Karcher K 6.50 MB User Manual

K 6.50 MB

5.960-709 04/03/2004284

650 MB

PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A KARCHER

PRESSURE WASHER

PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE.

WHAT IS A PRESSURE WASHER?

A Pressure Washer is essentially a powerful electric motor driving a set of pistons that force water through a small nozzle, thus creating a pressurised jet of water. This provides the cleaning power behind the Karcher Pressure Washer.

A Karcher Pressure Washer can be used for an endless list of applications around the home and garden. It provides an efficient, economical and labour saving way of cleaning with excellent results.

All Karcher domestic pressure washers are designed to run from a suitable cold water supply although some models will accept a water inlet temperature of between 40 °C and 60 °C.

Environmental Comment - Save water with high pressure.

The Karcher Pressure Washer is environmentally friendly enabling you to reduce your water consumption compared to a normal garden hose. A definite advantage with a metered water supply

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with the added benefit of suction mode, water can be drawn from an open container such as a water butt.

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INDEX

1.APPLICATIONS

2.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

3.GETTING STARTED

3.1Contents

3.2Water Connection

3.3Electrical Connection

3.4Suction Mode

3.5Detergent

4.OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

4.1High Pressure Operation

4.2Low Pressure Operation Without Brush

4.3Low Pressure Operation With Brush

4.4End Of Operation

4.5Storage

5.IMPORTANT – CARE AND MAINTENANCE

6.ACCESSORIES / SPARE PARTS

7.PROBLEM CHECKLIST / TROUBLESHOOTING

8.HELP - LINE

9.TECHNICAL DATA

10.ASSEMBLY

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1. APPLICATIONS

The main applications for this product are DOMESTIC cleaning tasks:

•Cars, motorbikes, caravans, boats and bicycles

•Patio’s, fences, garden walls, pathways, driveways and house facades – particularly useful for cleaning block driveways

•Removal of algae and moss from roofs, brickwork and guttering

•Garden tools and machinery, furniture and barbecues

•Hygienic cleaning of animal pens and their surroundings

With the addition of Karcher accessories, the list

continues .............

•Clearing blocked drains and pipes

•Removal of old paint and rust from garden furniture and gates

•Spraying insecticide onto trees, plants and lawns

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE STARTING UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER PLEASE CHECK YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

We recommend you purchase these items from a reputable store

•RCD plug and socket that will interrupt electrical supply in an emergency.

•A typical garden hose (minimum length 7.5 metres) with suitable hose connection (Hoselock/Gardena type) to match the coupling on the machine (hose and connector not supplied).

•The mains voltage and supply indicated on the Rating Plate of the machine corresponds with that of the power source.

•The insulation of the supply cable is not damaged.

•Only earthed sockets should be used.

•If you are using an extension cable it must be completely unwound from the cable drum and be the correct diameter:

10 metre length of cable should have a cross section of 1.5 mm² 30 metre length of cable should have a cross section of 2.5 mm²

Safety Assurance

As an added precaution, your pressure washer is fitted with a safety locking device on the Spray Gun.

AFTER USE, ALWAYS REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE SOCKET BEFORE CLEANING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

!Never use defect connection or extension lines! If the connection line is damaged, it must be replaced with a special connection line that is available from the manufacturer or his customer service.

!Please make sure that the connection or extension lines are not damaged by being ran over, pulled or dragged. Protect the connection lines from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

!Never touch the mains plug and the socket with wet hands.

!The connection between connection line and extension line must not lie in the water.

!All current-carrying components within the working area must be jetproof.

!The appliance may only be connected to an electrical connection that was performed by an electrician according to IEC 60364.

!Only connect the appliance to alternating current. The voltage must comply with the voltage specified on the typeplate.

!To avoid electric accidents, we recommend to use sockets with a series connected residual current operated device (rated breaking current max. 30 mA).

!Warning: Inappropriate extension lines may be dangerous. If you work outside, only use extension lines that are approved and specifically labelled and provide of a sufficient conductor cross section (see page 5).

!The plug and the coupling of an extension line must be waterproof.

!Always unwind the extension line completely from the cable drum.

!The operation of the device in hazardous locations is not admissible.

!Please comply with the corresponding safety instructions if you use the appliance in danger areas (e.g. filling stations).

!Do not turn on the appliance if the power supply line or important components of the appliance, such as safety components, highpressure hoses, spray jet, are damaged.

!Warning: High-pressure hoses, fittings, and couplings are of importance for the appliance safety. Only use high-pressure hoses, fittings, and couplings recommended by the manufacturer.

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!The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

!The operator must use the appliance properly. He must take the local conditions into consideration and must pay attention to third persons, in particular children, while working with the appliance.

!Warning: Do not use the appliance if third persons are within the reach of the appliance unless such persons wear protective clothes.

!Warning: High-pressure jets may be dangerous if they are used improperly. The jet must not be directed at people, animals, active electrical equipment, or the appliance itself.

!Never direct the jet at yourself or third persons to clean clothes or shoes.

!Never use the appliance to spray objects containing hazardous substances (e.g. asbestos).

!Warning: Vehicle tyres/tyre valves may be damaged and burst by the high-pressure jet. A first sign is the discoloration of the tyre. Damaged vehicle tyres/tyre valves are hazardous. Always perform the cleaning with a minimum distance of 30 cm.

!Cleaning operations during which oil saturated waste water is generated, such as engine cleaning and underbody cleaning, may only be performed in cleaning locations that are equipped with an oil separator.

!If you clean varnished surfaces, please respect a minimum distance of 30 cm to avoid damages.

!Never take in solvent-containing liquids or undiluted acids and solvents! These include, for example, benzene, paint thinner, or heating oil. The spray is highly inflammable, explosive, and toxic. Do not use acetone, undiluted acids, and solvents as they affect the materials used on the appliance.

!If required, wear appropriate protective clothes and glasses to protect yourself from return spray.

!Never leave the appliance unattended as long as it turned on.

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3. GETTING STARTED

3.1 Contents

Upon opening the carton,

if you do not have all the items as detailed please contact the Customer Helpline.

Assembly

see Page 21

Assembly see Page 21

1	Transport Bracket					10		Detergent Dosing Valve
2	High Pressure Hose Reel							and Suction Tube with Filter
3	High Pressure Outlet					11		Detergent Tank
4	Power Switch (On/Off)					12		Spray Gun
5	Mains Electric Lead with Plug					13		Safety Lock Device
6	Mains Lead Storage					14		High Pressure Hose
7	Support Leg					15		Pressure Gauge
8	Inlet Water Connection (with Strainer)					16		Spray Lance with Pressure Regulator
9	Hosepipe Connector					17		Wash Brush

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