WU 6049 Automatic - Irrigation timer Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Automatic watering timer
Brand	Kärcher
Model	WU 6049 Automatic
Power supply	9 V battery (type 6LR61 / Alkaline)
Operating pressure	0.1 - 1 MPa (1 - 10 bar)
Supply temperature (max.)	30 °C
Ambient temperature	+1 to +60 °C
Water connection	G 3/4 with filter seal
Main functions	Programming of watering duration and frequency, manual watering, delayed start, temporary deactivation
Adjustable watering duration	Minutes (e.g., 30 min)
Adjustable watering frequency	Every 8 or 12 hours, or every 1 to 7 days
Display	Screen with symbols (program on/off, low battery, duration, frequency)
Controls	OK and MAN/SEL buttons
Usage	Outdoor, clear untreated fresh water
Maintenance and cleaning	Regularly clean the filter seal, replace battery before each season
Safety	Do not use on drinking water network, max temperature 30°C, splash-proof, do not immerse in water
Warranty	According to distributor conditions, contact retailer with proof of purchase
Weight	Approx. 320 g (estimated)
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approx. 12 x 9 x 15 cm (estimated)

Frequently Asked Questions - WU 6049 Automatic Kärcher

How to install the battery on the Kärcher WU 6049 Automatic?

Open the battery compartment cover with a coin. Insert a 9 V battery (type 6LR61 / Alkaline) observing the polarity. All symbols on the screen light up for 1 second. Close the cover.

How to connect the automatic timer to the water tap?

Insert the filter seal into the water connection (G 3/4). Screw the coupling element onto the hose. Push the locking clip down, position the device and screw the water connection onto the tap. Push the clip up to lock.

How to program the watering duration and frequency?

After startup, select the watering duration with the [MAN/SEL] button (e.g., 30 minutes) and confirm with [OK]. Then set the frequency: every 8 or 12 hours, or every 1 to 7 days. Confirm with [OK] for immediate start or wait 60 seconds for a delayed start of 8 hours.

How to start manual watering?

Press the [MAN/SEL] button for 3 seconds. Watering starts and automatically lasts 60 minutes. To stop earlier, press the same button again for 3 seconds.

How to temporarily deactivate the watering program?

Press the [OK] and [MAN/SEL] buttons simultaneously for at least 3 seconds. The symbol 'Watering program deactivated' appears. To reactivate, repeat the same procedure.

What does the low battery symbol on the screen mean?

The 'Low battery' symbol (C) indicates that the battery must be replaced. The watering valve closes automatically. If you change the battery within 10 seconds, the program remains in memory.

How to clean the filter seal?

Regularly remove the filter seal located in the water connection and rinse it under running water to prevent blockages.

The screen does not light up, what to do?

Check the battery: insert a new 9 V alkaline battery (type 6LR61). If the screen remains off, clean the battery contacts with a dry cloth.

Watering does not occur despite programming, why?

Possible causes: water tap closed, low battery, clogged filter seal, or program manually interrupted. Open the tap, change the battery, clean the filter, or activate the program (press OK and MAN/SEL simultaneously for 3 seconds).

How to store the timer in winter?

Close the tap, disconnect the device and drain the water by activating manual watering. Remove the battery. Store the device in a dry, frost-free place, for example indoors.

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Gerätebeschreibung

Please read and comply with these instructions prior to the initial operation of your appliance. Retain these operating instructions for future reference or for subsequent possessors.

Proper use

• This appliance has been designed for use in private households and is not intended for commercial use.
• This device is designed to be connected to a water tap and automatically regulates the water flow in irrigation systems.

Environmental protection

The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper recycling.

Old appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Please arrange for the proper recycling of old appliances. Batteries and accumulators contain substances that must not enter the environment. Please dispose of your old appliances, batteries and accumulators using appropriate collection systems.

Warranty

The terms of the guarantee that is applicable in each country have been published by our respective national distributors. Any fault that occurs with your appliance during the guarantee period will be repaired free of charge, provided that it has been caused by a material or manufacturing defect. Guarantee claims should be addressed to your dealer or the nearest authorized customer service depot, and supported by documentary evidence of purchase.

Safety instructions

Caution

■ Do not use the irrigation device in drinking water systems.
■ Only operate the irrigation device with untreated, clear fresh water at a temperature of max. 30 °C.
■ Only install the device outside.
■ Protect the irrigation device from water spray from the bottom and never submerge in water.
- Check the irrigation device for damages prior to each use and stop using it if there are visual damages.
■ Only mount irrigation device in a vertical position.
■ Do not use sealant or lubrication to connect the irrigation device to the water tap.
■ Do not pull on the attached hose.
■ Only use 9V batteries (type 6LR61 / Alkaline).
■ Do not use rechargeable batteries.
■ Do not install the irrigation device in areas where condensation water may be generated, as this may damage the battery.
■ Do not install the irrigation device near heat sources (max. ambient temperature 60^ C).
■ Do not install the irrigation device near powered devices.

Symbols on the display

A Irrigation programme deactivated
The saved irrigation programme has been interrupted. There will be no programme-controlled irrigation.
B Irrigation activated
The valve of the irrigation device is open. There will be a programme-controlled irrigation.
C Battery depleted
If this symbol is displayed, the battery must be replaced.
D Irrigation duration
Displays the adjustable/adjusted irrigation duration in minutes (e.g. 30 minutes).
E Irrigation frequency (HOUR)
Shows the adjustable/adjusted irrigation frequency in hours (e.g. every 8 hours).
F Irrigation frequency (DAYS)
Shows the adjustable/adjusted irrigation frequency in days (e.g. every 2 days).

Before Startup

→ Use a coin to open the cover for battery compartment.
→ Insert a 9V battery (type 6LR61 / Alkaline).

All symbols on the display will illuminate for 1 second, the irrigation device is now ready to be programmed.

→ Close the battery compartment cover.
→ Screw the coupling element onto the hose connection.
→ Slide the latch down to unlock the swivel mechanism.
→ Hold the irrigation device to the casing and screw the water connection onto the water tap.

Caution

Never connect the irrigation device to the water tap without using the supplied filter gasket.

→ For an optimal attachment of the irrigation device, slide the latch upwards to lock the swiveling mechanism and carefully rotate the irrigation device approx. 1/4 turn.

Note: Do not overtighten.

→ Slide the latch down to unlock the swivel mechanism and align the irrigation device.

Note: Align the irrigation device so that the control panel can be accessed comfortably.

Start up

Note: The subsequent programme steps must be performed consecutively, you cannot retrieve a specific programme step.

By confirming the selection of the respective programme step using [OK], the next programming step will be called up automatically.

Press the [OK] key for five seconds to return to the beginning of the programming sequence.

Selected adjustments in the programming step are displayed by flashing numbers.

Setting the irrigation duration

→ Use the [MAN / SEL] key to select the irrigation duration and confirm the selection using [OK] (preset irrigation duration is 30 minutes).

Setting the irrigation frequency

→ Press the [MAN / SEL] key to select the irrigation frequency (e.g.: every 8 or 12 hours, or every day, every 2, 3, 4 or 7 days).

Activate delayed start

Note: If the selected irrigation frequency is not confirmed within 60 seconds via the [OK] key, the start (delayed by 8 hours) will automatically be activated. The irrigation process will begin 8 hours after the programming time.

Activate immediate start

→ Confirm the selected irrigation frequency using [OK]. The irrigation process will begin immediately.

Reset programming (Reset)

In order to correct an entry or to delete a preset programme

→ Press [OK] for 5 seconds.

All symbols on the display will illuminate for 1 second, the irrigation device is now ready to be programmed.

Operation

Programme-controlled irrigation

The irrigation will take place automatically as per the preset programme (e.g. every 2 days for 60 minutes each).

Note: If the battery is depleted, the irrigation programme will be interrupted automatically. If the irrigation device is to be used over longer periods without supervision, you should insert a new battery.

Deactivate irrigation programme

→ Press the [OK] and [MAN / SEL] keys simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.
The display will show the symbol for the deactivated irrigation device.

Activate irrigation programme

→ Press the [OK] and [MAN / SEL] keys simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.

The symbol for the deactivated irrigation programme will disappear from the display.

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Manual irrigation

The irrigation device can be started manually at any time; the preset programmes will not be affected by this.

Start manual irrigation

→ Press [MAN / SEL] key for 3 seconds.

The irrigation process will start, the display will show the symbol for the activated irrigation device.

Note: After 60 minutes, the irrigation process will end automatically.

Stop manual irrigation

→ Press [MAN / SEL] key for 3 seconds.

The irrigation process will terminate, the symbol for the activated irrigation device will disappear from the display.

Finish operation

At the end of the irrigation season

→ Turn off tap.
→ Remove the irrigation device from the water tap and the water hose.
→ Activate manual irrigation to drain the remaining water from the irrigation device.
→ Remove the battery.

Maintenance and care

Clean the filter gasket

→ Regularly remove the filter gasket from the water connection and rinse under running water.

Change the battery

Prior to each irrigation season

→ Insert a new 9V battery (type 6LR61 / Alkaline).

Note: The safety unit of the irrigation device will automatically close the valve if the battery is depleted.

If the "battery depleted" symbol appears on the display, the irrigation programme or an active irrigation process was interrupted. If the battery is replaced with 10 seconds, the set programme will be saved and reactivated upon the insertion of the new battery.

Maintenance

The appliance is maintenance-free.

Storage

→ Completely drain all water from the irrigation device.
→ Remove the battery.
→ Store the irrigation device at a dry and frost-free location.

Troubleshooting

Fault Cause Remedy
Display does not turn on.	Battery depleted. Insert a new 9V battery (type 6LR61 / Alkaline).
	Battery contacts oxi-dized.	Clean the con-tacts.
Display completely or partially dark.	Ambient temperatures too high.	Protect the irriga-tion device from high tempera-tures.
The irrigation does not take place in spite of the pro-gramming.	Water tap is closed. Open tap.
	Battery depleted. Insert a new 9V battery (type 6LR61 / Alkaline).
	Battery contacts oxi-dized.	Clean the con-tacts.
	Filter gaskets blocked. C	Clean the filter gasket.
	The irrigation process was terminated manually (the symbol for the deactivated irrigation will appear on the display).	Activate irrigation programme.
Leakage at the water connection.	Filter gasket defective.	Replace the filter gasket.
	The water connection at the water tap has become loose.	Reconnect the water connection.

Our Kärcher branch will be pleased to help you further in the case of questions or faults. See address on the reverse.

Specifications

Operating pressure 0,1 - 1 (1 - 10) MPa (bar)
Max. feed temperature 30 °C
Ambient temperature +1 -> +60 °C
Battery type 9V (6LR61 / Alkaline)

Subject to technical modifications!

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