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PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE

5.961-439

(2009246-11-04)

KB 2020

Operating Instructions

PRESSURE WASHER

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Page 1: ...PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE 5 961 439 2009246 11 04 KB 2020 Operating Instructions PRESSURE WASHER ...

Page 2: ...s around the home and garden It provides an efficient economical and labour saving way of cleaning with excellent results All Karcher domestic pressure washers are designed to run from a suitable cold water supply although some models will accept a water inlet temperature of between 40 C and 60 C Environmental Comment Save water with high pressure The Karcher Pressure Washer is environmentally fri...

Page 3: ... 4 Suction Mode 3 5 Detergent 4 OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER 4 1 High Pressure Operation 4 2 Low Pressure Operation Without Brush 4 3 Low Pressure Operation With Brush 4 4 End Of Operation 5 IMPORTANT CARE AND MAINTENANCE 6 ACCESSORIES SPARE PARTS 7 PROBLEM CHECKLIST TROUBLESHOOTING 8 HELP LINE 9 TECHNICAL DATA 10 ASSEMBLY ...

Page 4: ... surroundings With the addition of Karcher accessories the list continues Clearing blocked drains and pipes Removal of old paint and rust from garden furniture and gates Spraying insecticide onto trees plants and lawns BEFORE STARTING UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER PLEASE CHECK YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING We recommend you purchase these items from a reputable store RCD plug and socket that will interrupt elec...

Page 5: ...in the working area must be jet proof The appliance may only be connected to an electrical connection that was performed by an electrician according to IEC 60364 Only connect the appliance to alternating current The voltage must comply with the voltage specified on the typeplate To avoid electric accidents we recommend to use sockets with a series connected residual current operated device rated b...

Page 6: ...ung children or infirm persons without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance The operator must use the appliance properly He must take the local conditions into consideration and must pay attention to third persons in particular children while working with the appliance Warning Do not use the appliance if third persons are within the rea...

Page 7: ... a minimum distance of 30 cm to avoid damages Never take in solvent containing liquids or undiluted acids and solvents These include for example benzene paint thinner or heating oil The spray is highly inflammable explosive and toxic Do not use acetone undiluted acids and solvents as they affect the materials used on the appliance If required wear appropriate protective clothes and glasses to prot...

Page 8: ...2 Detergent Suction Tube 3 On Off Switch 4 High Pressure Outlet 5 Inlet Water Connection with Strainer 6 Hosepipe Connector 7a High Pressure Lance 7b Dirtblaster Lance Assembly see Page 21 7c Wash Brush 8 High Pressure Hose 9 Safety Lock Device 10 Spray Gun with Built in Low Presure Jet 11 Mains Electric Lead with Plug 12 Accessory compartment Assembly see Page 21 ...

Page 9: ...be connected to a suitable water supply 3 3 High Pressure Connection Assemble the Spray Gun No 10 and the High Pressure Hose No 8 as shown on page 21 Attach the High Pressure Hose No 8 to the High Pressure Outlet No 4 of the unit Safety Assurance As an added precaution your pressure washer is fitted with a Safety Lock Device No 9 on the Spray Gun 3 4 Electrical Connection Ensure the Power Switch N...

Page 10: ... before application Universal Cleaner Profi RM 555 ASF 2 The following cleaning agents are available as concentrate and must be diluted with 9 parts of water 1 9 before use Universal Cleaner Profi RM 555 ULTRA Automotive Cleaner Profi RM 565 ULTRA House Garden Cleaner Profi RM 570 ULTRA Boat Cleaner Profi RM 575 ULTRA 3 Detergent tablets are also available from some stores Karcher Clean Tabs 10 ta...

Page 11: ...cessories are bayonet fit simply push in and twist until they click into position Once water is flowing through the machine you may now switch on your Karcher Pressure Washer using the Power Switch No 3 WHEN USING YOUR KARCHER PRESSURE WASHER ON THE HIGH PRESSURE SETTING THE RECOMMENDED WORKING DISTANCE BETWEEN THE NOZZLE AND THE OBJECT OR SURFACE TO BE CLEANED IS 30 CM IT CAN BE CLOSER IF REQUIRE...

Page 12: ...but detergent and wash brush are advantageous when cleaning vehicles or other paint finishes 4 2 Low Pressure Operation Dilute the detergent in a suitable container to the required concentra tion before using The correct dilution is dependent on the degree of soiling of surface and is best determined by experience Hang the Detergent Suction Tube No 2 in the Detergent container Use the Spray Gun No...

Page 13: ...cleaned this physical agitation removes all trace of traffic film Finally revert to the high pressure operation with the Spray Lance and complete the wash down We recommend the following cleaning method Step 1 Remove loose dirt by washing over the surface to be cleaned with the high pressure jet Step 2 Spray on the detergent and leave for 1 4 minutes so assisting the easy removal of fine dirt and ...

Page 14: ...RE CLEANING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER 4 5 STORAGE The Spray Gun No 10 the High Pressure Lance No 7a the Dirtblaster Lance No 7b and the Wash Brush 7c can be stored with the Pressure Washer The Mains Electric Lead No 13 can be wound up over the drawing bar 5 IMPORTANT CARE AND MAINTENANCE To ensure prolonged life and trouble free use of your Karcher Pressure Washer we strongly recommend that you always ...

Page 15: ...he machine Electricity If using an electrical extension lead it must be rated at a minimum of 13 amps Always fully uncoil any extension lead when used Chemicals Use of chemicals other than those recommended by Karcher could cause significant damage which may not be covered by your warranty After using chemicals always run fresh water through your machine The high pressure hose of your Karcher Pres...

Page 16: ...dly rotating pencil jet used to remove loose paint stubborn algae and moss from hard surfaces 4 760 499 Triple Nozzle Lance An integral fan jet pencil jet and low pressure chemical jet in one unit allows optimal nozzle selection 2 640 979 Hose Handgun 2 640 978 Universal Wash Sponge 2 640 977 Large Wash Sponge 6 290 249 Detergent RM 555 5 litre 2 640 212 T Racer ...

Page 17: ...ease refer to the diagram below AND identify the particular model of your machine by reference to the data plate on the underside Please write email or fax Karcher see page 19 with any parts order you wish to place A premium rate Help line Number is available for telephone enquires of any type ...

Page 18: ...the fuse Try without extension cable Check mains voltage corresponds to specifications of machin Pump stops Fuse blown Overheating due to poor water Supply Change fuse and check size of extension cable Check inlet water flow rate hose should fill a 10 litre bucket in one minute Strong pressure fluctuations Nozzle partly blocked Clean dirt from nozzle hole with needle and rinse from the front Machi...

Page 19: ...cumstances we would ask that you try to contact us again later in the day The help line number is 0906 6800632 calls at this number are charged at 25p per minute From 8 30am to 5 00pm Monday Friday It helps us if you have the model number and data plate details to hand before making your call as there are very many different models of Karcher Pressure Washers in use Alternatively you may write or ...

Page 20: ...r 1 2 inch Performance Data Pump Pressure Max at bypass 100 bar 10 MPa Operating Pressure 80 bar 8 MPa Flow Rate 330 l h 5 5 litres per minute Detergent Intake 0 4 litres per minute Recoil Force of Spray Gun at Max Pressure 10 N Optimum Working Distance on High Pressure 30 cm Hand transmitted vibration ISO 5349 0 8 m s Sound pressure level LPA EN 60704 1 69 dB A Sound power level LWA 2000 14 EC 83...

Page 21: ...21 10 ASSEMBLY High Pressure Hose No 8 and Spray Gun No 10 Assembly ...

Page 22: ...N 61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 Appropriate internal measures have been taken to ensure that series production units conform at all times to the requirements of current EU Directives and relevant standards The signatories are empowered to represent and act on behalf of the company management Conformity assessment procedure followed Annex V Sound power level Measured 81 dB A Guaranteed 83 dB A Alfred Kärc...

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