Interrupting Operation; Ending Operation; Transport; Storage - Kärcher K 3 Power Control Manual De Instrucciones

Operation with a washing brush
ATTENTION
Paint damage
Damage to surfaces through a dirty brush
Ensure that the washing brush is free from dirt or other
particles before using it.
Note
The device operates at low pressure when using wash-
ing brushes. This means that detergent can be mixed
with the water.
1. Insert the washing brush into the high-pressure gun
and turn by 90° to fasten it.
Operation with detergent
DANGER
Failure to adhere to the safety data sheet
Incorrect handling of the detergent can seriously dam-
age your health
Observe the safety data sheet of the detergent manu-
facturer, in particular the instructions on personal pro-
tective equipment.
Note
Detergent can only be mixed into the jet at low pressure.
Note
KÄRCHER detergents ensure fault-free operation. Ask
us for a consultation, request our catalogue or our de-
tergent information sheets.
1. Fill the detergent solution into the detergent tank.
Adhere to the dosage specifications on the deter-
gent container.
Illustration J
2. Close the detergent tank with the cover.
Illustration D
3. Latch the detergent tank in the device.
4. Use the Vario Power spray lance.
5. Turn the spray lance towards "MIX" until "MIX" is
displayed on the high-pressure gun.
The detergent solution is mixed with the water jet
during operation.
6. You can optionally use the foam nozzle.
a Connect the foam nozzle to the detergent bottle.
Illustration K
b Insert the foam nozzle into the high-pressure gun
and turn by 90° to fasten it.
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 high-pressure jet.
After operation with detergent
1. Flush the device with clear water for approx. 30 sec-
onds.

Interrupting operation

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.
The device switches off when the lever is released.
The high pressure in the system is retained.
2. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.
Illustration L
3. Place the high-pressure gun with the spray lance in
the parking position.
4. Switch the device off "0/OFF" during work breaks
longer than 5 minutes.

Ending operation

CAUTION
Pressure in the system
Injuries from high-pressure water escaping uncontrolla-
bly
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Only disconnect the high-pressure hose from the high-
pressure gun or the device when the system is fully de-
pressurised.
1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.
2. Close the water tap.
3. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun for 30 sec-
onds.
The pressure remaining in the system is discharged.
4. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.
5. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.
6. Disconnect the device from the water supply.
7. Switch off the device "0/OFF".
8. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transporta-
tion.
Carrying the device
1. Lift up the device by the carrying handle, and carry
it.
Pulling the device
1. Pull the transport handle out until it audibly latches
into place.
2. Pull the device via the transport handle.
Transporting the device in a vehicle
1. Drain the detergent tank.
2. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
Storing the device
1. Place the device on a level surface.
2. Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure
gun.
3. Press the separation button on the high-pressure
gun and disconnect the high-pressure hose from the
high-pressure gun.
4. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the device.
5. Store the high-pressure hose on the device.
6. Store the mains connection cable and accessories
on the device.
Observe the additional notes before storing the device
for a long period of time, see chapter Care and service.
ATTENTION
Danger of frost
Incompletely emptied devices can be destroyed by
frost.
Completely empty the device and accessories.
Protect the device from frost.
The following requirements must be satisfied:
 The device is disconnected from the water supply.
 The high-pressure hose is removed.
1. Switch the device on "I/ON".
2. Wait for a maximum of 1 minute until no more water
escapes from the high-pressure connection.
3. Switch off the device.
4. Store the device in a frost-protected room, together
with all accessories.
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Transport

Storage

Frost protection