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Remove filter from suction hose for deter-
gent and clean under running water.

Pull out the sieve in the water connection 
using flat-nose pliers and clean under run-
ning water.

The appliance is maintenance-free.

Use only original KÄRCHER spare parts. You 
will find a list of spare parts at the end of these 
operating instructions.

You can rectify minor faults yourself with the 
help of the following overview. 
If in doubt, please consult the authorized cus-
tomer service.

Danger

Turn off the appliance and remove the mains 
plug prior to any care and maintenance work.
Repair works may only be performed by the 
authorized customer service.

Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the de-
vice will switch on.

Check whether the voltage indicated on 
the type plate corresponds to the voltage 
of the mains supply.

Check the mains connection cable for 
damages.

Check setting at the spray lance.

Appliance ventilation: Switch the appliance 
on with the high-pressure hose detached 
and operate (max. 2 minutes) until the water 
exits the high-pressure connection without 
bubbles. Switch off appliance and reconnect 
high-pressure hose.

Check the water supply.

Pull out the sieve in the water connection 
using flat-nose pliers and clean under run-
ning water.

Cause: Voltage reduction due to weak mains 
supply or when using an extension cable

.

When switching on, first pull the lever of 
the trigger gun and then switch the appli-
ance switch to "I/ON".

Clean high-pressure nozzle: Remove dirt 
and debris from the nozzle bore, using a 
needle and rinse through with water from 
the front.

Check water flow quantity.

Slight leakage from the appliance pump is 
normal. If the leakage increases contact 
the authorized customer service.

Use spray lance with pressure regulation 
(Vario Power).
Turn the spray lance to "Mix" position.

Check the settings at the dosage regula-
tor for detergent.

Check whether the detergent reservoir is 
placed into the detergent connection fac-
ing down.

Check the detergent suction hose for 
kinks.

KÄRCHER UK Limited operate a helpline al-
lowing customers to discuss any problems ex-
perienced with our products.
The helpline operates during normal business 
hours and may be busy at peak periods.If you 
have difficulty getting through we would ask 
that you try to contact us again later in the 
day.

The helpline number is 01295 752200, 
open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm 
Monday to Friday. 

It helps us if you have the model number and 
data plate details to hand before making your 
call so that we can assist you with your query 
more effectively.

Alternatively you may write to us at the ad-
dress below

:

KÄRCHER UK Ltd
Kärcher House

Maintenance

Spare parts

Troubleshooting

Appliance is not running

Pressure does not build up in the appliance

Appliance does not start, motor hums

Strong pressure fluctuations

Appliance is leaking

No detergent infeed

Helpline

Summary of Contents for K 3.540

Page 1: ...R egister and w in w w w kaercher com Operating Instructions Before first use of the unit Please read these Operating Instructions and act in accor dance with them 59635920 03 10 K 3 540...

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Page 3: ...re is caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing In the event of a warranty claim please con tact your dealer or the nearest authorized Customer Service centre Please submit the proof of pu...

Page 4: ...water Unsuitable extension cables can be haz ardous Only use extension cables out doors which have been approved for this purpose and labelled with a sufficient ca ble cross section 1 10 m 1 5 mm2 10...

Page 5: ...it can be easily damaged and should be stored carefully Do not kink Do not drive vehicles over the hose Do not expose the hose to sharp edges or corners Misuse will lead to ballooning or premature fai...

Page 6: ...as an alternative a system separator as per EN 12729 Type BA Water flowing through a system separator is consid ered non drinkable Note Impurities in the water can damage the high pressure pump and a...

Page 7: ...ote Suitable for working with detergent for this turn the spray lance to the Mix position For particularly dirty items or areas Caution Car tyres paint or sensitive surfaces such as wood should not be...

Page 8: ...cidents or injuries keep in mind the weight of the appliance when se lecting a storage location for it see Specifica tions Park the machine on an even surface Press the disconnect on the hand spray gu...

Page 9: ...cable When switching on first pull the lever of the trigger gun and then switch the appli ance switch to I ON Clean high pressure nozzle Remove dirt and debris from the nozzle bore using a needle and...

Page 10: ...al connection Voltage 1 50 Hz V 230 240 Connected load kW 1 8 Mains fuse slow blow A 13 Protective class I Protection class IP X5 Performance data Working pressure MPa 11 Max permissible pressure MPa...

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Page 12: ...77 527 2437 ZA K rcher Pty Limited 144 Kuschke Street Meadowdale Edenvale 1614 011 574 5360 08 2009 A Alfred K rcher Ges m b H Lichtblaustra e 7 1220 Wien 01 250 600 AUS K rcher Pty Ltd 40 Koornang Ro...

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