Kärcher K 5.86 M User manual

Operating
Instructions
Before first use of the unit
read these operating
instructions and act in
accordance with them
K 5.86 M
5.961-606 F2010188 03/05

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Dear Customer,
Pleasereadand comply with
these instructions prior to the
initial operation of your
appliance. Retain these operating
instructionsfor future reference or for
subsequent possessors.
This high-pressure cleaner is designed for
domestic use only:
– to clean machines, vehicles, buildings,
tools, facades, terraces, garden
equipment etc. using a high-pressure
water jet (and detergents if required).
– with accessories, replacementparts and
detergents approved by Kärcher.
Observe the instructions provided with
these detergents.
The terms of the guarantee applicable in
each country have been published by our
respective national distributors. We will fix
possible faults on your unit free of charge
within the warranty period, insofar as the
faults are caused bymaterial defects or
defective workmanship. Guaranteeclaims
should be addressed to your dealer or the
nearestauthorized customer service centre,
and supported by documentary evidence of
purchase.
Definition of abbreviations used:
HP = High pressure
DT = Detergent
When unpacking the product, make sure
that no accessories are missing and that
none of the pakkage contents have been
damaged. If you detect any transport
damages please contact your dealer.
Illustrations on Page 2
1 ON/OFF switch for appliance
2 Power cord with plug
3 HP outlet
4 HP hose
5 Handgun with safety catch
6 Connection for water supply with filter
7 Coupling element for water connection
8 Detergent tank
9 DT suction hose with filter
10 Cleaning agent metering valve
11 Accessory mount, Handgun
12 Accessory mount, HP hose
13 Accessory mount, Spray lance
14 Transport handle
15 Spray lance with Variopower nozzle
Proper Use
Environmental protection
The packaging material can be
recycled. Please do not place the
pa  kaging into the ordinary refuse
for disposal, but arrange for the
proper recycling.
Old appliances contain valuable
materials that can berecycled.
Please arrange for the proper
recycling of old appliances.
Batteries, oil, and similar
substances must not enter the
environment. Please dispose of
your old appliances using
appropriate collection systems.
Warranty
Description of the Appliance

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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
appliance, e.g. safety devices, high-
pressure hoses, spray guns, are
damaged.
The appliance may not be used in areas
where a risk of explosion is present.
If the appliance is used in hazardous
areas (e.g. filling stations) the
corresponding safety provisionsmustbe
observed.
Check the power cord with mainsplug
for damage before every use. If the
power cord is damaged, please arrange
immediately for the exchange by an
authorized customer service or a skilled
electrician.
High-pressure jets can
be dangerous if
improperly used. The
jet may not be directed
at persons, animals, live electrical
equipment or at the appliance itself.
The jet must not be directed at other
persons or directed by the user at him/
herself to clean clothing or footwear.
Never use theappliancetocleanobjects
containing hazardous substances (e.g.
asbestos).
Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are
susceptible to damage from the high-
pressure jet and may burst. The first
indicationofthisisadiscolourationofthe
tyre. Damaged vehicle tyres/tyre valves
are highly dangerous. Ensure that a
distance of at least 30 cm is observed
when cleaning with the jet!
Never draw in fluids containing solvents
or undiluted acids and solvents! This
includespetrol,paintthinnerandheating
oil. The spray mist thus generated is
highly inflammable, explosive and
poisonous. Do not use acetone,
undiluted acids and solvents as they are
aggressive towards the materials from
which the appliance is made.
Warning
Unsuitable extension cables can be
hazardous. Only use extension cables
outdoors which have been approved for
thispurposeandlabelledwithasufficient
cable cross section:
1 - 10 m: 1,5 mm2
10 - 30 m: 2,5 mm2
Check the high-pressure hose for
damage before every use. Please
arrangefortheimmediateexchange ofa
damaged high-pressure hose.
High-pressure hoses, fixtures and
couplings are important for the safety of
the appliance. Only use high-pressure
hoses, fixtures and couplings
recommended by the manufacturer.
Cleaningoperations which produce oily
waste water, e.g. engine washes,
underbody washes, may only be carried
out using washing stations equipped
with an oil separator.
Note
The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been
instructed accordingly.
The operator must use the appliance
properly. When working with the
appliance, he must consider the local
conditions and pay due care and
attention to other persons, in particular
children, who are nearby.
Observe a distance of at least 30 cm
when using the jet to clean painted
surfaces to avoid damaging paintwork.
Wear protective clothing and safety
goggles to protect against back spray
containing water or dirt.
Never leave the appliance unattended
when it is in operation.
This appliance was designed to be used
Safety instructions

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with detergents which are supplied or
recommendedby themanufacturer. The
use of other detergents or chemicals
may compromise the safety of the
appliance or cause appliance damage.
Make sure that the power cord or
extension cables are not damaged by
running over, pinching, dragging or
similar. Protect the power cords from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
The connection between the power cord
and extension cable must not lie in
water.
All current-conducting parts in the
working area must be protected against
jet water.
The appliance mayonly be connected to
an electrical supply which has been
installed in accordance with IEC 60364.
The appliance mayonly be connected to
alternating current. The voltage must
correspond with the type plate on the
appliance.
To avoid accidents due to electrical
faults we recommendthe use of sockets
with a line-side current-limiting circuit
breaker (max. 30 mA nominal tripping
current).
The plug and coupling of the extension
cable used must be watertight.
Always fully unroll the extension cable
from the cable drum.
Safety devices prevent injury and may not
be modified or bypassed.
The switch prevents unintented starting of
the appliance. Stop the appliance during
breaks or after operation.
The safety catch on the handgun prevents
the appliance from being switched on
unintentionally.
When the appliance is delivered, the HP
hose and handgun are not attached, this
prevents buckling. Please mount these
before using theappliance for the firsttime.
Push out the safety clip in the handgun
using e.g. a small screwdriver.
Join HP hose and handgun together.
Push clip in until it engages and check
that it is securely fastened by pulling on
the HP hose.
Remove cable tie and unroll HPhose
For connection values, see type plate/
technical data.
Observe regulations of water supplier.
Use a fibre-reinforced hose (not
included) with a standard coupling: -
Minimum diameter, 1/2 inches (13 mm).
- Minimum length, 7.5 m.
Screw the coupling unit (supplied) to the
water connection on the appliance.
Push the water supply hose onto the
coupling unit, then connect it to the tap.
Caution
Never operate the high-pressure cleaner
when the tap is turnedoff as dry running will
damage the HP pump.
If the water supply is not clean, the Kärcher
waterfilter mustbe used (special accessory
- order No. 4.730-059).
When fitted with the appropriate
accessories, this high-pressure cleaner can
draw in surface water, e.g. from water butts
or ponds (max. suction height 0.5 m).
As the standard coupling system is not
suitable for use in suction mode, the
Kärcher suction hose with integrated
filter should be used instead (special
accessory, order no. 4.440-238) and
suspended inside the water butt.
Safety Devices
Unit switch
Safety catch
Commissioning and operation
Before Commissioning
Water supply
Water supply from mains
Drawing in water from open reservoirs

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UsetheKärcherwaterfiltertoprotectthe
HP pump and accessories (special
accessories, order no. 4.730-059). This
filter removes dirt from incoming water.
Appliance ventilation: Switch on the
appliance without connection the HP
hose and run it until the water
discharging from the HP outlet is free of
bubbles. Switch off appliance and
reconnect HP hose.
Screw HP hose on to HP outlet on
appliance.
Push the appropriate spray lance on to
the handgun and fastenit by turning it to
the right through 90°.
Open tap.
Plug in mains plug.
Set main switch to “I/ON”.
Press safety catch on the handgun to
release it and pull lever.
Warning
The handgun is subjected to a recoil force
when the water jet is discharged. Make sure
that you have a firm footing. Hold the
handgun and spray lance firmly.
Carrying out themost commoncleaning
tasks.
Operation with detergents is possible
with low pressure (–)
Note:
Detergent can only be added when the
appliance is being operated in low pressure
mode.
AllwashingbrushessuppliedbyKärcherare
designed for use with detergents.
Turn Variopower nozzle until lowest
pressure setting has been reached (–).
During low pressure operation,
detergentisautomaticallysuckedinfrom
the filled detergent tank.
Fill the detergent reservoir with
Detergent tablet and water or Detergent
concentrate and water (Observe
metering recommendations on the
packaging label of the detergent.)
Meter out the cleaning agent (cleaning
agent metering valve)
–medium quantity: centre-position
–large quantity: “+”position
–small quantity: “–”position.
1 Spray a small dose of the detergent on
the dry surface, and allow it to react
(make sure the detergent does not dry
up).
2 Wash off the loosened dirt using the
high-pressure jet.
Release the lever on the handgun.
During breaks, use the safety catch to
secure the handgun lever.
During longer breaks (more than5
minutes), also turn the appliance off
using the ON/OFF switch.
Start up
High pressure operation
Spray lance with Variopower nozzle
Operation with detergent
DT suction infeed from DT tank
Recommended Cleaning Method
Interrupting operation

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If detergent has been added: Suspend
detergent suction hose in a container
filled with clear water, switch the
appliance on for around 1 minute once
the spray lance has been removed and
rinse until water runs clear.
Release the lever on the handgun.
Switch the appliance switch to "0/OFF“.
Turn off tap.
Press the lever on the handgun to
release any remaining pressure in the
system.
Disconnect the appliance fromthe water
supply.
Detach spray lance from the handgun.
Briefly switch the appliance on ("I/ON“),
press the handgun lever until no further
water is discharged (approx. 1 min).
Switch the appliance switch to "0/OFF“.
Use the safety catch to secure the
handgun lever.
Pull out the mains plug.
Store the power cord, the HP hose and
the accessories on the appliance.
Caution
Frostcandestroythenotcompletelydrained
appliance. Store the appliance in a frost
resistant room during winter.
Specialaccessoriesexpandthepossibilities
ofusingyourappliance. Pleasecontact your
Kärcher dealer for further information.
To ensure a trouble-free operation of the
appliance and to match the individual
cleaning task, we recommend our Kärcher
detergent and maintenance agents. Please
askfor our advice,or request information on
the products.
Risk of injury
Always switch off the appliance and pull out
themainsplugbeforecareandmaintenance
work.
Prior to longer periodsof storage, e.g. in the
winter:
Remove filter from suction hose for
detergent and clean with running water.
Pull out filter in water connection using
flat-nose pliers andclean with running
water.
The appliance is maintenance-free.
Only use original Kärcher spare parts. You
will finda list of spare parts at the end of this
document.
Finish operation
Storing the Appliance
Special accessories
Detergents
Maintenance and Care
Cleaning
Maintenance
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.
Risk of injury
Always switch off the appliance and pull out
themainsplugbeforecareandmaintenance
work.
Warning
Repair works may only be performed by the
authorized customer service.
Machine does not start
Check whether the voltage indicated on
thetypeplatecorresponds tothevoltage
of the socket.
Check the power cord for damage.
Pressure does not build up in the
appliance
Check the setting at the spray lance.
Appliance ventilation: Switch on the
appliance without connection the HP
hose and run it until the water
discharging from the HP outlet is free of
bubbles. Switch off appliance and
reconnect spray lance.
Clean thefilter in the water supply
connection: This can be easily removed
using flat-nose pliers.
CheckallsupplylinestotheHPpumpfor
leaks or blockages.
Strong pressure fluctuations
Clean thehigh-pressure nozzle:
Remove dirt and debris from the nozzle
borewithaneedleandrinsethroughwith
water towards the front.
Check the volume of incoming water.
HP pump leaking
Slight leakage from the HP pump is
normal. If the leakage increases contact
the authorized customer service.
No detergent infeed
Select thelow-pressure setting for the
spray lance.
Clean the filter of the detergent suction
hose.
Check the DT suction hose for kinks.
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Power connection
Voltage (1~50 Hz) 240V
Connection output 2,0 kW
Mains fuse (slow-blow) 13A
Protective class I
Water connection
Max. feed temperature 40°C
Min. feed volume 10I/min
Feed pressure, 0,2 - 1,2MPa
Performance data
Working pressure 12MPa
Max. permissible pressure 13MPa
Water flow rate 7,5I/min
Detergent flow rate 0 - 0,3I/min
Recoil force of handgun 20N
Hand-arm vibration
(ISO 5349) 0,8m/s2
Sound pressure level
Lpa (EN60704-1) 77dB(A)
Sound power level
Lwa (2000/14/EG) 92dB(A)
Dimensions
Length 310mm
Width 280mm
Height 815mm
Weight 14kg

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We hereby declare that the machine
described below complies with the relevant
basic safety and health requirements of the
EU Directives, both in its basic design and
constructionaswellasinthe versionputinto
circulation by us. This declarationshall
cease to be valid if the machine is modified
without our prior approval.
Relevant EU Directives:
98/37/EC
73/23/EEC (+93/68/EEC)
89/336/EEC (+91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/
68/EEC)
2000/14/EC
Applied harmonized standards:
DIN EN 60,335 –1:
DIN EN 60,335 –2 –79
DIN EN 55014-1:2000 +A1:2001 + A2:2002
DIN EN 55,014 –2: 1997 + A1:2001
DIN EN 61 000 –3 –2: 2000
DIN EN 61 000 –3 –3: 1995 + A1: 2001
Applied conformity evaluation method:
Appendix V
Appropriate internal measures have been
taken to ensure that the series appliances
always comply with the requirements of the
currentlyvalidEUDirectivesandtheapplied
standards.
The undersigned act on behalf and under
the power of attorney of the company
management.
Alfred Kärcher Kommanditgesellschaft.
Location: Winnenden. Registration Court:
Waiblingen, HRA 169 (Trade Register
SectionA169).Partnerliabletoanunlimited
extent: Kärcher Reinigungstechnik GmbH.
Location: Winnenden, 2404 Registration
Court Waiblingen, HRB (Trade Register
Section B),
Managing Director: Dr. Bernhard Graf,
Hartmut Jenner, Georg Metz
Alfred Kärcher GmbH & Co. KG
Cleaning Systems
Alfred - Kärcher - Str. 28 - 40
P.O. Box 160
D - 71349 Winnenden
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
CE-Declaration
PRODUCT: High-pressure cleaner
TYPE: 1.630-xxx
Measured sound power level: 90 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level: 92 dB(A)

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Karcher (UK) Limited operate a help-line
allowing customersto discuss anyproblems
experienced with our products.
The help-line operates during normal
business hours, if you have difficulty getting
through, please understand that there are
peak periods during the day when our
consultants are unable to take all calls
comingin. Inthesecircumstances wewould
ask that you try to contact us again later in
the day.
The help-line number is 0906 6800632
from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday - Friday.
(calls to this number are charged at 25p per
minute)
Ithelpsusifyouhavethemodelnumberand
data plate details to hand before making
your call as there are very many different
models of Karcher Pressure Washers in
use.
Alternatively you may write or e-mail to
the address below:
Karcher (UK) Limited
Karcher House
Beaumont Road
Banbury
Oxon, OX16 1TB
E-mail:
[e-mail]
Help-Line