K 3 Compact - Pressure washer Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL K 3 Compact Kärcher

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B "click"

C b a

D KXRCHER a b c "click"

E b a d c

F "click"

G a b

Yellow industrial water purifier connected to a bottle with a black arrow indicating flow direction (no text or symbols)

a b c d

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Inhalt

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Contents

General notes....9

Environmental protection 9

Intended use 9

Accessories and spare parts.... 9

Scope of delivery.... 10

Description of the device.... 10

Safety devices.... 10

Symbols on the device 10

Assembly.... 10

Initial startup.... 10

Operation 11

Transport.... 11

Storage.... 12

Care and service.... 12

Troubleshooting guide.... 12

Technical data 13

EU Declaration of Conformity.... 13

General notes

Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first

time. Proceed accordingly.

Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can a potential danger to human health and the envient. However, these components are required for correct operation of the appliance. Appliances led by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed either with the household rubbish.

Cleaning work producing in oily waste water, e.g. washing engines, washing undercarriages etc., may only be performed at washing stations with an oil separator.

Working with detergents may only be performed on watertight surfaces with connection to the waste water sewage system. Do not allow detergent to enter waterways or the soil.

Notes on the content materials (REACH)

Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Intended use

Use the high-pressure cleaner in private households only.

The high-pressure cleaner is intended for cleaning machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, façades, terraces, garden machines etc. using a high-pressure water jet.

Accessories and spare parts

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.

Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

Description of the device

The maximum amount of equipment is described in these operating instructions. Depending on the model used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see packaging).

For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page

Illustration A

① Transport wheel
② Storage for high-pressure hose and mains connection cable
③ Storage for spray lance
④ Storage for high-pressure gun
⑤ Spray lance with dirt grinder for stubborn soiling
⑥ Vario Power spray lance for common cleaning tasks: The working pressure can be continuously increased from "SOFT" to "HARD". To adjust the working pressure, release the high-pressure gun lever and turn the spray lance to the desired position. Detergent can be added to the water jet when the spray lance is turned all the way in the SOFT direction.
⑦ High-pressure gun
⑧ Clamp for the high-pressure hose
⑨ High-pressure gun lever
⑩ High-pressure gun lock
⑪ High-pressure hose
⑫ Mains connection cable with mains plug
⑬ Trigger "0/OFF" / "I/ON"
⑭ Carrying handle
⑮ Transport handle, telescoping
⑯ Coupling for high-pressure hose
⑰ Type plate
⑱ Water connection with integrated sieve
⑲Suction hose for detergent (with filter)
⑳Water connection coupling
21**Garden hose (fabric reinforced, diameter at least 1/2 inch (13 mm), length at least 7.5 m, with commercially available quick coupling)
②2 *Washing brush, suitable for working with detergents
23*Foam nozzle for powerful detergent foam
24*Detergent container
* optional, ** additionally required

Safety devices

△CAUTION

Missing or modified safety devices

Safety devices are provided for your own protection. Never modify or bypass safety devices.

Power switch

The power switch prevents unintentional operation of the device.

High-pressure gun lock

The lock locks the lever of the high-pressure gun and prevents the device from starting unintentionally.

Auto-stop function

If the lever of the high-pressure gun is released, the pressure switch turns off the pump and the high-pressure jet stops. The pump switches on again when the lever is pressed.

Symbols on the device

Do not aim the high-pressure jet may at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or the device itself.

Protect the device against frost.

The device may not be connected to the public drinking water network.

Assembly

For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page.

Fit the supplied loose parts onto the device before starting up the device.

Fitting the wheels

1. Fasten and secure the wheels to the device. Illustration B

Installing the water connection coupling

1. Screw the water connection coupling onto the water connection on the device. Illustration C

Initial startup

1. Place the device on a flat and level surface.

2. Connect the high-pressure hose to the device. a Pull out the clamp on the coupling. b Insert the high-pressure hose into the coupling. c Insert the clamp into the coupling. Illustration D

3. Connect the high-pressure hose to the high-pressure gun.

a Squeeze the clamp.
b Pull out the clamp.
c Insert the high-pressure hose.
d Press the clamp in until it latches into place. Illustration E

1. Check for a secure connection by pulling on the high-pressure hose.

2. Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.

Water supply

For the connection values, see the type plate or chapter Technical data.

Observe the water distribution company regulations.

ATTENTION

Damage through contaminated water

Contamination in the water can damage the pump and the accessories.

KÄRCHER recommends using the KÄRCHER water filter for protection(special accessory, order number 4.730-059).

Connection to the water line

ATTENTION

Hose coupling with Aquastop on the water connection of the device

Damage to the pump

Never use a hose coupling with Aquastop on the water connection of the device.

You can use an Aquastop coupling on the tap.

1. Plug the garden hose onto the water connection coupling.

2. Connect the garden hose to the water line.

3. Open the water tap fully.

Illustration F

Operation

ATTENTION

Pump running dry

Damage to the device

If pressure does not build up in the device after 2 minutes then switch the device off and proceed according to the instructions in chapter Troubleshooting guide.

High-pressure operation

ATTENTION

Damage to painted or sensitive surfaces

Surfaces can be damaged when the jet is too close to the surface or an unsuitable spray lance is used.

Maintain a minimum spray distance of 30 cm when cleaning painted surfaces.

Do not clean car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such as wood with the dirt grinder.

1. Insert a spray lance into the high-pressure gun and lock it by turning it 90°.

Illustration G

1. Switch the device on ("I/ON").

2. Unlock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

3. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun. The device switches on.

Operation with a washing brush

ATTENTION

Paint damage

Damage to surfaces through a dirty brush

Ensure that the washing brush is free from dirt or other particles before using it.

Note

The device operates at low pressure when using washing brushes. This means that detergent can be mixed with the water.

1. Insert the washing brush into the high-pressure gun and turn by 90° to fasten it.

Operation with detergent

⚠️DANGER

Failure to adhere to the safety data sheet

Incorrect handling of the detergent can seriously damage your health

Observe the safety data sheet of the detergent manufacturer, in particular the instructions on personal protective equipment.

Note

KÄRCHER detergents ensure fault-free operation. Ask us for a consultation, request our catalogue or our detergent information sheets.

1. Pull the desired length of the detergent suction hose out of the casing.

Illustration H

1. Hang the detergent suction hose in a container with detergent solution.

2. Use the Vario Power spray lance.

3. Turn the spray lance all the way in the "SOFT" direction.

The detergent solution is mixed with the water jet during operation.

1. You can optionally use the foam nozzle.

a Connect the foam nozzle to the detergent bottle. b Insert the foam nozzle into the high-pressure gun and turn by 90° to fasten it.

Illustration I

Recommended cleaning method

1. Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface and let it work for a while (do not let it dry).

2. Rinse off the loosened dirt with the high-pressure jet.

After operation with detergent

1. Flush the device with clear water for approx. 30 seconds.

Interrupting operation

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun. The device switches off when the lever is released. The high pressure in the system is retained.

2. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

Illustration J

1. Switch the device off "0/OFF" during work breaks longer than 5 minutes.

Ending operation

△CAUTION

Pressure in the system

Injuries from high-pressure water escaping uncontrollably Only disconnect the high-pressure hose from the high-pressure gun or the device when the system is fully depressurised.

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

2. Close the water tap.

3. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun for 30 seconds.

The pressure remaining in the system is discharged.

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

2. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

3. Disconnect the device from the water supply.

4. Switch off the device "0/OFF".

5. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

Transport

△CAUTION

Failure to observe the weight

Risk of injury and damage

Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.

Carrying the device

1. Lift up the device by the carrying handle, and carry it.

Pulling the device

1. Pull the transport handle out until it audibly latches into place.

2. Pull the device via the transport handle.

Transporting the device in a vehicle

1. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.

Storage

△CAUTION

Failure to observe the weight

Risk of injury and damage

Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.

Storing the device

1. Place the device on a level surface.
2. Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun.
3. Disconnect the high-pressure gun from the high-pressure hose.
4. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the device.
5. Store the high-pressure hose on the device.
6. Store the mains connection cable and accessories on the device.

Observe the additional notes before storing the device for a long period of time, see chapter Care and service.

Frost protection

ATTENTION

Danger of frost

Incompletely emptied devices can be destroyed by frost.

Completely empty the device and accessories.

Protect the device from frost.

The following requirements must be satisfied:

● The device is disconnected from the water supply.
● The high-pressure hose is removed.

1. Switch the device on "I/ON".

2. Wait for a maximum of 1 minute until no more water escapes from the high-pressure connection.

3. Switch off the device.

4. Store the device in a frost-protected room, together with all accessories.

Care and service

⚠️DANGER

Danger of electric shock

Injuries due to touching live parts

Switch off the device.

Remove the mains plug.

The device is maintenance-free, i.e. you do not need to perform any maintenance work.

Clean the sieve in the water connection

ATTENTION

Damaged sieve in the water connection

Damage to the device through contaminated water Check the sieve for damage before inserting it in the water connection.

If necessary, clean the sieve in the water connection.

1. Remove the water connection coupling.

2. Pull the sieve out using flat pliers.

3. Clean the sieve under running water.

Illustration K

1. Insert the sieve into the water connection.

Clean the detergent filter

Clean the detergent filter before longer periods of storage.

1. Pull the filter off the detergent suction hose.

2. Clean the filter under running water.

Illustration L

Troubleshooting guide

Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.

⚠️DANGER

Danger of electric shock

Injuries due to touching live parts

Switch off the device.

Remove the mains plug.

Device not running

1. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun. The device switches on.
2. Check that the voltage specified on the type plate corresponds to the voltage of the power source.
3. Check the mains connection cable for damage.

Device does not reach required pressure

The water supply is too low

1. Open the water tap fully.

2. Check the water inlet for an adequate flow rate.
   The sieve in the water connection is dirty.

3. Pull the sieve in the water connection out using flat pliers.

4. Clean the sieve under running water.

Air is in the device.

1. Vent the device:

a Switch on the device without a connected high-pressure hose for a maximum of 2 minutes until the water escaping from the high-pressure connection is free of air bubbles.
b Switch off the device.
c Connect the high-pressure hose.

Strong pressure fluctuations

1. Clean the high-pressure nozzle:
   a Use a needle to remove dirt from the nozzle drill.
   b Rinse the high-pressure nozzle from the front with water.

2. Check the water supply volume.

Device leaking

1. The device leaks a small amount for technical reasons. If the leak is severe, request authorised Customer Service.

Detergent is not sucked in

1. Use the Vario Power spray lance and turn it all the way in the "SOFT" direction.
2. Clean the filter on the detergent suction hose.
3. Check the detergent suction hose for kinks.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site.

(See overleaf for the address)

Technical data

Electrical connection
Voltage	V
Phase ~ 1
Frequency Hz 50-60
Current consumption A 6
Degree of protection IPX5
Protection class II
Power protection (slow-blowing) A 10
Water connection
Feed pressure (max.) MPa 1,2
Input temperature (max.) °C 40
Input amount (min.)	l/min	9
Device performance data
Operating pressure	MPa 8
Max. permissible pressure	MPa 12
Water flow rate	l/min	5,5
Maximum flow rate	l/min	6,3
Detergent flow rate	l/min	0,3
High-pressure gun recoil force	N	12
Dimensions and weights
Typical operating weight	kg	5,0
Length	mm	264
Width	mm	256
Height	mm	450
Determined values in acc. with EN 60335-2-79
Hand-arm vibration value	m/s ^2	< 2,5
Uncertainty K	m/s ^2	0,7
Sound pressure level L _pA	dB(A)	74
Uncertainty K _pA	dB(A)	2
Sound power level L _WA + K uncertainty _WA	dB(A)	89

Subject to technical modifications.

EU Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health require in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.

Product: High-pressure cleaner

Type: 1.676-xxx

Currently applicable EU Directives

2000/14/EC

2014/30/EU

2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)

2011/65/EU

Harmonised standards used

EN IEC 63000:2018

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN 62233: 2008

Conformity evaluation procedure used

2000/14/EC: Annex V

Sound power level dB(A)

Measured: 87

Guaranteed: 89

The undersigned act on behalf and under the power of attorney of the company management.

H. Jenner

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Ph.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Contenu

2006/42/CE (+2009/127/CE)

2011/65/EU

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Winnenden, 01.10.2020

Indice

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 01/10/2020

Inhoud

De watertoevoer is te klein

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

2006/42/CE (+2009/127/CE)

2011/65/UE

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 01/10/2020

Índice

2006/42/CE (+2009/127/CE)

2011/65/UE

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 01/10/2020

Indhold

2006/42/EF (+2009/127/EF)

2011/65/EU

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tlf.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Indhold

Generelle merknader 40

Miljøvern.... 40

⑬ Apparatbryter "0/OFF" / "I/ON"

⑭Bærehåndtak

⑮Transporthändtak, uttrekkbart

2006/42/EF (+2009/127/EF)

2011/65/EU

Anvendte harmoniserte standarder

EN IEC 63000:2018

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN 62233: 2008

2000/14/EF: Vedlegg V

Lydeffektnivå dB(A)

Målt: 87

Garantert: 89

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tlf.: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Innehåll

Allmän information 44

Miljöskydd 44

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

D-71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tfn: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 1.10.2020

Sisältö

Yleisiä ohjeita 48

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Puh.: [phone]

Winnenden, 01.10.2020

Περιεχόμενα

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tηλ.: [phone]

Φαξ: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

İçindekiler

Genel uyarılar 57

Çevre koruma 57

2006/42/AT (+2009/127/AT)

2011/65/AT

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Содержание

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Тел.: [phone]

Факс: [phone]

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Obsah

Obecné pokyny 70

2006/42/ES (+2009/127/ES)

2011/65/EU

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Kazalo

Splošna navodila 75

Zaščita okolja 75

Namenska uporaba 75

Pribor in nadomestni deli.... 75

Obseg dobave.... 75

Opis naprave 75

Varnostne naprave 75

Simboli na napravi.... 76

Montaža....76

Zagon 76

Obratovanje.... 76

Transport 77

Skladiščenje 77

2006/42/ES (+2009/127/ES)

2011/65/EU

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 1. 10. 2020

Spis treści

2006/42/WE (+2009/127/WE)

2011/65/UE

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Directive UE relevante

2000/14/UE

2014/30/UE

2006/42/UE (+2009/127/UE)

2011/65/UE

Norme armonizate aplicate

EN IEC 63000:2018

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN 62233: 2008

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germania)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Obsah

Všeobecné upozornenia 87

2006/42/ES (+2009/127/ES)

2011/65/EÚ

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 01.10.2020

Sadržaj

2006/42/EZ (+2009/127/EZ)

2011/65/EU

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Opunomoćenik za dokumentaciju:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Njemačka)

Tel.: [phone]

Telefaks: [phone]

Winnenden, 1.10.2020.

Sadržaj

Opšte napomene....95

2006/42/EZ (+2009/127/EZ)

2011/65/EU

Primenjene harmonizovane norme

EN IEC 63000:2018

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN 62233: 2008

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Lice ovlašćeno za dokumentaciju:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Съдържание

Общи указания 99

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Тел.: [phone]

Факс: [phone]

Виненден, 2020/10/01

Sisukord

Üldised juhised 104

Keskkonnakaitse 104

Toode: Körgsurvepesur

Tüüp: 1.676-xxx

2006/42/EÜ (+2009/127/EÜ)

2011/65/EL

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel: [phone]

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Saturs

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Тел.: [phone]

Факс: [phone]

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

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