K2 Universal - Pressure washer Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL K2 Universal Kärcher

91 dB(A) EG-Konformitätserklärung Produkt: Hochdruckreiniger Typ: 1.673-xxx Einschlägige EG-Richtlinien 2006/42/EG (+2009/127/EG) 2004/108/EG 2000/14/EG 2011/65/EG Angewandte harmonisierte Normen EN 50581 EN 55014–1: 2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2011 EN 55014–2: 1997+A1: 2001+A2: 2008 EN 60335–1 EN 60335–2–79 EN 61000–3–2: 2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2009 EN 61000–3–3: 2008 EN 62233: 2008 Angewandtes Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren 2000/14/EG: Anhang V Schallleistungspegel dB(A) Gemessen: 89 Garantiert: 91 Winnenden, 2012/11/01 CEO Head of Approbation 9DE– 3 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 owners. The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrat- ed on the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for completeness when unpacking. In the event of missing accessories or any trans- port damage, please contact your dealer. This high-pressure cleaner is designed for do- mestic use only: – to clean machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, facades, terraces, garden equipment etc. us- ing a high-pressure water jet (and detergents if required). – with accessories, replacement parts and deter- gents approved by KÄRCHER. Observe the instructions provided with these detergents. The high pressure jet may not be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or at the ap- pliance itself. Protect the appli- ance against frost. Danger Immediate danger that can cause severe injury 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. 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. Please dispose your old appliances using appropriate collection systems. Notes about the ingredients (REACH) You will find current information about the ingre- dients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH The warranty terms published by the relevant sales company are applicable in each country. We will repair potential failures of your appliance within the warranty period free of charge, provid- ed that such failure is caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized Customer Service centre. Please submit the proof of purchase. (See address on the reverse) Danger Never touch the mains plug and the socket 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 safety 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. Contents General information ... EN 3 Safety instructions... EN 3 Operation ... EN 5 Transport... EN 6 Storage ... EN 6 Maintenance and care ... EN 7 Troubleshooting ... EN 7 Technical specifications ... EN 8 EC Declaration of Conformity ... EN 8 General information Scope of delivery Proper Use Symbols on the machine Symbols in the operating instructions Environmental protection Warranty Safety instructions 10 EN– 4 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 exten- sion cable must be watertight and must nev- er lay in the water. Unsuitable extension cables can be hazard- ous. Only use extension cables outdoors which have been approved for this purpose and labelled with a sufficient cable cross- section:

Always fully unroll electrical cables from the cable drum. High-pressure hoses, fixtures and couplings 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 per- sons with reduced physical, sensory or men- tal capabilities. The appliance must not be operated by chil- dren or persons who have not been instruct- ed accordingly. Children should be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance. Keep packaging film away from children - risk of suffocation! This appliance was designed to be used with detergents which are supplied or recom- mended by the manufacturer. The use of other detergents or chemicals may compro- mise the safety of the appliance. 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 oth- er persons around unless they are also wearing safety equipment. Wear protective clothing and safety goggles to protect against splash back containing water or dirt. Caution In case of extended downtimes, switch the appliance off at the main switch / appliance 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. Make sure that the power cable or extension cables are not damaged by running over, pinching, dragging or similar. Protect 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 installed in accordance with IEC 60364. The appliance may only be connected to al- ternating current. The voltage must corre- spond with the type plate on the appliance. For safety reasons, we recommend that you operate the appliance only via a earth-leak- age circuit breaker (max. 30 mA). Cleaning operations which produce oily waste water, e.g. engine washes, underbody washes, may only be carried out using wash- ing stations equipped with an oil separator. Caution Safety devices protect the user and must not be modified or bypassed. The appliance switch prevents unintentional op- eration of the appliance. This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun and prevents the inadvertent start of the appliance. Safety Devices Power switch Lock trigger gun 11EN– 5 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. Caution Create stability for the appliance prior to all work on or with the appliance to prevent accidents or damage. – The stability of the appliance is warranted when it is placed onto an even surface. Illustrations on Page 2 1 High pressure connection 2 Appliance switch "0/OFF“/ „I/ON“ 3 Storage hook for high pressure hose and mains connection cable 4 Carrying handle 5 Storage for spray lance 6 Storage for trigger gun 7 Water connection with integrated sieve 8 Detergent suction hose (with sieve) 9 Coupling element for water connection 10 Mains cable with mains plug 11 Trigger gun 12 Lock trigger gun 13 Clamp for high pressure hose 14 High pressure hose 15 Spray lance with Dirtblaster 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 Attach the carrying handle. Illustration Pull out the clamp for the high-pressure hose from the hand spray gun (e.g. a Philips screwdriver). Illustration Connect high pressure hose to trigger gun. Push the clamp in until it locks. Check the se- cure connection by pulling on the high-pres- sure hose. Illustration Screw the coupling element to the water connection on the appliance. According to the applicable regula- tions, the appliance must never be used on the drinking water supply with- out 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 sys- tem separator is considered non-drinkable. Caution Always connect the system separator to the wa- ter supply, never directly to the appliance! Note: Impurities in the water can damage the high-pressure pump and accessories. For pro- tection, the use of the KÄRCHER water filter (op- tional accessory, order no. 4.730-059) is recommended. Observe regulations of water supplier. For connection values, see type plate/technical data. Use a fibre-reinforced water hose (not in- cluded) with a standard coupling. (Minimum diameter 1/2 inch (13 mm), minimum length

Push the water supply hose onto the cou- pling unit, then connect it to the water supply. Overflow valve with pressure switch Prerequisites for the appliance's stability Operation Description of the Appliance Special accessories Before Startup Water supply Water supply from mains 12 EN– 6 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 min- utes, switch it off and proceed as instructed in the Chapter "Troubleshooting". Illustration Connect the high pressure hose to the high pressure connection of the appliance. 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”. 몇 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. Illustration 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 re- mains in the system. For particularly dirty items or areas. Not suitable for use with detergents. Caution Car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such as wood should not be cleaned with the dirt blaster, as there is a risk of damage. Please use exclusively KÄRCHER detergents and care products to carry out the respective cleaning task, as these were specifically devel- oped for your appliance. The use of other deter- gents and care products may lead to premature wear and can invalidate your warranty claims. Please obtain information at your local dealer or request information directly from KÄRCHER. Pull detergent suction hose as far as is re- quired out of the housing. Suspend end of detergent suction hose in a container filled with detergent. Detach spray lance from the trigger gun. Work only with the trigger gun. Note: This will mix the detergent with the wa- ter stream. Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry sur- face 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. Illustration Lock the lever on the trigger gun. During longer breaks (more than 5 minutes), 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. After operation with detergent: Run the ma- chine for approximately 1 minute for a clear rinse. Release the lever on the trigger gun. Turn off the appliance "0/OFF". Turn off tap. Press the lever on the trigger gun to release any remaining pressure in the system. Illustration Lock the lever on the trigger gun. Detach the appliance from the water supply. Pull out the mains plug. 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 car- ry it. 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 selecting a storage location for it (see Specifications). Start up Operation Spray lance with Dirtblaster Working with detergent Recommended cleaning method Interrupting operation Finish operation Transport When transporting by hand When transporting in vehicles Storage 13EN– 7 Prior to extended storage periods, as during the winter, also observe the instructions in the Care section. Park the machine on an even surface. Engage the spray lance in its compartment. Insert the trigger gun in its holder. Stow away the mains cable, the high-pres- sure hose and accessory on the appliance. 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 resi- dues in them. To avoid damage to them: Completely drain all water from the appli- ance: Switch the appliance on with detached high-pressure hose and detached water sup- ply (max. 1 minute) and wait, until no more water exits at the high-pressure connection. Turn off the appliance. Store the appliance and the entire accesso- ries in a frost-free room. Danger Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work. Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in the win- ter: Remove filter from suction hose for deter- gent and clean under running water. Pull out the sieve in the water connection us- ing flat-nose pliers and clean under running water. The appliance is maintenance free. Use only original KÄRCHER spare parts. You will find a list of spare parts at the end of these operating instructions. 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 au- thorised customer service. Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the device 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 dam- ages. Appliance ventilation: Switch the appliance on with the high-pressure hose detached and operate (max. 2 minutes) until the water exits the high-pressure connection without bubbles. Switch off appliance and reconnect high-pressure hose. Check the water supply. Pull out the sieve in the water connection us- ing flat-nose pliers and clean under running water. 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. Detach spray lance from the trigger gun. Work only with the trigger gun. Clean the detergent suction hose filter. Check the detergent suction hose for kinks. Storing the Appliance Frost protection Maintenance and care Care Maintenance Spare parts Troubleshooting Appliance is not running Pressure does not build up in the appliance Strong pressure fluctuations Appliance is leaking No detergent infeed 14 EN– 8 Subject to technical modifications! We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements of the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation 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 management. Authorised Documentation Representative S. Reiser Alfred Kärcher GmbH Co. KG Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40 71364 Winnenden (Germany) Phone: +49 7195 14-0 Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 Technical specifications Electrical connection Voltage 220-240 1~50/60

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