Kärcher 397 M plus User manual

5.960-217 11/01
260 M plus

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1 On/Off Switch
2 Detergent outlet connection
3 High-pressure outlet
4 Inlet Water Connection (with Strainer)
5 Hosepipe Connector
6 Detergent suction tube
7 Spray lance with high-pressure nozzle
8 Dirt blaster
9 Washing Brush
10 High-pressure hose
11 Spray gun with safety Lock device (A)
12 Mains Electric Lead with Plug
13 Transport Handle
Beforefirstuseoftheunitreadtheseoperatinginstructionsand
actinaccordancewiththem.Keeptheseoperatinginstructions
in a safe place for later use or for a subsequent owner.

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Safety Notes
Use of the unit as authorized
Use this unit exclusively for non-industrial purposes
– for cleaning machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, facades, terraces, garden imple-
ments, etc., with high-pressure water jet (if necessary with the addition of cleaning
agents).
– for cleaning vehicle engines only in locations equipped with an appropriate oil
separator.
– with accessories, replacement parts and cleaning agents authorized by Kärcher.
Please comply with instructions supplied with the cleaning agents.
General safety notes
- Never permit children and adolescents to handle the unit.
- Never leave the unit unattended whilst the master switch is switched on.
- Never operate the unit in potentially explosive spaces.
- Do not spray any objects which contain health-endangering substances (e.g.
asbestos).
Warning signs on the unit
Never direct the high-pressure jet at human beings, animals, the unit itself or at
electrical parts.
Safety devices
Safety devices serve to protect against injuries and must not be changed or cir-
cumvented.
Relief valve with pressure switch
When the lever on the handgun is released the pressure switch switches off the pump
andthehigh-pressurejetceases.Whentheleverispulledthepressureswitchswitches
on the pump again.
Moreover, the relief valve prevents the permissible operating pressure from being
exceeded.
Safety button
The safety button on the handgun prevents inadvertent switching on of the unit.

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Environmental protection
Dispose of packaging
The packaging materials are recyclable. Please hand in the packaging for recycling.
Dispose of old equipment
In the development of this appliance careful attention has been given to its ability to be easily
recycled. Nevertheless, it contains parts or substances which should not go into the household
rubbish.Youcanobtain informationfromyoursaleshouse about disposalfacilitieswhichprotect
the environment.
Save water
In comparison to other cleaning methods, by the use of this unit you save up to 85 % of the water
otherwise needed. The unit can also be operated with rain-water (use a water filter).
Ease the burden on waste water
Pleaseusethecleaningagentssparingly.Observethedosagerecommendationswhicharesupplied
with the cleaning agents.
Before first use
Assembly
When unpacking check the contents. Inform your dealer of any damage in transportation.
Connection requirements
Electrical connection
The voltage shown on the rating plate must match the supply voltage. The current source must
beproperlyearthed.Onlyusesplash-protectedextensioncablewithasufficientconductorcross-
section (10 m: 3 x 1.5 mm², 30 m: 3 x 2.5 mm²) and unwind completely from the cable drum.
Connection to water line
Comply with the stipulations of the water supply company. Only use supply hoses (not supplied)
with the following dimensions: length at least 7.5 m, diameter at least ½”.
Caution! Impuritiesin theintake water damagethe pump.To prevent thiswe expresslyurge you
to use a water filter.
See rating plate or Technical Data for connected values.

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Operation
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Serious danger!
Vehicle tyres and tyre valves can be damaged by the high-pressure jet and become perforated.
The first sign of this is a discoloration of the tyre. When cleaning them maintain a distance of at
least 30 cm.
Never grasp the power plug with wet hands.
Beforeeachusecheck the powercordandpowerplugfor damage. Haveadamagedpowercord
replaced immediately by an authorized service point or an electrical specialist.
Before each use check the high-pressure hose for damage. Replace a damaged high-pressure
hose immediately.
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Danger of injury!
Owing to the water jet emerging from the high-pressure nozzle a recoil force operates on the
handgun. Ensure you have a secure footing and hold the handgun and spray lance firmly.
If necessary wear protective clothing for protection against return spray.
Preparation
1,2 Assembly
3,4 Spray gun assembly
5 Connect spray lance to spray gun
(bayonet connection)
6 Screw on high-pressure hose
7 Connect supply hose (not included)
to the water inlet and to the water tap
8 Open water tap fully
9 Plug in power plug
Caution: The operation of the high-pressure cleaner with a closed water supply line causes
damage to the cylinder head unit. Please never operate the high-pressure cleaner with a
closed water supply tap.

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High pressure operation
1 Usespray lance withhigh pressurenozzle
or dirtblaster
2 Turn switch to “I”.
3 Release safety catch on spraygun
4 Press lever
5 Caution: recoil
6 Safety instructions
Switching off
• Release the lever.
During breaks in work and when leaving the unit secure it against inadvertent switching on by
pressing the safety button.
Connect accessories
Depending on the model the following accessories are either included in the scope of delivery or
are obtainable from specialist dealers (see also Page 10: “Special accessories”).
• Exchange the respective accessory with the spray lance.
Wash brush
for large, smooth surfaces – e.g. on the automobile, caravan or boat.Cleaning agent can be
added.
Rotating wash brush
for gentle and thorough cleaning – e.g. bodywork and glass surfaces.
Cleaning agent can be added.
Rotary nozzle
for stubborn accumulations of grime – e.g. moss-covered promenade tiles or facades.
Work without cleaning agent and with the highest operating pressure.
Operation

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Adding detergent
1Remove spray lance
! No detergent in high-pressure mode
2 Connect detergent suction hose to
detergent outlet connection
3 Suspend detergent suction hose in
detergent reservoir
4 Switch on high-pressure cleaner
5 Release safety catch on handgun
6 Press lever
Recommended cleaning method
1. Spray the cleaning agent on the dry surface sparingly and let it react (but not dry out).
2. Wash off the loosened dirt with the high-pressure jet.
Cleaning agents
For trouble-free operation and for matching to the relevant cleaning task we recommend our
Kärcher cleaning agents and care range. Please let us advise you or ask for information about
them. Here is a small selection:
Universal cleaner – Profi RM 555 ULTRA
Automobile cleaner – Profi RM 565 ULTRA
House and garden cleaner – Profi RM 570 ULTRA
Boat cleaner – Profi RM 575 ULTRA
If detergent has been added:
• Hang the detergent suction hose in a container of clear water, switch on the unit for about
one minute and flush through.
Operation

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Finishing operations
1 Unit switch to ”0”
2 Unplug power plug
3 Close the water supply tap. Separate
the unit from the water connection
4 Press the lever on the spraygun until
the unit is without pressure.
5 Engage safety catch on handgun
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning
Beforelong periods ofstorage, e.g. inwinter:
A-Pullout the strainerinthewaterinletwith
flat-nose pliers and clean it under running
water.
B-Pullthecleaningagentmeteringvalveoff
thecleaningagentsuctionhoseandclean
it under running water.
Safekeeping
Caution! Frost can destroy an incompletely emptied unit. In the winter keep the unit in a
frost-free room.
Maintenance
The unit is maintenance-free.
Replacement parts
Use exclusively Kärcher original replacement parts. You will find a replacement parts summary
at the end of these operating instructions.
Guarantee
In each country the guarantee conditions issued by our responsible sales company are applica-
ble. We clear any faults occurring in the unit free of charge during the period of guarantee pro-
viding the cause is a fault in a material or in the manufacture.
In the case of a claim under the guarantee please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized
customer service point, accompanying your claim with accessories and purchase voucher.

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Problem Checklist
Faults often have simple causes which you can rectify yourself with the aid of the following
summary. In case of doubt or of faults or remedies not mentioned here apply to the authori-
zed customer service.
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Danger of electric shock!
Repair work on the unit can only be carried out by the authorized customer service.
Appliance does not Work
- Check whether the voltage shown on the rating plate corresponds to that of the power source.
- Check the connector cable for damage.
Appliance does not reach Operational Pressure
-Venttheappliance:Allowthepumptooperatewithoutthehigh-pressurehoseuntilwaterappears
at the high-pressure outlet without any more bubbles.Then reattach the high-pressure hose.
- Clean the strainer in the water connection.
- Check the inlet water flow rate.
- Check all inlet pipes to the pump for leaks or blockage.
Strong Pressure Fluctuations
- Clean the high-pressure nozzle. Remove dirt from the nozzle hole with a needle and then rinse
out with water from the front.
Pump Leaks
- 10 drops per minute are permissible. In the case of more serious leakage, you should contact
the authorized customer service.
No Detergent Suction
- Clean the detergent suction hose with filter, and check for leaks.
Technical Data
Power supply
Voltage (at 1~50/60 Hz) 220-240 V
Connected load 1.6 kW
Supply fuses (time-lag) 13 A
Safety class 2
Water connection
Supply temperature (max.) 40 °C
Supply volume (min.) 600 l/h
Supply pressure (max.) 2-12 bar
Performance data
Operating pressure 100 bar
Pump pressure max. 110 bar
Flow volume 360 l/h
Cleaning agent metering 25 l/h
Recoil force of the handgun 13 N
Unit vibrations 0,8 m/s²
Sound level Ld(DIN EN ISO 4871) 92,1 dB(A)
Dimensions
Length/Width/Height 410/220/900 mm
Weight 6 Kg
Circuit Diagram
M1 Motor
Q1 Switch
S1 Pressure switch
Z1 Suppressor

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Special accessories
Special accessories expand the scope of use of your machine. You can obtain further information
from your Kärcher dealer.
1Rotary nozzle
2Spray guard for rotary nozzle
3Pipe-cleaning set (7.5 m/15 m)
4Rotating wash brush
5Wash brush
6Wet blasting set
7Flexible spray lance
8Three-way nozzle with spray lance
9Spray lance for places which are difficult to access
10 Floor spray lance
11 Spray lance extension
12 High-pressure hose (9 m)
13 Hose extension
14 Large volume suction set
15 Suction hose with filter
16 Water filter
17 Non-return valve

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EU Declaration of Conformity
We hereby declare that the equipment described below conforms to the relevant fundamental
safety and health requirements of the appropriate EU Directives, both in its basic design and
constructionaswell asintheversion marketedbyus.This declaration willceaseto be validifany
modifications are made to the machine without our express approval.
Product: High-pressure cleaner Model: 1.223-xxx
Relevant EU Directives:
EU Machinery Directive (98/37/EEC).
EU Low-Voltage Equipment Directive (73/23/EEC) amended by 93/68/EEC.
EU Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC)
amended by 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC.
Harmonised standards applied:
DIN EN 55014-1:1993, DIN EN 55014-2:1997, DIN EN 60335-1,
DIN EN 60335-2-79:1998, DIN EN 61000-3-2:1995, DIN EN 61000-3-3:1995
Appropriate internal measures have been taken to ensure that series-production units conform at all times to the requirements of current EU
Directives and relevant standards.The signatories are empowered to represent and act on behalf of the company management.
Alfred Kärcher Kommanditgesellschaft. Sitz Winnenden. Registergericht: Waiblingen, HRA169.
Persönlich haftende Gesellschafterin: Kärcher Reinigungstechnik GmbH. Sitz Winnenden, 2404 Registergericht Waiblingen, HRB
Dr. B. Graf S. Reiser H. Jenner
Spare Parts

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Karcher (UK) Ltd.
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