K 3.700 MD - Pressure washer Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL K 3.700 MD Kärcher

dB(A) 92 93 89 CE-Erklärung Produkt: Hochdruckreiniger Typ: 1.180-xxx 1.181-xxx Einschlägige EG-Richtlinien 2006/42/EG (+2009/127/EG) 2004/108/EG 2000/14/EG Angewandte harmonisierte Normen EN 55014–1: 2006 EN 55014–2: 1997 + A1: 2001 EN 60335–1 EN 60335–2–79 EN 61000–3–2: 2006 EN 61000–3–3: 2008 EN 62233: 2008 Angewandtes Konformitätsbewertungs- verfahren Anhang V Schallleistungspegel dB(A) K 3.700 K 4.700 K 5.700 Gemessen: 90 90 87 Garantiert: 929389 CEO Head of Approbation 9DE- 1 Dear Customer, Please read and comply with these original instructions prior to the initial operation of your appliance and store them for later use or subsequent own- ers. This high-pressure cleaner is designed for do- mestic use only: – to clean machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, facades, terraces, garden equip- ment etc. using a high-pressure water jet (and detergents if required). – with accessories, replacement parts and detergents approved by KÄRCHER. Ob- serve the instructions provided with these detergents. The packaging material can be recy- cled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but ar- range for the proper recycling. Old appliances contain valuable materi- als that can be recycled. Please ar- range for the proper recycling of old appliances. Please dispose your old applianc- es using appropriate collection systems. Notes about the ingredients (REACH) You will find current information about the in- gredients at: http://www.karcher.de/de/unternehmen/ umweltschutz/REACH.htm The warranty terms published by the relevant sales company are applicable in each coun- try. We will repair potential failures of your ap- pliance within the warranty period free of charge, provided that such failure 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 purchase. (See address on the reverse) Danger Immediate danger that can cause severe inju- ry or even death. 몇 Warning Possible hazardous situation that could lead to severe injury or even death. Caution Possible hazardous situation that could lead to mild injury to persons or damage to property. – High-pressure jets can be dangerous if improperly used. The jet must not be di- rected at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or at the appli- ance itself. – Frost can destroy the not completely drained appliance. Store the appliance in a frost resistant room during winter. Contents General information EN - 1 Safety instructions EN - 2 Operation EN - 3 Description of the Appliance EN - 3 Transport EN - 7 Storage EN - 7 Maintenance and care EN - 7 Troubleshooting EN - 8 Technical specifications EN - 8 CE Declaration EN - 9 General information Proper Use Environmental protection Warranty Symbols in the operating instruc- tions Symbols on the machine 10 EN- 2

Never touch the mains plug and the sock- et with wet hands. The appliance must not be used if the power cord or important parts of the appliance, e.g. high-pressure hoses, trigger gun or safety devices are damaged. Check the power cord and mains plug for damage before every use. If the power cord is damaged, please arrange for it to be re- placed immediately by an authorised repair agent or a skilled electrician Check the high-pressure hose for damage before every use. Please arrange for the im- mediate replacement of a damaged high- pressure hose. The appliance may not be used in areas where a risk of explosion is present. If the appliance is used in hazardous areas (e.g. filling stations) the corresponding safe- ty provisions must be observed. High-pressure jets can be dangerous if im- properly used. The jet must not be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equip- ment or at the appliance itself. The high-pressure jet must not be directed at other persons or directed by the user at him/herself to clean clothing or footwear. Never use the appliance to clean objects containing hazardous substances (e.g. as- bestos). Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are susceptible to damage from the high-pressure jet and may burst. The first indication of this is a dis- colouration of the tyre. Damaged vehicle tyres/tyre valves are highly dangerous. En- sure that a distance of at least 30 cm is ob- served when cleaning with the jet! Risk of explosion! Do not spray flammable liquids. Never draw in fluids containing solvents or undiluted acids and solvents! This includes petrol, paint thinner and heating oil. The spray mist thus generated is highly inflam- mable, explosive and poisonous. Do not use acetone, undiluted acids and solvents as they are damaging to the materials from which the appliance is made. 몇 Warning

The mains plug and the coupling of an ex- tension cable must be watertight and must never lay in the 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:

Always fully unroll electrical cables from the cable drum. High-pressure hoses, fixtures and cou- plings are important for the safety of the appliance. Only use high-pressure hoses, fixtures and couplings recommended by the manufacturer. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities. The appliance must not be operated by children or persons who have not been in- structed accordingly. Children should be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance. Keep packaging film away from children - risk of suffocation! The operator must use the appliance cor- rectly. When working with the appliance, he must consider the local conditions and pay due care and attention to other persons, in particular children, who are nearby. Do not use the appliance when there are other persons around unless they are also wearing safety equipment. Wear protective clothing and safety gog- gles to protect against splash back con- taining water or dirt. Caution

In case of extended downtimes, switch the appliance off at the main switch / ap- pliance switch or remove the mains plug. Do not operate the appliance at tempera- tures below 0 °C. Observe a distance of at least 30 cm when using the jet to clean painted surfaces to avoid damaging paintwork. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is in operation. Safety instructions 11EN- 3 Make sure that the power cable or exten- sion cables are not damaged by running over, pinching, dragging or similar. Pro- tect the power cable from heat, oil, and sharp edges. All current-conducting parts in the working area must be protected against jet water. The appliance may only be connected to an electrical supply which has been in- stalled in accordance with IEC 60364. The appliance may only be connected to alternating current. The voltage must cor- respond with the type plate on the appli- ance. For safety reasons, we recommend that you operate the appliance only via a earth-leakage circuit breaker (max. 30 mA). Cleaning operations which produce oily waste water, e.g. engine washes, under- body washes, may only be carried out us- ing washing stations equipped with an oil separator. This appliance was designed to be used with detergents which are supplied or rec- ommended by the manufacturer. The use of other detergents or chemicals may compromise the safety of the appliance. Caution Safety devices protect the user and must not be modified or bypassed. The appliance switch prevents unintentional operation of the appliance. This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun and prevents the inadvertent start of the appli- ance. The overflow valve prevents the permissible working pressure from being exceeded. If the lever on the trigger gun is released the pressure switch turns off the pump, the high- pressure jet is stopped. If the lever is pulled the pump is turned on again. The high pressure hose is specially construct- ed with reinforced walls to handle water pres- sure up to 13/14 MPa (1900/2050 psi) - 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 failure and will invalidate warranty. Caution Create stability for the appliance prior to all work on or with the appliance to prevent acci- dents or damage. – The stability of the appliance is warranted when it is placed onto an even surface. The scope of delivery of your appliance is il- lustrated on the packaging. Check the con- tents of the appliance for completeness when unpacking. In the event of missing accessories or any transport damage, please contact your deal- er. These operating instructions describe the basic models of the high pressure clean- ers shown on the front cover. These operating instructions describe the maximum equipment. Depending on the model, there are differences in the scopes of delivery (see packaging). Safety Devices Power switch Lock trigger gun Overflow valve with pressure switch High pressure hose Prerequisites for the appliance's stability Operation Scope of delivery Description of the Appliance 12 EN- 4 Illustrations on fold-out page! 1 Coupling element for water connection 2 Water connection with integrated sieve 3 Appliance switch "0/OFF“/ „I/ON“ 4 High pressure hose 5 Dosage regulator for detergent 6 Storage for trigger gun 7 High-pressure hose drum 8 Transport handle 9 Hand crank for hose drum 10 Storage of detergent reservoir with deter- gent connection 11 Storage for accessories 12 Storage hook for mains connection cable 13 Mains cable with mains plug 14 Detergent reservoir with locking lid 15 Wheels 16 Trigger gun 17 Lock trigger gun 18 Key to detach the high-pressure hose from the trigger gun 19 Spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power) 20 Spray lance with Dirtblaster 21 Washing brush 22 Rotary washing brush 23 Delta-Racer D150 Special accessories expand the possibilities of using your appliance. Please contact your KÄRCHER dealer for further information. Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior to start-up. Illustration Push the wheels into the intake and se- cure them with the plugs. Align the plug properly. Illustration Place the bottom holder into the recesses and push forward until it audibly lcoks in. Insert the top holder and push down all the way. Illustration Press in the storage hook and lock it into the top position. You will need the 2 included screws as well as a Philips screwdriver PH 2. Illustration Slide the transport handle into the guide and secure it with 2 screws. You will need the 2 included screws as well as a Philips screwdriver PH 2. Illustration Insert both detergent hoses onto the hose fittings. Install the dosage regulator and connect using 2 screws. Note: During installation you must make sure that the tongues of the dosage regu- lator match up with the intended recesses in the casing. Illustration Slide the free end of the coiled high pres- sure hose through the recesses on the dosage regulator. Insert the hose drum into the intakes on the transport handle. Insert the axle of the hand crank into the guides. Install the fixating plate and secure it us- ing 2 screws. Press the connecting fitting from the short high pressure hose into the brass intake, secure with clamps. Note: Make sure the connection nipple is aligned correctly. Illustration Push the high pressure hose into the trig- ger 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. Special accessories Before Startup Install wheels Install the storage for hand-spray gun Install the storage hook for the mains connection cable Install the transport handle Install the dosage regulator for deter- gent Install the high pressure hose drum Connect the high pressure hose to the hand spray gun 13EN- 5

Warning According to the applicable regula- tions, the appliance must never be used on the drinking water supply without a system separator. Use a suitable system separator manufactured by KÄRCHER; or, as an alternative, a system separator as per EN 12729 Type BA. Water flowing through a system separator is consid- ered non-drinkable. Caution Always connect the system separator to the water supply, never directly to the appliance! Note: Impurities in the water can damage the high-pressure pump and accessories. For protection, the use of the KÄRCHER water fil- ter (optional accessory, order no. 4.730-059) is recommended. Observe regulations of water supplier. For connection values, see type plate/techni- cal data. Use a fibre-reinforced water hose (not in- cluded) with a standard coupling. (Minimum diameter 1/2 inch (13 mm), minimum length

Illustration Screw the coupling element (supplied) to the water connection on the appliance. Push the water supply hose onto the cou- pling unit, then connect it to the water sup- ply. This high-pressure cleaner is suited to work with the KÄRCHER suction hose with back- flow valve (Optional accessory, order no. 4.440-238) to draw in surface water, e.g. from water butts or ponds (see specifications for max. suction height). Fill the KÄRCHER suction hose with backflow valve with water, screw to water supply and hang into the water butt. Appliance ventilation: Switch the appli- ance on with the high-pressure hose de- tached and operate (max. 2 minutes) until the water exits the high-pressure connec- tion without bubbles. Switch off appliance and reconnect high-pressure hose. Caution Dry runs lasting longer than two minutes lead to damages to the high pressure pump. If the appliance does not build up pressure within two minutes, switch it off and proceed as in- structed in the Chapter "Troubleshooting". Illustration Push the spray lance into the trigger gun and fasten it by turning it through 90°. Illustration Unwind the high pressure hose from the hose drum. Hold on to the transport han- dle during this procedure. Note: If the hand crank is in its secured position, fold it up first. Completely open the water tap. Insert the mains plug into the socket. Turn on the appliance “I/ON”. 몇 Danger The trigger gun is subjected to a recoil force when the water jet is discharged. Make sure that you have a firm footing and are also hold- ing the trigger gun and spray lance firmly. Caution Prior to cleaning, make sure that the high pressure is placed safely on level ground. Wear protective goggles and protective cloth- ing during the cleaning process. Unlock the lever on the trigger gun. Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the de- vice will switch on. Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun; the device will switch off again. High pressure re- mains in the system. Carrying out the most common cleaning tasks. The work pressure can be stagelessly regulated between "Min" and "Max". Release the lever on the trigger gun. Turn the spray lance to the desired posi- tion. Note: Suitable for working with detergent; for this, turn the spray lance to the "Mix" position. Water supply Water supply from mains Drawing in water from open reservoirs Start up Operation Spray lance with pressure regulation 14 EN- 6 For particularly dirty items or areas. Caution Car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such as wood should not be cleaned with the dirt blast- er, as there is a risk of damage. – Not suitable for use with detergents. – Note: Suitable for use with detergents. Set the dosage regulator to the desired suc- tion volume for detergent. The rotating washing brush is ideally suited for the cleaning of vehicles. Caution Please make sure that the washing brush is free from dirt or other particles. Otherwise, it may damage the paint work. – Note: Suitable for use with detergents. Set the dosage regulator to the desired suction volume for detergent. The Delta-Racer combines a wash brush with a rotating high pressure jet. Therefore, it is es- pecially suited for vehicle cleaning or heavily soiled surfaces. Danger Do not reach under the edge of the Delta Racer during op- eration! Please use exclusively KÄRCHER detergents and care products to carry out the respective cleaning task, as these were specifically devel- opped for your appliance. The use of other de- tergents and care products may lead to premature wear and can invalidate your warran- ty claims. Please obtain information at your local dealer or request information directly from KÄRCHER. Notes regarding the detergent: The most commonly use detergents can be purchased ready to use in their detergent reservoirs with locking lids. This will make the pesky refilling and filling processes redundant. Illustration Remove the lid from the detergent reser- voir and press the detergent reservoir into the detergent connection with the opening facing down. Illustration Adjust the suction volume of the detergent solution by means of the dosage regulator for detergents. Use spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power). Turn the spray lance to "Mix" position. Note: This will mix the detergent with the water stream. Note: If required, the washing brushes can be used to work with detergent. Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface and allow it to react, but not to dry. Spray off loosened dirt with the high-pres- sure jet. Release the lever on the trigger gun. Lock the lever on the trigger gun. During longer breaks (more than 5 min- utes), also turn the appliance off using the "0/OFF" switch. Insert the trigger gun in its holder. Caution Only separate the high-pressure hose from the trigger gun or the appliance while there is no pressure in the system. Remove the detergent reservoir from the in- take and close it with the lid. To store, place into the intake rotated by 180°. Release the lever on the trigger gun. Turn off the appliance "0/OFF". Turn off tap. Detach the appliance from the water supply. Caution: When disconnecting the supply or high pressure hose, warm water may leak from the connections after operation. Press the lever on the trigger gun to release any remaining pressure in the system. Lock the lever on the trigger gun. Pull out the mains plug. Spray lance with Dirtblaster Washing brush Rotary washing brush Delta-Racer D150 Working with detergent Recommended cleaning method Interrupting operation Finish operation 15EN- 7 Caution In order to prevent accidents or injuries, keep in mind the weight of the appliance during transport (see Specifications). Lift appliance by the carrying handle and carry it. Pull the appliance by its transport handle. Prior to horizontal transport: Remove the detergent reservoir from the intake and close it with the lid. Secure the appliance against shifting and tipping over. Caution In order to prevent accidents 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. Illustration Wind the entire high pressure hose onto the hose drum by rotating the hand crank counter-clockwise. Insert the hand spray gun with the spray lance into the holder for the hand spray gun. Stow away the mains cable and accesso- ry at the machine. Store the appliance in a dry room. Caution Protect the appliance and its accessories against frost. The appliance and its accessories can get de- stroyed through frost if there are any water residues in them. To avoid damage to them: Completely drain all water from the appliance: Detach the appliance from the water sup- ply. Detach spray lance from the trigger gun. Switch the appliance on ("I/ON“), press the trigger gun lever until no further water is discharged (approx. 1 min). Turn off the appliance. Store the appliance and the entire acces- sories in a frost-safe room. Danger Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work. The appliance is maintenance-free. Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in the winter: Completely drain all water from the appli- ance: (for a description, see section on "Frost protection") Illustration Pull out the sieve in the water connection using flat-nose pliers and clean under run- ning water. Use only original KÄRCHER spare parts. You will find a list of spare parts at the end of these operating instructions. Transport When transporting by hand When transporting in vehicles Storage Storing the Appliance Frost protection Maintenance and care Maintenance Care Spare parts 16 EN- 8 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.

Remove air from appliance before operation. Switch on the appliance without connec- tion the HP hose (max. 2 minutes) and run it until the water discharging from the HP outlet is free of bubbles. Switch off appli- ance and reconnect HP 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 the detergent suction hose for kinks. Troubleshooting Appliance is not running Pressure does not build up in the appli- ance Appliance does not start, motor hums Strong pressure fluctuations Appliance is leaking No detergent infeed Technical specifications K 3.700 K 4.700 K 5.700 Water connection Max. feed temperature °C 40 Min. feed volume I/min 10 Max. feed pressure MPa 0.8 Max. Suction height m 0.5 Electrical connection Voltage *GB 1~50 Hz V 230-240 Connected load kW 1.8 1.9 2.1 Mains fuse *GB (slow-blow) A13 Protective class I Protection class IP X5 Performance data Working pressure MPa 11 12 12.5 Max. permissible pres- sure MPa 12 13 14 Water flow rate I/min 6.3 6.7 7.5 Dimensions and weights Length mm 876 Width mm 325 Height mm 285 Weight, ready to oper- ate with accessories kg 14.8 14.8 15.3 Detergent flow rate I/min 0 - 0.3 Recoil force of trigger gun N 15 17EN- 9 Subject to technical modifications! We hereby declare that the machine de- scribed below complies with the relevant ba- sic safety and health requirements of the EU Directives, both in its basic design and con- struction as well as in the version put into cir- culation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the machine is modified without our prior approval. The undersigned act on behalf and under the power of attorney of the company manage- ment. Alfred Kärcher GmbH Co. KG Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40 71364 Winnenden (Germany) Phone: +49 7195 14-0 Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 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 Beaumont Road Banbury Oxon, OX16 1TB or E-mail us: info@karcher.co.uk Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79Hand-arm vibration valueUncertainty K m/s

< 2.5 Sound pressure level

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