Operating instructions

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5. Insert the high-pressure hose into the high-pressure
gun until it audibly latches into place.
Note
Take care to ensure the correct alignment of the nipple.
Illustration H
6. Check for a secure connection by pulling on the
high-pressure hose.
7. 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 fil-
ter for protection(special accessory, order number
4.730-059).
Connection to the water line
ATTENTION
Hose coupling with Aquastop on the water connec-
tion 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 I
Sucking water from open containers
When used with the KÄRCHER suction hose with check
valve (special accessory, order number 2.643-100) this
high-pressure cleaner is suitable for sucking up surface
water, e.g. from rain barrels or ponds (for the maximum
suction height see chapter Technical data).
The water connection coupling is not required for vacu-
uming operation.
1. Fill the suction hose with water.
2. Screw the suction hose onto the device water con-
nection and hang it in a water source (e.g. water
butt).
Vent the device
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.
4. Allow the device for run a maximum of 2 minutes un-
til the water escaping from the high-pressure gun is
free of air bubbles.
5. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.
6. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.
Operation
ATTENTION
Pump running dry
Damage to the device
If pressure does not build up in the device after 2 min-
utes then switch the device off and proceed according
to the instructions in chapter Troubleshooting guide.
Smart Control System
The "+/-" buttons on the high-pressure gun can be used
to select the pressure and detergent dosing levels. The
spray type can be changed by turning the 3-in-1 multi jet
spray lance.
Note
The sensitivity of materials can vary greatly depending
on age and condition. The recommendations are there-
fore not binding.
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.
Flat jet nozzle
Pressure
level
Display Recommended for e.g.
Stone terraces, asphalt,
metal surfaces, garden
utensils (wheelbarrow,
spade, etc.)
Cars / motorcycles, brick
surfaces, plastered
walls, plastic furniture
Wooden surfaces, bicy-
cle, sandstone surfaces,
rattan furniture
Dirt grinder
Pressure
level
Display Recommended for e.g.
For particularly stubborn
dirt on stone terraces,
asphalt, metal surfaces,
garden utensils (wheel-
barrow, spade, etc.)
Detergent nozzle
Pressure
level
Display Recommended for e.g.
Operation with deter-
gent. Dosing the deter-
gent concentration as
needed