Kärcher K 3 Horizontal, Manual

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English 7
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Transport handle
15
Trigger "0/OFF" / "I/ON"
16
Type plate
17
Quick coupling for the high-pressure connection
18
Screws
19
*Garden hose (fabric reinforced, diameter at least
1/2 inch (13 mm), length at least 7.5 m, with com-
mercially available quick coupling)
20
Water connection coupling
21
Sieve
22
Water connection
23
Suction hose for detergent
24
Detergent filter
* additionally required
Safety devices
몇 CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices!
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Do not bypass, remove or render ineffective any safety
devices.
Power switch
The power switch prevents unintentional operation of
the device.
High-pressure gun lock
The lock locks the lever of the high-pressure gun and
prevents the device from starting unintentionally.
Auto-stop function
If the lever of the high-pressure gun is released, the
pressure switch turns off the pump and the high-pres-
sure jet stops. The pump switches on again when the le-
ver is pressed.
Symbols on the device
Installation
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page.
Fit the supplied loose parts onto the device before start-
ing up the device.
Place the screws provided and matching screwdriver at
the ready.
Mounting the storage option for the high-
pressure gun
1. Attach the storage for the high-pressure gun to the
device with the two screws.
Illustration B
Installing the water connection coupling
1. Screw the water connection coupling onto the water
connection on the device.
Illustration C
Initial startup
1. Place the device on a flat and level surface.
2. Unwind the high-pressure hose and eliminate any
loops and twists.
3. Connect the high-pressure hose to the device.
a Pull up the clamp on the coupling.
b Insert the high-pressure hose into the coupling.
c Press down the clamp on the coupling.
Illustration D
4. Connect the high-pressure hose to the high-pres-
sure gun.
a Squeeze the clamp.
b Pull out the clamp.
c Insert the high-pressure hose.
d Press the clamp in until it latches into place.
Illustration E
5. Check for a secure connection by pulling on the
high-pressure hose.
6. Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.
Water supply
For the connection values, see the type plate or chapter
Technical data .
Observe the water distribution company regulations.
ATTENTION
Damage through contaminated water
Contamination in the water can damage the pump and
the accessories.
KÄRCHER recommends using the KÄRCHER water fil-
ter for protection(special accessory, order number
4.730-059).
Connection to the water line
ATTENTION
Hose coupling with Aquastop on the water connec-
tion of the device
Damage to the pump
Never use a hose coupling with Aquastop on the water
connection of the device.
You can use an Aquastop coupling on the tap.
1. Plug the garden hose onto the water connection
coupling.
2. Connect the garden hose to the water line.
Illustration F
3. Open the water tap fully.
Operation
ATTENTION
Pump running dry
Damage to the device
If pressure does not build up in the device after 2 min-
utes then switch the device off and proceed according
to the instructions in chapter Troubleshooting guide.
ATTENTION
Failure to adhere to the correct device position
Damage to the pump
Operate the device in a horizontal position only.
Do not aim the high-pressure jet may at per-
sons, animals, live electrical equipment or
the device itself.
Protect the device against frost.
The device may not be connected to the
public drinking water network.