Kärcher PS 4/7 BP User manual

WARNING:
This product and accessories may contain a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
For more information about this regulation: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Read these instructions before using the machine.
86390170-L
02/07/18
Operating instructions (ENG)
MODELS:
TD12V120
1.007-082.0

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Machine Data Label
Overview
This appliance is used to spray disinfecting solution on areas.
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For customer assistance:
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Table of Contents
Machine Data Label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . .5
HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Operation
Technical Details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Controls/Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Pre-Run Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Using the Sprayer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Emptying and Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Maintenance
Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cleaning Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Monthly Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Pump Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Parts
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Battery and Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Accumulator and Pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Shell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Handle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Sprayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Suggested Spare Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Serial Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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How To Use This Manual
This manual contains the following sections:
• How to Use This Manual
•Safety
• Operations
• Maintenance
• Parts List
The HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL section will tell you
how to find important information for ordering correct
repair parts.
Parts may be ordered from authorized dealers. When
placing an order for parts, the machine model and
machine serial number are important. Refer to the
MACHINE DATA box which is filled out during the
installation of your machine. The MACHINE DATA box
is located on the inside of the front cover of this manual.
The model and serial number of your machine is
located on the bottom of the machine.
The SAFETY section contains important information
regarding hazardous or unsafe practices of the
machine. Levels of hazards are identified that could
result in product damage, personal injury, or severe
injury resulting in death.
The OPERATIONS section is to familiarize the operator
with the operation and function of the machine.
The MAINTENANCE section contains preventive main-
tenance to keep the machine and its components in
good working condition. They are listed in this general
order:
• Maintenance
• Pump Replacement
• Troubleshooting
The PARTS LIST section contains assembled parts
illustrations and corresponding parts list. The parts lists
include a number of columns of information:
•REF – column refers to the reference number
on the parts illustration.
•PART NO. – column lists the part number for
the part.
•PRV NO. – reference number.
•QTY – column lists the quantity of the part used
in that area of the machine.
•DESCRIPTION – column is a brief description
of the part.
•SERIAL NO. FROM – If this column has an (*)
and a Reference number, see the SERIAL
NUMBERS page in the back of your manual. If
column has two asterisk (**), call manufacturer
for serial number. The serial number indicates
the first machine the part number is applicable
to. The main illustration shows the most current
design of the machine. When a boxed illustra-
tion is shown, it displays the older design.
•NOTES – column for information not noted by
the other columns.
NOTE: If a service or option kit is installed on your
machine, be sure to keep the KIT INSTRUCTIONS
which came with the kit. It contains replacement parts
numbers needed for ordering future parts.
NOTE: The manual part number is located on the
lower left corner of the front cover.
Model:
Date of Purchase:
Serial Number:
Dealer:
Address:
Phone Number:
Sales Representative:
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Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this machine, basic precaution
must always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
Use only indoors. Do not use outdoors or expose to rain.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended components and attachments.
If the machine is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to
an authorized service center.
Machine can cause a fire when operating near flammable vapors or materials. Do not operate this machine near
flammable fluids, dust or vapors.
This machine is suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and offices
for more than normal housekeeping purposes.
Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified personnel.
During operation, attention shall be paid to other persons, especially children.
The machine shall only be operated by instructed and authorized persons.
Do not handle the plug or machine with wet hands.
Do not unplug battery charger by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
Do not pull or carry by cord or hose, use cordor hose as a handle, close a door on cord or hose, or pull cord or hose
around sharp edges or corners.
Do not pull/run machine over cord or hose. Keep cord and hose away from heated surfaces.
If the charging cord is damaged it must be replaced.
Unplug before cleaning or servicing.
Operational hazard may occur when running the machine over the charging cord.
To reduce the risk of injury, unplug before servicing.
Do not spray anything that is flammable.
This misting system is specifically designed for use with disinfectants that are EPA approved for misting. Read and
understand the EPA label for proper use and personal protection.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Safety
IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ
L'utilisation d'un appareil électrique demande certaines précautions:
LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT DE FAIRE FONCTIONNER (CET
APPAREIL).
Pour réduire les risques d'incendie, de chocs électriques, ou de blessures.
N'utiliser cette machine qu'en intérieur. Ne jamais l'utiliser à l'extérieur ou dans la pluie.
N'utiliser cette machine que comme décrit dans le présent manuel. N'utiliser que les composants et les accessoires
conseillés par le fabricant.
Lorsque la machine nefonctionnant pas correctement, a fait l'objet d'une chute ou d'une détérioration, a été laissée
à l'extérieur, est tombée dans l'eau, la retourner au centre de service agréé.
Cette machine peut provoquer un incendie lorsqu'elle est utilisée près de vapeurs ou de matériaux inflammables.
Ne pas l'utiliser près de liquides, de poussières ou de vapeurs inflammables.
Cette machine est destinée à un usage commercial. Elle est recommandée davantage pour les domaines hôtelier,
scolaire, hospitalier, industriel ou pour les bureaux, les chaînes de magasin, que pour un usage domestique
normal.
L'entretien et les réparations de la machine doivent être effectuées par un personnel qualifié.
Durant la manoeuvre de la machine, prendre garde aux personnes environnantes et notamment aux enfants.
Cette machine ne doit être manoeuvrée que par un personnel expérimenté et qualifié.
Lorsque vous laissez la machine sans surveillance, débranchez-la.
Ne pas toucher la fiche ou l'appareil lorsque vos mains sont humides.
Ne pas débrancher en tirant sur le cordon. Tirer plutôt la fiche.
Ne pas utiliser si le cordon ou la fiche est endommagé
Ne pas utiliser le cordon ou le boyau pour tirer l'appareil ou le transporter, coincer le cordon ou le boyau dans
l'embrasure d'une porte ou appuyer le cordon ou le boyau contre des angles saillants ou des arêtes coupantes.
Ne pas passer l'appareil sur le cordon ou le boyau. Garder le cordon et le boyau à l'écart des surfaces chauffantes.
Si le cordon de chargement est endommagé, il doit être remplacé.
Débranchez la machine avant de la nettoyer ou la réparer.
Des dangers lors de l'utilisation de l'appareil peuvent survenir si celui-ci est utilisé via le cordon de chargement.
Afin de réduire le risqué de blessure, débranchez avant de procedér á l'entretien. Utilisez á l'intérieur uniquement.
Débrancher le cordon d'alimentation de l'appareil avant d'effectuer l'entretien ou des réparations.
Ne vaporiser aucun produit inflammable.
Le système de brumisation est conçu spécifiquement pour être utilisé avec des désinfectants approuvés par l'EPA
pour la brumisation. Lire et comprendre l'étiquette EPA pour une utilisation appropriée et la protection personnelle.
CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS
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Safety
The following symbols are used throughout this guide as indicated in their descriptions:
HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL
There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words -WARNING and CAUTION and FOR
SAFETY. The level of hazard intensity is determined by the following definitions:
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury or product or property damage.
FOR SAFETY: To Identify actions which must be followed for safe operation of equipment.
Report machine damage or faulty operation immediately. Do not use the machine if it is not in proper operating
condition. Following is information that signals some potentially dangerous conditions to the operator or the equip-
ment. Read this information carefully. Know when these conditions can exist. Locate all safety devices on the
machine. Please take the necessary steps to train the machine operating personnel.
FOR SAFETY:
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE:
Unless Trained and Authorized.
Unless Operation Guide is Read and understood.
In Flammable or Explosive areas.
In areas with possible falling objects.
WHEN SERVICING MACHINE:
Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose clothing; jackets, shirts, or sleeves when working on the machine. Use only
manufacturer approved replacement parts.
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Safety
Les symboles ci-dessous sont utilisés à travers ce manuel comme illustré dans leurs descriptions :
DEGRÉS DE RISQUES EN CAS DE DANGER
Il existe trois degrés de risques identifiés par les termes signalétiques -AVERTISSEMENTetATTENTION et POUR
VOTRE SÉCURITÉ. Le degré de risque est défini de la manière suivante :
Dangers ou méthodes dangereuses qui POURRAIENT provoquer de graves blessures ou entraîner la mort.
Dangers ou méthodes dangereuses qui pourraient provoquer des blessures légères ou une détérioration du produit
ou des biens immobiliers.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ : ce signe permet d'identifier les mesures de précaution à prendre pour assurer un bon
fonctionnement du matériel.
Rendre compte immédiatement d'une défaillance ou d'une détérioration de la machine. Ne pas utiliser la machine
si celle-ci ne fonctionne pas correctement. Lire soigneusement les informations ci-dessous signalant certains
dangers potentiels pour l'opérateur de la machine. L'opérateur doit être absolument au courant de ces dangers
potentiels. Localiser tous les dispositifs de sécurité sur la machine. Il est conseillé de prendre les mesures néces-
saires pour former le personnel opérateur.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ :
NE PAS MANOEUVRER LA MACHINE :
Lorsqu'on n'est pas expérimenté ou qualifié.
Lorsque le guide d'utilisation n'est pas été lu ou compris.
Dans des zones inflammables ou explosives.
Dans des zones où des objets peuvent tomber.
LORS DE L'ENTRETIEN DE LA MACHINE :
Éviter les parties amovibles. Ne pas porter de vêtements amples, tels que des vestes, des chemises ou des
vêtements avec manches lors de l'utilisation de la machine. Utiliser les pièces détachées homologuées.
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Notes
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Operation
Technical Details
ITEM MEASURE
Weight 32LB 14.5KG
Height 39.5” 1003MM
Compact size for transport and storage 22.5” 571.5MM
Wheels 3” 76MM
Length 19” 482.6MM
Width 13.5” 343MM
Length
Height
Width
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Operation
Controls/Components
If switching between chemicals, thoroughly flush system with water before introducing new chemical.
Rincer à fond le système avec de l'eau avant d'y verser un nouveau produit.
Machine is not designed to be sat upon or ridden.
L'appareil n'est pas conçu pour s'y asseoir ou être conduit.
Charging
Port
On/Off
Button
Fill
Port
Spray
Gun
Transport
Handle
Charger
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Operation
Pre-Run Inspection
1. Check all fittings and connectors for proper assembly.
2. Check all hoses for leaks. Repair or replace any damaged hoses.
3. Remove tank lid and add pre-mixed chemical to chemical reservoir.
4. Remove nozzle and prime pump by spraying back into tank for 10 sec.
5. Replace nozzle on gun and lid on tank.
Using the Sprayer
1. Press button to turn on machine.
2. Before proceeding, make certain that the nozzle is functioning properly.
a. To check, hold the spray gun about one foot above the surface to be cleaned and open the spray gun valve.
A full spray should be observed from the nozzle.
b. If the nozzle is not showing a full spray pattern, remove nozzle to clean or replace nozzle.
3. Keep the spray gun moving at at approximately one foot per second when the valve is open.
Charging
1. Use indicator on machine to determine if machine needs to be charged. (Green light = No charge required,
Yellow Light = Approaching charge, Red Light = Battery charge needed.)
2. Check charging cord(s) for any damage. If damaged, replace.
3. Connect charger to machine.
4. Plug charger into 120v power outlet.
5. Set charger to cold weather/AGM setting
6. Disconnect charger before use.
Always close charge port after charging. If charge port is contaminated by debris, clear with compressed air.
Do not operate machine while charging.
Fermer la borne d'alimentation électrique après la recharge. S'il y a des saletés sur la borne d'alimentation élec-
trique, les déloger au moyen d'air comprimé.
Ne pas opperate la machine pendant le chargement.
Emptying and Cleaning
1. With machine on, open spray valve until spray stops. To speed up process, remove nozzle.
2. Turn machine off.
3. Remove reservoir cap and dump chemical by turning machine over.
4. Fill reservoir with warm water. (0.5-1 Gallon)
5. Turn machine back on.
6. Open spray valve until spray stops. To speed up process, remove nozzle.
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Maintenance
7. Dump out any remaining water.
Daily Maintenance
Unplug power cord(s) before servicing or making
any repairs.
Débranchez le cordon d'alimentation (s) avant de
réparer ou d'effectuer des réparations.
1. Inspect hoses for wear. Frayed or cracked hoses
should be replaced to avoid solution pressure loss.
2. Inspect charging cord for wear or damage. To
prevent electrical shock, replace cords that are
frayed or have cracked insulation immediately.
3. Flush the entire system, including spray gun, with
0.5 to 1 gallons of clean, warm water.
4. Check hoses for wear, blockages or damage.
Frayed or cracked hoses should be repaired or
replaced to eliminate solution pressure loss.
5. Check all handles, switches, knobs, electrical
cables and connections on your machine for
damage. If the cable insulation is broken or frayed,
repair or replace it immediately. Do not take
chances with electrical fire or shock.
6. Clean out reservoir, solution screen and nozzle.
7. Clean outside of machine and check for damage.
Cleaning Nozzle
1. Remove nozzle cap and nozzle. Check valve for
wear.
2. Clean nozzle with warm water and a soft bristled
brush. A stainless steel compatible cleaner may
also be used.
3. Reverse steps to re-assemble
NOTE: Make sure to hold spray gun valve open
(Squeeze gun trigger) during disassembly and re-
assembly.
Monthly Maintenance
1. Check all gaskets for wear and leakage.
2. Check pump pressure; observe spray pattern.
3. Check overall performance of machine.
Storage
Thoroughly clean and flush machine if it is to be stored.
Protect this machine from freezing while in storage.
Store with access covers removed to allow reservoir to
dry.
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Maintenance
Only qualified maintenance personnel are to perform the following repairs.
Seul le personnel de maintenance qualifiés sont à effectuer les réparations suivantes.
Pump Replacement
1. Turn off all switches and unplug the machine.
2. Open spray gun valve until spray stops.
3. Place rag over spray tip and remove spray tip.
4. Remove side covers.
5. Disconnect wires from battery.
6. Disconnect pump wires from switch.
7. Remove solution hoses from fittings in pump.
8. Remove the two screws that hold the pump onto the frame.
9. Reverse process to install new pump.
10. Check for leaks before installing side covers.
Battery Replacement
The battery should last for many years, depending on use. In the event that the battery needs replaced, please
follow the steps below. Use best electrical practices while performing battery replacement.
1. Turn machine off.
2. Set machine on its side.
3. Remove two screws from battery access panel in bottom of machine.
4. Remove battery access panel and set aside.
5. Remove battery from machine.
6. Disconnect connectors from battery.
7. Dispose of old battery properly.
8. Connect new battery to connectors on wires. Be sure to connect the black wire connector to the negative
battery terminal.
9. Install new battery in machine.
10. Replace battery access panel and screws.
11. Set machine back upright.
12. Turn machine on to test function.
13. Charge battery to test function.
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Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
Battery won't charge
Loose charger connection Check that the charger is connected to charge
port
Loose wiring Check that internal wires are properly
connected
Battery failure Replace battery
Lights on Charger won't come on
Loose wiring Check that charger is properly connected to an
active 120V outlet
Switch failure Replace switch
Low battery Charge battery
Pump runs, no solution Clogged nozzle Withmachineoff,removeNozzle,turnmachine
on until solution flows, turn off machine and
replace nozzle
Clogged filter Inspect filter for debris, clean if necessary
Pump runs, loss of pressure
Internal pump compo-
nents wearing out Replace pump
Clog in pump Flush system with water
Low battery Charge battery
Pump will not run Pump motor failure Replace pump
Low battery Charge battery
Solution not flowing properly Clogged nozzle With machine off, remove Nozzle, clean nozzle
and replace
Clogged filter Inspect filter for debris, clean if necessary
Pump won’t turn off Air trapped in pump Remove nozzle and open valve until air passes
through pump
Out of chemical Put more chemical in tank
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Notes
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Parts
PARTS
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Base
1
2
3
4
5
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Base
REF PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION SERIAL NO.
FROM NOTES
1 86379830 4 CASTER, 3"OD, GRAY
2 86379820 4 SPACER, 3/8INX1-1/2ODX3/8THK
3 86379850 1 PLATE, BASE, ASM
4 86005630 4 NUT HEX NYL LOC-THIN SS 3/8-16
5 86379840 4 COVER, NUT, 3/8, SATIN CHROME

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Battery and Bracket
1
6
3
2
7
6
6
5
4
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