Kärcher HD 5/12 C Manual

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English16Preparing the unit for useUnpack the unit– When unpacking the unit, check the con-tents of the packaging. If there has beenany damage in transit inform the dealer.– Do not dispose of the packaging with thehousehold rubbish, hand it in at the appro-priate collection point for recycling.Check the oil level Read the oil level displayed while unit is ata standstill. The oil level must be above thetwo indicators.Activate the oil reservoir vent Unscrew the fastening screw of the hoodand remove the hood. Cut off the tip on the cover to the oil reservoir. Fasten the unit cover.Mount the accessories Mount nozzle on the spray lance (seemarkings on the top of the setting ring). Fit the spray lance to the hand-held spraygun.For appliances without hose reel: Undo push-handle clamps. Adjust push-handle to required height. Tighten push-handle clamps. Screw on high-pressure hose to the high-pressure outlet.For appliances with hose reel: Insert the crank handle in the hose reelshaft, until it snaps into position. It is advisable to lay the high-pressure hoseout in a straight line before reeling it up. Wind the high-pressure hose up in evenlayers on the hose reel by turning the crankhandle.Select the rotational direction so that thehigh-pressure hose does not kink.Switching on the unitElectrical connectionCaution!The voltage specified on the model rat-ing plate must correspond to the voltage sup-plied.Caution!The maximum tolerable mainsimpedance at the electrical contact point (seeTechnical Data) must not be exceeded.Caution!Use an extension cable with a sufficientcable cross-section (see Technical Specifica-tions) and unwind it fully from the cable drum.For connected loads see model rating plate/Technical Specifications.Caution!It is essential that the unit is connectedto the power supply by means of a plug. An in-separable connection to the power supply isprohibited. The plug is used to disconnectfrom the mains.Water connection/Suction feedoperationConnection to water mainCaution!Pay attention to the regulations of thewater supply company; according to DIN1988, the unit may not be connected direct tothe public drinking water supply. A short-termconnection via a non-return valve(Order no. 6.412-578) is allowed.For connected loads see Technical Specifica-tions. Connect a supply hose (not supplied) to thewater outlet on the unit and to the water in-let (e.g. water tap). Open water inlet.