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Read this safety chapter and these original instructions before using the device for the first time. Proceed accordingly. Keep the original instructions for future reference or for future owners.

• In addition to the information included in the operating instructions, you also need to take into consideration the general safety regulations and accident prevention guidelines applicable by law.

• Warnings and information notices attached to the device provide important information for safe operation.

The power switch stops you from operating the device unintentionally.

The locking button blocks the trigger and prevents the device from switching on unintentionally.

If the trigger of the high-pressure pump is released, the pressure switch turns off the pump and the high-pressure jet is stopped. The high-pressure pump switches on again when the trigger is pulled.

The high-pressure cleaner is only intended for use in private households.

The high-pressure cleaner is designed for cleaning machines, vehicles, structures, tools, facades, terraces, garden tools, etc. with high-pressure water streams.

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 threat to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Appliances marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Cleaning work that produces oily waste water,e.g. engine washing, underbody washing, may only be carried out at washing stations with oil separators.

Work with detergents may only be carried out on liquid-tight work areas with a connection to the sewage system. Do not allow detergents to penetrate water or soil.

The extraction of water from public waters is not allowed in some countries.

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

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. During unpacking, check the contents for completeness. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

Illustrations are examples, details may vary

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1. Spray lance dirt grinder for stubborn soiling
2. Vario Power spray lance for common cleaning tasks.The working pressure can be continuously increased from "SOFT" to "HARD". To set the working pressure, release the high-pressure gun lever. Then turn the spray lance to the desired position.To apply detergent, detach the spray lance and operate using only the high-pressure gun.
3. Steering roller
4. Quick coupling
5. Detergent tank
6. Cover
7. Detergent filter
8. Power switch
9. Spray wand holder
10. Carrying handle
11. High-pressure gun holder
12. Water connection
13. Water connection coupling
14. * Garden hose
15. ** KÄRCHER suction hose
16. Power cord with mains plug
17. Wheel
18. High-pressure gun
19. Trigger
20. Locking button
21. Release button
22. High-pressure hose

* additionally required

**Optionally available

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

1. Install the steering rollers and wheels on the device so that they latch into place.

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1. Screw the coupling for the water connection onto the water connection of the device.

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1. Place the device on a level, horizontal surface.

2. ATTENTION

   Risk of damage during operation with wound-up high-pressure hose!

   Damage to the high-pressure hose.

   Unwind the high-pressure hose completely and lay it out without knots, loops or twists before operating the device.

   Unwind the high-pressure hose completely and lay it out without knots, loops, or twists.

3. Connect the high-pressure hose to the quick coupling on the device:

   1. Align the high-pressure hose and

   2. insert it into the quick coupling until it audibly engages.

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4. Mount the high-pressure hose on the high-pressure gun.

   1. Align the high-pressure hose and

   2. insert it into the high-pressure gun until it audibly clicks into place.

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5. Check the secure connection by pulling on the high-pressure hose.

6. Insert the mains plug into a mains socket.

For the connected load, see Technical data or type plate.

Observe the water distribution company regulations.

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

   Note

   Reinforced garden hose required: minimum diameter 1/2 inch (13 mm), minimum length 7.5 m, with standard quick coupling.

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2. Connect the garden hose to the water line.

3. Open the water tap completely.

This high-pressure cleaner with the KÄRCHER suction hose is suitable for sucking in surface water, e.g.from water butts or ponds (for maximum suction height, see Technical data).

1. Unscrew the coupling on the water connection.

2. Fill the suction hose with water.

3. Screw the suction hose onto the water connection of the device and hang it in a water source (e.g. rain barrel).

1. Switch on the device by turning the device switch to the "I/ON" position.

   To switch off the device, turn the device switch to the "0/OFF" position.

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2. Unlocking the trigger.

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3. Actuate the trigger.

   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 trigger.

6. Lock the trigger.

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

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2. Switch the device on.

3. Unlocking the trigger.

4. Actuate the trigger.

   The device switches on.

1. Pull the device by the high-pressure hose during operation.

2. If necessary, use an extension of the mains cable to increase the range of movement.

1. Fill the detergent into the detergent tank.

2. Close the detergent tank with the lid.

3. Remove the spray lance from the high-pressure gun and work only with the high-pressure gun.

1. Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface and let it work for a while (do not let it dry).

2. Attach a spray lance to the high-pressure gun and rinse off the loosened dirt.

1. Fill the detergent tank with fresh water.

2. Operate the device for approx. 30 seconds with clear water to rinse the detergent out of the device and accessories.

1. Release the trigger.

   The device stops. The high-pressure in the system is maintained.

2. Lock the trigger.

3. For work breaks longer than 5 minutes, switch off the device.

1. Release the trigger.

2. Lock the trigger.

3. Close the water tap.

4. Disconnect the device from the water supply.

5. Unlocking the trigger.

6. Actuate the trigger for a maximum of 1 minute, until no more water escapes.

   The pressure in the system is released.

   The water is pumped out of the device to prevent frost damage.

7. Release the trigger.

8. Lock the trigger.

9. Switch off the device.

10. Pull the mains plug out of the mains socket.

11. Dismantle the accessories, empty them and stow them on the device, see Storing the device.

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

1. Drain the detergent tank.

2. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.

1. Finish operation, see Ending operation.

2. Remove the spray wand from the high-pressure gun.

3. Stow the spray lance in the spray lance holder.

4. Press the release button and pull off the high-pressure hose from the high-pressure gun.

5. Let the water drain from the high-pressure gun.

6. Stow the high-pressure gun in the high-pressure gun holder.

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7. Remove the high-pressure hose from the device.

8. Store the mains cable and the high-pressure hose on the device.

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

1. Pump the water out of the device, see Ending operation.

2. Dismantle the accessories and drain the water, see Storing the device.

3. Store the device accessories and keep them in a frost-proof room, see Storing the device

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

Clean the sieve in the water connection if necessary.

1. Unscrew the coupling on the water connection.

2. Pull out the sieve.

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3. Clean the sieve under running water.

4. Insert the sieve into the water connection.

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 authorized Customer Service.

• Device is not running 

• The device does not reach required pressure 

• Strong pressure fluctuations 

• The detergent is not sucked in 

• Device leaking 

Cause:

The voltage supply is interrupted.

Remedy:

1. Check that the mains plug is plugged in.

2. Switch the device on.

3. Unlock and actuate the trigger.

   The device starts up, otherwise:

4. Check if the voltage specified on the type plate matches the voltage of the power source.

5. Unplug the mains plug from the mains socket and inspect the mains cable and mains plug for damage.

   A damaged power cord must be replaced promptly by an authorized Customer Service.

Cause:

The motor circuit breaker is active.

Remedy:

1. If the motor is overloaded, the motor circuit breaker switches the device off.

2. Switch off the device.

3. Allow the device to cool off for 1 hour.

4. Switch on the device and put it into operation.

   If the fault occurs several times, have the device checked by Customer Service.

Cause:

The spray lance is in the "SOFT" position.

Remedy:

1. Turn the spray lance to the "HARD" position.

Cause:

The water supply is too low.

Remedy:

1. Open the water tap completely.

2. Lay the garden hose without kinks.

3. Check the water supply quantity and increase if necessary, see Technical data.

4. Make sure that the maximum suction height is not exceeded, see Technical data.

Cause:

The sieve is contaminated.

Remedy:

1. Clean the sieve, see Clean the sieve in the water connection.

Cause:

There is air in the device.

Remedy:

1. Ensure that the high-pressure hose and garden hose are installed correctly.

2. Vent the device, see Vent the device.

Cause:

The jet nozzle in the jet nozzle head is dirty.

Remedy:

1. Clean the jet nozzle from the front using a needle and flush it through.

Cause:

The water supply quantity is too low.

Remedy:

1. Open the water tap completely.

2. Lay the garden hose without kinks.

3. Clean the sieve in the water connection.

4. Check the water supply quantity and increase if necessary.

Cause:

A spray lance is mounted on the high-pressure gun.

Remedy:

1. Detach the spray lance and operate using only the high-pressure gun.

Cause:

The detergent tank is empty.

Remedy:

1. Fill the detergent into the detergent tank.

2. Close the detergent tank with the lid.

Cause:

The detergent filter is blocked.

Remedy:

1. Clean the detergent filter.

Remedy:

1. A slight leakage in the device is due to technical reasons. In case of severe leakage, contact an authorized Customer Service center.

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site.

Further information can be found at: www.kaercher.com/dealersearch

Further warranty information (if available) can be found in the service area of your local Kärcher website under "Downloads".

You can contact our Customer Service department by phone at 01-800-024-1313 or via the website at www.karcher.com/mx.