Operation; Interrupting Operation; Finishing Operation - Kärcher HD 5/12 C Handbuch

Suck water from the container
1. Screw the suction hose with filter onto the water
connection (for the order number see chapter Tech-
nical data).
2. Vent the device (see chapter Vent the device).
Vent the device
1. Unscrew the high-pressure nozzle from the spray
lance.
2. Allow the device to run until the escaping water is
free of air bubbles.
3. In the case of venting problems, allow the device to
run for 10 seconds and then switch it off. Repeat the
procedure several times.
4. Switch off the device.
5. Screw the high-pressure nozzle onto the spray
lance.

Operation

DANGER
High-pressure water jet
Danger of injury
Never fasten the trigger and safety lever in the actuated
position.
Do not use the high-pressure gun when the safety lever
is damaged.
Push the safety latch of the high-pressure gun forwards
every time before starting work with the device.
Hold the high-pressure gun and spray lance with both
hands.
WARNING
Defective device and accessories, defective supply
lines and connections
Danger of injury
The device may only be operated when in a correct op-
erating condition.
Opening/closing the high-pressure gun
1. Actuate the safety lever and trigger.
The high-pressure gun opens.
2. Release the safety lever and trigger.
The high-pressure gun closes.
High-pressure operation
The device can be operated in a standing or lying posi-
tion.
Note
The device is equipped with a pressure switch. The mo-
tor only starts up when the high-pressure gun is open.
1. For devices with a hose reel: Completely unroll the
high-pressure hose from the hose reel.
2. Set the power switch to the "I/ON" position.
3. Push the safety latch of the high-pressure gun to the
rear.
The high-pressure gun is unlocked.
4. Open the high-pressure gun.
Selecting the spray type
1. Close the high-pressure gun.
2. Turn the casing of the nozzle until the desired sym-
bol lines up with the marking.
High-pressure round stream (0°) for espe-
cially stubborn soiling
Low-pressure flat stream (CHEM) for oper-
ating with detergent or cleaning at low pres-
sure
High pressure flat stream (25°) for large
soiled areas
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Operation with detergent
DANGER
Residual high pressure in the device
Danger of injury
Switch off the device prior to changing nozzles.
Actuate the high-pressure gun until the device is com-
pletely depressurised.
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.
Note
KÄRCHER detergents ensure fault-free operation. Ask
us for a consultation, request our catalogue or our de-
tergent information sheets.
1. Pull out the detergent suction hose.
2. Adjust the detergent solution suction volume at the
detergent filter.
3. Hang the detergent suction hose in a container with
detergent.
4. Set the nozzle to the "CHEM" position.
5. Start up the high-pressure cleaner.
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.
After operation with detergent
1. Adjust the suction volume at the detergent filter to
the maximum volume.
2. Start the device and rinse clear for one minute.

Interrupting operation

1. Close the high-pressure gun.
The device switches off.
2. Push the safety latch forwards.
The high-pressure gun is secured.
Continuing operation
1. Push the safety latch backwards.
The high-pressure gun is unlocked.
2. Open the high-pressure gun.
The device switches on.

Finishing operation

1. Close the water inlet.
2. Open the high-pressure gun.
3. Set the power switch to "I/ON" and allow the device
to run for 5-10 seconds.
4. Close the high-pressure gun.
5. Set the power switch to "0/OFF".
6. Pull the mains plug out of the socket only when your
hands are dry.
7. Remove the water inlet.
8. Open the high-pressure gun until the device is com-
pletely depressurised.
9. Push the safety latch forwards.
The high-pressure gun is secured.
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