Kärcher K 2.97 M User manual

Operating
Instructions
Before first use of the
unit read these operating
instructions and act in
accordance with them.
K 2.900 M
5.962-499.0 (01/09)

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Dear Customer,
Please read and comply with
these original operating instruc-
tions prior to the initial operation of your ap-
pliance and store them for later use or
subsequent owners.
Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe
injury or even death.
몇Warning
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to severe injury or even death.
Caution
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to mild injury to persons or damage to
property.
This high-pressure cleaner is designed for
domestic use only:
–to clean machines, vehicles, buildings,
tools, facades, terraces, garden equip-
ment etc. using a high-pressure water
jet (and detergents if required).
–with accessories, replacement parts
and detergents approved by KÄRCH-
ER. Observe the instructions provided
with these detergents.
The packaging material can be recy-
cled. Please do not place the packag-
ing into the ordinary refuse for
disposal, but arrange for the proper
recycling.
Old appliances contain valuable ma-
terials that can be recycled. Please
arrangefortheproperrecyclingofold
appliances. Please dispose your old
appliances using appropriate collec-
tion systems.
The high pressure hose is specially con-
structed with reinforced walls to handle wa-
terpressureupto11MPa(1600 psi) -itcan
be easily damaged and should be stored
carefully.
Do not kink.
Do not drive vehicles over the hose.
Do not expose the hose to sharp edges
or corners.
Misuse will lead to ballooning or premature
failure and will invalidate warranty.
Caution
Safety devices protect the user and must
not be modified or bypassed.
The appliance switch prevents unintention-
al operation of the appliance.
This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun
and prevents the inadvertent start of the ap-
pliance.
If the lever on the trigger gun is released
the pressure switch turns off the pump, the
high-pressure jet ist stopped. If the lever is
pulled the pump is turned on again.
Contents
General information 2
Safety instructions 3
Operation 4
Maintenance and care 7
Troubleshooting 8
Helpline 8
Technical specifications 9
CE declaration 9
Assembly 10
Spare Parts 11
General information
Hazard levels
Proper Use
Environmental protection
High pressure hose
Safety Devices
Power switch
Lock trigger gun
Overflow valve with pressure switch

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Danger
Never touch the mains plug and the
socket with wet hands.
The appliance must not be used if the
power cord or important parts of the ap-
pliance, e.g. high-pressure hoses, trig-
ger gun or safety devices are damaged.
Check the power cord and mains plug
for damage before every use. If the
powercordisdamaged,please arrange
for it to be replaced immediately by an
authorised repair agent or a skilled
electrician
Check the high-pressure hose for dam-
age before every use. Please arrange
for the immediate replacement of a
damaged high-pressure hose.
Theappliancemaynotbeused inareas
where a risk of explosion is present.
If the appliance is used in hazardous ar-
eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-
sponding safety provisions must be
observed.
High-pressure jets can be
dangerous if improperly
used. The jet must not be
directed at persons, ani-
mals, live electrical equipment or at the
appliance itself.
The high-pressure jet must not be di-
rected at other persons or directed by
the user at him/herself to clean clothing
or footwear.
Never use the appliance to clean ob-
jects containing hazardous substances
(e.g. asbestos).
Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are suscep-
tible to damage from the high-pressure
jet and may burst. The first indication of
this is a discolouration of the tyre. Dam-
aged vehicle tyres/tyre valves are high-
ly dangerous. Ensure that a distance of
at least 30 cm is observed when clean-
ing with the jet!
Neverdrawinfluidscontainingsolvents
or undiluted acids and solvents! This in-
cludes petrol, paint thinner and heating
oil. The spray mist thus generated is
highly inflammable, explosive and poi-
sonous. Do not use acetone, undiluted
acids and solvents as they are damag-
ing to the materials from which the ap-
pliance is made.
몇Warning
The mains plug and the coupling of an
extension cable must be watertight and
must never lay in the water.
Unsuitable extension cables can be
hazardous. Only use extension cables
outdoorswhichhavebeenapprovedfor
this purpose and labelled with a suffi-
cient cable cross-section:
1 - 10 m: 1.5 mm2; 10 - 30 m: 2.5 mm2
Alwaysfullyunrollelectricalcablesfrom
the cable drum.
High-pressure hoses, fixtures and cou-
plings are important for the safety of the
appliance. Only use high-pressure hos-
es, fixtures and couplings recommend-
ed by the manufacturer.
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities.
The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been
instructed accordingly.
Children should be supervised to pre-
vent them from playing with the appli-
ance.
The operator must use the appliance
correctly. When working with the appli-
ance, he must consider the local condi-
tions and pay due care and attention to
other persons, in particular children,
who are nearby.
Do not use the appliance when there
are other persons around unless they
are also wearing safety equipment.
Wear protective clothing and safety
goggles to protect against splash back
containing water or dirt.
Safety instructions

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Caution
Do not operate the appliance at temper-
atures below 0 °C.
Observe a distance of at least 30 cm
when using the jet to clean painted sur-
faces to avoid damaging paintwork.
Never leave the appliance unattended
when it is in operation.
Make sure that the power cable or ex-
tension cables are not damaged by run-
ning over, pinching, dragging or similar.
Protect the power cable from heat, oil,
and sharp edges.
All current-conducting parts in the work-
ing area must be protected against jet
water.
The appliance may only be connected
to an electrical supply which has been
installed in accordance with IEC 60364.
The appliance may only be connected
to alternating current. The voltage must
correspond with the type plate on the
appliance.
Forsafetyreasons,werecommendthat
you operate the appliance only via a
earth-leakage circuit breaker (max.
30 mA).
Cleaning operations which produce oily
waste water, e.g. engine washes, un-
derbody washes, may only be carried
out using washing stations equipped
with an oil separator.
This appliance was designed to be
used with detergents which are sup-
plied or recommended by the manufac-
turer. The use of other detergents or
chemicals may compromise the safety
of the appliance.
The scope of delivery of your appliance is il-
lustrated on the packaging. Check the con-
tents of the appliance for completeness
when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any
transport damage, please contact your dealer.
Illustrations on Page 5
1 High pressure connection
2 Suction hose for detergent
3 Appliance switch "0/OFF“/ „I/ON“
4 Storage for high-pressure hose
5 Carrying handle
6 Transport handle, adjustable height
7 Storage for spray lance
8 Storage for trigger gun
9 Mains cable with mains plug
10 Water connection
11 Bearing wheel
12 Coupling element for water connection
13 Trigger gun
14 Lock trigger gun
15 High pressure hose
16 Clamp for high pressure hose
17 Spray lance with Dirtblaster
18 Spray lance with pressure regulation
(Vario Power)
19 Washing brush
Specialaccessoriesexpandthepossibilities
ofusingyourappliance.Pleasecontactyour
KÄRCHER dealer for further information.
Illustrations on Page 5
ÎIllustration
Pull out the clamp for the high-pressure
hose from the trigger gun (e.g. a small
screwdriver).
ÎIllustration
Connect high pressure hose to trigger
gun.
Push the clamp in until it locks. Check
the secure connection by pulling on the
high-pressure hose.
Operation
Description of the Appliance
Special accessories
Before Startup

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Assembly
see page 10

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Assemble appliance as shown on page 10
ÎIllustration
Mount loose parts delivered with appli-
ance prior to start-up.
According to the applicable regula-
tions, the appliance must never be
used on the drinking water supply
without a system separator. Use a
suitablesystemseparatormanufacturedby
KÄRCHER; or, as an alternative, a system
separatorasper EN12729Type BA.Water
flowing through a system separator is con-
sidered non-drinkable.
Note: Impurities in the water can damage
the high-pressure pump and accessories.
For protection, the use of the KÄRCHER
water filter (optional accessory, order no.
4.730-059) is recommended.
Observe regulations of water supplier.
For connection values, see type plate/tech-
nical data.
ÎUse a fibre-reinforced water hose (not
included) with a standard coupling.
(Minimum diameter 1/2 inch (13 mm),
minimum length 7.5 m).
ÎScrew the coupling unit (supplied) to
the water connection on the appliance.
ÎPush the water supply hose onto the
coupling unit, then connect it to the wa-
ter supply.
Caution
Never operate the high-pressure cleaner
whenthetap isturnedoff asdryrunningwill
damage the high-pressure pump.
ÎConnect the high pressure hose to the
high pressure connection of the appli-
ance.
ÎPush the spray lance intothe trigger gun
and fasten it by turning it through 90°.
ÎCompletely open the water tap.
ÎInsert the mains plug into the socket.
ÎTurn on the appliance “I/ON”.
몇Danger
The trigger gun is subjected to a recoil force
when the water jet is discharged. Make sure
thatyouhave a firm footing and are alsohold-
ing the trigger gun and spray lance firmly.
ÎUnlock the lever on the trigger gun.
ÎPull on the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch on.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun;
the device will switch off again. High pres-
sure remains in the system.
Carrying out the most common cleaning
tasks. The work pressure can be stageless-
ly regulated between "Min" and "Max".
ÎRelease the lever on the trigger gun.
ÎTurn the spray lance to the desired po-
sition.
For particularly dirty items or areas.
Not suitable for use with detergents.
Suitable for use with detergents.
Please use exclusively KÄRCHER deter-
gents and care products to carry out the re-
spective cleaning task, as these were
specifically developped for your appliance.
The use of other detergents and care prod-
ucts may lead to premature wear and can
invalidate your warranty claims. Please ob-
tain information at your local dealer or re-
quest information directly from KÄRCHER.
ÎPull detergent suction hose as far as is
required out of the housing.
ÎSuspend end of detergent suction hose
in a container filled with detergent.
ÎUse spray lance with pressure regula-
tion (Vario Power).
ÎTurn the spray lance to "Mix" position.
Note: This will mix the detergent with
the water stream.
Water supply
Water supply from mains
Start up
Operation
Spray lance with pressure regulation
Spray lance with Dirtblaster
Washing brush
Working with detergent

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ÎSpray the detergent sparingly on the dry
surfaceandallowit to react, butnottodry.
ÎSpray off loosened dirt with the high-
pressure jet.
ÎRelease the lever on the trigger gun.
ÎLock the lever on the trigger gun.
ÎDuring longer breaks (more than 5 min-
utes), also turn the appliance off using
the "0/OFF" switch.
ÎInsert the trigger gun in its holder.
Caution
Only separate the high-pressure hose from
the trigger gun or the appliance while there
is no pressure in the system.
ÎAfter working with detergent, suspend
detergent suction hose in a container
filled with clear water, switch the appli-
ance on for around 1 minute once the
spray lance has been removed and
rinse until water runs clear.
ÎRelease the lever on the trigger gun.
ÎTurn off the appliance "0/OFF".
ÎTurn off tap.
ÎDetach the appliance from the water
supply.
ÎPress the lever on the trigger gun to re-
lease any remaining pressure in the
system.
ÎLock the lever on the trigger gun.
ÎPull out the mains plug.
ÎSee page 10, Illustration
Stow away the mains cable, the high-
pressure hose and accessory at the ap-
pliance.
Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
Danger
Turn off the appliance and remove the
mains plug prior to any care and mainte-
nance work.
The appliance is maintenance-free.
Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in
the winter:
ÎCompletely drain all water from the ap-
pliance: Switch the appliance on with
detached high-pressure hose and de-
tached water supply (max. 1 minute)
andwait,untilno morewaterexitsatthe
high-pressure connection. Turn off the
appliance.
ÎRemove filter from suction hose for de-
tergent and clean under running water.
ÎPull out the sieve in the water connec-
tion using flat-nose pliers and clean un-
der running water.
Caution
Protect the appliance and its accessories
against frost.
The appliance and its accessories can get
destroyed through frost if there are any wa-
ter residues in them. To avoid damage to
them:
ÎStore the appliance and the entire ac-
cessories in a frost-safe room.
Use only original KÄRCHER spare parts.
You will find a list of spare parts at the end
of these operating instructions.
Recommended cleaning method
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
Maintenance and care
Maintenance
Storage
Frost protection
Spare parts

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You can rectify minor faults yourself with
the help of the following overview.
If in doubt, please consult the authorized
customer service.
Danger
Turn off the appliance and remove the mains
plug prior to any care and maintenance work.
Repairworksmay onlybeperformedbythe
authorized customer service.
ÎPull on the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch on.
ÎCheckwhetherthevoltage indicated on
the type plate corresponds to the volt-
age of the mains supply.
ÎCheck the mains connection cable for
damages.
ÎCheck setting at the spray lance.
ÎAppliance ventilation: Switch the appli-
ance on with the high-pressure hose de-
tached and operate until the water flows
through the high-pressure connection
without bubbles. Switch off appliance
and reconnect high-pressure hose.
ÎCheck the water supply.
ÎPull out the sieve in the water connec-
tion using flat-nose pliers and clean un-
der running water.
ÎClean high-pressure nozzle: Remove
dirt and debris from the nozzle bore, us-
ing a needle and rinse through with wa-
ter from the front.
ÎCheck water flow quantity.
ÎSlightleakagefromthe appliance pump
is normal. If the leakage increases con-
tact the authorized customer service.
ÎUse spray lance with pressure regula-
tion (Vario Power).
Turn the spray lance to "Mix" position.
ÎClean the detergent suction hose filter.
ÎCheck the detergent suction hose for
kinks.
KÄRCHER UK Limited operate a helpline
allowing customers to discuss any prob-
lems experienced with our products.
The helpline operates during normal busi-
ness hours and may be busy at peak peri-
ods.Ifyouhavedifficulty getting through we
would ask that you try to contact us again
later in the day.
The helpline number is 01295 752200,
open from 8.30am to 5.00pm
Monday to Friday.
It helps us if you have the model number
and data plate details to hand before mak-
ing your call so that we can assist you with
your query more effectively.
Alternatively you may write to us at the
address below:
KÄRCHER UK Ltd
Kärcher House
Beaumont Road
Banbury
Oxon, OX16 1TB
or E-mail us:
[email protected]
The warranty terms published by the rele-
vant sales company are applicable in each
country. We will repair potential failures of
your appliance within the warranty period
free of charge, provided that such failure is
caused by faulty material or defects in man-
ufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim
please contact your dealer or the nearest
authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
Troubleshooting
Appliance is not running
Pressure does not build up in the appliance
Strong pressure fluctuations
Appliance is leaking
No detergent infeed
Helpline
Warranty

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Subject to technical modifications!
We hereby declare that the machine de-
scribed below complies with the relevant
basic safety and health requirements of the
EU Directives, both in its basic design and
construction as well as in the version put
into circulation by us. This declaration shall
cease to be valid if the machine is modified
without our prior approval.
The undersigned act on behalf and under
the power of attorney of the company man-
agement.
Alfred Kärcher GmbH Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40
D - 71364 Winnenden
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical specifications
Power connection
Voltage 220-240
1~50/60 V Hz
Connected load 1,4 kW
Mains fuse (slow-blow) 13 A
Protective class II
Protection class IP X5
Water connection
Max. feed temperature 40 °C
Min. feed volume 8I/min
Feed pressure 0,2-1,2 MPa
Performance data
Working pressure 8 MPa
Max. permissible pressure 11 MPa
Water flow rate 5,5 I/min
Detergent flow rate 0,4 I/min
Recoil force of trigger gun 10 N
Hand-arm vibration
(ISO 5349) 0,8 m/s2
Sound pressure level
LpA (EN60704-1) 76 dB(A)
Sound power level
LWA (2000/14/EG) 90 dB(A)
Dimensions
Length 303 mm
Width 224 mm
Height 555 mm
Weight 5 kg
CE declaration
Product: High-pressure cleaner
Type: 1.671-xxx
Relevant EU Directives
98/37/EC
2006/95/EC
2004/108/EC
2000/14/EC
Applied harmonized standards
EN 50366: 2003 + A1: 2006
EN 55014–1: 2006
EN 55014–2: 1997 + A1: 2001
EN 60335–1
EN 60335–2–79
EN 61000–3–2: 2000 + A2: 2005
EN 61000–3–3: 1995+ A1: 2001 + A2: 2005
Applied conformity evaluation method
Appendix V
Sound power level dB(A)
Measured: 89
Guaranteed: 90
CEO Head of Approbation

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Assembly

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Spare Parts