General Notes; Intended Use; Environmental Protection; Safety Instructions - Kärcher HD 6/15 M Mode D'emploi

General notes

Read these original operating instruc-
tions and the enclosed safety instruc-
tions before using the device for the first
time. Act in accordance with them.
Keep both books for future reference or for future own-
ers.

Intended use

Use this high-pressure cleaner only for the following
types of work:
Use the high-pressure jet for cleaning machines, vehi-
cles, buildings, tools and similar objects.
We recommend using a rotary nozzle as a special ac-
cessory for stubborn soiling.
The HD...Plus is supplied with a rotary nozzle.
ATTENTION
Dirty water leads to premature wear or deposits in
the device.
Clean the device using only clean water, or recycled wa-
ter that does not exceed the following limits:
 pH value: 6.5...9.5
 Electrical conductivity: Conductivity of fresh water
+ 1200 µS/cm, maximum conductivity 2000 µS/cm
 Settleable particles (sample volume 1 l, settling time
30 minutes): < 0.5 mg/l
 Filterable particles: < 50 mg/l, no abrasive sub-
stances
 Hydrocarbons: < 20 mg/l
 Chloride: < 300 mg/l
 Sulphate: < 240 mg/l
 Calcium: < 200 mg/l
 Total hardness: < 28 °dH, < 50° TH, < 500 ppm (mg
CaCO /l)
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 Iron: < 0.5 mg/l
 Manganese: < 0.05 mg/l
 Copper: < 2 mg/l
 Active chloride: < 0.3 mg/l
 Free of unpleasant odours

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, 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 environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Safety instructions

 Read the safety instructions 5.951-949.0.before ini-
tial startup.
 Observe the national regulations for liquid jet clean-
ers.
 Observe the national accident prevention regula-
tions. Liquid jet cleaners must be tested regularly.
The test result must be recorded in writing.
 Do not modify the device or accessories.
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Symbols on the device
The device may not be connected to the pub-
lic drinking water network.
The high-pressure jet must not be directed at
persons, animals, live electrical equipment or
at the device itself. Protect the device from
frost.
Safety devices protect the user and may not be disabled
or functionally circumvented.
The overflow valve, pressure switch an safety valve are
set and sealed by the manufacturer. Adjustments are
performed only by customer service.
Overflow valve with pressure switch
When the water quantity is reduced via the pressure/
quantity control on the trigger gun, the overflow valve
opens and part of the water flows back to the suction
side of the pump.
When the trigger on the high-pressure gun is release,
the pressure switch switches off the high-pressure
pump and the high-pressure jet stops.
The pump switches on again when the trigger is pulled.
The safety valve opens when the permissible operating
pressure is exceeded and the water flows back to the
suction side of the pump.

Control elements

See graphics page
Protector
1
Nozzle
2
Pressure and quantity regulation*
3
EASY!Lock spray lance
4
EASY!Force high-pressure gun
5
Safety latch
6
Trigger
7
Unlocking lever
8
EASY!Lock high-pressure hose
9
Push handle, top (pulled out)
10
Hose reel
11
Push handle, bottom (pushed in)
12
Rubber band
13
Cable clips, also a hose holder with the HD...M
14
Spray lance holder
15
Nozzle storage for rotary nozzle*
16
Power switch
17
Spray lance holder
18
EASY!Lock high-pressure connection
19
Sieve
20
Hose spout
21
Union nut
22
Water connection
23
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Safety devices
Safety valve