Kärcher HD 525 S User manual

5.960845 A2005225 06/03
HD 525 S
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Please read these operating instructions before starting and
strictly observe the “Safety Instructions for High Pressure
Cleaners (5.951-949)”.
WARNING
• DO NOT SPRAY ELECTRICAL APPARATUS AND WIRING.
• DO NOT USE WITH FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND TOXIC
CHEMICALS.
• INJECTION HAZARD: EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY IF THE SPRAY PENETRATES THE SKIN. DO NOT
POINT THE GUN AT ANYONE OR ANY PART OF THE BODY.
IN CASE OF PENETRATION SEEK MEDICALE AID
IMMEDIATELY.
• THIS SYSTEM IS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING 8500 KPA.
TO AVOID RUPTURE AND INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE THIS
PUMP WITH COMPONENTS RATED LESS THAN 8500 KPA
WORKING PRESSURE (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
SPRAY GUNS, HOSE AND HOSE CONNECTIONS).
• BEFORE SERVICING, CLEANING OR REMOVALANY PARTS,
SHUT OFF POWERAND RELIEVE PRESSURE.

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1. Starting
1 Spray gun with safety ratchet (A)
and high-pressure hose
2 Spray lance
3 Appliance switch (ON/OFF)
4 Water connection with filter
5 Coupling
6 Connection lead
7 Carrying handle
8 Detergent suction hose
with dosing ring
9 High-pressure outlet
10 Three-way nozzle

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1. Starting
Unpacking the unit
•If, while unpacking, you discover damage has
been caused in transit, please inform your
dealer immediately.
•Do not simply discard the packing materials
with the house-hold waste. Take the packing
materials to the appropriate collection areas for
recycling.
Attaching accessories
•Screw spray lance onto hand gun.
•Screw three-way nozzle onto spray lance.
Connecting the power supply
•See technical data of connected values.
•Check whether the voltage shown on the rating
plate corresponds to that of the power source.
Note:
If you are using an extension cable, it should
always be completely unwound from the cable
drumandhaveasufficientcross-sectionalarea:
10 m = 1.5 mm², 30 m = 2.5 mm²
Connecting the water supply
•See Technical Data for connected values.
•Connect a water supply hose (not supplied) to
the appliance and the water pipe.
Suction
Observe the following if you are drawing water
from an open container:
–Attach a suction hose with filter (order no.
4.440-238) directly to the appliance.
–Toventtheunit,unscrewthenozzleandleave
the unit running until the water exits with no air
bubbles.
–Switch off the unit and screw the nozzle back
on.
Purpose
•Use the appliance to clean machines, vehicles,
buildings, tools, etc.
•Clean facades, patios, garden implements, etc.
with the high-pressure spray only, i.e. without
detergent.
•Engines must only be cleaned in places which
have appropriate oil traps (protection of the
environment).
•If the machine is used at petrol stations or in
other hazardous areas, the appropriate safety
regulations must be observed.
•Forstubborn dirt, werecommend use ofthe dirt
blaster which is available as an optional
accessory.

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2. Operation
Deaerating the unit
•Open the water supply.
•To vent the unit, unscrew the nozzle and leave
the unit running until the water exits with no air
bubbles.
•Switch off the unit and screw the nozzle back
on.
Operating with high pressure
•Release safety latch on handgun and press
lever.
•Switch on unit.
Note: This unit is equipped with a pressure
switch. The motor only starts up when the lever
on the handgun is pressed.
•Always direct high-pressure jet at object being
cleaned from a greater distance first of all, in
orderto prevent damage ifpressure is toohigh.
Selecting the type of spray
•The handgun must be closed.
•Rotatethehousingofthenozzleuntilthedesired
symbol corresponds with the marking:
High-pressure pencil jet
for particularly stubborn
accumulation of grime.
Low-pressure fan jet
for operating with detergent
or cleaning with negligible
pressure.
High-pressure fan jet
for dirt accumulation over
a large surface.
Operating with detergents
•Set nozzle to
•Set the dosing ring on the detergent filter to the
required position.
•Suspend the detergent hose in the detergent
container (not included).
•In the interest of environmental protection, we
recommend that you use detergents sparingly.
Observe dosage recommendations shown on
label on detergent canister.
•We provide a specialized programme of deter-
gents and other cleaning products, which gua-
rantee trouble-free operation of your cleaner.
Please ask for advice or send for our catalogue
or information sheets with details about the cle-
aning agents.
- Active cleaner ..............................RM 31 ASF
- Universal cleaner .........................RM 55 ASF
- Active wash.................................. RM 81 ASF
Note:
Only those detergents which have been
approved by the appliance manufacturer may
beused.Unsuitabledetergentscandamagethe
appliance and the object being cleaned.
•Werecommendthefollowingcleaningmethods:
Step 1: Loosening dirt
Spray on detergent sparingly and leave for
1–5 minutes.
Step 2: Removing dirt
Sprayoffthelooseneddirtwiththehigh-pressure
spray.
•The appliance should be rinsed clean after
detergent has been used. To do this, suspend
the detergent suction hose in a container of
clean water, and run the pump for approx.
1 minute.
Interrupting operation
•If you release the trigger of the hand-held spray
gun, the appliance switches off. If the trigger is
pulled again, the appliance switches on again.
Switching off the unit
•Switch off the unit and pull the electric plug out
of the socket.
•Close the water supply.
•Squeeze the lever on the spray gun until the
unit has depressurized.
•Secure the lever on the spray gun against
unintentional opening.
Transporting the unit
•The unit is equipped with a handle and wheels
whichenableittobemovedoverlongerdistances
more easily.
•Theunitshouldbecarriedoverstepsorstairsby
thehandle.

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3. Care and Maintenance
Monthly or as required
•Clean the filter on the detergent suction hose.
•Clean the high-pressure nozzle.
Removedirtfrom thenozzleholewitha needle,
and rinse with water from the front.
•Cleanthestrainerinthewaterconnection.Itcan
be easily removed with a flat-nosed pliers.
Pump leaks
•3 drops per minute are permissible. In the case
of more serious leakage, you should contact
the authorized customer service.
No detergent suction
•Set nozzle to
•Clean the detergent suction hose with filter and
check for leaks.
Note:
Disconnect the appliance from the power mains
before all repair work.
Only authorized customer service personnel
may inspect electrical components.
In this chapter, we would like to give you some
hints on dealing with malfunctions yourself.
Inallothercases or inthecaseofelectricalfaults,
please contact the authorized customer service.
Appliance does not work
•Check the mains voltage.
•Check the connector cable for damage.
•If the motor overheats, allow it to cool down for
a few minutes. Then switch back on again.
Appliance does not reach operational
pressure
•Set nozzle to “high pressure”.
•Bleed the air from the appliance.(®Suction 2.)
•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 rinse
with water from the front.
4. Troubleshooting
Frost protection
•Frost will destroy an appliance which has not
been completely emptied of water. Ideally, the
appliance should be stored in a frost-free room.

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6. Technical Data
Power connection
Voltage 120 V
Type of current 1~ 60 Hz
Connected load 1.5 kW (2.0hp)
Mains fuse (slow) 15 A
Water connection
Supply temperature (max.) 60 °C
Supply rate (min.) 600 l/h (2.5 gpm)
Supply hose –length (min.) 7.5 m
Supply hose –diameter (min.) ½in
Suction height from open tank
at a water temperature of 20 °C1m
Supply pressure (max.) 12 bar
Performance data
Operating pressure 2000–8500 kPa (300–1250 psi)
Flow rate 410 l/h (1.8gpm)
Detergent intake 0–25 l/h (0–7 gpm)
Recoil force of hand-held spray gun
at operating pressure (max.) 15 N
Sound pressure level (EN 60704-1) 74 dB (A)
Dimensions
Length 508 mm
Width 225 mm
Height 284 mm
Weight without accessories 16 kg
Safety inspection
Youmayarrangefora safetyinspectionwithyour
Kärcher dealer. Your dealer will be glad to advise
you.
Service contract
You may also take out a service contract with
your dealer.
The safety inspection is included in the service
contract. Your dealer will be glad to advise you.
Safety equipment
When the hand-held spray gun is closed, the
overflow valve switches off the appliance via
a pressure-operated switch. The overflow valve
is also a safety device against exceeding the
maximum allowable working pressure.
Spare parts
A selection of the most common spare parts
numbers is listed at the end of these operating
instructions.
5. General Information

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7. Spare Parts
02/03
4.862-032.0
HD 525 S
6.414-384.0
6.386-463.0
6.647-508.0
5.960-845.0
6.390-057.0
6.362-422.0
2.880-296.0
6.390-057.0
6.390-057.0
4.775-296.0
4.760-356.0
2.880-296.0
2.880-296.0
4.763-269.0