Kärcher K 5 Basic, Original Operating Instructions, Page: 11 / 142

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The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on
the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for
completeness when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any transport
damage, please contact your dealer.
See fold-out page 3 for illustrations
1 Coupling element for water connection
2 Quick coupling for high pressure hose
3 Water connection with integrated sieve
4 Appliance switch „0/OFF“ / „I/ON“
5 Transport handle, detachable
6 Accessory net
7 Storage for accessories
8 Mains cable with mains plug
9 Detergent suction hose with filter
10 Bearing wheel
11 Trigger gun
12 Lock trigger gun
13 Key to detach the high pressure hose from the trig-
ger gun
14 High pressure hose
15 Spray lance with Dirtblaster
For strong contaminations.
The working pressure can be continuously in-
creased from "SOFT" to "HARD". To adjust the
working pressure, release the trigger gun lever and
turn the spray lance to the desired position.
Suitable for use with detergents.
16 Spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power)
Carrying out the most common cleaning tasks.
See fold-out page 4 for illustrations
Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior to start-
up.
Illustration
 Push the wheels into the intake and secure them
with the plugs. Align the plug properly.
Illustration
 Place the transport handle into the intake until you
feel resistance. Use the heel of your hand or a soft
rubber mallet to position it.
Illustration
 Hook the accessories net into the hooks shown in
the illustration.
Illustration
 Push the high pressure hose into the trigger gun
until it locks audibly.
Note: Make sure the connection nipple is aligned
correctly.
Check the secure connection by pulling on the high
pressure hose.
For connection values, see type plate/technical data.
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.
Observe regulations of water supplier.
Illustration
 Screw the coupling element to the water connec-
tion on the appliance.
This high-pressure cleaner is suited to work with the
KÄRCHER suction hose with backflow valve (Optional
accessory, order no. 4.440-238) to draw in surface wa-
ter, e.g. from water butts or ponds (see specifications for
max. suction height).
 Fill the suction hose with water.
 Screw the suction hose into the water connection of
the appliance and insert it into the water source
(e.g. rainwater drum).
Description of the Appliance
** Additionally required
17 Fabric-reinforced water hose with commercially
available coupling.
– Minimum diameter, 1/2 inches (13 mm).
– Minimum length 7.5 m.
Before Startup
Attaching the Accessories
Install wheels
Install the transport handle
Attach the accessories net
Connect the high pressure hose to the trigger gun
Water supply
Water supply from mains
Drawing in water from open reservoirs
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