Kärcher K 2.08 User manual

PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE
K 2.08
Operating Instructions
PRESSURE WASHER
5.961-372 02/05/2009886

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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 e cellent 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
OR
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
3.1 Contents
3.2 Water Connection
3.3 E ectrica Connection
3.4 Suction Mode
3.5 Detergent
4. OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
4.1 High Pressure Operation
4.2 Low Pressure Operation Without Brush
4.3 Low Pressure Operation With Brush
4.4 End Of Operation
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
 arden 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
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/ ardena type) to match the coupling
on the machine (hose and connector not supplied).

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Connection
Never use defect connection or e tension 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 e tension 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 e tension line must not
lie in the water.
All current-carrying components within the working area must be
jet-proof.
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 ma . 30 mA).
Warning: Inappropriate e tension lines may be dangerous. If you
work outside, only use e tension lines that are approved and specifi-
cally labelled and provide of a sufficient conductor cross section:
1 to 10 m: 1.5 mm² 10 to 30 m: 2.5 mm²
The plug and the coupling of an e tension line must be waterproof.
Always unwind the e tension line completely from the cable drum.

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Safety Instructions
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, high-
pressure 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.
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.

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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 e ample, benzene, paint thinner, or
heating oil. The spray is highly inflammable, e plosive, and to ic. 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.
Warning: This appliance has been developed for the use of
detergents that are supplied or recommended by the manufacturer.
The use of other detergents or chemicals may affect the safety of the
appliance.
Environmental protction
Disposal of the packaging
The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not
place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal,
but arrange for the proper recycling.
Disposal of the old appliance
Old appliances contain valuable materials that can be
recycled. Please arrange for the proper recycling of old
appliances. Batteries, oil, and similar substances must
ünot enter the environment. Please dispose of your old
appliances using appropriate collection systems.

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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.
1 Carry Handle
2 On/Off Switch
3 High Pressure Outlet
4 Inlet Water Connection (with Strainer
5 Hosepipe Connector
6a High Pressure Lance
6b Dirtblaster Lance
7 High Pressure Hose
8 Safety Lock Device
9 Spray Gun with Built-in
Low Pressure Jet
10 Mains Electric Lead with Plug
11 Detergent Bottle
12 Detergent Suction Tube
Assembly see Page 19
Assembly
see Page 19

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Please follow these instructions carefully for
troublefree cleaning
Use the diagram on Page 8 for reference purposes
3.2 Water Connection
 The minimum length of supply hosepipe advised for ma imum user
convenience is 7.5 metres with a diameter of 12.5 mm (1/2") to avoid
backpressure and any associated potential damage to your machine.
 Attach your supply hosepipe with its connector to the coupling on the
machine (No.5) and the other end should be connected to a suitable
water supply
3.3 Electrical Connection
 Ensure the Power Switch (No.2) is in the OFF position before
connecting the factory fitted Plug attached to the Mains Electric Lead
(No.10) into an earthed socket.
If using an Extension Cable make sure it is completely unwound
from the cable drum and is the correct diameter.

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3.4 Detergent
Only cleaning agents recommended by Karcher (UK) Ltd.
should be used. Unsuitable detergents could damage your
Pressure Washer and the object being cleaned.
Recommended Detergents
1. The following cleaning agent may be used undiluted:
(But further dilution is practical but trial before application)
Universal Cleaner .............................. Profi RM 555 ASF
2. The following cleaning agents are available as concentrate
and must be diluted with 9 parts of water (1 : 9) before use:
Universal Cleaner .............................. Profi RM 555 ULTRA
Automotive Cleaner ........................... Profi RM 565 ULTRA
House & Garden Cleaner .................. Profi RM 570 ULTRA
Boat Cleaner ..................................... Profi RM 575 ULTRA
3. Detergent tablets are also available from some stores
Karcher Clean Tabs (10 tablets per bo )
10 Tablets dissolved in clean water provide 5 litres of cleaning
detergent.