Kärcher HD 5/11 C Mode D'emploi page 14

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General notes ......................................................
Intended use........................................................
Environmental protection.....................................
Accessories and spare parts ...............................
Scope of delivery .................................................
Safety instructions ...............................................
Device description ...............................................
Installation ...........................................................
Electrical connection ...........................................
Water connection.................................................
Operation.............................................................
Transport .............................................................
Storage................................................................
Care and service .................................................
Troubleshooting guide .........................................
Warranty ..............................................................
Technical data .....................................................
EU Declaration of Conformity ..............................
General notes
Read these original operating instruc-
tions and the enclosed safety instruc-
tions before using the device for the first
time. Proceed accordingly.
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:
Cleaning with the low-pressure jet and detergent
(e.g. machines, vehicles, structures, tools)
Cleaning with the high-pressure jet without deter-
gent (e.g. façades, terraces, garden machines)
We recommend using a rotary nozzle as a special ac-
cessory for stubborn soiling.
A rotary nozzle is included in the scope of delivery of the
"Plus" variant.
Water supply limit values
ATTENTION
Dirty water
Premature wear and tear or deposits in the device
Supply the device using only clean water, or recycled
water that does not exceed the specified limit values.
The following limit values apply to the water supply:
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)
3
Iron: < 0.5 mg/l
Manganese: < 0.05 mg/l
Copper: < 2 mg/l
Active chloride: < 0.3 mg/l
Free of unpleasant odours
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Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
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dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
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vironmental regulations.
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Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
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able, recyclable materials and often components
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such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
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which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
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ment. However, these components are required for the
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correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
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by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
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er with the household rubbish.
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Notes on the content materials (REACH)
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Current information on content materials can be found
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at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
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Accessories and spare parts
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Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
18 They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
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Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
Check the contents for completeness when unpacking.
If any accessories are missing or in the event of any
shipping damage, please notify your dealer.
Safety instructions
It is essential that you read the safety instructions
5.951-949.0 before initial 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.
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.
CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Never modify or bypass safety devices.
The safety devices are set and sealed by the manufac-
turer. Adjustments are performed only by customer ser-
vice.
When the trigger on the high-pressure gun is released,
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.
English
Safety devices
Pressure switch