.
Note : If required, the washing brushes can be used to
work with detergent.
Note: Detergent can only be added when the device is
operated in low pressure mode.
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Optional
 Illustration
 Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface
and allow it to react, but not to dry.
 Spray off loosened dirt with the high pressure jet.
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After operation with detergent: Run the machine for
approximately 1 minute for a clear rinse.
 Illustration
Release the lever of the trigger gun and lock it.
 During longer breaks (more than 5 minutes), also
turn the appliance off using the "0/OFF" switch.
몇 CAUTION
Only separate the high-pressure hose from the trigger
gun or the device when there is no pressure in the sys-
tem.
 Release the lever of the trigger gun.
 Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
 Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
 Turn off tap.
 Press the lever on the trigger gun to release any
remaining pressure in the system.
 Lock the lever of the trigger gun.
 Detach the appliance from the water supply.
Description of the Appliance
Additionally required
25** Fabric-reinforced water hose with commercially
available coupling.
Installation and Startup
Operation
High pressure operation
Operation with washing brush
Operation with detergent
Recommended cleaning method
After operation with detergent
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
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