Start Up; Operation; Working With Detergent - Kärcher K 3.200 Mode D'emploi

Notice
Always connect the system separator to
the water supply, never directly to the appli-
ance!
Drawing in water from open reservoirs
This high-pressure cleaner is suited to work
with the KÄRCHER suction hose with back-
flow valve (Optional accessory, order no.
4.440-238) to draw in surface water, e.g.
from water butts or ponds (see specifica-
tions for max. suction height).
 Fill the suction hose with water.
 Screw the suction hose into the water con-
nection of the appliance and insert it into
the water source (e.g. rainwater drum).

Start up

Notice
Dry running of more than 2 minutes leads to
damage of the high-pressure pump. If the
appliance does not build up pressure within
2 minutes, switch the appliance off and pro-
ceed in accordance with the instructions in
Chapter "Troubleshooting".
Illustration
 Push the high pressure hose into the
quick coupling until it locks audibly.
 Attach the water supply hose to the
coupling on the water connection.
Note: The supply hose is not included.
 Connect the water supply hose to the
water supply.
 Completely open the water tap.
 Insert the mains plug into the socket.
 Turn on the appliance "I/ON".
Illustration
 Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
 Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch on.
Switch the appliance on for a (max. of 2
minutes) and wait until the water exits at
the hand spray gun without bubbles.
 Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger
gun; the device will switch off again.
High pressure remains in the system.
Illustration
 Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
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Danger
The water jet that is emitted from the high-
pressure nozzle results in a repulsion pow-
er acting on the hand spray gun. Make sure
that you have a firm footing and are also
holding the hand spray gun and spray lance
firmly.
Danger
High-pressure jets can be dangerous if im-
properly used. The jet may not be directed
at persons, animals, live electrical equip-
ment or at the appliance itself.
Notice
Risk of damage! The appliance must
only be operated laying down (horizon-
tal).
Notice
Car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such
as wood should not be cleaned with the dirt
blaster, as there is a risk of damage.
Notice
Risk of damage to the paintwork
When working with the washing brush, it
must be free of dirt or other particles.
Illustration
 Push the spray lance into the trigger gun
and fasten it by turning it through 90°.
 Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
 Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch on.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun;
the device will switch off again. High pres-
sure remains in the system.

Working with detergent

Danger
The use of wrong detergents or chemicals
can compromise the safety of the appliance.
Please use exclusively KÄRCHER deter-
gents and care products to carry out the re-
spective cleaning task, as these were spe-
cifically developed for your appliance. The
use of other detergents and care products
may lead to premature wear and can inval-
idate your warranty claims. Please obtain
information at your local dealer or request
information directly from KÄRCHER.
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EN

Operation