Kärcher K 2 BASIC User Manual

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Contents

– 9The scope of delivery of the device (depending on themodel) is illustrated on the packaging. These operatinginstructions describe all possible options.Illustrations on the inside of the picture page1 High pressure connection2 Appliance switch „0/OFF“ / „I/ON“3 Storage hook4 Carrying handle5 Transport handle6 Water connection with integrated sieve7 Detergent suction hose (with sieve)8 Detergent tank lid9 Detergent Tank10 Coupling element for water connection11 Storage for spray lance12 Storage for trigger gun13 Mains cable with mains plug14 Bearing wheel15 Trigger gun16 Lock trigger gun17 Clamp for high pressure hose18 High pressure hose* Optional accessories19 Spray lance with high pressure nozzleFor normal cleaning tasks.20 Spray lance with DirtblasterFor strong contaminations21 Spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power)Carrying out the most common cleaning tasksThe working pressure is steplessly adjustable. Inorder to adjust the working pressure, release the le-ver of the hand spray gun and turn the spray lanceto the desired position. You can add detergentwhen "Mix" is selected.22 Washing brush23 Rotating washing brush (e.g. for cleaning cars)24 Foam nozzle with detergent containerFor effective detergent foam.– Minimum diameter, 1/2 inches (13 mm).– Minimum length 7.5 m.Illustrations on the inside of the picture page Illustrations -Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior tostart-up. Park the appliance on an even surface. Illustrations -Pull out the clamp from the trigger gun and plug thehigh-pressure hose into the trigger gun.Push the clamp in until it locks. Check the secureconnection by pulling on the high-pressure hose. Illustrations -ATTENTIONImpurities in the water can damage the high-pressurepump and the accessories. For protection, the use ofthe KÄRCHER water filter (optional accessory, orderno. 4.730-059) is recommended. CAUTIONDry running of more than 2 minutes leads to damage ofthe high-pressure pump. If the appliance does not buildup pressure within 2 minutes, switch the appliance offand proceed in accordance with the instructions inChapter "Troubleshooting". CAUTIONKeep a distance of at least 30 cm when using the jet forcleaning painted surfaces to avoid damage.ATTENTIONCar tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such as woodshould not be cleaned with the dirt blaster, as there is arisk of damage. Illustrations -ATTENTIONRisk of damage to the paintworkWhen working with the washing brush, it must be free ofdirt or other particles.Note: If required, the washing brushes can be used towork with detergent.Note: Detergent can only be added when the device isoperated in low pressure mode. Illustrations -Optional Illustration Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surfaceand allow it to react, but not to dry. Spray off loosened dirt with the high pressure jet. After operation with detergent: Run the machine forapproximately 1 minute for a clear rinse. IllustrationRelease the lever of the trigger gun and lock it. During longer breaks (more than 5 minutes), alsoturn the appliance off using the "0/OFF" switch. CAUTIONOnly separate the high-pressure hose from the triggergun or the device when there is no pressure in the sys-tem. Release the lever of the trigger gun. Turn off the appliance "0/OFF". Disconnect the mains plug from the socket. Turn off tap. Press the lever on the trigger gun to release anyremaining pressure in the system. Lock the lever of the trigger gun. Detach the appliance from the water supply.Description of the ApplianceAdditionally required25** Fabric-reinforced water hose with commerciallyavailable coupling.Installation and StartupOperationHigh pressure operationOperation with washing brushOperation with detergentRecommended cleaning methodAfter operation with detergentInterrupting operationFinish operation13EN