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

USER MANUAL K 3 Classic Kärcher

Yellow KARCHER water purifier with black hoses and control knobs (no visible text or symbols on body)

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A

Labeled diagram of a KARCHER water heater system with numbered parts and component annotations

B CLICK

C b a

D KARCHER a b c CLICK

E b a d c

F CLICK a b

G a b

Yellow industrial water purifier connected to a white plastic bottle with a red downward arrow (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a yellow fuel nozzle with black handle and red arrow indicating downward motion (no text or symbols)

Diagram illustrating car tire repair process with labeled components and water droplet behavior

K Red Arrow Blue Dips Battery

Inhalt

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Contents

General notes....9

Environmental protection....9

Intended use....9

Accessories and spare parts 9

Scope of delivery....9

Device description 9

Safety devices 10

Symbols on the device 10

Mounting.... 10

Initial startup 10

Operation.... 10

Transport 11

Storage.... 11

Care and service 11

Troubleshooting guide.... 12

Warranty 12

Technical data 12

EU Declaration of Conformity.... 12

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 devices contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can

pose a potential danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by

this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together 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.

Device description

For the figures, please refer to the graphics page Illustration A

①Transport wheel

② Storage for high-pressure gun

③ Storage for spray lance

④ Storage for high-pressure hose / mains connection cable

⑤ Spray lance 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 trigger 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 connecting / disconnecting 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 Transport handle, extendable
15 High-pressure connection
⑯ Type plate
⑰ Water connection with integrated sieve
⑱ Detergent suction hose
⑲ Coupling for the water connection
20*Garden hose (fabric reinforced, diameter at least 1/2 inch (13 mm), length at least 7.5 m, with commercially available quick coupling)

* additionally required

Safety devices

△CAUTION

Missing or modified safety devices!

Safety devices are provided for your own protection. Do not bypass, remove or render ineffective any 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.

Mounting

For the figures, please refer to the graphics page. Fit the supplied loose parts onto the device before starting up the device.

Installing the wheels

1. Install the wheels on the device so that they latch into place.

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. Unwind the high-pressure hose and eliminate any loops and twists.
3. Connect the high-pressure hose to the device.
   a Pull up the clamp on the coupling.
   b Insert the high-pressure hose into the coupling.
   c Press down the clamp on the coupling.

Illustration D

1. 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.

Illustration F

1. Open the water tap fully.

Operation

ATTENTION

Dry running of pump

Damage to the device

If the device does not build up any pressure within 2 minutes, switch off the device 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 blaster.

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 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.

Note

Detergent can only be mixed into the jet at low pressure.

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 into the "SOFT" position.

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

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 I

3. 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 still remaining in the system is released.

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 outlet.

Transport

△CAUTION

Failure to observe the weight

Risk of injury and damage

Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.

Pulling device

1. Pull out the transport handle until it audibly engages.

2. Pull the device by 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 high-pressure hose from the high-pressure gun.
3. Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun.
4. Stow both spray lances and the high-pressure gun in the appropriate storage options.
5. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the device.
6. Store the high-pressure hose on the device.
7. Stow the mains connection cable on the device.

Observe the additional notes before storing the device for a longer 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 coupling from the water connection.

2. Pull out the sieve with a pair of flat pliers.

3. Clean the sieve under running water.

Illustration J

1. Insert the sieve into the water connection.

2. Screw the coupling onto 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 K

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.

3. Check the setting at the spray lance.

The sieve in the water connection is dirty.

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

2. Clean the sieve under running water.

Illustration J

Air is in the device.

1. Vent the device:

a Switch on the device without a connected spray lance for a maximum of 2 minutes.

b Press the high-pressure gun and wait until the water escaping from the high-pressure gun is free of air bubbles.

c Connect the spray lance.

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.

1. 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 sales company responsible apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your device 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 1

Water connection

Feed pressure (max.)	MPa	1,2
Input temperature (max.)	°C	40
Input amount (min.)	l/min	8

Device performance data

Operating pressure	MPa	8,0
Max. permissible pressure	MPa	12,0
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/s2	<2,5
Uncertainty K	m/s2	0,7
Sound pressure level LpA	dB(A)	74
Uncertainty KpA	dB(A)	2
Sound power level LWA + uncertainty KWA	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 requirements 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

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

2011/65/EU

2014/30/EU

Harmonised standards used

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 62233: 2008

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN IEC 63000: 2018

Applied conformity evaluation method

2000/14/EG: Annex V

Sound power level dB(A)

Measured: 87

Guaranteed: 89

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority 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, 2021/02/01

Contenu

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

2011/65/UE

2014/30/UE

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 01/02/2021

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

2011/65/UE

2014/30/UE

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 01/02/2021

Índice

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

2011/65/UE

2014/30/UE

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 01/02/2021

Inhoud

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

İçindekiler

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

2011/65/AB

2014/30/AB

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Innehåll

Allmän information.... 38

Miljöskydd.... 38

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

D-71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tfn: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021-02-01

Sisältö

Yleisiä ohjeita 42

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Puh.: [phone]

2000/14/EF: Vedlegg V

Lydeffektnivå dB(A)

Målt: 87

Garantert: 89

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tlf.: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Indhold

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

2011/65/EU

2014/30/EU

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tlf.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Sisukord

Üldised juhised 54

Keskkonnakaitse 54

Toode: Körgsurvepesur

Tüüp: 1.676-xxx

2006/42/EÜ (+2009/127/EÜ)

2011/65/EL

2014/30/EL

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Saturs

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

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

2011/65/UE

2014/30/UE

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Obsah

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

2011/65/EU

2014/30/EU

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Obsah

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

2011/65/EÚ

2014/30/EÚ

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 01.02.2021

Kazalo

Splošna navodila 82

Zaščita okolja 83

Namenska uporaba.... 83

Pribor in nadomestni deli.... 83

Obseg dobave.... 83

Opis naprave.... 83

Varnostne naprave 83

Simboli na napravi.... 83

Montaža 83

Zagon 84

Obratovanje.... 84

Transport.... 84

Skladiščenje 85

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

2011/65/EU

2014/30/EU

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Winnenden, 1. 2. 2021

Cuprins

Directive UE relevante

2000/14/UE

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

2011/65/UE

2014/30/UE

Norme armonizate aplicate

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 62233: 2008

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN201-000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN IEC 63000: 2018

H. Jenner Chairman of the Board of Management

71364 Winnenden (Germania)

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

Sadržaj

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

2011/65/EU

2014/30/EU

Primijenjene uskladene norme

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 62233: 2008

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 6200243-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN IEC 63000: 2018

H. Jenner
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, 01.02.2021.

Sadržaj

Opšte napomene....95

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

2011/65/EU

2014/30/EU

Primenjene harmonizovane norme

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 62233: 2008

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN IEC 63000: 2018 220-240

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, 2021/02/01

Περιεχόμενα

Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tηλ.: [phone]

Φαξ: [phone]

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

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Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Тел.: [phone]

Факс: [phone]

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, 2021/02/01

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Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Тел.: [phone]

Факс: [phone]

Виненден, 2021/02/01

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