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Proper Use
Use this appliance exclusively in your private house-
hold for the following non-industrial purposes:
- cleaning of machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, fa-
cades, terraces, gardening tools, etc. with a high-
pressure water jet (if required, with the addition of
detergents);
- cleaning of vehicle engines - admissible only in loca-
tions with an appropriate oil separator;
- onlyusethe appliance with accessories,spareparts,
anddetergentsthat have been approved by Kärcher.
Pleasecomply with the instructions suppliedwiththe
detergents.
Safety Instructions
The operation of the device in hazardous locations is not
admissible.
Pleasecomply with the corresponding safety instructions
ifyou use the appliance indangerareas(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 dama-
ged.
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Warning: High-pressure hoses, fittings, and couplings
areof importance for the appliance safety. Only usehigh-
pressurehoses, fittings, and couplingsrecommended by
themanufacturer.
Theappliance is not intended for use by young children or
infirmpersons without supervision.
Youngchildren should besupervisedtoensure that theydo
not play with the appliance.
The operator must use the appliance properly. He must
takethe local conditions into consideration and must pay
attentiontothirdpersons, in particular children, while wor-
king with the appliance.
Warning:Warning:
Warning:Warning:
Warning: Do not use the appliance if third persons are
withinthe reach of the appliance unless such persons wear
protectiveclothes.
Warning:Warning:
Warning:Warning:
Warning: High-pressure jets may be dan-
gerous if they are used improperly.
The jet must not be directed at people, ani-
mals, active electrical equipment, or the appliance itself.
Never direct the jet at yourself or third persons to clean
clothesor shoes.
Neverusethe appliance to spray objects containing hazar-
dous substances (e.g. asbestos).
Warning:Warning:
Warning:Warning:
Warning:Vehicle tyres/tyre valvesmay be damaged and
burstby the high-pressurejet. A firstsign is thediscolora-
tionof the tyre.Damaged vehicle tyres/tyrevalves are ha-
zardous. Always perform the cleaning with a minimum
distanceof 30 cm.
Cleaningoperations during whichoilsaturatedwaste water
is generated, such as engine cleaning and underbody
cleaning,mayonlybe performed in cleaning locations that
are equipped with an oil separator.
Ifyoucleanvarnishedsurfaces,pleaserespecta minimum
distance of 30 cm to avoid damages.
Nevertakein solvent-containing liquids or undilutedacids
andsolvents! These include, for example, benzene, paint
thinner, or heating oil. The spray is highly inflammable,
explosive,andtoxic. Do not use acetone,undiluted acids,
and solvents as they affect the materials used on the ap-
pliance.
Ifrequired, wear appropriate protective clothes and glas-
ses to protect yourself from return spray.
Neverleave the appliance unattended as long as it turned
on.
Warning:Warning:
Warning:Warning:
Warning:Thisappliance 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.
Safety Devices
Safety devices are intended to ensure the protection
from injuries and must not be modified or circumven-
ted.
Overflow Valve with Pressure Switch
When the lever located on the trigger gun is released,
the pressure switch turns off the pump, and the high-
pressure jet comes to a stop. When the lever is pulled,
the pressure switch turns the pump on again. In addi-
tion, the overflow valve ensures that the admissible
operating pressure is not exceeded.
Safety Button
The safety button located on the trigger gun ensures
that the appliance is not switched on inadvertently.
Environmental Protection
Disposal of the Packaging
The packaging materials can be recycled. Please ar-
range for the proper disposal of the packaging.
Disposal of Appliances
Thisappliancewas developed with a good recyclability
in mind. Nevertheless, it may contain components or
substances that must not be disposed in the house-
hold refuse. Please contact your Kärcher dealer for
information on how to arrange the proper disposal.
Saving Water
Using this appliance, you save up to 85% of water
compared to other cleaning methods. The appliance
can also be operated with rain water (use the water
filter4.730-097).
Easing the Burden on Waste Water
Please be sparing with detergents. Comply with the
dosagerecommendationssuppliedwiththe detergents.
Before the First Use
Assembly
Check the contents of the box when unpacking the
appliance. If you detect any transport damages, plea-
se contact your dealer.
Electrical Connection
Neverusedefect connection or extension lines!If the con-
nectionlineis damaged, it must bereplaced with a special
connectionline thatisavailablefrom the manufacturerorhis
customerservice.
Pleasemake sure that theconnectionorextensionlines are
notdamagedby being ran over, pulled or dragged. Protect
the connection lines from heat, oil, and sharp edges.