Kärcher HD 5/13 Classic Bedienungsanleitung Seite 12

Electrical connection
DANGER
Risk of injury from electric shock
Use a plug to connect the device to the mains grid. Per-
manent connection to the mains grid is prohibited. The
plug is used for disconnection from the mains.
See the type plate or technical data for the connection
values.
1. Unwind the mains cable and place it on the ground.
2. Plug the mains plug into the socket.
Operation
DANGER
Risk of injury from the high-pressure water jet
Never fasten the trigger in the actuated position.
Do not use the high-pressure gun when the safety lock
is damaged.
Push the safety latch of the high-pressure gun forwards
every time before starting work with the device.
High-pressure operation
Note
● The device can be operated vertically.
● The device is equipped with a pressure switch. The
motor only starts up when the high-pressure gun is
open.
● The high-pressure hose should be kept away from
sharp edges.
1. Open the water supply.
2. Set the power switch to "1".
3. Open the safety lock of the high-pressure gun.
4. Aim the high-pressure gun at the object to be
cleaned.
5. Open the high-pressure gun and start the cleaning
operation.
Operation with detergent
Note
A foam lance (optional) is needed for operating with de-
tergent.
WARNING
Incorrect handling of detergents
Health risk
Adhere to the safety instructions stated on the detergent
packaging.
ATTENTION
Unsuitable detergents
Damage to the device and the objects to be cleaned
Use only detergents approved by KÄRCHER.
Observe the dosing recommendations and notes pro-
vided with the detergent.
Use detergents sparingly to help conserve the environ-
ment.
KÄRCHER detergents ensure fault-free operation.
Please feel free to request a consultation, our catalogue
or our detergent information sheets.
1. Fill the detergent into the container of the foam
lance. (Follow the dosage instructions on the deter-
gent bottle.)
Recommended cleaning method
1. Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface and
let it work for a while (do not let it dry).
2. Rinse off the loosened dirt with the high-pressure
jet.
Interrupting operation
1. Release the trigger and the device will switch off.
2. Pull the trigger and the device will switch on again.
Finishing operation
1. Close off the water inlet.
2. Open the high-pressure gun.
3. Set the power switch to "I" and allow the device to
run for 5 to 10 seconds.
4. Close the high-pressure gun.
5. Turn the power switch to "0/OFF".
6. Pull the mains plug out of the socket only when your
hands are dry.
7. Disconnect the water inlet.
8. Open the high-pressure gun until the device is com-
pletely depressurised.
9. Lock the high-pressure gun by pushing the safety
latch of the high-pressure gun to the front.
Frost protection
ATTENTION
Frost destroys the device if it is not completely
drained of water.
Store the device in a frost-free location.
If frost-free storage is not possible:
1. Drain the water.
2. Pump commonly available anti-freeze through the
device.
3. Allow the device for run for a maximum of 1 minute
until the pump and lines are empty.
Note
Use commonly available, Glycol-based vehicle anti-
freeze. Observe the handling instructions of the anti-
freeze manufacturer.
CAUTION
Risk of injury, risk of damage.
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
1. Store the device indoors only.
Care and service
DANGER
Risk of injury due to inadvertently starting up de-
vice and also due to electric shock.
Switch off the device immediately and unplug the mains
plug before performing work.
Safety inspection/maintenance contract
You can agree on regular safety inspections or close a
maintenance contract with your dealer. Please seek ad-
vice on this.
Each time before use
1. Check the power cable for damage and have a dam-
aged cable replaced immediately by the authorised
Customer Service or a qualified electrician.
2. Check the high-pressure hose for damage and re-
place a damaged high-pressure hose immediately.
3. Check the device for leaks. 3 drops of water per min-
ute are permissible. Contact Customer Service in
the case of more serious leaks.
1. Clean the sieve in the water connection.
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