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the KÄRCHER water filter (optional ac-
cessory, order no. 4.730-059) is rec-
ommended.
Observe regulations of water supplier.
For connection values, see type plate/
technical data.
Use a fibre-reinforced water hose
(not included) with a standard cou-
pling. (Minimum diameter 1/2 inch
(13 mm), minimum length 7.5 m).
Illustration
Screw the coupling element to the
water connection on the appliance.
Push the water supply hose onto
the coupling unit, then connect it to
the water supply.
This high-pressure cleaner is suited to
work with the KÄRCHER suction hose
with backflow valve (Optional accesso-
ry, order no. 4.440-238) to draw in sur-
face water, e.g. from water butts or
ponds (see specifications for max. suc-
tion height).
Fill the KÄRCHER suction hose
with backflow valve with water,
screw to water supply and hang into
the water butt.
Separate the high pressure hose
from the high pressure connection
of the appliance.
Switch the appliance on (I/ON) for a
max. of 2 minutes and wait until the
water exits the high-pressure con-
nection without bubbles.
Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
Caution
Dry runs lasting longer than two
minutes lead to damages to the
high pressure pump. If the appli-
ance does not build up pressure
within two minutes, switch it off
and proceed as instructed in the
Chapter "Troubleshooting".
Illustration
Insert the high pressure hose tightly
into the quick coupling on the appli-
ance, it will lock in audibly.
Note:
Make sure the connection
nipple is aligned correctly.
Check the secure connection by
pulling on the high pressure hose.
Illustration
Push the spray lance into the trigger
gun and fasten it by turning it
through 90°.
Completely open the water tap.
Insert the mains plug into the socket.
Turn on the appliance “I/ON”.
Danger
The handgun is subjected to a
recoil force when the water jet is
discharged. Make sure that you
have a firm footing and are also
holding the handgun and spray
lance firmly.
Caution
Prior to cleaning, make sure that
the high pressure is placed safe-
ly on level ground. Wear protec-
tive goggles and protective
clothing during the cleaning pro-
cess.
Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
Pull on the lever of the trigger gun;
the device will switch on.
Note:
Release the lever of the trigger
gun; the device will switch off again.
High pressure remains in the system.
Water supply from mains
Drawing in water from open
reservoirs
Start up
Operation
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