Description Of The Device; Initial Startup; Interrupting Operation - Kärcher KHB 4-18 Mode D'emploi

Description of the device

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).
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page
Illustration A
Flat jet nozzle for normal cleaning tasks
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Nozzle release mechanism
2
Spray lance
3
Type plate
4
Battery pack unlocking button
5
Power switch lock
6
Power switch
7
Water connection with fine filter
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Battery-powered pressure washer
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Water connection coupling
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**Garden hose (fabric reinforced, diameter at least
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1/2 inch (13 mm), length at least 7.5 m, with com-
mercially available quick coupling)
*Suction hose with coupling
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* Battery Power 18/25 battery pack
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*Standard Charger Battery Power 18 V
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*Folding tank
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* optional, ** additionally required
Rechargeable battery pack
The device can be operated with a single 18 V Kärcher
Battery Power battery pack.

Initial startup

Battery pack charging
1. Charge the battery pack (see operating instructions
for the battery pack).
Installing the battery pack
1. Push the battery pack into the mounting in the de-
vice until it audibly latches into place.
Illustration B
Water supply
For the connection values, see the type plate or chapter
Technical data.
Observe the water distribution company regulations.
Connection to the water line
1. Screw the coupling onto the water connection on the
device.
Illustration C
2. Attach the garden hose (not included in the scope of
delivery) to the coupling on the water connection.
3. Connect the garden hose to the water supply.
4. Open the water tap fully.
Sucking water from open containers
This pressure washer is suitable for sucking in surface
water from containers (e.g. folding tank, bucket, rain
barrel) or from ponds. Depending on the device variant,
a suitable suction hose and a folding bucket are includ-
ed in the scope of delivery.
Note
If necessary, you can use the KÄRCHER SH 5 hand-
held suction hose (special accessory, order no. 2.644-
124.0).
For maximum suction height, see chapter Technical da-
ta.
1. Fill the suction hose with water.
2. Attach the suction hose to the coupling on the water
connection of the device and hang it in a water source.
3. Vent the suction hose.
Note
If necessary, remove the spray lance before venting the
suction hose.
a Start the device (see chapter Starting the de-
vice).
b Operate the device until no more air bubbles can
be seen in the suction hose.
c Release the power switch.
d Secure the power switch with the lock.
Mount the spray lance and nozzle
1. Plug in the desired spray lance and lock it by turning
it 90°.
2. Push the desired nozzle onto the spray lance until it
audibly clicks into place.
Illustration D
Note
To disconnect the nozzle, press the nozzle release
down and pull the nozzle off.
ATTENTION
Pump running dry
Damage to the device
If pressure does not build up in the device after 2 min-
utes then switch the device off and proceed according
to the instructions in chapter Troubleshooting guide.
Starting the device
1. Release the power switch lock.
Illustration E
2. Press the power switch.
Operation with detergent
Note
KÄRCHER offers you detergent spray bottles for vehi-
cle care.
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 pressure jet.

Interrupting operation

1. Release the power switch.
2. Secure the power switch with the lock.
Removing the battery pack
Note
During longer work breaks, remove the battery pack
from the device and secure it against unauthorised use.
1. Press the battery pack unlocking button to unlock
the battery pack.
2. Remove the battery pack from the device.
Illustration F
Ending operation
1. Release the power switch.
2. Close the water tap.
3. Press the power switch.
The existing pressure in the device is relieved.
English
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