Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Proceed accordingly.

Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can pose a potential danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Cleaning work producing in oily waste water, e.g. washing engines, washing undercarriages etc., may only be performed at washing stations with an oil separator.

Working with detergents may only be performed on watertight surfaces with connection to the waste water sewage system. Do not allow detergent to enter waterways or the soil.

Extraction of water from public waterways is not permitted in some countries.

Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Use the high-pressure cleaner in private households only.

The high-pressure cleaner is intended for cleaning machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, façades, terraces, garden machines etc. using a high-pressure water jet.

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.

Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

The maximum amount of equipment is described in these operating instructions. Depending on the model used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see packaging).

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1. Transport wheel
2. Storage for high-pressure hose and mains connection cable
3. Storage for spray lance
4. Storage for high-pressure gun
5. Spray lance with dirt grinder for stubborn soiling
6. Vario Power spray lance for common cleaning tasks. The working pressure can be continuously increased from "SOFT" to "HARD". To adjust the working pressure, release the high-pressure gun lever and turn the spray lance to the desired position. Detergent can be added to the water jet when the spray lance is turned all the way in the SOFT direction.
7. High-pressure gun
8. Button for separating the high-pressure hose from the high-pressure gun
9. High-pressure gun lever
10. High-pressure gun lock
11. High-pressure hose
12. Mains connection cable with mains plug
13. Trigger "0/OFF" / "I/ON"
14. Carrying handle
15. Transport handle, telescoping
16. Coupling for high-pressure hose
17. Type plate
18. Water connection with integrated sieve
19. Suction hose for detergent (with filter)
20. Water connection coupling
21. **Garden hose (fabric reinforced, diameter at least 1/2 inch (13 mm), length at least 7.5 m, with commercially available quick coupling)
22. **KÄRCHER suction hose for water supply from open containers (order no. 2.643-100.0)
23. *Foam nozzle with detergent container: The detergent is sucked out of the container to produce a strong detergent foam.
24. *Rotating washing brush (e.g. for washing cars)

* optional, ** additionally required

The power switch prevents unintentional operation of the device.

The lock locks the lever of the high-pressure gun and prevents the device from starting unintentionally.

If the lever of the high-pressure gun is released, the pressure switch turns off the pump and the high-pressure jet stops. The pump switches on again when the lever is pressed.

Fit the supplied loose parts onto the device before starting up the device.

1. Fasten and secure the wheels to the device.

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1. Screw the water connection coupling onto the water connection on the device.

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1. Place the device on a flat and level surface.

2. Connect the high-pressure hose to the device.

   1. Pull out the clamp on the coupling.

   2. Insert the high-pressure hose into the coupling.

   3. Insert the clamp into the coupling.

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3. Insert the high-pressure hose into the high-pressure gun until it audibly latches into place.

   Note

   Take care to ensure the correct alignment of the nipple.

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4. Check for a secure connection by pulling on the high-pressure hose.

5. Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.

For the connection values, see the type plate or chapter Technical data.

Observe the water distribution company regulations.

1. Plug the garden hose onto the water connection coupling.

2. Connect the garden hose to the water line.

3. Open the water tap fully.

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When used with the KÄRCHER suction hose with check valve (special accessory, order number 2.643-100) this high-pressure cleaner is suitable for sucking up surface water, e.g. from rain barrels or ponds (for the maximum suction height see chapter Technical data).

The water connection coupling is not required for vacuuming operation.

1. Fill the suction hose with water.

2. Screw the suction hose onto the device water connection and hang it in a water source (e.g. water butt).

1. Switch the device on "I/ON".

2. Unlock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

3. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun.

   The device switches on.

4. Allow the device for run a maximum of 2 minutes until the water escaping from the high-pressure gun is free of air bubbles.

5. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

6. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

1. Insert a spray lance into the high-pressure gun and lock it by turning it 90°.

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2. Switch the device on ("I/ON").

3. Unlock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

4. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun.

   The device switches on.

1. Insert the washing brush into the high-pressure gun and turn by 90° to fasten it.

1. Pull the desired length of the detergent suction hose out of the casing.

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2. Hang the detergent suction hose in a container with detergent solution.

3. Use the Vario Power spray lance.

4. Turn the spray lance all the way in the "SOFT" direction.

   The detergent solution is mixed with the water jet during operation.

5. You can optionally use the foam nozzle.

   1. Fill the detergent solution into the detergent tank. Adhere to the dosage specifications on the detergent container.

   2. Connect the foam nozzle to the detergent container.

   3. Insert the foam nozzle into the high-pressure gun and turn by 90° to fasten it.

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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.

1. Flush the device with clear water for approx. 30 seconds.

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

   The device switches off when the lever is released. The high pressure in the system is retained.

2. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

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3. Switch the device off "0/OFF" during work breaks longer than 5 minutes.

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

2. Close the water tap.

3. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun for 30 seconds.

   The pressure remaining in the system is discharged.

4. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

5. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

6. Disconnect the device from the water supply.

7. Switch off the device "0/OFF".

8. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

1. Lift up the device by the carrying handle, and carry it.

1. Pull the transport handle out until it audibly latches into place.

2. Pull the device via the transport handle.

1. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.

1. Place the device on a level surface.

2. Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun.

3. Press the separation button on the high-pressure gun and disconnect the high-pressure hose from the high-pressure gun.

4. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the device.

5. Store the high-pressure hose on the device.

6. Store the mains connection cable and accessories on the device.

Observe the additional notes before storing the device for a long period of time, see chapter Care and service.

The following requirements must be satisfied:

• The device is disconnected from the water supply.

• The high-pressure hose is removed.

1. Switch the device on "I/ON".

2. Wait for a maximum of 1 minute until no more water escapes from the high-pressure connection.

3. Switch off the device.

4. Store the device in a frost-protected room, together with all accessories.

The device is maintenance-free, i.e. you do not need to perform any maintenance work.

If necessary, clean the sieve in the water connection.

1. Remove the water connection coupling.

2. Pull the sieve out using flat pliers.

3. Clean the sieve under running water.

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4. Insert the sieve into the water connection.

Clean the detergent filter before longer periods of storage.

1. Pull the filter off the detergent suction hose.

2. Clean the filter under running water.

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Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.

• Device not running 

• Device does not reach required pressure 

• Strong pressure fluctuations 

• Device leaking 

• Detergent is not sucked in 

Remedy:

1. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun.

   The device switches on.

2. Check that the voltage specified on the type plate corresponds to the voltage of the power source.

3. Check the mains connection cable for damage.

Cause:

The water supply is too low

Remedy:

1. Open the water tap fully.

2. Check the water inlet for an adequate flow rate.

Cause:

The sieve in the water connection is dirty.

Remedy:

1. Pull the sieve in the water connection out using flat pliers.

2. Clean the sieve under running water.

Cause:

Air is in the device.

Remedy:

1. Vent the device:

   1. Switch on the device without a connected high-pressure hose for a maximum of 2 minutes until the water escaping from the high-pressure connection is free of air bubbles.

   2. Switch off the device.

   3. Connect the high-pressure hose.

   4. Observe the maximum suction height during suction operation (see chapter Technical data).

Remedy:

1. Clean the high-pressure nozzle:

   1. Use a needle to remove dirt from the nozzle drill.

   2. Rinse the high-pressure nozzle from the front with water.

2. Check the water supply volume.

Remedy:

1. The device leaks a small amount for technical reasons. If the leak is severe, request authorised Customer Service.

Remedy:

1. Use the Vario Power spray lance and turn it all the way in the "SOFT" direction.

2. Clean the filter on the detergent suction hose.

3. Check the detergent suction hose for kinks.

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.

Product: High-pressure cleaner

Type: 1.639-xxx

2000/14/EC

2014/30/EU

2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)

2011/65/EU

EN IEC 63000:2018

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN 62233: 2008

2000/14/EC: Annex V

Measured: 89

Guaranteed: 92

The undersigned act on behalf and under the power of attorney of the company management.

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Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2020/10/01